APIVITA Express Dark Circles & Signs of Fatigue Recovery Eye Mask - Ginkgo
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MoisturizingPanthenol, Cetearyl alcohol + 12 moreWorks well
“Penetrating skin with the fatigue-fighting properties of Gingko Biloba (the oldest tree in the world, also known as the “memory plant”) the eye mask works to minimise the appearance of dark circles and puffiness combined with a splash of hydration from moisturising ingredients Cucumber and Hyaluronic Acid.”
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: caprylic/capric triglyceride, helianthus annuus seed oil.
The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: panthenol
Anti-agingDipalmitoyl hydroxyproline, TocopherolNot delivered
“Revive dull, tired eyes with the Dark Circles & Signs of Fatigue Recovery Express Eye Mask from APIVITA ; a rejuvenating eye mask powered by an antioxidant-packed, anti-ageing Greek mountain tea infusion combined with a blend of natural, skin-benefiting ingredients.”
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 - dipalmitoyl hydroxyproline - could be helpful for preventing or repairing signs of aging in theory, but there is no evidence that it actually works.
This ingredient ginkgo biloba leaf extract might be able to help neutralize free radicals in skin and help it fight off some of the sun damage.
Anti-oxidationSide benefit · Ginkgo biloba leaf extract, Dipalmitoyl hydroxyproline + 7 moreMay help
This product contains antioxidants (ginkgo biloba leaf extract) 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.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy15 flagged ingredientsMedium risk
Comedogenic1 ingredient rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale1 flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~45–55%
Cetearyl alcohol~5–6.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 2/5
A non-drying alcohol. Works as an emollient. Helps water and oil mix together and creates a nice product texture
More about Cetearyl alcoholCaprylic/capric triglyceride~4.5–5.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A 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 triglyceridePropanediol~3.1–3.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Acts as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin
More about PropanediolPolymethyl methacrylate~2.4–2.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Is used to enhance product texture and can help to optically mask skin imperfections
More about Polymethyl methacrylatePropanediol dicaprylate~2.1–2.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Ethylene/acrylic acid copolymer~1.6–1.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Capryloyl glycerin/sebacic acid copolymer~1.5–1.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Capryloyl glycerin/sebacic acid copolymerDipalmitoyl hydroxyproline~1.1–1.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Is claimed to stimulate collagen and elastin production, as well as work as an anti-oxidant. There is however not enough evidence for its effectiveness
More about Dipalmitoyl hydroxyprolineCetearyl glucoside~0.95–1.15%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps water and oil in the product mix well together and improves product texture
More about Cetearyl glucosideGinkgo biloba leaf extract~0.65–1%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that might help neutralize free radicals and reduce inflammation in skin. It can be irritating
More about Ginkgo biloba leaf extractChamomilla recutita flower extract~0.55–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- High
Plant extract that can have healing and anti-inflammatory properties. It is a potential allergen and can be irritating
More about Chamomilla recutita flower extractTocopherol~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
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
More about TocopherolGlycerin~0.5–0.75%
- 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 GlycerinMagnolia officinalis bark extract~0.4–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Cucumis sativus fruit extract~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Might be somewhat helpful in reducing hyperpigmentation and neutralizing free radicals but its typical concentration in a product is too low for having an effect
More about Cucumis sativus fruit extractDiheptyl succinate~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin and creates a nice product finish on the skin
More about Diheptyl succinateWater~0.35–0.6%
Hydroxyacetophenone~0.3–0.6%
Hydroxypropyl cyclodextrin~0.35–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to stabilize product formulations and help soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Hydroxypropyl cyclodextrinTocopheryl acetate~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
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 acetatePanthenol~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help improve skin barrier function
More about PanthenolCitronellyl methylcrotonate~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Caffeine~0.25–0.45%
- 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 CaffeineEscin~0.25–0.45%
- 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 EscinSideritis perfoliata flower/leaf/stem extract~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Sodium hyaluronate~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Sodium hyaluronateSideritis scardica flower/leaf/stem extract~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Propolis extract~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
A complex substance produced by honey bees. Can have anti-bacterial and some anti-oxidant effect. Is an allergen and can be irritating
More about Propolis extractHydrogenated lecithin~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
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.
More about Hydrogenated lecithinSideritis raeseri flower/leaf/stem extract~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Ethylhexylglycerin~0.25–0.45%
Disodium edta~0.2–0.4%
Xanthan gum~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumSodium hydroxide~0.2–0.4%
Bisabolol~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An 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 BisabololPentylene glycol~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to preserve products, dissolve other ingredients and create a nice product texture
More about Pentylene glycolHelianthus annuus seed oil~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
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
More about Helianthus annuus seed oilBenzyl alcohol~0.1–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- High
A preservative. Can be used to mask unpleasant smell. Can be irritating
More about Benzyl alcoholTitanium dioxide~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Works as a UV filter when used in high concentrations. It is photostable and is effective mostly against the UVB light, with some protection in the UVA range. In small concentrations, used for its ability to improve the color of cosmetic products. Is usually well tolerated by the skin
More about Titanium dioxideIngredient list view
Water, Cetearyl alcohol, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Propanediol, Polymethyl methacrylate, Propanediol dicaprylate, Ethylene/acrylic acid copolymer, Capryloyl glycerin/sebacic acid copolymer, Dipalmitoyl hydroxyproline, Cetearyl glucoside, Ginkgo biloba leaf extract, Chamomilla recutita flower extract, Tocopherol, Glycerin, Magnolia officinalis bark extract, Cucumis sativus fruit extract, Diheptyl succinate, Water, Hydroxyacetophenone, Hydroxypropyl cyclodextrin, Tocopheryl acetate, Panthenol, Citronellyl methylcrotonate, Caffeine, Escin, Sideritis perfoliata flower/leaf/stem extract, Sodium hyaluronate, Sideritis scardica flower/leaf/stem extract, Propolis extract, Hydrogenated lecithin, Sideritis raeseri flower/leaf/stem extract, Ethylhexylglycerin, Disodium edta, Xanthan gum, Sodium hydroxide, Bisabolol, Pentylene glycol, Helianthus annuus seed oil, Benzyl alcohol, Titanium dioxide
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Worth comparing, line by line.
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.
| APIVITAExpress Dark Circles & Signs of Fatigue Recovery Eye Mask - GinkgoYOUR PRODUCT | Goldfaden MDRadiance Whip | MesoesteticHydra-Vital Face Mask | VT CosmeticsPro Cica Centella Asiatica Tiger Cream Mask | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 49% | 48% | 48% |
| Price | — | $37.77 | $48.04 | $36.48 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 6 of 10 | 6 of 10 | 5 of 10 |
| Key difference | — | Vitamin B12 (Synthetic) | Agran Oil | Madecassoside |
| Irritancy | Medium | Low | Medium | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 15 studies and safety reviews.
- 1
- 2Cosmeceutical Critique: Ginkgo Bilobamdedge.com
- 3Vitamin E in dermatologyncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 4Vitamin E and Skin Healthlpi.oregonstate.edu
- 5
- 6Skin moisturizing effects of panthenol-based formulationspdfs.semanticscholar.org
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