Works for
2 of 2 advertised claims delivered
Anti-aging3 ingredients credited for this claimStrong support
“This luxurious eye cream is full of nutrients from the added benefits of fermented black ginseng that helps smooth signs of lines and wrinkles, while calming puffiness and dark circles.”
This product can help reduce and prevent fine lines and wrinkles, improve skin elasticity and firmness because it contains adenosine, niacinamide.
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.
Moisturizing25 ingredients credited for this claimStrong support
“Infused with Thymus Vulgaris Extract and Angelica Gigas Root Extract to revitalize skin and provide deep hydration. Dermatologically tested.”
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:
betaine, glycerin.
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: copernicia cerifera wax, dimethiconol.
The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: niacinamide
Evens skin toneNot advertised by the brand · 1 ingredient credited for this claimStrong support
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.
Anti-oxidationNot advertised by the brand · 7 ingredients credited for this claimModerate support
This product contains antioxidants (cornus officinalis fruit 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?
Irritancy3 strong irritants: Thymus vulgaris extract, Parfum + 1 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
Comedogenic7 ingredients rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale7 flagged
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Ingredients
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Panax ginseng root extract~22–34%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that might have some anti-inflammatory properties, but solid evidence is lacking. It can be irritating
More about Panax ginseng root extractHoney~3.8–5.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the skin and might have some anti-bacterial properties. Can be an allergen
More about HoneyNiacinamide~4.4–6.5%
- 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 NiacinamideWater~3.3–5%
Butylene glycol~2.4–3.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used 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 glycolGlycerin~1.7–2.6%
- 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 GlycerinBetaine~1.1–1.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improves the product texture
More about BetaineDiisostearyl malate~1.1–1.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Diisostearyl malatePeg-100 stearate~0.8–1.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps oil and water mix togehter and creates a nice product texture
More about Peg-100 stearateGlyceryl stearate~0.45–1.05%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that softens the skin and forms a protective layer on its surface. Helps water and oil mix together
More about Glyceryl stearatePentaerythrityl tetraisostearate~0.4–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Pentaerythrityl tetraisostearateSqualane~0.3–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An 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 SqualaneCetearyl alcohol~0.35–0.8%
- 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 alcoholVinyl dimethicone~0.15–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of silicone that helps to create a nice product texture and soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Vinyl dimethiconeNiacinamide~0.1–0.35%
- 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 NiacinamideMyristyl myristate~0.15–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
An emollient. Is not recommended for acne-prone skin as it can be comedogenic
More about Myristyl myristatePeg-40 stearate~0.1–0.4%
Hydrogenated polydecene~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin and create a nice product texture
More about Hydrogenated polydeceneDipentaerythrityl hexahydroxystearate/hexastearate/hexarosinate~0.05–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Vinyl dimethicone~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of silicone that helps to create a nice product texture and soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Vinyl dimethiconeDimethiconol~0.1–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A silicone that makes products more spreadable and keeps skin smooth. Helps to add gloss to skin and may visually fill in fine lines/wrinkles for short time
More about Dimethiconol1,2-hexanediol~0.05–0.15%
Behenyl alcohol~0.05–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Non-drying alcohol that helps water and oil mix together. Also serves as an emollient
More about Behenyl alcoholPolyacrylate-13~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency and stabilize the product formulation
More about Polyacrylate-13Hydrogenated polyisobutene~0.05–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to improve the product consistency and soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Hydrogenated polyisobutenePolyglyceryl-10 laurate~0.05–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps water and oil mix together
More about Polyglyceryl-10 laurateEthylhexyl palmitate~0.05–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
An emollient that helps soften the skin and create a nice product texture
More about Ethylhexyl palmitateWater~0.01–0.1%
Sorbitan isostearate~0.05–0.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Sorbitan isostearateCopernicia cerifera wax~0.1–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin and create a nice product consistency
More about Copernicia cerifera waxBehenyl alcohol~0.05–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Non-drying alcohol that helps water and oil mix together. Also serves as an emollient
More about Behenyl alcoholCetearyl alcohol~0.1–0.3%
- 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 alcoholHydrogenated lecithin~0.05–0.1%
- 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 lecithinGlyceryl stearate se~0.05–0.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 2/5
Used to stabilize the product formulations and works as an emollient
More about Glyceryl stearate seCholesterol~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that is naturally found in skin
More about CholesterolCeramide np~0.05–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A 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 npHydroxyethyl acrylate/sodium acryloyldimethyl taurate copolymer~0.05–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A gelling agent that thickens the product consistency and leaves the skin with a velvety finish
More about Hydroxyethyl acrylate/sodium acryloyldimethyl taurate copolymerWater~0.05–0.15%
Sorbitan isostearate~0.05–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Sorbitan isostearateHydroxyacetophenone~0.05–0.15%
Water~0.05–0.15%
Methylpropanediol~0.05–0.15%
Velvet extract~0.01–0.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Angelica gigas root extract~0.05–0.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Cornus officinalis fruit extract~0.05–0.1%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that contains anti-oxidants. It might help to neutralize free radicals in skin. Can be used to help preserve the product formulation
More about Cornus officinalis fruit extractThymus vulgaris extract~0.01–0.05%
- Irritation risk
- High
Sodium stearoyl glutamate~0.05–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Sodium stearoyl glutamateParfum~0.01–0.1%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumEthylhexylglycerin~0.05–0.15%
Tocopherol~0.05–0.15%
- 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 TocopherolMelia azadirachta flower extract~0.05–0.1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that might be helpful to neutralize free radicals in skin
More about Melia azadirachta flower extractMelia azadirachta leaf extract~0.05–0.1%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that has anti-bacterial properties. Can be used to preserve the product. Can be irritating
More about Melia azadirachta leaf extractOcimum sanctum leaf extract~0.05–0.1%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that is rich in a fragrance compound eugenol that is a frequent allergen and can be irritating. It might also contain anti-oxidants to help neutralize free radicals
More about Ocimum sanctum leaf extractCurcuma longa root extract~0.01–0.1%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that can contain an active compound curcumin, that may have some anti-inflammatory properties when applied to the skin, but solid research is lacking and the typical concentration used in skincare products is too low. Can be an irritant
More about Curcuma longa root extractCorallina officinalis extract~0.05–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Red algae extract that helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and might contain antioxidants
More about Corallina officinalis extractWater~0.05–0.1%
Adenosine~0.05–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Might 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 AdenosineDisodium edta~0.05–0.2%
Dextrin~0.05–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A sugar that is used to stabilize the product formulation. Can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about DextrinTheobroma cacao seed extract~0.05–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Water~0.05–0.25%
Butylene glycol~0.05–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used 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 glycol1,2-hexanediol~0.05–0.15%
Codonopsis lanceolata root extract~0.05–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Butylene glycol~0.05–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used 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 glycolWater~0.05–0.15%
Royal jelly extract~0.01–0.05%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A compound secreted by bees. Might be able to attract water to the top layer of the skin. Avoid if sensitive to honey and bee products
More about Royal jelly extractGold~0.01–0.05%
Ingredient list view
Panax ginseng root extract, Unknown, Honey, Unknown, Niacinamide, Water, Butylene glycol, Glycerin, Betaine, Diisostearyl malate, Peg-100 stearate, Glyceryl stearate, Pentaerythrityl tetraisostearate, Squalane, Cetearyl alcohol, Vinyl dimethicone, Niacinamide, Myristyl myristate, Peg-40 stearate, Hydrogenated polydecene, Dipentaerythrityl hexahydroxystearate/hexastearate/hexarosinate, Vinyl dimethicone, Dimethiconol, 1,2-hexanediol, Behenyl alcohol, Polyacrylate-13, Hydrogenated polyisobutene, Polyglyceryl-10 laurate, Ethylhexyl palmitate, Water, Sorbitan isostearate, Copernicia cerifera wax, Behenyl alcohol, Cetearyl alcohol, Hydrogenated lecithin, Glyceryl stearate se, Cholesterol, Ceramide np, Hydroxyethyl acrylate/sodium acryloyldimethyl taurate copolymer, Water, Sorbitan isostearate, Hydroxyacetophenone, Water, Methylpropanediol, Velvet extract, Angelica gigas root extract, Cornus officinalis fruit extract, Thymus vulgaris extract, Sodium stearoyl glutamate, Parfum, Ethylhexylglycerin, Tocopherol, Melia azadirachta flower extract, Melia azadirachta leaf extract, Ocimum sanctum leaf extract, Curcuma longa root extract, Corallina officinalis extract, Water, Adenosine, Disodium edta, Dextrin, Theobroma cacao seed extract, Water, Butylene glycol, 1,2-hexanediol, Codonopsis lanceolata root extract, Butylene glycol, Water, Royal jelly extract, Gold
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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.
| CHOGONGJINGeumsul Eye CreamYOUR PRODUCT | LABIOTTEPremium Collagen Full Up Eye Cream | PEACH & LILYPure Peach Retinoic Eye Cream | Farm StayCeramide Age Corrector Eye Cream | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 91% | 89% | 89% |
| Price | $50.00 | $30.72−$19.28 | $42.00−$8.00 | $10.20−$39.80 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 8 of 14 | 7 of 14 | 6 of 14 |
| Key difference | — | Copper Tripeptide-1 | Acetyl Octapeptide-3 | Mineral Oil |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Medium | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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Product summary
Based on the ingredients included, "CHOGONGJIN - Geumsul Eye Cream" works well for moisturizing the skin. This moisturizer uses a good combo of humectants and emollients. These both types of ingredients are essentials for improving the skin hydration and keeping the skin barrier healthy. Betaine, glycerin, honey, royal jelly extract and butylene glycol 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). Emollients in this formulation (cholesterol, vinyl dimethicone, copernicia cerifera wax, dimethiconol and squalane) help to reduce the moisture loss from the skin. They also soften the skin surface and relieve the feeling of dryness and tightness.
Ingredient callouts
- We love that this moisturizer contains a good concentration of niacinamide 4.40% - 6.50%. Niacinamide is a perfect active in a moistruizer because it helps calm down inflamation in skin and support the skin barrier. More than that, it is helpful for most common skin concerns: it helps regulat oil production, help reduce acne and clogged pores, improve skin tone and prevent pigmentation marks. It also helps fight photodamage.
- As a plus, this moisturizer also contains Ceramides (ceramide np 0.05% - 0.25%). Ceramides are a type of lipids that our skin produces itself. They are a building block of the skin's barrier. Ceramides used in skincare are synthetic or extracted from plants. They work well for softening the skin surface and "patch holes" in the skin's barrier.
- Adenosine 0.05% - 0.15%. It is a chemical present inside our skin cells. A clinical trial confirmed that topical application of Adenosine in a low concentration can reduce dynamic wrinkles (these are the wrinkles that appear with age in a places where our mimic is the most active, for example, in the corners of the eyes or on the forehead).
Irritation risk
This moisturizer contains some common irritants, including those without a benefit for the skin. 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.
Price
The product retails for 50.00$ in the United States and for 57.70CA$ in Canada.
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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.
- 1Ginseng in Dermatology: A Reviewncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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