
“HydroShield Eye Emulsion with Acquacell Technology”
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:
alanine, arginine.
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: arginine, dimethicone.
The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: acetyl octapeptide-3, caprooyl tetrapeptide-3, ceramide 2, oligopeptide-68, palmitoyl oligopeptide, palmitoyl tetrapeptide-7, palmitoyl tripeptide-38, palmitoyl tripeptide-8, sh-polypeptide-7, urea
This product can help reduce and prevent fine lines and wrinkles, improve skin elasticity and firmness because it contains adenosine.
These ingredients in the product can also be helpful, even though there is less evidence for their effectiveness: acetyl octapeptide-3, caprooyl tetrapeptide-3, lysine, oligopeptide-68, palmitoyl oligopeptide, palmitoyl tetrapeptide-7, palmitoyl tripeptide-38, palmitoyl tripeptide-8, serine, sh-polypeptide-7, threonine.
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.
This product contains antioxidants (chrysin) 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.
The following ingredient (ingredients) in this product might be helpful, but there is no evidence to confirm that it actually works: alanine, chrysin, glucosamine hcl, glycine soja seed extract.
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A silicone that helps improve the product texture and spreadability. Can absorb oil creating a short-term mattifying effect on the skin
More about CyclopentasiloxaneUsed 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 glycolA silicone that improves product texture and helps dissolve other ingredients. Can form a non-greasy film on the skin to prevent moisture loss
More about PolymethylsilsesquioxaneA 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 DimethiconeA silicone that forms a light film on the skin surface helping to bind water and temporarily absorb oils creating a matt and powdery feel
More about Polysilicone-11Helps water and oil mix together
More about Bis-peg/ppg-14/14 dimethiconeOne 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 GlycerinHelps oil and water mix together
More about Butylene glycol cocoateA silicone that works to soften the upper layer of the skin and reduce its water loss
More about Peg-10 dimethiconeA type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles
More about Acetyl octapeptide-3A type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles
More about Palmitoyl tetrapeptide-7A type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles
More about Palmitoyl oligopeptideA type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles
More about Caprooyl tetrapeptide-3Might be helpful in reducing fine lines and wrinkles, as well as lightening the skin, but solid evidence is missing. Could somewhat help in reducing the darkness of the under-eye area. Helps to neutralise free radicals in skin
More about ChrysinA type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles
More about Palmitoyl tripeptide-38A type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles
More about Oligopeptide-68A 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 2Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Might have some anti-oxidant properties
More about Hydrolyzed rice proteinIs claimed to be able to brighten skin tone by removing some blood-related pigmented compounds in skin (hemoglobin and related elements) but solid research is missing. Can be irritating
More about N-hydroxysuccinimideMight be able to neutralize free radicals in skin. Also works as a humectant
More about Glucosyl hesperidinIs 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 NiacinamideAn emollient that helps soften the skin. Might be somewhat helpful in evening the skin tone.
More about Glycine soja seed extractMight be helpful in protecting skin collagen and elastin from breaking down but solid research is lacking
More about Pisum sativum extractMight 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 hclA plant extract that can contain an antioxidant compound
More about Citrullus lanatus fruit extractCan have some moisturizing properties due to its sugar content
More about Pyrus malus fruit extractA plant extract containing sugars that might help attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Is claimed by the manufacturer to help reduce pore size but evidence is lacking
More about Lens esculenta fruit extractNaturally present in skin and helps to attract water to its upper layer
More about Sodium pcaHops extract. Can contain common irritants and allergens geraniol, limonene, linalool
More about Humulus lupulus extractA plant extract that is added for its fragrance. Can be irritating
More about Melissa officinalis leaf extractA plant extract that has anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial properties and might help neutralize free radicals in skin, but solid research is lacking
More about Viscum album leaf extractPlant extract that can have healing and anti-inflammatory properties. It is a potential allergen and can be irritating
More about Chamomilla recutita flower extractPlant extract that can help neutralize free radicals in skin. Can be used as a fragrance. Can be irritating
More about Achillea millefolium extractMight 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 AdenosineA plant extract that might have some anti-oxidant properties. Avoid if you are sensitive to gluten
More about Hordeum vulgare extractMight be somewhat helpful in reducing hyperpigmentation and neutralizing free radicals but its typical concentration in a product is too low for having an effect
More about Cucumis sativus fruit extractA plant extract that might help neutralize free radicals in skin. It can be irritating
More about Eclipta prostrata extractA plant extract that has anti-bacterial properties. Can be used to preserve the product. Can be irritating
More about Melia azadirachta leaf extractMight help attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Moringa pterygosperma seed extractHelps to attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help restore the skin barrier function
More about GlycineAn amino-acid that helps to attract water to the upper layer of the skin and might help to lighten the skin, but solid evidence is lacking
More about AlanineAn amino-acid that helps to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. In combination with other amino-acids, might help to reduce fine lines and wrinkles
More about SerineAn amino-acid that helps to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. In combination with other amino-acids, might help to reduce fine lines and wrinkles
More about ThreonineAn amino acid that is naturally present in skin and helps keep it hydrated. When used together with AHAs, it can reduce their irritating effect on the skin
More about ArginineAn amino-acid that helps to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. In combination with other amino-acids, might help to reduce fine lines and wrinkles
More about LysineAn amino-acid that helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Glutamic acidA 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 triglycerideA salt derived from licorice. Works as an emollient to soften the upper layer of the skin and can help calm down inflammation. Might be helpful for skin lightening
More about Dipotassium glycyrrhizateNaturally 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 UreaHelps attract water to the most upper layer of the skin. Derived from sugar
More about DextranA 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 calm down inflammation in skin and can help reduce itching. Helps to repair the skin barrier and keep skin hydrated
More about AllantoinHelps oil and water mix together and create a thicker product consistency
More about Sodium oleateUsed mostly for creating emulsions - helping oil and water mix together. Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about LecithinHelps 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 lecithinAn emollient that helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Propylene glycol dicaprateUsed to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumHelps create a thicker or gel-like product texture. It is not a surfactant but can be used in gentle cleansing formulations
More about CarbomerA silicone that mixes with water creating nice light-weight product texture
More about Peg/ppg-18/18 dimethiconeHelps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improves the product texture
More about BetaineHelps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improves the product texture
More about SorbitolUsed to stabilize mixtures of oil and water, and create thicker, gel-like product textures
More about Sodium chlorideHelps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Is often used to adjust the pH level of the product
More about Sodium lactateA preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolHelps preserve products and creates a nice product texture
More about Caprylyl glycolWater, Cyclopentasiloxane, Butylene glycol, Polymethylsilsesquioxane, Dimethicone, Polysilicone-11, Bis-peg/ppg-14/14 dimethicone, Glycerin, Butylene glycol cocoate, Peg-10 dimethicone, Acetyl octapeptide-3, Palmitoyl tetrapeptide-7, Palmitoyl oligopeptide, Caprooyl tetrapeptide-3, Palmitoyl tripeptide-8, Chrysin, Elaeis guineensis extract, Tetrapeptide-3, Palmitoyl tripeptide-38, Oligopeptide-68, Sh-polypeptide-7, Ceramide 2, Hydrolyzed rice protein, N-hydroxysuccinimide, Glucosyl hesperidin, Niacinamide, Unknown, Glycine soja seed extract, Bambusa vulgaris extract, Pisum sativum extract, Glucosamine hcl, Salicornia herbacea extract, Citrullus lanatus fruit extract, Pyrus malus fruit extract, Lens esculenta fruit extract, Sodium pca, Foeniculum vulgare fruit extract, Humulus lupulus extract, Melissa officinalis leaf extract, Viscum album leaf extract, Chamomilla recutita flower extract, Achillea millefolium extract, Pichia/resveratrol ferment extract, Adenosine, Helianthus annuus seedcake, Hordeum vulgare extract, Cucumis sativus fruit extract, Eclipta prostrata extract, Melia azadirachta leaf extract, Moringa pterygosperma seed extract, Unknown, Glycine, Alanine, Proline, Serine, Threonine, Arginine, Lysine, Glutamic acid, Pinanediol, Camphanediol, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Dipotassium glycyrrhizate, Urea, Dextran, Tocopheryl acetate, Allantoin, Sodium oleate, Lecithin, Hydrogenated lecithin, Propylene glycol dicaprate, Xanthan gum, Carbomer, Peg/ppg-18/18 dimethicone, Steareth-20, Polysorbate 20, Betaine, Sorbitol, Sodium phosphate, Sodium chloride, Sodium lactate, Edta, Disodium edta, Phenoxyethanol, Caprylyl glycol
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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.
| Dr. DeneseHydroShield Eye Emulsion with Acquacell TechnologyYOUR PRODUCT | MizonCollagen Power Firming Eye Cream | MEDI-PEELDerma Maison Eye Cream JUMBO | JuneCellRejuvenation Enriched Eye Cream | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 68% | 67% | 67% |
| Price | — | $10.96 | $75.60 | — |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 13 of 36 | 17 of 36 | 14 of 36 |
| Key difference | — | Copper Tripeptide-1 | Hexapeptide-9 | Copper Tripeptide-1 |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | High | High |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | Contains drying alcohol |
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Based on the ingredient list, "Dr. Denese - HydroShield Eye Emulsion with Acquacell Technology" can work well for skin moisturization. As we expect from a proper moisturizer, the formula includes a combo of effective humectants and emollients. These are the two different types of ingredients that are essential for improving the skin hydration and supporting a healthy skin barrier. Humectants in this product (acetyl octapeptide-3, urea, alanine, arginine and betaine) 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). Caprooyl tetrapeptide-3, ceramide 2, palmitoyl tetrapeptide-7, arginine and dimethicone 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.
There are some common irritants in this product, including ingredients that do not have benefits 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.
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 30 studies and safety reviews.
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