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Banana Bright+ Eye Crème | Manufacturing and Formulation Insights

This page provides an ingredient-level review of Banana Bright+ Eye Crème by OLEHENRIKSEN. Below you’ll find the publicly available ingredient list, a dynamic ingredient breakdown linked to the FormuNova ingredient database, and a formula structure overview intended for cosmetic founders, product developers, and brand teams researching competitor product architecture in modern eye care and related Beauty & Personal Care categories. This page is a formulation and manufacturing review and does not imply or state any association between FormuNova and OLEHENRIKSEN.

Full Ingredient List

Aqua/Water/Eau, Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter, Isododecane, Coconut Alkanes, 3-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid, Cetearyl Alcohol, Glycerin, Synthetic Beeswax, Dilinoleic Acid/Propanediol Copolymer, Polymethylsilsesquioxane, Cocoyl Proline, Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Pentaerythrityl Tetraisostearate, Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate, Ascorbic Acid, Colloidal Gold, Collagen, Glutathione, Citrus Nobilis (Mandarin Orange) Fruit Extract, Citrus Paradisi (Grapefruit) Peel Extract, Glucosyl Hesperidin, Tocopherol, Tamarindus Indica Seed Polysaccharide, Poncirus Trifoliata Fruit Extract, Morus Alba Root Extract, Linoleic Acid, Linolenic Acid, Jojoba Esters, Caprylyl Glycol, Coco-Caprylate/Caprate, Propanediol, Polyglyceryl-3 Cocoate, Polyglyceryl-4 Caprate, Polyglyceryl-6 Caprylate, Polyglyceryl-6 Ricinoleate, Hdi/Trimethylol Hexyllactone Crosspolymer, Polyacrylate-13, Butylene Glycol, Polyglyceryl-3 Stearate, Polysorbate 20, Sodium Citrate, Polyisobutene, Beheneth-5, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Behenyl Alcohol, Sodium Hydroxide, Sorbic Acid, Sorbitan Isostearate, Citric Acid, Sorbitol, Silica, Sodium Benzoate, 1,2-Hexanediol, Xanthan Gum, Phenoxyethanol, Leuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Filtrate, Mica, Titanium Dioxide (Ci 77891), Iron Oxides (Ci 77491)

Formulation Deep Dive

OLEHENRIKSEN Banana Bright+ Eye Crème is formulated as a high-performance brightening and firming eye treatment utilizing a complex water-in-oil emulsion system. The carrier base leverages a blend of Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter, and Coconut Alkanes to provide a rich, emollient texture that ensures long-wear hydration and a smooth application. The primary active strategy centers on a triple-vitamin C complex, combining 3-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid, Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate, and Ascorbic Acid with Colloidal Gold and Glutathione to maximize stability and antioxidant delivery for periorbital brightening. This is supplemented by Collagen and Poncirus Trifoliata Fruit Extract to target elasticity and skin density. The formula is stabilized through a sophisticated network of Dimethicone Crosspolymer and Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, while a preservative system featuring Sodium Benzoate, Sorbic Acid, and Phenoxyethanol ensures the long-term integrity of the nutrient-dense botanical extracts.

Ingredient Analysis

About our ratings
Water GREAT
Purified water serves as the primary, high-quality solvent in most cosmetics.
Solvent
Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil GOOD
To deeply moisturize, balance oil production, protect skin and hair from oxidative stress, and soothe inflammation.
Moisturizer Emollient Texture Enhancer Conditioner Antioxidant Detoxifier Anti-Inflammatory Agent Barrier Support Oil Control Agent Anti-Aging Agent
Butyrospermum parkii (Shea) Butter GREAT
To hydrate and reinforce the skin and hair barrier, diminish inflammation, and protect from oxidative stress while improving texture and manageability.
Moisturizer Emollient Conditioner Anti-Frizz Agent Antioxidant Anti-Inflammatory Agent Barrier Support Anti-Aging Agent UV Protector Emulsifier
Isododecane NOT RATED
Coconut Alkanes GOOD
A coconut-derived emollient used for silky, weightless slip as a natural silicone alternative.
Emollient Texture Enhancer
3-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid GOOD
A stable, dual‑solubility vitamin C derivative designed to deliver antioxidant protection, stimulate collagen production and inhibit melanogenesis with minimal irritation.
Antioxidant Strengthener Soother Barrier Support Tone Evener Anti-Aging Agent
Cetearyl Alcohol GOOD
Stabilize and thicken emulsions while depositing a soft, emollient film that improves skin feel and hair manageability.
Moisturizer Emollient Texture Enhancer Conditioner Barrier Support Emulsifier
Glycerin GREAT
To attract and retain moisture in the skin and hair, enhancing hydration and improving barrier function.
Hydrator Moisturizer Emollient Texture Enhancer Conditioner Soother Barrier Support Anti-Aging Agent Solvent
Synthetic Beeswax NOT RATED
Dilinoleic Acid/Propanediol Copolymer NOT RATED
Polymethylsilsesquioxane GOOD
A silicone elastomer powder used to blur, mattify and add a soft, velvety feel to skin care and make-up.
Texture Enhancer Oil Control Agent
Cocoyl Proline NOT RATED
Dimethicone Crosspolymer GOOD
A silicone elastomer used for a soft-focus, mattifying, velvety primer-like finish.
Texture Enhancer
Pentaerythrityl Tetraisostearate NOT RATED
Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate GREAT
Deliver stable vitamin C activity to improve skin tone, stimulate collagen synthesis, and protect skin and hair from oxidative stress.
Antioxidant Strengthener Tone Evener Anti-Aging Agent
Ascorbic Acid GREAT
Neutralizes free radicals, promotes collagen synthesis, and inhibits melanin production.
Antioxidant Strengthener Soother Tone Evener Anti-Aging Agent UV Protector
Colloidal Gold NOT RATED
Collagen Extract GOOD
A surface humectant and film-forming protein used for smoothing, hydration and a plumped-looking finish.
Moisturizer Conditioner
Glutathione NOT RATED
Citrus Nobilis (Mandarin Orange) Fruit Extract NOT RATED
Citrus Paradisi (Grapefruit) Peel Extract NOT RATED
Glucosyl Hesperidin NOT RATED
Tocopherol (Vitamin E) GREAT
To provide antioxidant protection, moisturize and condition the skin and hair, support the skin’s barrier function, soothe irritation, and protect against environmental damage.
Moisturizer Emollient Conditioner Antioxidant Soother Barrier Support Anti-Aging Agent
Tamarindus Indica Seed Polysaccharide NOT RATED
Poncirus Trifoliata Fruit Extract NOT RATED
Morus Alba Root Extract NOT RATED
Linoleic Acid GOOD
An essential omega-6 fatty acid that supports the look of a healthy skin barrier and softens skin.
Barrier Support Emollient
Linolenic Acid GOOD
An omega-3 essential fatty acid used for barrier support, softening and skin comfort.
Barrier Support Emollient
Jojoba Esters NOT RATED
Caprylyl Glycol GREAT
Enhances hydration, texture, and skin/hair conditioning while improving emulsion stability.
Hydrator Moisturizer Emollient Texture Enhancer Conditioner Anti-Frizz Agent Microbiome Balance Agent Barrier Support Emulsifier
Coco Caprylate/Caprate GOOD
To condition and soften skin and hair while improving the sensory feel, spreadability, and moisture retention of cosmetic formulations.
Moisturizer Emollient Texture Enhancer Conditioner Barrier Support Solvent
Propanediol GREAT
Improve hydration, solubilize actives, enhance texture and absorption, support barrier function.
Hydrator Emollient Barrier Support Solvent
Polyglyceryl-3 Cocoate NOT RATED
Polyglyceryl-4 Caprate NOT RATED
Polyglyceryl-6 Caprylate NOT RATED
Polyglyceryl-6 Ricinoleate NOT RATED
Hdi/Trimethylol Hexyllactone Crosspolymer NOT RATED
Polyacrylate-13 GOOD
A synthetic rheology modifier that thickens, gels and stabilizes emulsions with a non-tacky feel.
Texture Enhancer Emulsifier
Butylene Glycol GOOD
To hydrate and condition skin and hair, enhance the absorption of active ingredients, and improve product texture and stability.
Hydrator Moisturizer Emollient Texture Enhancer Conditioner Solvent Preservative
Polyglyceryl-3 Stearate GOOD
To stabilize oil-in-water emulsions while improving texture, spreadability, and formulation mildness.
Emollient Texture Enhancer Emulsifier
Polysorbate 20 GOOD
To stabilise oil-in-water or water-in-oil mixtures, reduce interfacial tension, solubilise lipophilic actives, and improve formulation texture and performance in skin and hair care systems.
Texture Enhancer Cleansing Agent Emulsifier Solvent
Sodium Citrate GOOD
To adjust and maintain the pH of cosmetic products, chelate metal ions to enhance formulation stability, and act as a mild <a href="https://formunova.com/product/preservative-effectiveness-test/">preservative</a&gt;.
Preservative Chelating Agent
Polyisobutene NOT RATED
Beheneth-5 NOT RATED
Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer GOOD
To thicken and stabilize skincare and haircare formulations while imparting a silky, spreadable feel.
Texture Enhancer Emulsifier
Behenyl Alcohol GOOD
A C22 fatty alcohol used as a rich emollient, thickener and emulsion-stabilizing co-emulsifier.
Emollient Texture Enhancer Emulsifier
Sodium Hydroxide GOOD
A strong alkali used at trace levels as a pH adjuster — to neutralize acids, set a formula’s target pH and activate gelling agents such as carbomer.
Potassium Sorbate GOOD
Functions as a preservative (antimicrobial), protecting water-containing formulations primarily against yeasts and molds, with weaker activity against bacteria. Its activity is pH-dependent and strongest in acidic systems (effective below roughly pH 6, optimal near pH 4.4), so it is used in low-pH products and is commonly paired with a second preservative such as sodium benzoate for broad-spectrum coverage.
Preservative
Sorbitan Isostearate GOOD
A nonionic sorbitan-ester emulsifier / co-emulsifier used to stabilize emulsions and wet pigments.
Emulsifier
Citric Acid GOOD
Acts mainly as a pH adjuster and buffer and as a chelating agent that protects formula stability and preservation; at higher leave-on levels it also serves as a mild exfoliating AHA.
Chelating Agent Exfoliant
Sorbitol GOOD
To attract and retain moisture in skin and hair while supporting texture stability and hydration balance.
Hydrator Moisturizer Texture Enhancer Conditioner
Silica GOOD
To absorb excess oil and improve product texture, spreadability, and visual skin finish.
Texture Enhancer Volume Control Agent Exfoliant Oil Control Agent
Sodium Benzoate GOOD
Functions as a preservative (antimicrobial), protecting water-containing formulations from yeast, mold, and bacterial spoilage. Its activity is pH-dependent and strongest in acidic systems (optimal below roughly pH 5), so it is used in low-pH products and frequently paired with potassium sorbate for broader, more robust preservation.
Preservative
1,2-Hexanediol GOOD
A multifunctional glycol used as a humectant and preservative booster with mild antimicrobial activity.
Hydrator Preservative
Xanthan Gum GOOD
Improves formula viscosity and stability, enhances spreadability, supports skin hydration by forming a moisture-retaining film, and smooths hair appearance.
Hydrator Moisturizer Texture Enhancer Conditioner Soother Barrier Support Emulsifier
Phenoxyethanol GOOD
A broad-spectrum cosmetic preservative that protects water-containing formulas against bacteria, yeast and mold.
Preservative
Leuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Filtrate GOOD
A naturally derived, fermentation-based antimicrobial used for clean-beauty preservation.
Preservative
Mica GOOD
To provide light reflection, luminosity, and color enhancement in skincare and cosmetic products.
Texture Enhancer Tone Evener
Titanium Dioxide GREAT
Provides broad-spectrum UV protection and enhances product opacity.
Texture Enhancer Barrier Support Tone Evener UV Protector
Iron Oxides GOOD
Provide natural, stable pigmentation while offering an added layer of defense against HEV/blue light and contributing to visually even, radiant formulations.
Texture Enhancer Antioxidant Tone Evener
The information provided in this review is based on internal research and publicly available sources. It is intended for general informational purposes only and does not constitute medical, legal, or regulatory advice. We do not guarantee the accuracy or completeness of this information. Users are encouraged to conduct their own research and consult appropriate professionals before making decisions based on this information.

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