Elemental Herbology Age Support Eye Elixir
Works for
2 of 2 advertised claims delivered
Moisturizing22 ingredients credited for this claimStrong support
“Kombuchka serves a lipo-filling effect that improves skin smoothness and radiance.”
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:
aphanizomenon flos-aquae 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: vitis vinifera seed oil, cetearyl alcohol.
The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: dipeptide-2, palmitoyl tetrapeptide-7, palmitoyl tripeptide-38
Anti-aging5 ingredients credited for this claimModerate support
“The skin's collagen production is supported and the eye area is rejuvenated.”
This product contains dipeptide-2, palmitoyl tetrapeptide-7, palmitoyl tripeptide-38. These ingredients 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.
Anti-oxidationNot advertised by the brand · 6 ingredients credited for this claimModerate support
This product contains antioxidants (aphanizomenon flos-aquae 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?
Irritancy5 strong irritants: Rosa damascena flower water, Lavandula angustifolia oil + 3 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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Water~45–55%
Glycerin~4.3–5.3%
- 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 GlycerinRosa damascena flower water~3.9–4.7%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used 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 waterOctyldodecanol~3–3.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that helps to soften the skin and create a pleasant product texture and stabilize the formulation
More about OctyldodecanolMacadamia ternifolia seed oil~2.3–2.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Plant oil from nuts that helps soften the upper layer of the skin. Contains a high concentration of oleic acid that can weaken skin's barrier function and increase water-loss while enhancing penetration of other ingredients
More about Macadamia ternifolia seed oilVitis vinifera seed oil~1.9–2.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A great emollient that can also have anti-oxidant properties
More about Vitis vinifera seed oilCoco-caprylate~1.6–1.9%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An emollient that softens skin and creates a nice product texture
More about Coco-caprylateAloe barbadensis leaf juice~1.4–1.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Traditionally used to treat sunburns, dermatitis and inflammation, but evidence for its effectiveness is lacking. The extract can contain humectants that help attract water into the skin
More about Aloe barbadensis leaf juiceSaccharomyces/xylinum/black tea ferment~1.1–1.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A fermented sweet black tea. There is no studies on particular benefits of this ingredient in skin. It can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin, and might have some anti-oxidant effect. It is used in skincare for mostly marketing purposes because of the popularity of kombucha drinks
More about Saccharomyces/xylinum/black tea fermentHydrogenated starch hydrolysate~0.9–1.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Can add sweet taste to lip products
More about Hydrogenated starch hydrolysateArachidyl alcohol~0.7–1.05%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to soften the upper layer of the skin and create a thicker product consistency
More about Arachidyl alcoholBehenyl alcohol~0.65–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Non-drying alcohol that helps water and oil mix together. Also serves as an emollient
More about Behenyl alcoholCoco-caprylate/caprate~0.55–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin without creating a greasy texture
More about Coco-caprylate/caprateHesperidin methyl chalcone~0.45–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- High
Might help neutralize free radicals in skin. Is claimed to be able to improve the appearance of undereye darkness but evidence is missing. Can be an allergen and cause irritation
More about Hesperidin methyl chalconeDipeptide-2~0.4–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles
More about Dipeptide-2Palmitoyl tetrapeptide-7~0.45–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles
More about Palmitoyl tetrapeptide-7Palmitoyl tripeptide-38~0.4–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles
More about Palmitoyl tripeptide-38Hematite extract~0.35–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Aphanizomenon flos-aquae extract~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An extract from ablue-green algae. Can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and might help to neutralize free radicals
More about Aphanizomenon flos-aquae extractLactobacillus/eriodictyon californicum ferment extract~0.3–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Chlorhexidine digluconate~0.15–0.3%
Panicum miliaceum seed extract~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Tannic acid~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Terminalia ferdinandiana fruit extract~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that might have some anti-oxidant effect in skin, but evidence is lacking
More about Terminalia ferdinandiana fruit extractAvena strigosa seed extract~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Hydrolyzed wheat protein~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Avoid if sensitive to gluten
More about Hydrolyzed wheat proteinAllantoin~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps calm down inflammation in skin and can help reduce itching. Helps to repair the skin barrier and keep skin hydrated
More about AllantoinAlthaea officinalis root extract~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- High
A 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 extractCetearyl alcohol~0.3–0.55%
- 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 alcoholPhenoxyethanol~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolCoco-glucoside~0.35–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used as a cleansing agent (surfactant) in cleansers. Helps water and oil mix together in lotions. Can be irritating
More about Coco-glucosideArachidyl glucoside~0.25–0.5%
Inulin lauryl carbamate~0.25–0.45%
Magnesium aluminum silicate~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Might be helpful in restoring skin barrier function and, when combined with zinc carbonate and malonic acid, reducing fine lines and wrinkles by stimulating elastin production. Also helps stabilize the product formulation
More about Magnesium aluminum silicateLavandula angustifolia oil~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essential oil. Potential allergen and can be irritating. It has some anti-bacterial properties
More about Lavandula angustifolia oilHydroxypropyl cyclodextrin~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to stabilize product formulations and help soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Hydroxypropyl cyclodextrinDisodium edta~0.25–0.45%
Xanthan gum~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumEthylhexylglycerin~0.25–0.45%
Steareth-20~0.35–0.6%
Lecithin~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used mostly for creating emulsions - helping oil and water mix together. Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about LecithinHydroxyethylcellulose~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to thicken product formulations and create gel-like textures
More about HydroxyethylcellulosePotassium sorbate~0.25–0.45%
Sodium benzoate~0.2–0.4%
Sorbic acid~0.2–0.35%
Citric acid~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidSodium citrate~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps 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 citrateGeraniol~0.15–0.25%
Limonene~0.15–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- High
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimoneneLinalool~0.05–0.15%
Ingredient list view
Water, Glycerin, Rosa damascena flower water, Octyldodecanol, Macadamia ternifolia seed oil, Vitis vinifera seed oil, Coco-caprylate, Aloe barbadensis leaf juice, Saccharomyces/xylinum/black tea ferment, Hydrogenated starch hydrolysate, Arachidyl alcohol, Behenyl alcohol, Coco-caprylate/caprate, Hesperidin methyl chalcone, Dipeptide-2, Palmitoyl tetrapeptide-7, Palmitoyl tripeptide-38, Hematite extract, Aphanizomenon flos-aquae extract, Lactobacillus/eriodictyon californicum ferment extract, Chlorhexidine digluconate, Panicum miliaceum seed extract, Tannic acid, Terminalia ferdinandiana fruit extract, Avena strigosa seed extract, Hydrolyzed wheat protein, Allantoin, Althaea officinalis root extract, Cetearyl alcohol, Phenoxyethanol, Coco-glucoside, Arachidyl glucoside, Inulin lauryl carbamate, Magnesium aluminum silicate, Lavandula angustifolia oil, Hydroxypropyl cyclodextrin, Disodium edta, Xanthan gum, Ethylhexylglycerin, Steareth-20, Lecithin, Hydroxyethylcellulose, Potassium sorbate, Sodium benzoate, Sorbic acid, Citric acid, Sodium citrate, Geraniol, Limonene, Linalool
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| Elemental HerbologyAge Support Eye ElixirYOUR PRODUCT | Drunk ElephantC-Tango Multivitamin Eye Cream | CivantEye Complex | YEOUTHRadiance Eye Gel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 54% | 53% | 53% |
| Price | $58.17 | $64.00+$5.83 | $44.00−$14.17 | $9.18−$48.99 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 4 of 9 | 5 of 9 | 4 of 9 |
| Key difference | — | Ascorbyl Glucoside | Niacinamide | Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1 |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Medium | Low |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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Product summary
Based on the ingredients included, "Elemental Herbology - Age Support Eye Elixir" works well for moisturizing the skin. 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 (aphanizomenon flos-aquae extract, glycerin, hydrogenated starch hydrolysate, hydrolyzed wheat protein and rosa damascena flower water) 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). Palmitoyl tetrapeptide-7, vitis vinifera seed oil, cetearyl alcohol, coco-caprylate and coco-caprylate/caprate 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.
Ingredient callouts
- We like that this moisturizer contains peptides (palmitoyl tripeptide-38 0.40% - 0.60%, palmitoyl tetrapeptide-7 0.45% - 0.70% and dipeptide-2 0.40% - 0.60%). There are many different kind of peptides and they are naturally present in our skin. They all are a combination of amino-acids. Some of them work as natural anti-biotics, promote wound-healing and production of collagen. The science is still not settled on how effective peptides in skincare are, but it is very likely that they have a benefit. Peptides might help restore the skin barrier and fight the signs of aging. At the very least, peptides work as humectants: they attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improve its hydration.
Irritation risk
There 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.
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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- 4Safety assessment of hydrogenated starch hydrolysatesncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 5Safety Assessment of Alkyl Esters as Used in Cosmeticscir-safety.org
- 6Hesperidin methyl chalcone - a new cosmetic contact allergenncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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