Understanding skincare vitamins is one thing, knowing how to actually use them in formulations is where real value lies. Below is an expanded, practical guide to the key vitamins and actives available in our raw materials collection, including how they work, what to pair them with, and where they fit best in skincare formulations.
This is especially useful for DIY formulators, white-label brands, and small businesses developing their own ranges.
Vitamin A Palmitate
(Vitamin A derivative)
Available in our range:
What it does
Vitamin A Palmitate is a gentler, more stable form of Vitamin A. It supports skin renewal and helps improve the appearance of uneven texture and dull skin, making it ideal for beginner or sensitive-skin formulations.
Recommended pairings from our range
✔ Bakuchiol (if included in your formulation) – supports Vitamin A benefits while improving tolerance
✔ Vitamin E Acetate – helps reduce dryness and supports stability
✔ Vegetable Squalane – improves skin comfort and spreadability
✔ Sweet Almond Oil / Jojoba Oil / Argan Oil – nourishing carrier oils for night products
Why this works:
Vitamin A Palmitate benefits from barrier-supporting ingredients that reduce irritation and enhance skin feel.
Bakuchiol
(Vitamin A alternative)
(If you’re including Bakuchiol in your formulations or white-label ranges)
What it does
Bakuchiol offers retinol-like results without the typical sensitivity. It’s suitable for both day and night use and layers well with most vitamins. In general skincare, Bakuchiol can help to improve skin brightness and texture while protecting against environmental damage, potentially enhancing overall skin health.
Recommended pairings from our range
✔ Vitamin A Palmitate Care – boosts performance while remaining gentle
✔ Niacinamide – supports barrier health and balance
✔ Vitamin E Acetate – adds antioxidant and moisturising benefits
✔ Squalane or Grapeseed Oil – lightweight, non-greasy carriers
Vitamin E Acetate
(Antioxidant & skin protectant)
Available in our range:
What it does
Vitamin E is a powerful antioxidant that helps protect the skin, reduce moisture loss, and support barrier repair. It’s also widely used to improve the stability of formulations.
Recommended pairings from our range
✔ Vitamin A Palmitate Care – reduces dryness often associated with Vitamin A
✔ Vegetable Squalane – creates lightweight antioxidant serums
✔ Shea Butter / Cocoa Butter / Mango Butter – ideal for richer creams and balms
✔ Niacinamide – strengthens the skin barrier
Why this works:
Vitamin E complements both oil-based and emulsified products and improves overall skin comfort.
Niacinamide (Vitamin B3)
Available in our range:
Niacinamide (Vitamin B3 – BP Grade)
What it does
Niacinamide is one of the most versatile skincare vitamins. It improves barrier function, balances oil, enhances hydration, and supports a more even skin tone.
Recommended pairings from our range
✔ Vitamin C (if included separately) – improves brightness and clarity
✔ Vitamin E Acetate – barrier support and hydration
✔ Bakuchiol – balances active treatments
✔ D-Panthenol (Vitamin B5) – hydration and soothing
✔ Glycerine – boosts moisture retention
Vitamin C
(If included in your formulations)
Vitamin C may not be a core raw material in the current range, but many brands formulate it alongside Brightpack ingredients. Vitamin C is a potent antioxidant in skincare that neutralises free radicals, protects against UV-induced damage, and stimulates collagen production to improve skin elasticity and firmness.
Best pairings from our range
✔ Vitamin E Acetate – improves antioxidant effectiveness
✔ Niacinamide – supports brightness and barrier health
✔ Deionised Water – for stable water-based formulations
✔ Disodium EDTA – formulation support and stability
Simple Formulation Pairing Examples
✨ Brightening Serum
🌙 Gentle Night Serum
🧴 Nourishing Facial Oil
🧈 Repair Cream
Final Takeaway
Skincare vitamins don’t work in isolation, they perform best when supported by the right oils, actives, and functional ingredients. By pairing vitamins correctly, you can:
- Improve product performance
- Increase skin tolerance
- Create more balanced, professional formulations
This approach is ideal whether you’re developing DIY skincare, white-label products, or commercial ranges using raw materials.
