Ingredient Analysis: Function and EWG Scores

Understanding what you put on your eyelid skin matters. The eyelid skin is 4x thinner than face skin, so it has different needs. I formulated A.M. Eyelid Gel with cherry picked NON-TOXIC INGREDIENTS. Below, I’ve broken down each ingredient by its function and  EWR.ORG (via EWG’s Skin Deep database) rating. The scores range from 0 (lowest hazard) to 10 (highest hazard), and our formulation is designed to keep these scores minimal in the green zone. Also it's important to note that concentration of ingredients does matter too. Here is the entire ingredient list for A.M. Eyelid Gel listed from highest concentration (water) to lowest concentration (pH buffers).

Water/Aqua/Eau, Glycerin, Glucamine, Oenothera Biennis (Evening Primrose) Oil, Glucosyl Hesperidin, Leuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Filtrate, Caprylyl Glycol, Organic Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice Powder, Centella Asiatica Meristem Cell Culture, Vigna Aconitifolia Seed Extract, Caprylyl/Capryl Glucoside, Coffea Arabica (Coffee) Seed Extract, Actinidia Deliciosa (Kiwi) Fruit Extract, Carbomer, Pfaffia Paniculata Root Extract, Ptychopetalum Olacoides Bark/Stem Extract, Lilium Candidum Flower Extract, Sodium Cocoyl Glutamate, Hamamelis Virginiana (Witch Hazel) Water, Palmitoyl Tripeptide-38, Hydroxyethylcellulose, Hydroxypropyl Cyclodextrin, Anthemis Nobilis (Chamomile) Flower Oil, Rosa Damascena Flower Oil, Pelargonium Graveolens (Geranium) Flower Oil, Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender) Oil, Sodium Gluconate, O-cymen-5-OL, Alcohol

Base Ingredients & Solvents

• Water/Aqua/Eau – Solvent, Humectant (Score: 0)
• Glycerin – Humectant, locks in moisture (Score: 1)
• Glucamine – Conditioning agent (Score: 1)

Botanical Oils & Extracts

• Oenothera Biennis (Evening Primrose) Oil – Emollient and soothing (Score: 1)
• Glucosyl Hesperidin – Improves circulation to soften DARK CIRCLES and reduce swelling (Score: 1)
• Leuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Filtrate – Natural preservative (Score: 1)

Emollients, Cleansers & Texture Enhancers

• Caprylyl Glycol – Emollient and skin conditioner (Score: 1)
• Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice Powder – Soothing and hydrating (Score: 1)
• Centella Asiatica Meristem Cell Culture – Skin repair and calming (Score: 1)
• Vigna Aconitifolia Seed Extract – Enhances skin vitality, botanical mimicker of retinol (Score: 1)
• Caprylyl/Capryl Glucoside – Emulsifier (Score: 1)

Antioxidants & Active Botanical Extracts

• Coffea Arabica (Coffee) Seed Extract – Antioxidant boost (Score: 1)
• Actinidia Deliciosa (Kiwi) Fruit Extract – Rich in antioxidants (Score: 1)
• Pfaffia Paniculata Root Extract – Botanical active EYE BAGS (Score: 1)
• Ptychopetalum Olacoides Bark/Stem Extract – Strengthens and defends vascular walls, reducing under-eye bags (Score: 1)
• Lilium Candidum Flower Extract – Soothes and refines skin (Score: 1)

Surfactants, Thickeners & Stabilizers

• Sodium Cocoyl Glutamate – Mild surfactant (Score: 1)
• Carbomer – Thickening agent (Score: 1)
• Hydroxyethylcellulose – Texture enhancer (Score: 1)
• Hydroxypropyl Cyclodextrin – Solubilizer (Score: 1)
• Sodium Gluconate – Chelating agent (Score: 1)

Botanical Waters & Fragrance Components

• Hamamelis Virginiana (Witch Hazel) Water – Astringent, refreshes the skin (Score: 1)
• Anthemis Nobilis (Chamomile) Flower Oil – Calming and aromatic (Score: 2)
• Rosa Damascena Flower Oil – Natural fragrance and soothing (Score: 2)
• Pelargonium Graveolens (Geranium) Flower Oil – Balances skin tone (Score: 2)
• Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender) Oil – Provides a light scent and relaxation (Score: 2)

Additional Actives & Preservatives

• Palmitoyl Tripeptide-38 – Peptide that supports skin structure (Score: 1)
• O-cymen-5-OL – Preservative, ensures product safety (Score: 1)
• Alcohol – Solvent that evaporates quickly (Score: 2)

Why NON-TOXIC INGREDIENTS Make A Difference

When it comes to eye care for dry eyes/blepharitis/MGD, using eye cream with NON-TOXIC INGREDIENTS is a crucial step in a successful eye care routine. As you can see above, eye cream formulas can be quite complicated! Ingredients have to be EYE SAFE. Concentrations of the ingredients also have to respect the dermal limits for eye (as compared to face). 

Can I Use A.M Eyelid Gel on My Face?

Absolutely. With We Love Eyes, if it's safe for eyes, it's safe for face. All the benefits for eyelid skin can be translated to facial skin:)