
2 of 3 advertised claims delivered
“Formulated to help reduce the appearance of seven types of facial wrinkles from the eyes to the neck, the cream features potent anti-ageing ingredients.”
This product can help reduce and prevent fine lines and wrinkles, improve skin elasticity and firmness because it contains adenosine.
These ingredients in the product can also be helpful, even though there is less evidence for their effectiveness: arginine/lysine polypeptide, folic acid, lysine, palmitoyl pentapeptide-4, threonine.
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.
“The innovative formula promotes a smoother, firmer and more radiant-looking complexion, targeting concerns such as dryness, uneven skin tone, loss of elasticity and fine lines.”
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:
acetyl hydroxyproline, arginine.
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: arginine, caprylic/capric triglyceride.
The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: arginine/lysine polypeptide, ceramide np, palmitoyl pentapeptide-4
“The innovative formula promotes a smoother, firmer and more radiant-looking complexion, targeting concerns such as dryness, uneven skin tone, loss of elasticity and fine lines.”
Effective ingredients missing or their concentration is too low
This product contains antioxidants (ficus carica fruit extract, pyridoxine) that might be able to help neutralize free radicals in skin to lessen the damage it gets from the UV light (sun). There is not enough evidence to confirm their effectiveness in skin though.

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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 GlycerinA good mix of fatty acids that forms a protective layer on the skin. Improves the shelf life of products. Derived from coconut and glycerin
More about Caprylic/capric triglycerideA non-drying alcohol. Works as an emollient. Helps water and oil mix together and creates a nice product texture
More about Cetearyl alcoholAn emollient that softens the skin and forms a protective layer on its surface. Helps water and oil mix together
More about Glyceryl stearateA silicone that serves as an emollient. Helps create a nice non-greasy feels
More about CyclohexasiloxaneAn emollient that is naturally present in skin and helps soften it
More about Palmitic acidAn active component of chamomile plant that historically has been used to calm down irritated skin. A recent study shows that bisabolol indeed can have some anti-inflammatory effect on skin, even though conclusive data is lacking. Bisabolol has a sweet floral scent and can be added to products for its aromatic properties
More about BisabololHelps oil and water mix together and works as an emollient
More about Stearic acidHelps to dissolve other ingredients in a formulation. Slows down the rate of product drying
More about Dipropylene glycolSeaweed extract that might help to attract water to the upper layer of the skin and have some anti-oxidant properties
More about Laminaria japonica extractA plant extract that is mostly used as a fragrance. Might have some anti-oxidant effect
More about Eclipta prostrata leaf extractCan be drying and contribute to skin irritation. Used in formulars to dissolve other ingredients, create a thinner product consistency or for its antibacterial properties
More about AlcoholUsed to improve the product consistency and soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Hydrogenated polyisobuteneA silicone that helps to reduce water loss from the surface of the skin. Can temporarily "fill in" lines and wrinkles, absorb oil, and create a nice product finish
More about DimethiconeAn oil naturally present in skin. Works as an emollient to soften the skin and form a protective layer on its surface without a greasy feeling.
More about SqualaneHelps to retain moisture by creating a protective barrier on the skin. Rich in fatty acids. Improves product texture and helps with the penetration of other ingredients.
More about Hydrogenated lecithinActs as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin
More about PropanediolAn aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumMight help improve cell turnover and reduce inflammation in skin. One study shows that the ingredients might be able to help reduce dynamic wrinkles (for example, in the corners of the eyes or on the forehead)
More about AdenosineHelp attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about FructooligosaccharidesUsed to create a nice product texture and help delivery of other ingredients. Might be somewhat helpful in attracting water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Butylene glycolAn emollient that helps soften the upper layer of the skin. Might have some weak anti-oxidant properties
More about Argania spinosa kernel oilForms a protective film on the surface of the skin to prevent moisture loss. Gives a velvety feel to products while reducing tackiness
More about Isononyl isononanoateHelps water and oil mix together and softens the upper layer of the skin
More about Polyglyceryl-10 stearateHelps attract water to the upper layer of the skin, calm down inflammation and irritation, restore the barrier function and support wound healing. It can be helpful in reducing fine lines and wrinkles
More about Beta-glucanA 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 butterHelps to soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Polyglyceryl-2 dipolyhydroxystearateUsed to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumHelps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help improve skin barrier function
More about PanthenolOne of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin. A version of it is naturally present in skin
More about Hydrolyzed hyaluronic acidHelps oil and water mix together. Could be comedogenic
More about Myristic acidA sugar that is used to stabilize the product formulation. Can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about DextrinUsed to create a thicker product consistency and stabilize the product formulation
More about Polyacrylate-13A typically plant-derived compound that is supposed mimic human collagen. Cannot penetrate the skin barrier so is not particularly useful in skincare products beyond attracting water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Hydrolyzed collagenA plant extract that might have an anti-inflammatory effect
More about Phellodendron amurense bark extractA plant extract that has been shown to be able to reduce inflammation in skin, support restoration of skin barrier function, as well as support collagen production. Contains active compounds called centelloids: asiaticoside, madecasosside, asiatic acid and madecassic acid. Might be helpful in preventing stretch marks. It can be itself be irritating though.
More about Centella asiatica extractA plant extract that can help neutralize free radicals. The concentrations typically used in cosmetics are too small to have an effect
More about Ficus carica fruit extractCan help stimulate collagen production in skin. While available studies are promising, more research is needed to confirm the efficacy in skin
More about Folic acidA type of lipid similar to ceramides naturally present in skin. Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin and supports the skin barrier function to keep it hydrated. Can help to prevent inflammation in skin
More about Ceramide npAn emollient that is naturally found in skin
More about CholesterolHelps oil and water mix together and workd as a cleanser
More about Disodium stearoyl glutamateHelps oil and water mix together
More about Sorbitan isostearatePure form of vitamin E. Can help moisturise and protect the skin from free radicals. Often used to help stabilise other ingredients or the formula itself
More about TocopherolCreates a thin drying film on the skin resulting in a short-term tightening effect
More about PullulanA preservative. Can be used to mask unpleasant smell. Can be irritating
More about Benzyl alcoholUsed to stabilize the product formulation and can help absorb oil
More about MaltodextrinAn emollient that can also help water and oil mix together, as well as prevent bacteria growth in products
More about Glyceryl caprylateA type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles
More about Palmitoyl pentapeptide-4An amino-acid that helps to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. In combination with other amino-acids, might help to reduce fine lines and wrinkles
More about LysineAn amino acid that can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and support skin's barrier function
More about IsoleucineAn amino acid that is naturally present in skin and helps keep it hydrated. When used together with AHAs, it can reduce their irritating effect on the skin
More about ArginineAn amino-acid that helps to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. In combination with other amino-acids, might help to reduce fine lines and wrinkles
More about ThreonineCan help attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Is studied as a mosquito repellent
More about Thiamine hclIs 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 NiacinamideMight help neutralize free radicals in skin, but evidence of effectiveness in skin is lacking. It might be irritating
More about PyridoxineCan support skin barrier function and reduce inflammation in skin
More about CyanocobalaminMight have some moisturising properties. Is not effective when applied topically beyond some moisturizing effect
More about BiotinA 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 phosphateOne of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Sodium hyaluronateAn amino-acid that can support ceramides production in skin and reduce water-loss
More about Acetyl hydroxyprolineA type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles
More about Arginine/lysine polypeptideWater, Glycerin, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Sorbitan stearate, 1,2-hexanediol, Cetearyl alcohol, Glyceryl stearate, Cyclohexasiloxane, Palmitic acid, Bisabolol, Stearic acid, Dipropylene glycol, Laminaria japonica extract, Eclipta prostrata leaf extract, Alcohol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Hydrogenated polyisobutene, Dimethicone, Squalane, Hydrogenated lecithin, Propanediol, Parfum, Adenosine, Fructooligosaccharides, Butylene glycol, Argania spinosa kernel oil, Isononyl isononanoate, Polyglyceryl-10 stearate, Disodium edta, Beta-glucan, Butyrospermum parkii butter, Polyglyceryl-2 dipolyhydroxystearate, Xanthan gum, Gold, Acmella oleracea extract, Panthenol, Hydrolyzed hyaluronic acid, Myristic acid, Dextrin, Theobroma cacao seed extract, Polyacrylate-13, Hydrolyzed collagen, Phellodendron amurense bark extract, Inulin lauryl carbamate, Centella asiatica extract, Ficus carica fruit extract, Raffinose, Polyisobutene, Folic acid, Ceramide np, Cholesterol, Disodium stearoyl glutamate, Polysorbate 20, Sorbitan isostearate, Tromethamine, Tocopherol, Pullulan, Benzyl alcohol, Maltodextrin, Hydrolyzed vegetable protein, Glyceryl caprylate, Benzoic acid, Palmitoyl pentapeptide-4, Leucine, Lysine, Tryptophan, Isoleucine, Valine, Methionine, Arginine, Histidine, Threonine, Phenylalanine, Thiamine hcl, Niacinamide, Pyridoxine, Cyanocobalamin, Biotin, Sodium ascorbyl phosphate, Riboflavin, Beta-carotene, Sodium hyaluronate, Acetyl hydroxyproline, Arginine/lysine polypeptide
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Match % combines shared ingredients, the first five ingredients, shared actives and hero ingredients, irritancy (lower counts in the alternative's favour), texture and body area. Only products in the same routine step are compared.
| AHCAge Defense Real Eye Cream for FaceYOUR PRODUCT | ACWELLLicorice pH Balancing Intensive Eye Cream | NEOGEN X SUR.MEDICV.Biome Advanced Eye Cream | MediFlowerARONYX D-Panthenol Cica Repair Eye Cream | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 56% | 56% | 54% |
| Price | $46.27 | $17.33−$28.94 | $25.16−$21.11 | $7.90−$38.37 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 15 of 29 | 10 of 29 | 9 of 29 |
| Key difference | — | Niacinamide | Copper Tripeptide-1 | Niacinamide |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Medium | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | Contains drying alcohol | — | — | — |
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"AHC - Age Defense Real Eye Cream for Face" is a well-rounded moisturizing product. To work well, any moisturizer needs to include a combination of water-binding and emollient ingredients. AHC - Age Defense Real Eye Cream for Face ticks this box. Acetyl hydroxyproline, fructooligosaccharides, glycerin, histidine and hydrolyzed collagen in this product (humectants) attract water molecules to the upper layer of the skin (the water comes from the outside air or from the deeper layers of the skin if the air is dry). Acetyl hydroxyproline, cholesterol, hydrolyzed collagen, caprylic/capric triglyceride and dimethicone in this product help decrease the water evoporation from the skin, so that it stays hydrated for longer. These ingredients also soften the skin and take away the feeling of tightness and dryness.
We assess the overall irritancy of this moisturizer to be high. For a detailed overview of all potential irritants: click here
You can see the detailed formula review with the breakdown of all actives in the product and the full ingredient list with estimated concentrations in the tables below.
The product retails for 37.91A$ in Australia, for 61.30CA$ in Canada and for 35.00£ in the United Kingdom.
For a detailed price comparison: click here.
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 56 studies and safety reviews.
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