Augustinus Bader The Rich Eye Cream
Works for
2 of 2 advertised claims delivered
MoisturizingPalmitoyl tetrapeptide-7, Palmitoyl tripeptide-1 + 14 moreStrong evidence
“A rich eye cream that deeply nourishes, while visibly firming, de-puffing, and smoothing fine lines and wrinkles around the eye.”
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:
alanyl glutamine, 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, simmondsia chinensis seed oil.
The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: palmitoyl tetrapeptide-7, palmitoyl tripeptide-1
Anti-agingAlanyl glutamine, Palmitoyl tetrapeptide-7 + 4 moreModerate evidence
“A rich eye cream that deeply nourishes, while visibly firming, de-puffing, and smoothing fine lines and wrinkles around the eye.”
This product contains alanyl glutamine, palmitoyl tetrapeptide-7, palmitoyl tripeptide-1. These ingredients might be able to help reduce and prevent fine lines and wrinkles, improve skin elasticity and firmness, but there is not enough evidence that it actually works.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy13 flagged ingredientsMedium risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone 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 GlycerinCoco-caprylate/caprate~3.4–5.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin without creating a greasy texture
More about Coco-caprylate/caprateLimnanthes alba seed oil~2.6–3.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
This oil's cmposition is closest to rapeseed oil. It is a very stable oil and serves as an emoillient
More about Limnanthes alba seed oil1,2-hexanediol~1.1–1.6%
Simmondsia chinensis seed oil~1.7–2.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Softens the upper layer of skin and helps restore the healthy skin barrier. Has shown to help calm down inflammation in skin. It is a stable oil, meaning that it retains its properties even when exposed to air.
More about Simmondsia chinensis seed oilTapioca starch~1.3–2%
Polyglyceryl-4 oleate~1.2–1.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Polyglyceryl-4 oleatePolyglyceryl-6 oleate~0.95–1.4%
Magnesium sulfate~0.55–1.3%
Polyhydroxystearic acid~0.35–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to create a thicker product consistency and stabilize the formulation
More about Polyhydroxystearic acidSesamum indicum seed oil~0.2–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A good moisturizing plant oil. Due to the high linoleic acid content, it helps soften the upper layer of the skin, reduce water loss and support skin barrier function
More about Sesamum indicum seed oilPropanediol~0.15–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Acts as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin
More about PropanediolOlea europaea leaf extract~0.1–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that might have some anti-oxidant and anti-inflammatory properties but evidence for effectiveness in skin is missing
More about Olea europaea leaf extractSodium citrate~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps to control the skin's pH level. Maintains the skin's natural film of amino-lactic acids and oils. Helps to preserve products
More about Sodium citrateSodium hyaluronate~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Sodium hyaluronateO-cymen-5-ol~0.05–0.1%
Citric acid~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidHydrolyzed rice protein~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Might have some anti-oxidant properties
More about Hydrolyzed rice proteinMaltodextrin~0.1–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to stabilize the product formulation and can help absorb oil
More about MaltodextrinGanoderma lucidum stem extract~0.05–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Sodium lactate~0.05–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Is often used to adjust the pH level of the product
More about Sodium lactateXanthan gum~0.05–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumGentiana lutea root extract~0.05–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that can help strengthen the skin barrier function and improve skin moisture levels
More about Gentiana lutea root extractCamellia sinensis leaf extract~0.05–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Can contain potent anti-oxidant compounds (abbreviated ECG, GCG, EGC, and EGCG) that might help protect the skin from free radicals. Can help calm down inflammation and has some anti-bacterial properties. Unfortunately, these antioxidants are unstable and lose their effectiveness very quickly in products. The concentration of the antioxidant compounds in the extract also tends to be low to be effective in topical formulation
More about Camellia sinensis leaf extractHydrogenated lecithin~0.05–0.15%
- 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 lecithinTocopheryl acetate~0.05–0.15%
- 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 acetateTocopherol~0.05–0.2%
- 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 TocopherolCyamopsis tetragonoloba gum~0.05–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Alanyl glutamine~0.05–0.2%
- 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 Alanyl glutamineArginine~0.05–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An 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 ArginineOligopeptide-177~0.05–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Phenylalanine~0.05–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Potassium sorbate~0.05–0.15%
Sisymbrium irio seed oil~0.05–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A plant oil that helps soften the upper layer of the skin. Could help reduce inflammation due to high content of linolenic acid
More about Sisymbrium irio seed oilSodium chloride~0.05–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to stabilize mixtures of oil and water, and create thicker, gel-like product textures
More about Sodium chloridePalmitoyl tripeptide-1~0.05–0.15%
- 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 Palmitoyl tripeptide-1Palmitoyl tetrapeptide-7~0.05–0.15%
- 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 Palmitoyl tetrapeptide-7Ingredient list view
Water, Glycerin, Coco-caprylate/caprate, Limnanthes alba seed oil, 1,2-hexanediol, Simmondsia chinensis seed oil, Tapioca starch, Polyglyceryl-4 oleate, Polyglyceryl-6 oleate, Magnesium sulfate, Polyhydroxystearic acid, Sesamum indicum seed oil, Propanediol, Olea europaea leaf extract, Sodium citrate, Sodium hyaluronate, O-cymen-5-ol, Citric acid, Hydrolyzed rice protein, Maltodextrin, Ganoderma lucidum stem extract, Sodium lactate, Xanthan gum, Gentiana lutea root extract, Camellia sinensis leaf extract, Hydrogenated lecithin, Tocopheryl acetate, Tocopherol, Cyamopsis tetragonoloba gum, Alanyl glutamine, Arginine, Oligopeptide-177, Phenylalanine, Potassium sorbate, Sisymbrium irio seed oil, Sodium chloride, Palmitoyl tripeptide-1, Palmitoyl tetrapeptide-7
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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.
| Augustinus BaderThe Rich Eye CreamYOUR PRODUCT | CeraVeEye Cream for Wrinkles | Under Eye Cream with Caffeine, Peptides, Hyaluronic Acid, Niacinamide, and Ceramides for Fine Lines | Fragrance Free & Ophthalmologist Tested |0.5 Ounces | RoC SkincareMulti Correxion Hydrate + Plump Eye Cream | GatineauMelatogenine MorphoBiotique Eye Cream | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 58% | 57% | 57% |
| Price | $206.72 | $15.12−$191.60 | $29.96−$176.76 | $76.20−$130.52 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 5 of 11 | 4 of 11 | 4 of 11 |
| Key difference | — | Niacinamide | Copper Gluconate | Castanea Sativa Seed Extract |
| Irritancy | Medium | Low | Low | Low |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 19 studies and safety reviews.
- 1
- 2Safety Assessment of Alkyl Esters as Used in Cosmeticscir-safety.org
- 3
- 4Safety Assessment of Magnesium Sulfate as Used in Cosmeticsncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 5
- 6Triglyceride composition of Sesamum indicum seed oilonlinelibrary.wiley.com
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