Hourglass Cosmetics Veil Eye Primer
Works for
MoisturizingIsododecane, Helianthus annuus seed wax + 7 moreWorks
“Thanks to Viamerine WH60, the primer even targets lines and wrinkles by deeply hydrating the skin.”
This product can help soften the skin and reduce its moisture loss with emollients and occlusives: dimethicone, helianthus annuus seed wax.
Keep in mind that this product does not contain effective ingredients to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. This is why an additional product with humectants like glycerin or hyaluronic acid can be helpful (apply it before this product for the best results).
Evens skin toneTetrahexyldecyl ascorbate ~0.15–0.55%, below the ~4% it needsUnder-dosed
“This complexion-caring must-have also helps to nourish delicate skin thanks to the infusion of vitamins E and C, keeping your lids hydrated and evenly toned.”
Effective ingredients missing or their concentration is too low
Anti-agingTetrahexyldecyl ascorbate ~0.15–0.55%, below the ~4% it needsUnder-dosed
“Thanks to Viamerine WH60, the primer even targets lines and wrinkles by deeply hydrating the skin.”
Effective ingredients missing or their concentration is too low.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy1 strong irritant: Sorbitan sesquioleateMedium risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Isododecane~23–35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that helps soften the skin and can decrease moisture loss. Helps create a nice product texture
More about IsododecaneTalc~8.5–12.7%
Mica~5–7.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Creates an illusion of smoother and more radiant skin tone. Adds shimmer to the skin by reflecting light
More about MicaC13-14 alkane~4–6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about C13-14 alkaneTrimethylsiloxysilicate~3.2–4.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of silicone that helps create a nice product consistency and support the delivery of other ingredients
More about TrimethylsiloxysilicateDisteardimonium hectorite~2.2–3.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of clay that is used to thicken the product consistency
More about Disteardimonium hectoriteHelianthus annuus seed wax~2–3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and support skin's barrier function while creating a thicker product consistency
More about Helianthus annuus seed waxTrihydroxystearin~1.6–2.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and improve the product texture
More about TrihydroxystearinHydroxystearic/linolenic/oleic polyglycerides~1.4–2%
Triethylhexanoin~1–1.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about TriethylhexanoinSorbitan sesquioleate~0.9–1.35%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used to help oil and water mix together. Can be irritating
More about Sorbitan sesquioleateCalcium carbonate~1.1–1.7%
Vp/eicosene copolymer~0.9–1.35%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to improve the product adherence to the skin, for example, to pro-long the protective effect of sunscreens. Can be irritating to very sensitive skin
More about Vp/eicosene copolymerDimethicone~0.6–1.35%
- 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 DimethiconePropylene carbonate~0.45–1.05%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Is used to dissolve other ingredients and create nice product texture
More about Propylene carbonateSynthetic beeswax~0.4–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Synthetic beeswaxPeg-40 stearate~0.35–0.85%
Phenoxyethanol~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolTetrahexyldecyl ascorbate~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Being 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 ascorbateTocopheryl acetate~0.1–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A 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 acetateTitanium dioxide~0.1–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Works 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 dioxideCi 77163~0.1–0.3%
Iron oxides~0.1–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An umbrella term for the following three colorants: CI 77491, CI 77492, CI 77499. They might be able to offer some protection against visible light, but the degree of the protection is not clear
More about Iron oxidesIngredient list view
Isododecane, Talc, Mica, C13-14 alkane, Trimethylsiloxysilicate, Disteardimonium hectorite, Helianthus annuus seed wax, Trihydroxystearin, Hydroxystearic/linolenic/oleic polyglycerides, Triethylhexanoin, Sorbitan sesquioleate, Calcium carbonate, Vp/eicosene copolymer, Dimethicone, Propylene carbonate, Synthetic beeswax, Peg-40 stearate, Phenoxyethanol, Tetrahexyldecyl ascorbate, Tocopheryl acetate, Titanium dioxide, Ci 77163, Iron oxides
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Worth comparing, line by line.
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.
| Hourglass CosmeticsVeil Eye PrimerYOUR PRODUCT | Thrive CausemeticsEye Lift 360° Waterproof Primer | Marc Jacobs BeautyUnder Perfecting Coconut Eye Primer | Anastasia Beverly HillsMini Eye Primer | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 41% | 38% | 28% |
| Price | — | — | — | $15.43 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 4 of 4 | 3 of 4 | 1 of 4 |
| Key difference | — | Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1 | Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate | Panthenol |
| Irritancy | Medium | Medium | Medium | Low |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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Product summary
"Hourglass - Veil Eye Primer" could be helpful for: Moisturizing, but its actives are not the most effective or are not well-studied.
About the brand
According to Cruelty-Free Kitty "Hourglass" is cruelty free, but its parent company is not.
Price
The product retails for 30.00$ in the United States and from 27.00£ up to 33.06£ in the United Kingdom.
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 8 studies and safety reviews.
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- 6Final Report on the Safety Assessment of Dimethicone Copolyoljournals.sagepub.com
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