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“Hydraskin Hydratation All-Day Eye Refresh Gel-Cream”
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:
artemia extract, 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: squalane, cholesterol.
The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: urea
This product contains antioxidants (imperata cylindrica root 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.


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Helps oil and water mix together
More about Tribehenin peg-20 estersHelps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Lauryl laurateOne 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 GlycerinAn 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 SqualaneActs as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin
More about PropanediolUsed to create a gel-like product texture, as well as to stabilize emulsions
More about Sodium polyacrylateRed seaweed extract. Can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and might have some antioxidant effect
More about Asparagopsis armata extractBrown seaweed extract. Can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and might have some antioxidant effect
More about Ascophyllum nodosum extractA mineral that is claimed to be able to support collagen product in skin, but evidence of effectiveness is missing
More about Malachite extractAn algae extract that can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and have some anti-oxidant properties
More about Gelidiella acerosa extractA plat extract that might help neutralize free radicals in skin and attract water to its upper layer
More about Imperata cylindrica root extractAn emollient that is naturally found in skin
More about CholesterolMight help to attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Hypnea musciformis extractMight be helpful in neutralizing free radicals. Can have a dehydration effect that might somewhat decrease the look of puffy eyes
More about CaffeineHelps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improves the product texture
More about SorbitolA plant extract that might have some anti-oxidant properties
More about Hydrolyzed prunus domesticaZooplankton extract that can attract water to the upper level of the skin and might have some anti-oxidant effect
More about Artemia extractA seaweed extract that contains sugars and can be helpful in attracting water to the upper layers of the skin if used in high enough concentrations
More about Laminaria saccharina extractA vitamin C derivative that is more stable but less potent than pure form of vitamin C. Has a potential to boost collagen production, nutralise free radicals and reduce hyperpigmentation, but the required concentration is likely to be much higher than for the pure form of vitamin C, limiting the ingredient's effectiveness in products
More about Ascorbyl glucosideOne of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Sodium hyaluronateA sugar that attracts water to the upper layer of the skin
More about TrehaloseUsed 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 glycolHelps preserve products and creates a nice product texture
More about Caprylyl glycolNaturally present in skin and helps to attract water to its upper layer
More about Sodium pcaAn oil from a mixture of different vegetables. Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Hydrogenated vegetable oilNaturally present in skin (urea makes up about 7% of natural moisturizing factors in skin). Attracts water to the upper layer of the skin. Also has a positive effect on the skin barrier beyond the humectant action. Can enhance penetration of other ingredients. Is an exfoliating ingredient when used in high concentrations
More about UreaA 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 triglycerideHelps create a thicker or gel-like product texture. It is not a surfactant but can be used in gentle cleansing formulations
More about CarbomerA 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 acetateUsed to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumAn emollient that helps create a nice silky finish on the skin
More about Polyquaternium-51An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumHelps create a more spreadable product texture
More about Hexylene glycolCan work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidHelps 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 citrateA preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolA common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimoneneA fragrance. Potential allergen and can be irritating
More about Alpha-isomethyl iononeWater, Tribehenin peg-20 esters, Octyldodecyl stearoyl stearate, Lauryl laurate, Glycerin, Squalane, Propanediol, Sodium polyacrylate, Asparagopsis armata extract, Salicornia herbacea extract, Ascophyllum nodosum extract, Malachite extract, Gelidiella acerosa extract, Imperata cylindrica root extract, Cholesterol, Hypnea musciformis extract, Caffeine, Sorbitol, Hydrolyzed prunus domestica, Artemia extract, Lavandula stoechas extract, Laminaria saccharina extract, Ascorbyl glucoside, Sodium hyaluronate, Trehalose, Pinanediol, Camphanediol, Butylene glycol, Caprylyl glycol, Sodium pca, Hydrogenated vegetable oil, Urea, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Carbomer, Sodium hydroxide, Tocopheryl acetate, Xanthan gum, Polyquaternium-51, Parfum, Hexylene glycol, Citric acid, Sodium citrate, Tetrasodium edta, Bht, Phenoxyethanol, Citronellal, Hexyl cinnamal, Limonene, Linalool, Alpha-isomethyl ionone, Citronellol, Ci 42090
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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.
| DarphinHydraskin Hydratation All-Day Eye Refresh Gel-CreamYOUR PRODUCT | Dr Dennis GrossHyaluronic Marine™ Dew It Right™ Eye Gel Deluxe | Estée LauderDayWear Eye Cooling Anti-Oxidant Moisture GelCreme | PhilosophyRenewed Hope In A Jar Refreshing & Refining Eye Cream | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 57% | 56% | 55% |
| Price | $29.26 | — | $9.99−$19.27 | $25.99−$3.27 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 6 of 17 | 9 of 17 | 7 of 17 |
| Key difference | — | Retinol | Acetyl Glucosamine | Adenosine |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Medium | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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Based on the ingredients included, "Darphin - Hydraskin Hydratation All-Day Eye Refresh Gel-Cream" works well for moisturizing the skin. To work well, any moisturizer needs to include a combination of water-binding and emollient ingredients. Darphin - Hydraskin Hydratation All-Day Eye Refresh Gel-Cream ticks this box. Urea, artemia extract, glycerin, imperata cylindrica root extract and sodium hyaluronate in this product (humectants) attract water molecules to the upper layer of the skin (the water comes from the outside air or from the deeper layers of the skin if the air is dry). Cholesterol, squalane, hydrogenated vegetable oil and caprylyl glycol in this product help decrease the water evoporation from the skin, so that it stays hydrated for longer. These ingredients also soften the skin and take away the feeling of tightness and dryness.
This product contains ingredients that could be beneficial, but their concentrations are too low in this formulation: caprylic/capric triglyceride and laminaria saccharina extractThere are quite a few common irritants in this product, including ingredients without particular skin benefits. We would not recommend it for sensitive skin. We assess the overall irritancy of this moisturizer to be high. For a detailed overview of all potential irritants: click here
You can see the detailed formula review with the breakdown of all actives in the product and the full ingredient list with estimated concentrations in the tables below.
The product retails for 89.89$ in the United States and for 22.13£ in the United Kingdom.
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Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 13 studies and safety reviews.
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