OIL CONTROL AND ACNE
Oil control and acne ingredients are used by cosmetic brands to regulate excess sebum and reduce acne-related concerns in functional skincare products. When sourcing these actives, brands should prioritize proven efficacy, skin tolerance, and formulation stability to ensure consistent performance and regulatory compliance across global markets.
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ZLEY® HPA
INCI: Hydroxyphenyl Propamidobenzoic Acid Properties: Anti-inflammatory, anti-itch, anti-allergy, skin-soothing, derived from oats (Avena sativa) Appearance: White or off-white powder Recommended dosage: Leave-on products for body: ≤2%, leave-on products for eye area: ≤2% Solubility: Slightly soluble in water, soluble in alcohols -
ZLEY®AMEA
INCI: Azelamide MEA Properties: The derivative of azelaic acid with no irritation and better permeability. Enhances oily skin condition by 50% in 3 weeks. Appearance: Off-white powder or light yellow flake solid Recommended dosage: 0.1-2.3% Solubility: Soluble in water -
ZLEY®BOOSTERREPAIR
INCI: Water, Dipropyleneglycol,Xanthan Gum, Ammonium Polyacryloyldimethyl Taurate, Glycerin, Saccharomyces Ferment,Yeast Polysaccharides, 1,2-Hexanediol,Alcohol Properties: Skin and hair repair booster; strengthens skin barrier; enhances moisture retention; promotes cell regeneration; soothes irritation; improves damaged hair structure Appearance: White emulsion Recommended dosage: 10%-100% Solubility: Water soluble -
ZLEY®BSA
INCI: Betaine Salicylate Properties: Combines the double effects of betaine and salicylic acid, with mildness and low irritation. Appearance: White or white like crystalline powder Recommended dosage: 0.5-2.0% Solubility: Soluble in alcohol; soluble in water -
ZLEY®CAG
INCI: Capryloyl Glycine Properties: Skin acidifying agent; balances skin pH; rebuilds acidic skin barrier; promotes microecological balance; supports beneficial flora, inhibits pathogenic bacteria; enhances skin barrier function; biomimetic amphiphilic structure for excellent skin affinity; moisturizing and hydrating; reduces desquamation and flaking; improves delivery and efficacy of other active ingredients Appearance: White or off-white crystalline powder Recommended dosage: 0.1% – 2% (CIR ≤ 2%) Solubility: Slightly soluble in water, soluble in oils -
ZLEY®CAGMIECOGENT-CAG-CLEAN
INCI: Capryloylglycin, Decyl Glucoside,Butylene Glycol, Water Properties: THE SKIN MICROECOLOGY BALANCER
An innovative CAG-derived ingredient that relieves oil imbalance by 44.39% and inhibits lipid synthesis by 69.25%. Reduces the proliferation of acne-causing bacteria 99.99% within 10 minutes.Appearance: Yellow or light yellow liquid Recommended dosage: 1.0-6.6% Solubility: Soluble in water -
ZLEY®CAPRESOM-CGP
INCI: CapryloylGlycine,Undecylenoyl Glycine,Phenoxyethanol Properties: Biomimetic lipid amino acid technology; multifunctional skin purifier; controls excess oil; treats acne; relieves dandruff; provides preservation; antibacterial and deodorizing effects Appearance: Yellow liquid Recommended dosage: 0.5%-1.2% Solubility: Partially soluble in alcohols and oils -
ZLEY®CHERCAPPO-CGE
INCI: Capryloyl Glycine,Undecylenoyl Glycine,Caprylyl Glycol,Ethylhexylglycerin Properties: Biomimetic lipid amino acid technology; multifunctional skin purifier; controls excess oil; treats acne; relieves dandruff; provides preservation; antibacterial and deodorizing effects Appearance: Yellow liquid Recommended dosage: 0.5%-4.0% Solubility: Partially soluble in alcohols and oils -
ZLEY®GS
INCI: Glycol Salicylate Properties: The derivative of sapochlinic acid, mild and low-irritating. The antibacterial rate against Propionibacterium acnes and Malassezia furfur reached 99.99%. Appearance: Colorless or light yellow liquid Recommended dosage: 0.1-0.5% Solubility: Soluble in alcohol; soluble in oil -
ZLEY®MPCA
INCI: Menthyl PCA Properties: SKIN CRYOTHERAPY Provides a cooling, calming, and soothing effect for sensitive skin.
Appearance: Light yellow, viscous liquid Recommended dosage: 0.1-2.0% Solubility: Soluble in alcohol, soluble in oil -
ZLEY®PE301-COMPAUCNE
INCI: Magnolia Officinalis BarkExtract,Glycyrrhiza Uralensis(Licorice)Extract,PaeoniaSuffruticosa Root BarkExtract,Stephania TetranExtract,HydroxypropylCyclodextrin Properties: Skin conditioning; water-dispersible supramolecular complex of 4 natural botanicals; inhibits C. acnes and S. aureus; reduces pro-inflammatory cytokines; anti-inflammatory and redness-soothing; scavenges free radicals; inhibits tyrosinase; lightens post-acne hyperpigmentation; prevents red/dark acne marks Appearance: Off-white powder Recommended dosage: 0.5% – 4% Solubility: Water-soluble -
ZLEY®Quaternium-73
INCI: Quaternium-73 Properties: Acne and oil control Appearance: Yellowish powder Recommended dosage: 0.001-0.05% Solubility: Soluble in alcohol












