DONGINBI Red Ginseng Moisture & Firming Eye Cream EX
Works for
1 of 1 advertised claim delivered
Moisturizing17 ingredients credited for this claimStrong support
“This renewal version of Red Ginseng Moisture & Firming Eye Cream Keeps eye area moist, radiant and healthy with the moisture energy of Condensed Red Ginseng Water and an excellent moisturizing barrier created by Moist Cera RG™.”
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:
glycerin, butylene glycol.
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: caprylic/capric triglyceride, dimethicone.
The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: ceramide np, panthenol, phytosphingosine
Anti-agingNot advertised by the brand · 1 ingredient credited for this claimStrong support
This product can help reduce and prevent fine lines and wrinkles, improve skin elasticity and firmness because it contains adenosine.
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.
Anti-oxidationNot advertised by the brand · 3 ingredients credited for this claimModerate support
This product contains antioxidants (ginkgo biloba leaf 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?
Irritancy7 strong irritants: Alcohol, Parfum + 5 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
Comedogenic1 ingredient rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale1 flagged
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Ingredients
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Panax ginseng root water~22–33%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Butylene glycol~4.6–6.9%
- 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 glycolCaprylic/capric triglyceride~4.7–7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A 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 triglycerideDiisostearyl malate~3.7–5.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Diisostearyl malatePropanediol~2.5–3.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Acts as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin
More about PropanediolSqualane~2.1–3.1%
- 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 SqualaneGlycerin~1.4–2.2%
- 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 GlycerinPolyglyceryl-3 methylglucose distearate~1.2–1.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps water and oil mix together
More about Polyglyceryl-3 methylglucose distearate1,2-hexanediol~0.45–1.05%
Cetearyl alcohol~0.9–1.35%
- 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 alcoholGlyceryl stearate~0.5–1.15%
- 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 stearatePeg-100 stearate~0.45–1.05%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps oil and water mix togehter and creates a nice product texture
More about Peg-100 stearatePhytosteryl/isostearyl/cetyl/stearyl/behenyl dimer dilinoleate~0.4–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and create a nice product consistency
More about Phytosteryl/isostearyl/cetyl/stearyl/behenyl dimer dilinoleateBehenyl alcohol~0.4–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Non-drying alcohol that helps water and oil mix together. Also serves as an emollient
More about Behenyl alcoholPanthenol~0.2–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help improve skin barrier function
More about PanthenolMethyl trimethicone~0.2–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of silicone that helps create a silky product finish and dissolve other ingredients
More about Methyl trimethiconePoncirus trifoliata fruit extract~0.2–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Panax ginseng root extract~0.3–0.75%
- 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 extractLeonurus sibiricus flower/leaf/stem extract~0.15–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Ginkgo biloba leaf extract~0.15–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that might help neutralize free radicals and reduce inflammation in skin. It can be irritating
More about Ginkgo biloba leaf extractPanax ginseng root oil~0.15–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Water~0.15–0.55%
Phytosphingosine~0.2–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of lipid that is naturally present in skin. It might help in repairing skin barrier function and has anti-bacterial effect
More about PhytosphingosineGleditsia triacanthos seed extract~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Sorbitan stearate~0.15–0.55%
Polyacrylate-13~0.3–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency and stabilize the product formulation
More about Polyacrylate-13Dimethicone~0.2–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A silicone that helps to reduce water loss from the surface of the skin. Can temporarily "fill in" lines and wrinkles, absorb oil, and create a nice product finish
More about DimethiconePolyisobutene~0.3–0.75%
Hydrogenated olive oil unsaponifiables~0.15–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Help soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Hydrogenated olive oil unsaponifiablesCeramide np~0.15–0.7%
- 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 npXanthan gum~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumSodium polyacrylate~0.35–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a gel-like product texture, as well as to stabilize emulsions
More about Sodium polyacrylateAlcohol~0.15–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- High
Can be drying and contribute to skin irritation. Used in formulars to dissolve other ingredients, create a thinner product consistency or for its antibacterial properties
More about AlcoholPolysorbate 20~0.15–0.6%
Sorbitan isostearate~0.15–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Sorbitan isostearateAdenosine~0.15–0.6%
- 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 AdenosineGlyceryl caprylate~0.2–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that can also help water and oil mix together, as well as prevent bacteria growth in products
More about Glyceryl caprylateDisodium edta~0.15–0.55%
Ethyl hexanediol~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used to dissolve other ingredients. Might be irritating
More about Ethyl hexanediolCaprylyl glycol~0.15–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture
More about Caprylyl glycolParfum~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumLimonene~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- High
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimoneneLinalool~0.1–0.4%
Citronellol~0.1–0.35%
Benzyl salicylate~0.05–0.25%
Alpha-isomethyl ionone~0.05–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- High
A fragrance. Potential allergen and can be irritating
More about Alpha-isomethyl iononeIngredient list view
Panax ginseng root water, Butylene glycol, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Diisostearyl malate, Propanediol, Squalane, Glycerin, Polyglyceryl-3 methylglucose distearate, 1,2-hexanediol, Cetearyl alcohol, Glyceryl stearate, Peg-100 stearate, Phytosteryl/isostearyl/cetyl/stearyl/behenyl dimer dilinoleate, Behenyl alcohol, Panthenol, Methyl trimethicone, Poncirus trifoliata fruit extract, Panax ginseng root extract, Leonurus sibiricus flower/leaf/stem extract, Ginkgo biloba leaf extract, Panax ginseng root oil, Water, Phytosphingosine, Gleditsia triacanthos seed extract, Sorbitan stearate, Polyacrylate-13, Dimethicone, Polyisobutene, Hydrogenated olive oil unsaponifiables, Ceramide np, Xanthan gum, Sodium polyacrylate, Alcohol, Polysorbate 20, Sorbitan isostearate, Adenosine, Glyceryl caprylate, Disodium edta, Ethyl hexanediol, Caprylyl glycol, Parfum, Limonene, Linalool, Citronellol, Benzyl salicylate, Alpha-isomethyl ionone
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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.
| DONGINBIRed Ginseng Moisture & Firming Eye Cream EXYOUR PRODUCT | SKIN627CERAMIDE with PANTHENOL Intense Eye Cream | THE FACE SHOPMango Seed Advanced Moisturizing Eye Cream | DEWYCELEye Plus Cream | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 62% | 59% | 58% |
| Price | $97.50 | — | $23.72−$73.78 | $17.40−$80.10 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 7 of 10 | 8 of 10 | 6 of 10 |
| Key difference | — | Niacinamide | Sunflower Seed Oil | Niacinamide |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | High | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | Contains drying alcohol | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
Product summary
"DONGINBI - Red Ginseng Moisture & Firming Eye Cream EX" has a good moisturizing formula. The formulation is based on a combination of good humectants and emollients. Both are needed to increase the skin hydration level. Humectants in this product (glycerin, butylene glycol and caprylyl glycol) help to increase the water content in the upper layer of the skin. (These ingredients do so by "capturing" water molecules from the outside air or from within the deeper layers of the skin). Emollients in this formulation (ceramide np, phytosphingosine, caprylic/capric triglyceride, dimethicone 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
- Another benefit is that this moisturizer contain ceramides (ceramide np 0.15% - 0.70% and phytosphingosine 0.20% - 0.70%). Ceramides are an important part of our natural skin barrier. The Ceramides used in skincare are synthetic or come from plants. They help soften the skin and can help "fill the gaps" in the skin barrier, keeping the skin hydrated and resilient for longer.
- Adenosine 0.15% - 0.60%. It is a compound that in involved in many biological processes inside the skin cells. According one high-quality clinical trial, topical Adenosine in low concentrations can somewhat help improve "deep wrinkles" - the wrinkles that appear with age in places where our faces are most dynamic (for example, on the forehead or in the corners of the eyes).
Irritation risk
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.
Price
The product retails from 93.00$ up to 99.99$ in the United States.
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 15 studies and safety reviews.
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- 3Skin moisturizing effects of panthenol-based formulationspdfs.semanticscholar.org
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- 5Ginseng in Dermatology: A Reviewncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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