Eye Serum — Private Label Skincare UAE
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Free Formulation on orders above 20,000 AED ($5,500). T&C apply.
GMP-ISO 22716
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ISO 14001
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Made in UAE
Sharjah
GCC Compliant
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About this formulation
A multi-concern eye serum addresses three distinct biological processes simultaneously — and this is where the LAB 03 FZC formulation is architecturally different from most commercial eye products, which target a single concern with a single mechanism. Fine lines and crow’s feet are driven by collagen degradation, loss of skin elasticity, and dehydration of the ultra-thin dermal matrix — addressed by retinol (controlled concentration appropriate for the periorbital zone), Argireline peptide (expression-line relaxation), and dual hyaluronic acid (surface plumping). Dark circles have two primary biological causes that require different active systems: pigmentary dark circles (melanin overproduction from UV exposure and post-inflammatory pigmentation) and vascular dark circles (visibility of the subdermal capillary network through ultra-thin skin, worsened by poor lymphatic drainage). Caffeine and Haloxyl address the vascular cause; niacinamide and alpha arbutin address the pigmentary cause. Puffiness and fluid retention are driven by lymphatic stagnation and increased capillary permeability — addressed by caffeine (vasoconstriction), Eyeliss peptide (lymphatic drainage stimulation), and cold-application technique.
Three variants — Anti-Aging, Dark Circle Correction, and De-Puff & Brightening — allow the same premium periorbital base to serve different consumer primary concerns and different market channels, while all three contain the full multi-concern active system at different weighted concentrations. Fragrance-free as standard across all variants (fragrance in the periorbital zone causes contact sensitisation at rates significantly higher than elsewhere on the face).
Key benefits
- Multi-concern formula — fine lines, dark circles (pigmentary and vascular), and puffiness addressed simultaneously in every variant
- Periorbital-specific formulation — 0.5mm skin thickness requires a dedicated serum; active concentrations and vehicle specifically calibrated for the eye zone
- Argireline (Acetyl Hexapeptide-8) — the most clinically studied expression-line peptide; relaxes the repeated muscle contraction responsible for crow's feet
- Dual dark circle targeting — niacinamide + alpha arbutin for pigmentary; caffeine + Haloxyl for vascular; the only complete dark circle active system in a single formula
- Eyeliss peptide — clinically studied de-puffing peptide that strengthens capillary walls and stimulates lymphatic drainage; visible depuffing within 20–30 minutes of application
What's Inside?
Anti-Aging — Expression Line Relaxation
Argireline (Acetyl Hexapeptide-8)
Acetyl Hexapeptide-8 The most commercially recognised and clinically studied topical expression-line peptide — Argireline works by competing with SNAP-25, one of the proteins involved in the neuromuscular signalling cascade that causes muscle contraction. By reducing the amplitude of muscle contraction around the eye zone, it progressively reduces the depth of dynamic wrinkles (crow's feet, forehead lines) formed by repetitive facial expressions. At 5% in the eye serum, Argireline is present at the clinical study concentration where statistically significant wrinkle depth reduction has been demonstrated. In the periorbital zone where 10,000 daily blinks create the most concentrated dynamic wrinkle formation on the face, Argireline is the active that addresses the mechanism — not just the symptom.
Anti-Aging — Collagen Stimulation
Matrixyl 3000 Peptide
Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1, Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7 Matrixyl 3000 — the commercial combination of Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1 and Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7 — is a matrikine peptide system that signals dermal fibroblasts to upregulate collagen I, collagen III, fibronectin, and hyaluronic acid production. In the periorbital dermis where collagen is both thinner and more rapidly degraded by repetitive movement stress and UV damage, matrikine stimulation provides the structural collagen rebuilding that complements Argireline's expression-line relaxation. The palmitoyl fatty acid chain improves penetration through the periorbital stratum corneum — delivering the peptide to the dermal layer where fibroblasts reside.
Anti-Aging — Collagen Renewal
Retinol (Microencapsulated)
Retinol (encapsulated, 0.025%) Retinol in the periorbital zone requires a specific approach — the ultra-thin (0.5mm) periorbital skin is significantly more sensitive to retinol than facial skin, and standard facial retinol concentrations (0.1–1%) cause irritation, redness, and peeling around the eyes in a high proportion of users. Microencapsulated retinol at 0.025% delivers the active at a concentration that stimulates collagen synthesis and accelerates cell turnover without the irritation associated with higher concentrations. The microencapsulation controls the release rate — the retinol is released gradually during the skin's overnight repair cycle rather than all at once at application. For the periorbital zone, less retinol delivered more consistently is measurably more effective than higher concentrations that cause irritation and discontinuation.
Dark Circles — Vascular Origin
Haloxyl (Chrysin + Hesperidin)
Chrysin, Hesperidin Methyl Chalcone, N-Hydroxysuccinimide Haloxyl is the most clinically studied complex specifically developed for vascular dark circles — the bluish-purple discolouration caused by the visibility of the subdermal capillary network through ultra-thin periorbital skin. Its mechanism is two-part: Chrysin and N-Hydroxysuccinimide mobilise and break down the haemosiderin deposits (iron-containing compounds from erythrocyte breakdown) that accumulate in the periorbital tissue and create the dark pigmentation; Hesperidin Methyl Chalcone strengthens the capillary walls to reduce the ongoing leakage of erythrocytes that generates new haemosiderin. Clinical studies on Haloxyl demonstrate significant reduction in dark circle intensity at 8 weeks. It is the only commercially available cosmetic active that specifically addresses the vascular dark circle mechanism.
De-Puffing — Lymphatic Drainage
Eyeliss Peptide Complex
Hesperidin Methyl Chalcone, Dipeptide-2, Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7 Eyeliss is a patented peptide complex specifically developed and clinically studied for under-eye puffiness and bags — one of the few cosmetic actives with an independent clinical study conducted specifically on the under-eye area. Its three-component mechanism addresses the complete puffiness pathway: Hesperidin Methyl Chalcone improves capillary permeability and resistance (reducing fluid leakage into periorbital tissue); Dipeptide-2 stimulates lymphatic drainage (improving removal of accumulated fluid); Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7 reduces the inflammatory signalling that drives capillary permeability. Clinical studies show visible reduction in eye bag volume and puffiness at 28 days. In V3 (De-Puff), Eyeliss is the primary active and is supplemented by caffeine's vasoconstriction effect for combined immediate and sustained de-puffing.
De-Puffing & Vascular — All Variants
Caffeine
Caffeine In eye care, caffeine serves a different function from its hair growth serum role — topical caffeine is a phosphodiesterase inhibitor that causes vasoconstriction in the periorbital capillary network, immediately reducing the volume of blood pooling in the subdermal vessels and decreasing the visual intensity of vascular dark circles. Its diuretic effect on periorbital tissue reduces fluid accumulation. The cold-application technique recommended for Variant 03 amplifies caffeine's vasoconstriction effect through physical thermal contraction — the combination produces visible de-puffing within 20–30 minutes that consumers can observe. Present across all three variants at escalating concentrations (1% in V1, 2% in V2, 3% in V3).
Dark Circles — Pigmentary Origin
Niacinamide + Alpha Arbutin
Niacinamide, Alpha-Arbutin The dual pigmentary dark circle active system — niacinamide (5% in V2, 3% elsewhere) inhibits melanosome transfer from melanocytes to keratinocytes in the periorbital skin, reducing the UV-induced and post-inflammatory pigmentation that creates brownish dark circles in Fitzpatrick III–VI skin types (the majority of the UAE and GCC population). Alpha arbutin (1% in V2) provides complementary tyrosinase inhibition. Together they address periorbital hyperpigmentation through the same dual-pathway mechanism as the brightening face cream — deployed at appropriate periorbital concentrations. This combination is specifically critical for the GCC market where Fitzpatrick III–VI skin types have both higher melanin response to UV and darker periorbital skin as a baseline.
Hydration — All Variants
Hyaluronic Acid (Dual MW) + Sodium PCA
Sodium Hyaluronate (High & Low MW), Sodium PCA The periorbital zone has virtually no sebaceous glands — it relies entirely on transdermal moisture retention and topically applied humectants for hydration. Without adequate moisture, the ultra-thin periorbital dermis dehydrates rapidly (particularly in UAE AC environments), accentuating every fine line, hollow, and dark circle through simple lack of tissue plumpness. Dual-MW hyaluronic acid provides both surface-level film formation (high MW, immediate plumping of fine lines) and deeper dermal moisture (low MW, sustained hydration). Sodium PCA (a component of the skin's natural NMF) binds moisture specifically in arid environments — particularly important for UAE AC conditions where relative humidity drops to 30–40% indoors.
Barrier & Sensitivity — All Variants
Ceramide NP + Squalene
Ceramide NP, Squalene The ultra-thin periorbital stratum corneum has a reduced ceramide concentration compared to thicker facial skin — making it inherently more susceptible to barrier disruption, water loss, and sensitisation. Ceramide NP in the eye serum formula provides targeted barrier repair at the periorbital zone without the heaviness that would make the serum unsuitable for the delicate under-eye area. Plant-derived squalene provides biomimetic lipid support — its structural identity with the skin's own sebum fills the sebaceous deficit of the gland-sparse periorbital zone with a completely non-comedogenic, non-heavy lipid system. Together they create the periorbital barrier competence that allows the active ingredients to work effectively without causing sensitivity.
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Ideal for your sector
Hotels & Resorts
Luxury facial amenity upgrade An eye serum in the hotel bathroom amenity set communicates a level of facial skincare sophistication that differentiates luxury resort properties from standard hotel amenities. A 15ml dropper alongside the foaming face wash, toner, and face moisturiser creates a complete branded facial care amenity collection. For guests travelling across time zones — jetlag-induced puffiness and dark circles are among the most common guest complaints — the De-Puff variant stored in the room minibar creates a genuinely useful and memorable experience. The small 15ml format is appropriate for amenity use and communicates concentration and premium value in a single small gesture.
Spa & Wellness Centers
Eye treatment take-home product Every eye facial treatment — cooling eye masks, lymphatic drainage facial, microcurrent eye lift — creates a direct retail moment for a branded eye serum. The De-Puff variant (V3 with Eyeliss and caffeine) is the natural spa recommendation — the immediate visible de-puffing effect within 20–30 minutes of application mirrors the same result the guest just experienced during the facial. Store the retail stock in the refrigerator and demonstrate the cold-application technique at the treatment conclusion. A 15ml dropper in a frosted glass bottle with a rose gold cap is an accessible AED 90–130 impulse purchase at treatment checkout.
Gyms & Fitness Clubs
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Clinics & Medical Centers
The highest-margin retail complement to periorbital treatments Clinics performing periorbital treatments — tear trough filler, Botox crow's feet, under-eye PRP, and laser resurfacing — need a clinic-branded eye serum as a home care maintenance product that patients purchase after every treatment and reorder monthly. The Anti-Aging variant (V1 with Argireline and Matrixyl) is specifically complementary to Botox crow's feet — patients want to extend the results of their treatment with a topical that reinforces the expression-line relaxation at home. A 15ml frosted glass dropper at AED 150–220 is a credible clinic retail price point. Patients who understand the periorbital anatomy and the multi-concern mechanism will purchase on consultation recommendation without requiring shelf education.
Retail Brands
The premium facial SKU with the highest perceived value per ml A 15ml eye serum at AED 120–180 commands higher perceived value per ml than any other facial skincare product in a brand's range — the small format, the premium packaging (glass dropper), and the targeted periorbital application all signal clinical precision. In GCC pharmacy and concept store retail, the Dark Circle variant (V2 with Haloxyl, Niacinamide, and Alpha Arbutin) addresses the single most commonly cited facial aesthetic concern among Fitzpatrick III–VI consumers in the UAE. A dark circle correction serum with a credible multi-pathway active story is one of the most commercially powerful product launches available for a new facial skincare brand in the GCC market.
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Product Specifications
| Product type | Skin care — multi-concern eye serum / periorbital treatment (leave-on) |
| Application zone | Periorbital — around and under the eye; not for direct eye contact |
| Variant 01 actives | Retinol (microencapsulated 0.025%) · Argireline 5% · Matrixyl 3000 · Niacinamide 3% · Caffeine 1% · Dual HA |
| Variant 02 actives | Niacinamide 5% · Alpha Arbutin 1% · Haloxyl · Caffeine 2% · Vitamin K Oxide · Argireline (base) · Dual HA |
| Variant 03 actives | Caffeine 3% · Eyeliss Peptide · Haloxyl · Cucumber Extract · Hyaluronic Acid · Niacinamide 2% |
| Common base actives | Dual MW Hyaluronic Acid · Ceramide NP · Squalene · Sodium PCA · Panthenol · Allantoin |
| Fragrance | Fragrance-free as standard across all three variants |
| Ophthalmologist-tested | Yes — all three variants; mandatory for periorbital zone claims |
| Retinol | V1: microencapsulated 0.025% (evening use) · V2 and V3: retinol-free · pregnancy-safe variant available (bakuchiol) |
| Available sizes | 15ml · 20ml · 30ml |
| Packaging formats | Dropper bottle (recommended — 1-drop precision dosing) · Airless pump |
| Packaging material | Frosted glass / amber glass (V1 retinol) / clear glass · Rose gold, matte black, or custom cap |
| Application method | One drop per eye on ring finger; pat around orbital bone; no rubbing; 60 seconds absorption before layering |
| MOQ | Flexible — available on request per variant |
| Production lead time | 2–4 weeks from formula approval |
| Shelf life | 24 months (V2 and V3) · 18 months (V1 — retinol variant; dark packaging essential) |
| Preservation | Phenoxyethanol + Ethylhexylglycerin (paraben-free; periorbital-safe concentration) |
| Free-from | Fragrance-free · Paraben-free · Sulphate-free · Mineral oil-free · Cruelty-free |
| Certifications | ISO 22716 GMP · ISO 14001 · EU Compliant · SFDA · USFDA |
| Halal availability | Yes — on request; all variant formulations halal-appropriate |
| Vegan | Yes (V2 and V3) · V1 uses encapsulated retinol (synthetic, vegan); confirm per specific sourcing |
| Export markets | UAE · GCC · Saudi Arabia · EU · USA · Worldwide |
| Sampling | Samples of all three variants available on request |
| HS Code | 3304.99 — Beauty or make-up preparations and preparations for the care of the skin |
| Manufactured in | Hamriyah Freezone Phase 2, Sharjah, United Arab Emirates |
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