Clinique

Clinique Mens Super Energizer Anti-Fatigue Depuffing Eye Gel

Name: Clinique - Mens Super Energizer Anti-Fatigue Depuffing Eye Gel
Brand: Clinique

Efficacy100/100IrritancyHigh

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1 of 1 advertised claim delivered

Moisturizing

13 ingredients credited for this claim

Strong support

What the product description says

“The lightweight gel texture absorbs quickly, delivering refreshing hydration to the delicate under-eye area without feeling heavy or greasy.”

Source: Allbeauty

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: biosaccharide gum-1, 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: linolenic acid, c13-14 isoparaffin.

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

Biosaccharide gum-1Key active· HumectantEffect: HighHelps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and is claimed to provide a longer-lasting hydration because of its ability to create a water-binding film on the surface of the skin~0.15–0.3%

HydroxyprolineKey activeEffect: HighIs helpful in restoring skin barrier function supporting its moisture levels. Is claimed to stimulte collagen production in skin but evidence is lacking~0.3–0.55%

Linoleic acidHero· EmollientEffect: HighAn excellent emollient. Helps soften the skin, restore its barrier function, and can help to calm down inflammation. It can be helpful to prevent blemishes and clogged pores~0.55–0.8%

Linolenic acidKey active· EmollientEffect: HighAn emollient that helps soften the skin and calm down inflammation~0.6–0.85%

PanthenolHero· HumectantEffect: HighHelps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help improve skin barrier function~0.95–1.15%

Sodium hyaluronateKey active· HumectantEffect: HighOne of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin~0.65–1%

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~4.1–5%

GlycineKey active· HumectantEffect: HighHelps to attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help restore the skin barrier function~0.35–0.65%

ProlineKey activeEffect: Medium~0.3–0.55%

Caprylyl glycol· Humectant, EmollientEffect: LowHelps preserve products and creates a nice product texture~0.25–0.5%

Butylene glycol· HumectantEffect: LowUsed 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~6.7–8.2%

C13-14 isoparaffin· EmollientEffect: LowHelps soften the upper layer of the skin, dissolve other ingredients and create a thicker product consistency~0.25–0.5%

Yeast extractUnder-dosedEffect: HighHelps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and might have some anti-oxidant and skin lightening properties. It can help calm down inflammation in skin~0.45–0.65%

Anti-oxidation

Not advertised by the brand · 8 ingredients credited for this claim

Strong support

This product contains antioxidants (ethylbisiminomethylguaiacol manganese chloride, vitis vinifera seed extract) that can help neutralize free radicals in skin. By doing so, they can lessen the damage the skin gets from the UV light (sun).

Ethylbisiminomethylguaiacol manganese chlorideKey activeEffect: HighA potent anti-oxidant that can help neutralize free radicals in skin and protect from harmful effects of sun exposure, even though more studies are needed to confirm its effectiveness in topical applications~0.25–0.45%

Vitis vinifera seed extractKey activeEffect: HighA plant extract that contains resveratrol and other anti-oxidant compounds that can help neutralize free radicals, reduce inflammation in skin and even out its tone. Can be also used to stabilize the product formulation~1.4–1.7%

Rosmarinus officinalis leaf extractEffect: LowCan be helpful in reducing inflammation in skin, including inflamed acne. It can be irritating~1.4–1.7%

CaffeineEffect: LowMight be helpful in neutralizing free radicals. Can have a dehydration effect that might somewhat decrease the look of puffy eyes~3.1–3.8%

Punica granatum fruit juiceEffect: LowA fruit juice. Might have some anti-oxidant properties but is unlikely to have any benefit when used in skincare~1.1–1.4%

Citrus reticulata peel extractEffect: LowA likely irritant. Might have some anti-oxidant activity, but is mostly used as a fragrance in cosmetic products~1.9–2.3%

Yeast extractUnder-dosedEffect: MediumHelps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and might have some anti-oxidant and skin lightening properties. It can help calm down inflammation in skin~0.45–0.65%

Polygonum cuspidatum root extractEffect: Low, below effective doseA plant extract that can contain resveratrol, an antioxidant that can help neutralize free radicals in skin. The effectiveness depends on the extract quality and concentration in the product~2.3–2.8%

Anti-aging

Not advertised by the brand · 2 ingredients credited for this claim

Moderate support

This product contains vitis vinifera seed extract. This ingredient 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.

Vitis vinifera seed extractKey activeEffect: MediumA plant extract that contains resveratrol and other anti-oxidant compounds that can help neutralize free radicals, reduce inflammation in skin and even out its tone. Can be also used to stabilize the product formulation~1.4–1.7%

HydroxyprolineEffect: LowIs helpful in restoring skin barrier function supporting its moisture levels. Is claimed to stimulte collagen production in skin but evidence is lacking~0.3–0.55%

Can it cause trouble?

Irritancy

3 strong irritants: Citrus reticulata peel extract, Rosmarinus officinalis leaf extract + 1 more — patch-test recommended

High risk

We flagged 15 ingredients with irritancy potential. Severity depends on your sensitivity threshold; the table lists the worst offenders first.

IngredientFunctionIrritationEst. amount

Citrus reticulata peel extractA likely irritant. Might have some anti-oxidant activity, but is mostly used as a fragrance in cosmetic productsHigh~1.9–2.3%est.

Rosmarinus officinalis leaf extractCan be helpful in reducing inflammation in skin, including inflamed acne. It can be irritatingHigh~1.4–1.7%est.

Humulus lupulus extractHops extract. Can contain common irritants and allergens geraniol, limonene, linaloolHigh~0.55–0.8%est.

CaffeineMight be helpful in neutralizing free radicals. Can have a dehydration effect that might somewhat decrease the look of puffy eyesMedium~3.1–3.8%est.

Polygonum cuspidatum root extractA plant extract that can contain resveratrol, an antioxidant that can help neutralize free radicals in skin. The effectiveness depends on the extract quality and concentration in the productMedium~2.3–2.8%est.

Punica granatum fruit juiceA fruit juice. Might have some anti-oxidant properties but is unlikely to have any benefit when used in skincareMedium~1.1–1.4%est.

Linolenic acidAn emollient that helps soften the skin and calm down inflammationMedium~0.6–0.85%est.

Nordihydroguaiaretic acidUsed to stabilize the formula of product formulation. Might be helpful in neutralizing free radicals in skinMedium~0.4–0.6%est.

Acrylates copolymerUsed to stabilize product formulation, help create an even product layer over skin (for example, in sunscreen) and create a thicker product consistencyMedium~0.3–0.55%est.

Ethylbisiminomethylguaiacol manganese chlorideA potent anti-oxidant that can help neutralize free radicals in skin and protect from harmful effects of sun exposure, even though more studies are needed to confirm its effectiveness in topical applicationsMedium~0.25–0.45%est.

Caprylyl glycolHelps preserve products and creates a nice product textureMedium~0.25–0.5%est.

PolyacrylamideUsed to improve product texture and help oil and water mix togetherMedium~0.25–0.45%est.

Hexylene glycolHelps create a more spreadable product textureMedium~0.2–0.35%est.

Laureth-7Helps oil and water mix togetherMedium~0.2–0.4%est.

Disodium edtaStabilizes the product formulationMedium~0.1–0.25%est.

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Ingredients

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Water~45–55%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Plain old water

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Butylene glycol~6.7–8.2%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

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

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Glycerin~4.1–5%

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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Caffeine~3.1–3.8%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

De-puffingAnti-oxidation

Might be helpful in neutralizing free radicals. Can have a dehydration effect that might somewhat decrease the look of puffy eyes

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Polygonum cuspidatum root extract~2.3–2.8%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Anti-oxidation

A plant extract that can contain resveratrol, an antioxidant that can help neutralize free radicals in skin. The effectiveness depends on the extract quality and concentration in the product

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Citrus reticulata peel extract~1.9–2.3%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

Works for

Anti-oxidation

A likely irritant. Might have some anti-oxidant activity, but is mostly used as a fragrance in cosmetic products

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Rosmarinus officinalis leaf extract~1.4–1.7%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

Works for

Anti-blemishAnti-oxidationAntibacterial

Can be helpful in reducing inflammation in skin, including inflamed acne. It can be irritating

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Vitis vinifera seed extract~1.4–1.7%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Anti-oxidationAnti-inflammatoryAnti-agingAntibacterial

A plant extract that contains resveratrol and other anti-oxidant compounds that can help neutralize free radicals, reduce inflammation in skin and even out its tone. Can be also used to stabilize the product formulation

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Punica granatum fruit juice~1.1–1.4%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Anti-oxidation

A fruit juice. Might have some anti-oxidant properties but is unlikely to have any benefit when used in skincare

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Panthenol~0.95–1.15%

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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Sodium hyaluronate~0.65–1%

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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Humulus lupulus extract~0.55–0.8%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

Hops extract. Can contain common irritants and allergens geraniol, limonene, linalool

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Linolenic acid~0.6–0.85%

Key activeIrritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

MoisturizingCleansingReduces irritationAnti-inflammatory

An emollient that helps soften the skin and calm down inflammation

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Yeast extract~0.45–0.65%

Under-dosed

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

MoisturizingReduces irritationAnti-inflammatoryAnti-oxidationEvens skin tone

Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and might have some anti-oxidant and skin lightening properties. It can help calm down inflammation in skin

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Linoleic acid~0.55–0.8%

Hero · Moisturizing

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

MoisturizingCleansingAnti-blemish

An excellent emollient. Helps soften the skin, restore its barrier function, and can help to calm down inflammation. It can be helpful to prevent blemishes and clogged pores

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Glycine~0.35–0.65%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

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

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Nordihydroguaiaretic acid~0.4–0.6%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Used to stabilize the formula of product formulation. Might be helpful in neutralizing free radicals in skin

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Hydroxyproline~0.3–0.55%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

MoisturizingCleansingAnti-aging

Is helpful in restoring skin barrier function supporting its moisture levels. Is claimed to stimulte collagen production in skin but evidence is lacking

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Proline~0.3–0.55%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

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Acrylates copolymer~0.3–0.55%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Used to stabilize product formulation, help create an even product layer over skin (for example, in sunscreen) and create a thicker product consistency

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Ethylbisiminomethylguaiacol manganese chloride~0.25–0.45%

Key activeIrritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Anti-oxidation

A potent anti-oxidant that can help neutralize free radicals in skin and protect from harmful effects of sun exposure, even though more studies are needed to confirm its effectiveness in topical applications

More about Ethylbisiminomethylguaiacol manganese chloride

Carbomer~0.25–0.45%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Cleansing

Helps create a thicker or gel-like product texture. It is not a surfactant but can be used in gentle cleansing formulations

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Caprylyl glycol~0.25–0.5%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Moisturizing

Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture

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Polyacrylamide~0.25–0.45%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Used to improve product texture and help oil and water mix together

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C13-14 isoparaffin~0.25–0.5%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

Helps soften the upper layer of the skin, dissolve other ingredients and create a thicker product consistency

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Hexylene glycol~0.2–0.35%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Cleansing

Helps create a more spreadable product texture

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Laureth-7~0.2–0.4%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Cleansing

Helps oil and water mix together

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Biosaccharide gum-1~0.15–0.3%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and is claimed to provide a longer-lasting hydration because of its ability to create a water-binding film on the surface of the skin

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Xanthan gum~0.15–0.3%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Cleansing

Used to create a thicker product consistency

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Disodium edta~0.1–0.25%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Stabilizes the product formulation

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Phenoxyethanol~0.15–0.25%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products

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Mica~0.1–0.2%

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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Titanium dioxide~0.1–0.15%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Sun protection

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

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Ingredient list view

Water, Butylene glycol, Glycerin, Caffeine, Polygonum cuspidatum root extract, Citrus reticulata peel extract, Rosmarinus officinalis leaf extract, Vitis vinifera seed extract, Punica granatum fruit juice, Panthenol, Sodium hyaluronate, Humulus lupulus extract, Linolenic acid, Yeast extract, Linoleic acid, Glycine, Nordihydroguaiaretic acid, Hydroxyproline, Proline, Acrylates copolymer, Ethylbisiminomethylguaiacol manganese chloride, Carbomer, Caprylyl glycol, Polyacrylamide, C13-14 isoparaffin, Hexylene glycol, Laureth-7, Biosaccharide gum-1, Xanthan gum, Disodium edta, Phenoxyethanol, Mica, Titanium dioxide

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Sources cited in this review

Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 30 studies and safety reviews.

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Glycerol and the skin: holistic approach to its origin and functionsncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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Rosmarinus officinalis Extract Suppresses Propionibacterium acnes–Induced Inflammatory Responsesliebertpub.com
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Effect of Topical Application of Glycine and Proline on Recalcitrant Leg Ulcers of Prolidase Deficiencyjamanetwork.com
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Antimutagenic and antitumorigenic activities of nordihydroguaiaretic acidsciencedirect.com
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Molecular mechanisms and clinical applications of nordihydroguaiaretic acid (NDGA) and its derivatives: An updatencbi.nlm.nih.gov
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Topical effects of N-acetyl-L-hydroxyproline on ceramide synthesis and alleviation of pruritusncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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A Synthetic Superoxide Dismutase/Catalase Mimetic (EUK-134) Inhibits Membrane-Damage-Induced Activation of Mitogen-Activated Protein Kinase Pathways and Reduces p53 Accumulation in Ultraviolet B-Exposed Primary Human Keratinocytesjidonline.org
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CliniqueMens Super Energizer Anti-Fatigue Depuffing Eye Gel

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