111SKIN Space Defense Bright Eye Lift Gel NAC Y2
Works for
Anti-agingNiacinamide, Acetyl hexapeptide-8 + 2 moreWorks well
“younger-looking appearance”
This product can help reduce and prevent fine lines and wrinkles, improve skin elasticity and firmness because it contains niacinamide.
These ingredients in the product can also be helpful, even though there is less evidence for their effectiveness: acetyl hexapeptide-8.
Keep in mind that it typically takes at least 6 weeks to notice any results because the changes that are needed to improve fine lines and elasticity happen in the deeper layers of the skin. No topical anti-aging product can “erase” wrinkles or fully reverse signs of aging.
MoisturizingNiacinamide, Acetyl hexapeptide-8 + 9 moreWorks well
“hydrates the skin”
This product can help improve hydration of the skin with the two types of ingredients.
The first type is called “humectants”:
these ingredients help attract water.
When humectants are on the surface of the skin, they “pull in” the moisture from the outside environment, or from
within deeper layers of the skin. The following ingredients in this product do the job:
glycerin, caprylyl glycol.
This product also contains ingredients called “occlusives”. They help reduce the speed with which our skin loses moisture to the outside environment. These ingredients also help soften the upper layer of the skin, so it feels less tight and nicer to the touch. The following ingredients in this product do the job: butyrospermum parkii butter, beta-sitosterol.
The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: acetyl hexapeptide-8, niacinamide
Evens skin toneNiacinamideWorks well
“reduce the appearance of dark circles”
This product can help reduce hypepigmentation and even out the skin tone because it contains the following effective ingredients: niacinamide
Keep in mind that you would need to apply any topical skincare targetted at hypigmentation consistently for a couple of months to get a result. No topical skincare product can help get rid of hyperpigmentation (including post-acne marks and age spots) instantly.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy1 strong irritant: ParfumMedium risk
Comedogenic2 ingredients rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale2 flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~40–60%
Glycerin~3.8–5.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant
More about GlycerinSorbitol~3.5–5.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improves the product texture
More about SorbitolPeg-40 hydrogenated castor oil~2.5–3.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Peg-40 hydrogenated castor oilNiacinamide~2–3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Is proven to be effective in reducing blemishes, evening out skin tone and helping to improve lines and wrinkles. It helps the skin to repair sun damage, calm down inflammation and keep maintain good levels of moisture. The concentration of about 2% is effective for supporting the skin barrier and evening out the skin tone. Concentration of 4-6% is better for helping with acne and balancing the sebum production
More about NiacinamideIsopropyl myristate~1.7–2.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
An emollient that helps soften the skin. Could be comedogenic
More about Isopropyl myristateButyrospermum parkii butter~1.4–2.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
A great moisturising ingredient that softens the skin and reduces water loss from its upper layer. It also can be helpful in protecting skin from free radicals
More about Butyrospermum parkii butterHydroxyacetophenone~1.2–1.9%
Carbomer~1–1.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps create a thicker or gel-like product texture. It is not a surfactant but can be used in gentle cleansing formulations
More about Carbomer1,2-hexanediol~0.5–1.2%
Caprylyl glycol~0.5–1.2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture
More about Caprylyl glycolCaffeine~0.4–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Might be helpful in neutralizing free radicals. Can have a dehydration effect that might somewhat decrease the look of puffy eyes
More about CaffeineSodium hydroxide~0.4–0.9%
Sodium ascorbyl phosphate~0.35–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A stable derivative of vitamin C. It is oil-soluble which means it is more likely to penetrate the skin compared to the pure form of vitamin C (which is water-soluble), but it is less bio-available and is way less effective in stimulating collagen and reducing wrinkles compared to the pure form of vitamin C (L-ascorbic acid) and its other derivatives (for example, magnesium ascorbyl phosphate). At the same time, this vitamin C derivative has been shown in studies to be effective in reducing acne, blemishes and clogged pores. It is less irritating then the pure form of vitamin C
More about Sodium ascorbyl phosphateXanthan gum~0.35–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumPolyglyceryl-6 laurate~0.35–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Polyglyceryl-6 lauratePolyglyceryl-10 oleate~0.3–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Polyglyceryl-10 oleateSodium benzoate~0.25–0.5%
Lecithin~0.2–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used mostly for creating emulsions - helping oil and water mix together. Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about LecithinSorbitan palmitate~0.15–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps water and oil mix together and stabilize the product formulation
More about Sorbitan palmitateAcetyl cysteine~0.15–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Escin~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- High
A compound obtained from horse chestnut. It is claimed that this chemical can improve circulation, but there is no evidence available that it works in skin
More about EscinSoy isoflavones~0.15–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Beta-sitosterol~0.15–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A phytosterol that can support skin's barrier function and help the skin stay hydrated
More about Beta-sitosterolAcetyl hexapeptide-8~0.1–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles
More about Acetyl hexapeptide-8Glycosphingolipids~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of lipids naturally present in skin. They can be converted to ceramides in skin
More about GlycosphingolipidsAesculus hippocastanum seed extract~0.1–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- High
Plant extract. Might have some anti-oxidant properties. Can be irritating
More about Aesculus hippocastanum seed extractAloe vera leaf extract~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Tetramethyl acetyloctahydronaphthalenes~0.05–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Geranyl acetate~0.05–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Terpineol~0.05–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Dimethyl phenethyl acetate~0.05–0.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Parfum~0.01–0.1%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumIngredient list view
Water, Glycerin, Sorbitol, Peg-40 hydrogenated castor oil, Niacinamide, Isopropyl myristate, Butyrospermum parkii butter, Hydroxyacetophenone, Carbomer, 1,2-hexanediol, Caprylyl glycol, Caffeine, Sodium hydroxide, Sodium ascorbyl phosphate, Xanthan gum, Polyglyceryl-6 laurate, Polyglyceryl-10 oleate, Sodium benzoate, Lecithin, Sorbitan palmitate, Acetyl cysteine, Escin, Soy isoflavones, Beta-sitosterol, Acetyl hexapeptide-8, Glycosphingolipids, Aesculus hippocastanum seed extract, Aloe vera leaf extract, Tetramethyl acetyloctahydronaphthalenes, Geranyl acetate, Terpineol, Dimethyl phenethyl acetate, Parfum
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| 111SKINSpace Defense Bright Eye Lift Gel NAC Y2YOUR PRODUCT | NIDASalmon PDRN Peptide Serum | Tomorrow-Today BeautyFrom Future Eye Gel Serum | SKIN&LABBakuchiol Eye Serum | |
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| Match | — | 85% | 85% | 85% |
| Price | $170.00 | $13.32−$156.68 | $84.00−$86.00 | $19.99−$150.01 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 4 of 8 | 4 of 8 | 4 of 8 |
| Key difference | — | Copper Tripeptide-1 | Nonapeptide-1 | Adenosine |
| Irritancy | Medium | Low | Medium | Low |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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Product summary
"111SKIN - Space Defense Bright Eye Lift Gel NAC Y2" has a good moisturizing formula. To work well, any moisturizer needs to include a combination of water-binding and emollient ingredients. 111SKIN - Space Defense Bright Eye Lift Gel NAC Y2 ticks this box. Acetyl hexapeptide-8, glycerin, butylene glycol, caprylyl glycol and sorbitol in this product (humectants) attract water molecules to the upper layer of the skin (the water comes from the outside air or from the deeper layers of the skin if the air is dry). Isopropyl myristate and caprylyl glycol in this product help decrease the water evoporation from the skin, so that it stays hydrated for longer. These ingredients also soften the skin and take away the feeling of tightness and dryness.
Ingredient callouts
- We like that this moisturizer contains peptides (acetyl hexapeptide-8 0.95% - 1.40%). There are many different kind of peptides and they are naturally present in our skin. They all are a combination of amino-acids. Some of them work as natural anti-biotics, promote wound-healing and production of collagen. The science is still not settled on how effective peptides in skincare are, but it is very likely that they have a benefit. Peptides might help restore the skin barrier and fight the signs of aging. At the very least, peptides work as humectants: they attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improve its hydration.
Irritation risk
This formulation includes some common irritants, including ingredients that do not provide a benefit for the skin. We assess the overall irritancy of this moisturizer to be medium. For a detailed overview of all potential irritants: click here
You can see the detailed formula review with the breakdown of all actives in the product and the full ingredient list with estimated concentrations in the tables below.
Price
The product retails from 104.50$ up to 190.00$ in the United States, for 275.10A$ in Australia and from 97.21£ up to 145.00£ in the United Kingdom.
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Sources cited in this review
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