Formula Suitability for the Eye Area

Based on the ingredients in your formula, it appears generally suitable for use around the eyes, with some considerations:

• Peptides: Ingredients like Pal-GHK, Pal-GQPR (eq Matrixyl 3000) and Hexapeptide-9 are commonly used in eye care products for their anti-wrinkle and firming benefits. Hexapeptide-9 is specifically noted for helping with under-eye bags and dark circles.
• Hydration and Soothing: Double Hyaluron Liquid provides essential moisture, while Licorice Extract (Licochalcone A 1%) and Ectoine offer soothing and protective properties beneficial for the sensitive eye area.
• Penetration Enhancer: Dimethyl Isosorbide (DMI) is used in some eye products to help ingredient delivery.
• Other Actives: Adenosine Liposome and Rosa Hybrid Cell Extract are included for wrinkle reduction, which is relevant for the eye area.
• Gentle Preservation: Mild Preserved Eco™ is a gentle preservative suitable for sensitive skin areas.

Potential for Sensation: The Orange Peel Extract (Hesperidin Methyl Chalcone 98%) is included to help with dark circles by stimulating blood flow. The product description explicitly states this may cause a feeling of warmth/hotness around the eyes. While your usage rate is within the recommended range, this sensation might be perceived as irritation by some individuals due to the sensitivity of the eye area.

Excessive Foam

The excessive foam you observed is likely due to air being incorporated during the mixing process, particularly when adding the Pro Polymer™ (Gel Maker). This type of thickener can trap air if blended too vigorously or for too long. The product description for Pro Polymer™ advises against high-speed blending as it can potentially damage the polymer structure and affect the gel's viscosity and stability.

Effect on Quality: The foam itself consists of air bubbles and is not inherently harmful. However, if the foaming was caused by over-blending, it could potentially impact the final texture and stability of the gel over time if the thickener was compromised. Gentle mixing is recommended when incorporating powder thickeners like Pro Polymer™.

In summary, the formula is largely suitable for the eye area, with the Orange Peel Extract being the main ingredient that might cause a noticeable warming sensation. The foam issue is likely related to your mixing technique and could affect the gel's quality if the thickener was damaged by excessive blending.