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“Stimulskin + Lip and Eye 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:
algae extract, dextran.
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: beeswax, butyrospermum parkii butter.
The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: acetyl hexapeptide-8, palmitoyl hexapeptide-12, palmitoyl tetrapeptide-7, palmitoyl tripeptide-1, trifluoroacetyl tripeptide-2
“What Else You Need to Know This formula helps the eye area look brightened, lines and wrinkles look visibly reduced, and skin feel firmer and look more lifted with less-visible dark circles.”
This product can help reduce and prevent fine lines and wrinkles, improve skin elasticity and firmness because it contains palmitoyl hexapeptide-12.
These ingredients in the product can also be helpful, even though there is less evidence for their effectiveness: acetyl hexapeptide-8, palmitoyl tetrapeptide-7, palmitoyl tripeptide-1, trifluoroacetyl tripeptide-2.
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.
The following ingredient (ingredients) in this product might be helpful, but there is no evidence to confirm that it actually works: glucosamine hcl, glycine soja seed extract, glycyrrhiza glabra root extract.


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Used to create a thicker product consistency and soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Tridecyl trimellitateOne 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 GlycerinA 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 oil and water mix together while softening the upper layer of the skin
More about Polyglyceryl-6 distearateUsed to create a thicker product consistency and help soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Glyceryl behenateHelps to soften the upper layer of the skin and might have some anti-oxidant effect
More about Mangifera indica seed butterActs as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin
More about PropanediolA great moisturising ingredient that softens the skin and reduces water loss from its upper layer. It also can be helpful in protecting skin from free radicals
More about Butyrospermum parkii butterHelps water and oil mix together. Avoid if sensitive to gluten
More about Cetearyl wheat straw glycosidesHelps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Oleic/linoleic/linolenic polyglyceridesMight help to attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Hypnea musciformis 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 extractAlmond extract (oil) - helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Prunus amygdalus dulcis seed extractAn emollient that helps soften the skin. Might be somewhat helpful in evening the skin tone.
More about Glycine soja seed extractA plant extract that one one hand, can contain compounds that can help calm down skin irritation, but, on the other hand, its other compounds (especially fragrant ones) can themselves be irritating
More about Anthemis nobilis flower extractA plant extract that can contain an anti-inflammatory compound
More about Sigesbeckia orientalis extractConsists of remains of dead yeast bacteria cells. Helps to hydrate the skin and reduce irritation. Might has some anti-oxidant effect
More about Bifida ferment lysateBrown seaweed extract. Can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and might have some antioxidant effect
More about Ascophyllum nodosum extractA citrus plant essential oil (in a less concentrated format). Used as a fragrance and can be irritating
More about Citrus aurantium amara flower waterUsed to add a nice rose smell to the product. Might help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and have some anti-oxidant effect. Can be irritating
More about Rosa damascena flower waterRed seaweed extract. Can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and might have some antioxidant effect
More about Asparagopsis armata extractPlant extract that helps the skin to attract water and make it more smooth for touch. Also shows promise of anti-aging properties, but research is not extensive yet
More about Algae extractA type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles
More about Palmitoyl tripeptide-1Seaweed extract that helps the skin to attract water and make it more smooth for touch. Also shows promise of anti-aging properties, but good research is lacking at the moment
More about Laminaria digitata extractA type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles
More about Trifluoroacetyl tripeptide-2A type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles
More about Palmitoyl hexapeptide-12A type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles
More about Palmitoyl tetrapeptide-7Might be helpful in protecting skin collagen and elastin from breaking down but solid research is lacking
More about Pisum sativum extractAn emollient that is naturally found in skin
More about CholesterolMight be helpful in neutralizing free radicals. Can have a dehydration effect that might somewhat decrease the look of puffy eyes
More about CaffeineForms a protective barrier that holds water and keeps dry skin hydrated. Keeps an emulsion from separating into its oil and liquid components, and increases the thickness of a product. Can be an allergen
More about BeeswaxForms a protective barrier that holds water and keeps dry skin hydrated. Keeps an emulsion from separating into its oil and liquid components, and increases the thickness of a product. Can be an allergen
More about Cera albaForms a protective barrier that holds water and keeps dry skin hydrated. Keeps an emulsion from separating into its oil and liquid components, and increases the thickness of a product. Can be an allergen
More about BeeswaxUsed to create a thicker product consistency and soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Tridecyl stearateA 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 acetateHelps 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
More about Yeast extractYeast extract. Helps to attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about FaexHelps 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
More about Yeast extractAn emollient made of jojoba oil. Helps soften the skin and support its barrier function
More about Jojoba estersUsed 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 glycolA plant oil that can help soften the skin. It might be helpful in calming down inflammation, but solid research is lacking. Is often used in lip products to create the needed product consistency
More about Ricinus communis seed oilHelps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Brassica campestris seed oilHelp soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Brassica campestris sterolsA plant extract that can help lighten the skin and calm down inflammation. Might be helpful in neutralizing free radicals
More about Glycyrrhiza glabra root extractA plant extract that can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and might help to reduce inflammation
More about Althaea officinalis root extractHelps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Adansonia digitata seed oilHelps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Might have some anti-oxidant properties
More about Hydrolyzed rice proteinA type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles
More about Acetyl hexapeptide-8One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Sodium hyaluronateHelps oil and water mix together
More about Polyglyceryl-3 diisostearateHelps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improves the product texture
More about SorbitolHelps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Could be helpful in restoring the skin barrier function
More about GlucoseHelps oil and water mix together
More about Potassium cetyl phosphateHelps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and provide a longer-lasting hydration. Can create a thicker product consistency
More about Glyceryl acrylate/acrylic acid copolymerHelps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about FructoseUsed to create a nice product consistency
More about Peg-8A non-drying alcohol. Works as an emollient. Helps water and oil mix together and creates a nice product texture
More about Cetearyl alcoholUsed to soften the upper layer of the skin and create a thicker product consistency
More about Arachidyl alcoholMaintains the texture of skincare products. Allows the product to spread evenly. Helps oil and water mix together
More about Acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymerA non-drying alcohol that works to soften the skin and stabilize product formulations helping oil and water mix together
More about Cetyl alcoholHelps water and oil mix together. Could be an allergen (beeswax)
More about Polyglyceryl-3 beeswaxAn emollient that softens the skin and forms a protective layer on its surface. Helps water and oil mix together
More about Glyceryl stearatePure 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 TocopherolBeing a lipid soluble form of vitamin C, it is more stable than ascorbic acid, but still degrades quickly and needs to be stabilized in a formulation with another ingredient. It is claimed to penetrate skin better than pure vitamin C and have the the similar benefits, but solid studies of its effectiveness are lacking. Is likely to require a higher concentration in a product than pure vitamin C to be effective. It might be able to help reduce pore clogging.
More about Tetrahexyldecyl ascorbateHelps oil and water mix together and works as an emollient
More about Stearic acidA tree rasin that could temporarily tighten the skin and might help regulate sebum production, but the research on its effectiveness in skin is lacking
More about Pistacia lentiscus gumUsed to create a nice product texture
More about Glyceryl polymethacrylateMight be able to stimulate production of skin's natural moisturizing compounds such as hyaluronic acid. Could be helpful for evening the skin tone.
More about Glucosamine hclNon-drying alcohol that helps water and oil mix together. Also serves as an emollient
More about Behenyl alcoholHelps create a thicker or gel-like product texture. It is not a surfactant but can be used in gentle cleansing formulations
More about CarbomerIncreases thickness of a product. Texture enhancer for oil-in-water emulsions
More about Ammonium acryloyldimethyltaurate/vp copolymerHelps to soften the upper layer of the skin and create a nice product consistency
More about Copernicia cerifera waxBrazilian palm wax. Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Copernicia cerifera ceraHelps to soften the upper layer of the skin and create a nice product consistency
More about Copernicia cerifera waxHelps attract water to the most upper layer of the skin. Derived from sugar
More about DextranA preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolCreates an illusion of smoother and more radiant skin tone. Adds shimmer to the skin by reflecting light
More about MicaWorks 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 dioxideWater, Tridecyl trimellitate, Glycerin, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Polyglyceryl-6 distearate, Glyceryl behenate, Mangifera indica seed butter, Propanediol, Neopentyl glycol diethylhexanoate, Butyrospermum parkii butter, Cetearyl wheat straw glycosides, Prunus domestica seed extract, Oleic/linoleic/linolenic polyglycerides, Hypnea musciformis extract, Gelidiella acerosa extract, Prunus amygdalus dulcis seed extract, Glycine soja seed extract, Nephrite powder, Bambusa vulgaris extract, Lavandula angustifolia flower water, Anthemis nobilis flower extract, Sigesbeckia orientalis extract, Bifida ferment lysate, Ascophyllum nodosum extract, Chrysanthellum indicum extract, Citrus aurantium amara flower water, Rosa damascena flower water, Asparagopsis armata extract, Algae extract, Palmitoyl tripeptide-1, Laminaria digitata extract, Trifluoroacetyl tripeptide-2, Palmitoyl hexapeptide-12, Palmitoyl tetrapeptide-7, Pisum sativum extract, Cholesterol, Caffeine, Beeswax, Cera alba, Beeswax, Tridecyl stearate, Tocopheryl acetate, Yeast extract, Faex, Yeast extract, Jojoba esters, Dipentaerythrityl hexacaprylate/hexacaprate, Butylene glycol, Caprylyl glycol, Ricinus communis seed oil, Brassica campestris seed oil, Brassica campestris sterols, Oryza sativa bran extract, Glycyrrhiza glabra root extract, Salicornia herbacea extract, Phoenix dactylifera fruit extract, Althaea officinalis root extract, Adansonia digitata seed oil, Ethylhexylglycerin, Arachidyl glucoside, Hydrolyzed rice protein, Acetyl hexapeptide-8, Sodium hyaluronate, Polyglyceryl-3 diisostearate, Sorbitol, Glucose, Potassium cetyl phosphate, Glyceryl acrylate/acrylic acid copolymer, Fructose, Peg-8, Cetearyl alcohol, Arachidyl alcohol, Acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer, Cetyl alcohol, Polyglyceryl-3 beeswax, Glyceryl stearate, Tocopherol, Tetrahexyldecyl ascorbate, Disodium edta, Nylon-12, Polysorbate 20, Stearic acid, Pistacia lentiscus gum, Glyceryl polymethacrylate, Glucosamine hcl, Sodium hydroxide, Behenyl alcohol, Carbomer, Ammonium acryloyldimethyltaurate/vp copolymer, Copernicia cerifera wax, Copernicia cerifera cera, Copernicia cerifera wax, Dextran, Sodium benzoate, Potassium sorbate, Phenoxyethanol, Geraniol, Linalool, Citronellol, Mica, Titanium dioxide, Ci 77891
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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.
| DarphinStimulskin + Lip and Eye CreamYOUR PRODUCT | CliniqueSmart Clinical Repair™ Wrinkle Correcting Eye Cream | Peter Thomas RothPeptide 21 Wrinkle Resist Eye Cream | Eveline CosmeticsBio Hyaluron Expert | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 62% | 57% | 51% |
| Price | $126.99 | $6.00−$120.99 | $75.00−$51.99 | — |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 17 of 32 | 9 of 32 | 8 of 32 |
| Key difference | — | Acetyl Octapeptide-3 | Tripeptide-1 | Bakuchiol |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Medium | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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Based on the ingredients included, "Darphin - Stimulskin + Lip and Eye Cream" works well for moisturizing the skin. This moisturizer uses a good combo of humectants and emollients. These both types of ingredients are essentials for improving the skin hydration and keeping the skin barrier healthy. Acetyl hexapeptide-8, algae extract, dextran, faex and fructose in this product (humectants) attract water molecules to the upper layer of the skin (the water comes from the outside air or from the deeper layers of the skin if the air is dry). Emollients in this formulation (palmitoyl tetrapeptide-7, palmitoyl tripeptide-1, algae extract, cholesterol and jojoba esters) help to reduce the moisture loss from the skin. They also soften the skin surface and relieve the feeling of dryness and tightness.
This moisturizer contains a bunch of common irritants, including ingredients that do not provide any known benefit for the skin. It might not be the best choice if your skin is sensitive. We assess the overall irritancy of this moisturizer to be high. For a detailed overview of all potential irritants: click here
You can see the detailed formula review with the breakdown of all actives in the product and the full ingredient list with estimated concentrations in the tables below.
The product retails for 106.68A$ in Australia, for 60.00$ in the United States, for 80.99£ in the United Kingdom and for 195.00CA$ in Canada.
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