Eye Gel Formulation and Mixing Procedure Review

Question

I am developing an eye gel formulation and would like to get feedback on my proposed formula and mixing steps. I also need to know if pH adjustment is necessary.

My proposed formula includes:

Argireline
Pep-Coll
Orange Peel Extract
Vitamin B3
Pro Polymer
Eye Preserved
Water

My proposed mixing steps are:

Mix Argireline, Pep-Coll, Orange Peel Extract, Vitamin B3, and water.
Add Pro Polymer and mix until a gel texture is formed.
Add Eye Preserved and mix until fully incorporated.

Are the ingredient percentages I used and these mixing steps correct for an eye gel? Is pH adjustment required for this formula?

MySkinRecipes Expert · Accepted Answer

Based on your query and the staff's advice regarding the eye gel formulation:

The proposed formula and mixing steps are generally correct. The staff recommended a slight adjustment for potentially better efficacy by reducing Argireline to 5% and adding 2-3% REGU®-AGE.

The confirmed mixing method is as follows:

Combine Argireline (5%), Pep-Coll (3%), Orange Peel Extract (2%), Vitamin B3 (2%), REGU®-AGE (2-3%), and the remaining water (adjust percentage accordingly, around 80-81%). Mix well.
Add Pro Polymer (1%) and mix until a gel texture is formed.
Add Eye Preserved (0.5%) and mix until fully incorporated.

Regarding pH adjustment, the staff advised that it is likely unnecessary as the ingredients have neutral pH and the final formula should naturally fall within the suitable range of pH 6-7 for skin.

This revised procedure incorporates the staff's recommendations for enhanced performance.