Cornflower – Centaurea cyanus by its botanical name – is a small, intensely blue wild flower that has grown along the edges of fields for centuries. Its old French nickname, "casse-lunettes" (literally "glasses-breaker"), recalls a traditional practice: compresses of cornflower were laid over tired eyes. Cornflower Floral Water is known for its decongesting action, which helps to de-puff the eyelids. It also soothes irritated eyes and gives an instant feeling of freshness. It is obtained by steam distillation of the flowers. The result is a gentle, lightly scented water that is well tolerated by sensitive areas such as the eye contour.

In the Eye Gel Cornflower formula, Cornflower Floral Water works directly on under-eye bags by reducing the build-up of fluid beneath the eye. Its freshness soothes the area and eases the feeling of tiredness from the moment it is applied.

Caffeine is a molecule from the methylxanthine family, found naturally in coffee, tea, cocoa and guarana. In its pure form, it is a fine white powder that dissolves in water, so it blends easily into gel textures. In skincare, its ability to stimulate microcirculation temporarily tightens the tiny blood vessels under the eye which, when blood flow becomes sluggish, cause bluish or purplish dark circles.

In the Eye Gel Cornflower, Caffeine targets dark circles. It complements the action of Cornflower Floral Water, which is dedicated to puffiness. The gel therefore tackles two common signs of tiredness around the eyes in a single step.

Hyaluronic Acid is a molecule that the body produces naturally. In the skin, it helps to maintain hydration. Unfortunately, its levels decline over time and the skin loses its bounce. The eye contour is particularly affected, as the skin there is thin and has few sebaceous glands. In skincare, Hyaluronic Acid acts like a sponge: it attracts water and holds on to it.

The Eye Gel Cornflower contains high-molecular-weight Hyaluronic Acid. Its size keeps it on the surface of the skin, where it forms a supple film. This film limits transepidermal water loss and keeps hydration where the skin needs it. Plumped with water, the area looks bouncier. Hyaluronic Acid thus hydrates and plumps the eye contour.