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erinsfaces Firming Eye Gel
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erinsfaces Firming Eye Gel

Efficacy0/100IrritancyHigh
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Moisturizing
Centella asiatica extract, Aloe barbadensis leaf juice
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What the product description says
“Cucumber seed oil soothes puffiness, organic gotu kola revitalizes and brightens, and organic aloe vera floods the delicate under-eye area with hydration.”
Source: Erin's faces

Does not contain good ingredients to help with moisturization.

Centella asiatica extractEffect: HighA plant extract that has been shown to be able to reduce inflammation in skin, support restoration of skin barrier function, as well as support collagen production. Contains active compounds called centelloids: asiaticoside, madecasosside, asiatic acid and madecassic acid. Might be helpful in preventing stretch marks. It can be itself be irritating though.~0.15–0.55%
Aloe barbadensis leaf juice· HumectantEffect: LowTraditionally 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~5–7.6%
Anti-oxidation
Side benefit · Centella asiatica extract, Taraxacum officinale extract
May help

This product contains antioxidants (centella asiatica 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.

Centella asiatica extractKey activeEffect: MediumA plant extract that has been shown to be able to reduce inflammation in skin, support restoration of skin barrier function, as well as support collagen production. Contains active compounds called centelloids: asiaticoside, madecasosside, asiatic acid and madecassic acid. Might be helpful in preventing stretch marks. It can be itself be irritating though.~0.15–0.55%
Taraxacum officinale extractEffect: Low, below effective doseA plant extract that might have anti-oxidant and anti-inflammatory properties, but evidence of effectiveness in skin is lacking. Can be an allergen~0.05–0.3%
Anti-aging
Side benefit the brand mentions · Centella asiatica extract, Aloe barbadensis leaf juice
May help
What the product description says
“CUCUMBER SEED OIL (fights free radicals that lead to aging & helps to promote the production of collagen which keeps skin firm)”
Source: Erin's faces

This product contains centella asiatica extract. This ingredient 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.

Centella asiatica extractKey activeEffect: MediumA plant extract that has been shown to be able to reduce inflammation in skin, support restoration of skin barrier function, as well as support collagen production. Contains active compounds called centelloids: asiaticoside, madecasosside, asiatic acid and madecassic acid. Might be helpful in preventing stretch marks. It can be itself be irritating though.~0.15–0.55%
Aloe barbadensis leaf juiceEffect: LowTraditionally 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~5–7.6%

Can it cause trouble?

Irritancy
3 strong irritants: Alcohol, Equisetum arvense extract + 1 more — patch-test recommended
High risk
We flagged 9 ingredients with irritancy potential. Severity depends on your sensitivity threshold; the table lists the worst offenders first.
IngredientFunctionIrritationEst. amount
AlcoholCan be drying and contribute to skin irritation. Used in formulars to dissolve other ingredients, create a thinner product consistency or for its antibacterial propertiesHigh~0.4–0.95%est.
Equisetum arvense extractA plant extract that might have anti-oxidant properties. Can be irritatingHigh~0.15–0.7%est.
Geranium maculatum extractContains an essential oil. Can be irritatingHigh~0.1–0.4%est.
Taraxacum officinale extractA plant extract that might have anti-oxidant and anti-inflammatory properties, but evidence of effectiveness in skin is lacking. Can be an allergenHigh~0.05–0.3%est.
Aloe barbadensis leaf juiceTraditionally 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 skinMedium~5–7.6%est.
Acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymerMaintains the texture of skincare products. Allows the product to spread evenly. Helps oil and water mix togetherMedium~1.4–2.2%est.
EthylhexylglycerinA preservativeMedium~0.4–0.95%est.
Centella asiatica extractA plant extract that has been shown to be able to reduce inflammation in skin, support restoration of skin barrier function, as well as support collagen production. Contains active compounds called centelloids: asiaticoside, madecasosside, asiatic acid and madecassic acid. Might be helpful in preventing stretch marks. It can be itself be irritating though.Medium~0.15–0.55%est.
Potassium sorbateA preservativeMedium~0.05–0.2%est.
Comedogenic
Clean of flagged comedogenic ingredients
None flagged

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Ingredients

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Water~40–60%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low

Plain old water

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Aloe barbadensis leaf juice~5–7.6%
Irritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium
Works for
MoisturizingReduces rednessReduces irritationAntibacterialAnti-inflammatoryAnti-blemishAnti-aging

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

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Sodium hydroxide~3–4.5%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low

Used to adjust the product's pH

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Cucumis sativus seed oil~2.1–3.1%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
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Acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer~1.4–2.2%
Irritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium

Maintains the texture of skincare products. Allows the product to spread evenly. Helps oil and water mix together

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Phenoxyethanol~0.3–0.75%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low

A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products

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Ethylhexylglycerin~0.4–0.95%
Irritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium

A preservative

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Alcohol~0.4–0.95%
Irritant · high
Irritation risk
High
Works for
Antibacterial

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

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Centella asiatica extract~0.15–0.55%
Key activeIrritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium
Works for
Reduces irritationReduces rednessMoisturizingAnti-inflammatoryAnti-agingAnti-oxidationAnti-blemish

A plant extract that has been shown to be able to reduce inflammation in skin, support restoration of skin barrier function, as well as support collagen production. Contains active compounds called centelloids: asiaticoside, madecasosside, asiatic acid and madecassic acid. Might be helpful in preventing stretch marks. It can be itself be irritating though.

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Equisetum arvense extract~0.15–0.7%
Irritant · high
Irritation risk
High

A plant extract that might have anti-oxidant properties. Can be irritating

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Geranium maculatum extract~0.1–0.4%
Irritant · high
Irritation risk
High

Contains an essential oil. Can be irritating

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Taraxacum officinale extract~0.05–0.3%
Irritant · high
Irritation risk
High
Works for
Anti-oxidationAnti-inflammatory

A plant extract that might have anti-oxidant and anti-inflammatory properties, but evidence of effectiveness in skin is lacking. Can be an allergen

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Potassium sorbate~0.05–0.2%
Irritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium

A preservative

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Sodium benzoate~0.01–0.05%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low

A preservative

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Ingredient list view

Water, Aloe barbadensis leaf juice, Sodium hydroxide, Cucumis sativus seed oil, Acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer, Phenoxyethanol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Alcohol, Centella asiatica extract, Equisetum arvense extract, Geranium maculatum extract, Taraxacum officinale extract, Potassium sorbate, Sodium benzoate

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Irritancy High Medium Medium High
Drying alcohol Contains drying alcohol ———
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Sources cited in this review

Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 10 studies and safety reviews.

  1. 1
    Anti-Inflammatory Effect of Titrated Extract of Centella asiatica in Phthalic Anhydride-Induced Allergic Dermatitis Animal Modelmdpi.com
  2. 2
    Centella asiatica in cosmetologyncbi.nlm.nih.gov
  3. 3
    Triterpene Composition and Bioactivities of Centella asiatica mdpi.com
  4. 4
    Asiaticoside induction for cell-cycle progression, proliferation and collagen synthesis in human dermal fibroblastsonlinelibrary.wiley.com
  5. 5
    Assessment report on Centella asiatica (L.) Urban, herbaema.europa.eu
  6. 6
    Contact dermatitis due to Madecassolonlinelibrary.wiley.com
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