I like an eyecare product to be light and non greasy. A gel can be nice in summer, something soothing and cooling is great in summer. For daytime I like a cream with a bit of "highlighting" effect to make me look like I am awake and have gotten plenty of sleep :-)
Oh yes, I normally make a very light emulsion with a small fat phase (10-15% max), with a light texture. I love lecithin for this, but the only issue is the smell. For that reason I also use aromatic infused oils (like vanilla) to try to his the lecithin smell. And also when I make it as a gift. I don't know why but people don't appreciate this diy gifts unscented (LOL).
Hi Tina - A absolutely agree - light and non greasy is the way to go, and the highlighting idea is duly noted!
Hi MarÃa - you are also a fan of the light emulsion! It's so easy to apply. As for lecithin, have you thought about using e-vitamin instead? I agree, lecithin isn't the best-smelling substance on the planet! :)
What does lecithin do in a cream? Moisturize? I have not worked with it but Maria your description kinda makes me want to try in spite of the smell. I LOVE vanilla so I really like the idea of masking the lecithin smell with vanilla :-) Does vanilla bring good stuff to skincare? I have used dried, ground vanilla beans in scrubs and masks because I am such a fan of vanilla, but does it have any benefits other than the wonderful smell?
Hi Tina, I use lecithin as emulsifier, it gives lovely light and smooth texture, I add the E vitamin more like an ingredient for the skin. In order to mask the smell of lecithin the vanilla infused oil is not enough, you need more fragrance, but the good thing about the infused oil is that it gives that gorgeous smell without using an added fragrance. For example to be used in emulsions and balms for babies, extra sensitive skin, etc. Like that you don't have the risk of a fragrance, that may give allergies. One of my most successful lip balms I make is unscented. I only use equal parts of vanilla infused oil, organic cocoa butter (gorgeous), organic coconut oil and organic unrefined beeswax with its honey smell. The result is wonderful and it's naturally scented with the ingredients, no need to add fragrance or flavour ;)
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I like an eyecare product to be light and non greasy. A gel can be nice in summer, something soothing and cooling is great in summer.
For daytime I like a cream with a bit of "highlighting" effect to make me look like I am awake and have gotten plenty of sleep :-)
Tina
I don't know why but people don't appreciate this diy gifts unscented (LOL).
Hi MarÃa - you are also a fan of the light emulsion! It's so easy to apply. As for lecithin, have you thought about using e-vitamin instead? I agree, lecithin isn't the best-smelling substance on the planet! :)
I LOVE vanilla so I really like the idea of masking the lecithin smell with vanilla :-)
Does vanilla bring good stuff to skincare? I have used dried, ground vanilla beans in scrubs and masks because I am such a fan of vanilla, but does it have any benefits other than the wonderful smell?
I use lecithin as emulsifier, it gives lovely light and smooth texture, I add the E vitamin more like an ingredient for the skin.
In order to mask the smell of lecithin the vanilla infused oil is not enough, you need more fragrance, but the good thing about the infused oil is that it gives that gorgeous smell without using an added fragrance. For example to be used in emulsions and balms for babies, extra sensitive skin, etc. Like that you don't have the risk of a fragrance, that may give allergies.
One of my most successful lip balms I make is unscented. I only use equal parts of vanilla infused oil, organic cocoa butter (gorgeous), organic coconut oil and organic unrefined beeswax with its honey smell. The result is wonderful and it's naturally scented with the ingredients, no need to add fragrance or flavour ;)