APIVITA

APIVITA Bee Radiant Age Defense Illuminating Eye Cream

Name: APIVITA - Bee Radiant Age Defense Illuminating Eye Cream
Brand: APIVITA

Efficacy66/100IrritancyMedium

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1 of 3 advertised claims delivered

Moisturizing

Isosorbide dicaprylate, Panthenol + 19 more

Strong evidence

What the product description says

“Part of the brand’s Bee Radiant range, the cream is enriched with the brand’s signature Greek Wild Rosehip aqueous infusion, offering antioxidant, anti-inflammatory and moisturising attributes.”

Source: Lookfantastic

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, sodium hyaluronate.

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, helianthus annuus seed oil.

The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: isosorbide dicaprylate, panthenol

TriheptanoinKey activeEffect: HighA synthetic triglyceride. Helps soften the upper layer of the skin~4.2–5.1%

Sodium pcaKey active· HumectantEffect: HighNaturally present in skin and helps to attract water to its upper layer~0.1–0.15%

Butyrospermum parkii butterKey active· Emollient, OcclusiveEffect: HighA 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~1.9–2.3%

GlycerinKey active· HumectantEffect: HighOne of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant~4.4–5.4%

Helianthus annuus seed oilKey active· Emollient, OcclusiveEffect: HighA great emollient due to its high linoleic acid content. One of the most effective plant oils in helping skin hydration and repairing skin barrier function~0.45–0.7%

Isosorbide dicaprylateHero· EmollientEffect: HighHelps soften the upper layer of the skin. Early studies suggest that it can help strengthen the skin barrier~2.2–2.7%

PanthenolHero· HumectantEffect: HighHelps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help improve skin barrier function~0.15–0.3%

Sodium hyaluronateKey active· HumectantEffect: HighOne of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin~0.3–0.6%

Cetyl palmitateKey active· EmollientEffect: MediumAn emollient that helps soften the skin and is used to improve product texture and stability~0.25–0.45%

Propolis extractKey activeEffect: MediumA complex substance produced by honey bees. Can have anti-bacterial and some anti-oxidant effect. Is an allergen and can be irritating~0.5–0.7%

Punica granatum seed oilKey active· EmollientEffect: MediumHelps soften the upper layer of the skin~0.5–0.75%

Olea europaea fruit oilKey active· EmollientEffect: MediumAn emollient that helps soften the skin but is not effective for restoring its barrier function. Might be helpful to calm down inflammation~0.3–0.6%

Capryloyl glycerin/sebacic acid copolymerKey activeEffect: MediumHelps soften the upper layer of the skin~1.1–1.4%

Cetearyl alcoholKey active· EmollientEffect: MediumA non-drying alcohol. Works as an emollient. Helps water and oil mix together and creates a nice product texture~0.55–0.8%

Diheptyl succinateKey active· EmollientEffect: MediumHelps to soften the upper layer of the skin and creates a nice product finish on the skin~0.7–1%

Glyceryl stearate citrate· EmollientEffect: LowHelps oil and water mix together while softening the upper layer of the skin~0.6–0.85%

Olus oil· EmollientEffect: LowAn oil from a mixture of different vegetables. Helps soften the upper layer of the skin~3.3–4%

Rosa damascena flower oilEffect: LowUsed as a fragrance. Can be irritating~0.3–0.6%

Hydroxypropyl cyclodextrin· EmollientEffect: LowUsed to stabilize product formulations and help soften the upper layer of the skin~0.35–0.6%

TocopherolEffect: Low, below effective dosePure 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~0.05–0.15%

Ascorbyl tetraisopalmitateEffect: Low, below effective doseA vitamin C derivative. Studies show that is might be effective in reducing hyperpigmentation, but there are no studies confirming that it is effectively converted into the bioavailable form of Vitamin C in skin. It is not clear how this derivative compares in effectiveness to the topical application of bioavailable form of vitamin C (L-ascorbic acid)~0.2–0.4%

Evens skin tone

Albizia julibrissin bark extract, Ascorbyl tetraisopalmitate

Limited evidence

What the product description says

“a natural blend of minerals enhances tone”

Source: Lookfantastic

This product contains ingredients (albizia julibrissin bark extract) that could help reduce hyperpigmentation (for example, post-acne marks or age spots) in theory, but there is not enough evidence that they actually work.

Albizia julibrissin bark extractEffect: LowA plant extract that might help to neutralize free radicals in skin. Is claimed to help reduce hyperpigmentation but evidence is missing~2.7–3.3%

Ascorbyl tetraisopalmitateUnder-dosedEffect: MediumA vitamin C derivative. Studies show that is might be effective in reducing hyperpigmentation, but there are no studies confirming that it is effectively converted into the bioavailable form of Vitamin C in skin. It is not clear how this derivative compares in effectiveness to the topical application of bioavailable form of vitamin C (L-ascorbic acid)~0.2–0.4%

Anti-aging

Butyrospermum parkii butter, Tocopherol + 1 more

Limited evidence

What the product description says

“Combat fine lines, wrinkles and signs of ageing with the Age Defense Illuminating Eye Cream from APIVITA; a rich-textured cream that revives skin’s radiance by combining anti-ageing action with the the smoothing of skin’s micro-relief.”

Source: Lookfantastic

This product does not contain ingredients that are able to reduce fine lines and wrinkles or help with skin elasticity, but it can improve the look of the skin temporarily through moisturization. Well-moisturized skin might also be able to repair the sun damage better.This ingredient - butyrospermum parkii butter - could be helpful for preventing or repairing signs of aging in theory, but there is no evidence that it actually works.

Butyrospermum parkii butterEffect: LowA 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~1.9–2.3%

Can it cause trouble?

Irritancy

2 strong irritants: Citrus aurantium dulcis callus culture extract, Rosa damascena flower oil

Medium risk

We flagged 14 ingredients with irritancy potential. Severity depends on your sensitivity threshold; the table lists the worst offenders first.

IngredientFunctionIrritationEst. amount

Albizia julibrissin bark extractA plant extract that might help to neutralize free radicals in skin. Is claimed to help reduce hyperpigmentation but evidence is missingHigh~2.7–3.3%est.

Citrus aurantium dulcis callus culture extract—High~0.5–0.7%est.

Propolis extractA complex substance produced by honey bees. Can have anti-bacterial and some anti-oxidant effect. Is an allergen and can be irritatingHigh~0.5–0.7%est.

Rosa damascena flower oilUsed as a fragrance. Can be irritatingHigh~0.3–0.6%est.

Sodium stearoyl glutamateHelps oil and water mix togetherMedium~0.5–0.8%est.

Olea europaea fruit oilAn emollient that helps soften the skin but is not effective for restoring its barrier function. Might be helpful to calm down inflammationMedium~0.3–0.6%est.

Hydroxypropyl cyclodextrinUsed to stabilize product formulations and help soften the upper layer of the skinMedium~0.35–0.6%est.

Sorbitan palmitateHelps water and oil mix together and stabilize the product formulationMedium~0.25–0.45%est.

Ascorbyl tetraisopalmitateA vitamin C derivative. Studies show that is might be effective in reducing hyperpigmentation, but there are no studies confirming that it is effectively converted into the bioavailable form of Vitamin C in skin. It is not clear how this derivative compares in effectiveness to the topical application of bioavailable form of vitamin C (L-ascorbic acid)Medium~0.2–0.4%est.

Tocopheryl acetateA more stable but less bio-available form of vitamin E compared to Tocopherol. Might help moisturize and protect the skin from free radicals, but mostly used in low concentrations to stabilize other ingredients.Medium~0.2–0.35%est.

MethylpropanediolHelps dissolve other ingredients in a formulationMedium~0.15–0.3%est.

EthylhexylglycerinA preservativeMedium~0.15–0.3%est.

Caprylhydroxamic acidA preservativeMedium~0.15–0.25%est.

Disodium edtaStabilizes the product formulationMedium~0.1–0.2%est.

Comedogenic

2 ingredients rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale

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These ingredients have a comedogenic rating of 2 or more on a 0–5 scale; the table shows each one's rating. In leave-on products they can clog pores in acne-prone skin.

IngredientFunctionRatingEst. amount

Butyrospermum parkii butterA 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 radicals3/5~1.9–2.3%est.

Cetearyl alcoholA non-drying alcohol. Works as an emollient. Helps water and oil mix together and creates a nice product texture2/5~0.55–0.8%est.

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Water~45–55%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Plain old water

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Glycerin~4.4–5.4%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant

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Triheptanoin~4.2–5.1%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

CleansingMoisturizing

A synthetic triglyceride. Helps soften the upper layer of the skin

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Olus oil~3.3–4%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

An oil from a mixture of different vegetables. Helps soften the upper layer of the skin

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Albizia julibrissin bark extract~2.7–3.3%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

Works for

Anti-oxidationEvens skin toneAnti-inflammatory

A plant extract that might help to neutralize free radicals in skin. Is claimed to help reduce hyperpigmentation but evidence is missing

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Isosorbide dicaprylate~2.2–2.7%

Hero · Moisturizing

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

Helps soften the upper layer of the skin. Early studies suggest that it can help strengthen the skin barrier

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Butyrospermum parkii butter~1.9–2.3%

Key activeComedogenic 3/5

Irritation risk: Low
Comedogenicity: 3/5

Works for

MoisturizingAnti-agingAnti-oxidation

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

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Palmitic/stearic triglyceride~1.6–2%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

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Water~1.4–1.7%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Plain old water

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Capryloyl glycerin/sebacic acid copolymer~1.1–1.4%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

Helps soften the upper layer of the skin

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Ci 77891~0.95–1.15%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

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Diheptyl succinate~0.7–1%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin and creates a nice product finish on the skin

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Glyceryl stearate citrate~0.6–0.85%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

CleansingMoisturizing

Helps oil and water mix together while softening the upper layer of the skin

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Sodium stearoyl glutamate~0.5–0.8%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Cleansing

Helps oil and water mix together

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Cetearyl alcohol~0.55–0.8%

Key activeComedogenic 2/5

Irritation risk: Low
Comedogenicity: 2/5

Works for

CleansingMoisturizing

A non-drying alcohol. Works as an emollient. Helps water and oil mix together and creates a nice product texture

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Citrus aurantium dulcis callus culture extract~0.5–0.7%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

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Propolis extract~0.5–0.7%

Key activeIrritant · high

Irritation risk: High

Works for

MoisturizingAnti-oxidationAntibacterial

A complex substance produced by honey bees. Can have anti-bacterial and some anti-oxidant effect. Is an allergen and can be irritating

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Punica granatum seed oil~0.5–0.75%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

Helps soften the upper layer of the skin

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Mel extract~0.45–0.7%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

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Helianthus annuus seed oil~0.45–0.7%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

A great emollient due to its high linoleic acid content. One of the most effective plant oils in helping skin hydration and repairing skin barrier function

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Rosa damascena flower oil~0.3–0.6%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

Works for

Moisturizing

Used as a fragrance. Can be irritating

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Sodium hyaluronate~0.3–0.6%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin

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Olea europaea fruit oil~0.3–0.6%

Key activeIrritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Moisturizing

An emollient that helps soften the skin but is not effective for restoring its barrier function. Might be helpful to calm down inflammation

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Hydroxypropyl cyclodextrin~0.35–0.6%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Moisturizing

Used to stabilize product formulations and help soften the upper layer of the skin

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Hydrogenated lecithin~0.3–0.55%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Cleansing

Helps 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.

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Cetyl palmitate~0.25–0.45%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

An emollient that helps soften the skin and is used to improve product texture and stability

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Xanthan gum~0.2–0.4%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Cleansing

Used to create a thicker product consistency

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Sorbitan palmitate~0.25–0.45%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Cleansing

Helps water and oil mix together and stabilize the product formulation

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Ascorbyl tetraisopalmitate~0.2–0.4%

Under-dosedIrritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Anti-oxidationAnti-agingEvens skin toneMoisturizing

A vitamin C derivative. Studies show that is might be effective in reducing hyperpigmentation, but there are no studies confirming that it is effectively converted into the bioavailable form of Vitamin C in skin. It is not clear how this derivative compares in effectiveness to the topical application of bioavailable form of vitamin C (L-ascorbic acid)

More about Ascorbyl tetraisopalmitate

Tocopheryl acetate~0.2–0.35%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Anti-oxidation

A more stable but less bio-available form of vitamin E compared to Tocopherol. Might help moisturize and protect the skin from free radicals, but mostly used in low concentrations to stabilize other ingredients.

More about Tocopheryl acetate

Panthenol~0.15–0.3%

Hero · Moisturizing

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Reduces rednessMoisturizingReduces irritation

Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help improve skin barrier function

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Mica~0.15–0.3%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Creates an illusion of smoother and more radiant skin tone. Adds shimmer to the skin by reflecting light

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Methylpropanediol~0.15–0.3%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Helps dissolve other ingredients in a formulation

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Citronellyl methylcrotonate~0.15–0.3%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

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Ethylhexylglycerin~0.15–0.3%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

A preservative

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Caprylhydroxamic acid~0.15–0.25%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

A preservative

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Cetyl hydroxyethylcellulose~0.15–0.25%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Used to create a thicker product consistency and stabilize formulations

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Disodium edta~0.1–0.2%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Stabilizes the product formulation

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Sodium pca~0.1–0.15%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

Naturally present in skin and helps to attract water to its upper layer

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Tocopherol~0.05–0.15%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Anti-oxidationMoisturizingAnti-inflammatoryAnti-aging

Pure 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

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Ci 77491~0.05–0.15%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

A red colorant made of iron oxide. Typically is not irritating

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Ingredient list view

Water, Glycerin, Triheptanoin, Olus oil, Albizia julibrissin bark extract, Isosorbide dicaprylate, Butyrospermum parkii butter, Palmitic/stearic triglyceride, Water, Capryloyl glycerin/sebacic acid copolymer, Ci 77891, Diheptyl succinate, Glyceryl stearate citrate, Sodium stearoyl glutamate, Cetearyl alcohol, Citrus aurantium dulcis callus culture extract, Propolis extract, Punica granatum seed oil, Mel extract, Helianthus annuus seed oil, Rosa damascena flower oil, Sodium hyaluronate, Olea europaea fruit oil, Hydroxypropyl cyclodextrin, Hydrogenated lecithin, Cetyl palmitate, Xanthan gum, Sorbitan palmitate, Ascorbyl tetraisopalmitate, Tocopheryl acetate, Panthenol, Mica, Methylpropanediol, Citronellyl methylcrotonate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Caprylhydroxamic acid, Cetyl hydroxyethylcellulose, Disodium edta, Sodium pca, Tocopherol, Ci 77491

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Product summary

"APIVITA - Bee Radiant Age Defense Illuminating Eye Cream" is a well-rounded moisturizing product. As we expect from a proper moisturizer, the formula includes a combo of effective humectants and emollients. These are the two different types of ingredients that are essential for improving the skin hydration and supporting a healthy skin barrier. Panthenol, glycerin, sodium hyaluronate, sodium pca and honey extract 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). Isosorbide dicaprylate, butyrospermum parkii butter, helianthus annuus seed oil, cetearyl alcohol and cetyl palmitate 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.

Irritation risk

There are some common irritants in this product, including ingredients that do not have benefits 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.