White Clumps and Air Bubbles in Eye Gel Formulation

Question

I made an eye gel using `Pro Polymer` and `Eye Preserved` and encountered two problems:

1. White clumps formed in the gel.
2. There were air bubbles in the gel.

Could you please advise on the cause of these issues and how to fix them?

MySkinRecipes Expert · Accepted Answer

Based on the information provided in the conversation, the white clumps likely formed because the gel base created with Pro Polymer was not fully homogeneous before adding the Eye Preserved. The Eye Preserved caused the incompletely formed gel to clump.

To fix the white clumps, you should continue mixing or blending the eye gel. Continued mixing will help the gel become smooth and the clumps should disappear.

Yes, the eye gel should still be usable even with the clumps. As mentioned by the staff, continued mixing will resolve the issue.

Regarding the air bubbles, here are a few methods discussed to help remove them:

Leave it in a slightly warm environment: Placing the container in a slightly warm place for a period (e.g., a week) can help the bubbles dissipate over time. Avoid direct sunlight as UV light can degrade ingredients.
Add foam-breaking ingredients: Some ingredients like alcohol, oil, or silicone can help reduce foam. However, adding these would change your original formula.
Time: Simply letting the gel sit for a while will allow some of the air bubbles to escape naturally.