Cooling After-Sun Gel (Aloe + Cucumber)

A weightless, water-fresh gel to calm, hydrate, and cool skin after sun exposure—aloe and cucumber team up for instant comfort with a dewy, non-sticky finish.

Tags: DIY, Clean Beauty, After-Sun, Lightweight Gel
Skin Goals: Soothe · Rehydrate · Cool

🌿 What It Does

This ultra-light gel combines Aloe and Cucumber for fast soothing relief, while humectants (glycerin, panthenol, hyaluronic acid) help replenish moisture. It sinks in quickly, leaving skin comfortable—not tight or greasy.

🧴 Ingredients (100 ml / 3.4 fl oz)

• Aloe vera gel (pure, cosmetic grade) — 65 ml
• Cucumber hydrosol (or distilled water) — 20 ml
• Vegetable glycerin — 3 ml (≈ 3%)
• Panthenol (Pro-Vitamin B5, liquid) — 2 ml (≈ 2%)
• Hyaluronic acid 1% solution (LMW) — 3 ml (≈ 3%)
• Sodium PCA (optional humectant) — 1 ml (≈ 1%)
• Allantoin (optional comfort) — 0.2–0.3% (pre-dissolve as supplier suggests)
• Bisabolol (optional) — 0.2–0.3% (skin-soothing)
• Preservative (broad-spectrum, water-phase) — per supplier usage rate
• pH adjuster: lactic/citric solution to reach pH 5.0–5.5

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🔥 How to Prepare

1. Sanitize beaker, spatula, funnel, and a 100 ml airless/pump bottle; let dry fully.
2. In a beaker, add aloe gel and cucumber hydrosol. Stir gently until uniform.
3. Mix in glycerin, panthenol, and (if using) sodium PCA and pre-dissolved allantoin.
4. Stir in hyaluronic acid 1% solution and optional bisabolol until perfectly smooth.
5. Add the preservative per supplier rate; mix thoroughly.
6. Check pH and adjust to 5.0–5.5. Bottle and let rest 2–4 hours to de-bubble before use.

🌸 How to Use

• Apply a generous layer to clean, dry skin after sun exposure (face & body).
• Reapply as needed. For extra cool, refrigerate 20 minutes before use.
• Follow with a light moisturizer or oil if skin feels tight.

🧭 How You Can Use This Recipe

• For Personal Use: Keep in the fridge for a post-sun cool-down ritual—great for beach days and workouts.
• For R&D / Formulation: Test different HA weights for feel; compare cucumber vs. aloe ratios; try 0.2% niacinamide (pH-compatible) for tone support.
• For Small Business: Position as “Cooling After-Sun Gel — Aloe + Cucumber.” Offer in 100 ml airless pumps; fragrance-free or very low aroma.
• For Gifting: Bundle with a soft face towel and a “post-sun care” card.

🪶 Storage & Shelf Life

Store tightly capped, away from heat and sunlight. With proper preservation and hygiene, best within 3–4 months. Use pump/airless packaging to minimize contamination.

💡 Pro Tips

• Ultra-gentle: keep it fragrance-free; avoid menthol or strong essential oils on sun-stressed skin.
• Silkier glide: add 0.2–0.3% allantoin and keep pH near 5.2.
• Body use: make a 200–250 ml batch and store in the fridge during summer.

🌿 Why This Works

Aloe and Cucumber deliver instant, water-fresh relief; glycerin, panthenol, and HA help bind and hold moisture so skin feels calm and replenished; optional bisabolol and allantoin add comforting softness.

⚠️ Note

• External use only. Avoid eyes and broken skin. Patch-test first.
• After sun, always complete routine with broad-spectrum SPF the next day.
• If irritation persists after sun exposure, consult a professional.

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