Eye Contour Complex botanical active blend for eye area care and water based formulations
Eye Contour Complex is a multi component botanical blend based on extracts of horsetail witch hazel licorice ginseng and ginkgo biloba. INCI Equisetum Arvense Extract Hamamelis Virginiana Leaf Extract Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract Panax Ginseng Root Extract Ginkgo Biloba Extract. It is designed for use in lightweight cosmetic formulations where stability of the aqueous system and uniform distribution of actives are required without adding heaviness.
What it is and where it is used
Eye Contour Complex is used in formulations developed for the eye contour area where light texture and fast absorption are essential. Typical applications include serums gels creams and roll on products for under eye care.
The ingredient is applied in formulations where multiple plant extracts need to be combined in a stable system without increasing formulation complexity. In professional cosmetics it is used in daily care products and fast application formats.
How it works
Eye Contour Complex functions through a combination of water soluble botanical extracts that distribute evenly within the aqueous phase. Bioactive compounds interact with the skin surface forming a uniform layer.
The extracts complement each other within the formulation providing a balanced system. This improves product distribution and supports formulation stability without altering the base structure.
Properties
Eye Contour Complex offers good compatibility with water based systems and provides a light texture. It enhances product distribution and improves formulation uniformity.
The blend simplifies formulation by combining multiple plant extracts into one ingredient. It remains stable within the typical pH range of cosmetic products and integrates easily into various formulations.
Applications across industries
In cosmetics it is used in serums creams gels and roll on products for the eye area. In skin care it is applied in lightweight fast absorbing products.
In professional formulations it is used as a ready to use botanical complex. In spa products it is included in gel and light emulsion systems for delicate areas.
Behavior in formulation
Eye Contour Complex is fully water soluble and is incorporated into the aqueous phase. It is compatible with gel systems polymers and water soluble actives.
It does not affect emulsification but improves overall system uniformity. It performs best in lightweight gels and emulsions.
How to use
The ingredient is added to the water phase during the cooling stage or at room temperature. Heating is not recommended in order to preserve the integrity of the botanical extracts.
Gentle mixing is recommended to ensure uniform distribution throughout the formulation.
Recommended usage level
Typical usage ranges from 1 percent to 5 percent depending on formulation design and desired concentration of actives.
Formulation example
Lightweight under eye gel
Purified Water — 820 ml
Glycerin — 40 ml
Hydroxyethylcellulose — 5 g
Eye Contour Complex — 40 ml
Panthenol — 10 ml
Caffeine — 5 g
Phenoxyethanol Ethylhexylglycerin — 5 ml
Fresh Light Fragrance Oil — 2 ml
Processing
Glycerin is added to water followed by dispersion of Hydroxyethylcellulose until a gel structure is formed. After full hydration Eye Contour Complex is added and mixed until uniform.
Panthenol and Caffeine are incorporated next followed by Phenoxyethanol Ethylhexylglycerin and Fresh Light Fragrance Oil. The system is mixed until fully stable and homogeneous.
Important considerations
Eye Contour Complex is a blend of botanical extracts and is not a standalone base therefore it requires a properly designed formulation.
To maintain performance it should not be exposed to high temperatures during processing. Best results are achieved in lightweight water based and gel systems.