Hourglass Equilibrium Intensive Hydrating Eye Balm
Works for
1 of 2 advertised claims delivered
Moisturizing14 ingredients credited for this claimGood support
“Equilibrium Intensive Hydrating Eye Balm”
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:
diglycerin, 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: dimethicone, phytosteryl/octyldodecyl lauroyl glutamate.
Anti-aging3 ingredients credited for this claimLimited support
“Fight signs of ageing with the Hourglass Equilibrium Eye Balm, an undereye treatment that works to reduce the appearance of fine lines, wrinkles and puffiness as it simultaneously helps to improve the skin's radiance.This intensive eye treatment features a balm-like texture that works to plump, moisturise and smooth the undereye area while protecting the skin and minimising the look of dark circles.”
This product does not contain ingredients that are able to reduce fine lines and wrinkles or help with skin elasticity, but it can improve the look of the skin temporarily through moisturization. Well-moisturized skin might also be able to repair the sun damage better.This ingredient - dipalmitoyl hydroxyproline - could be helpful for preventing or repairing signs of aging in theory, but there is no evidence that it actually works.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy5 flagged ingredientsLow risk
Comedogenic2 ingredients rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale2 flagged
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Ingredients
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Glycerin~22–33%
- 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 GlycerinTriethylhexanoin~7.6–11.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about TriethylhexanoinMethyl trimethicone~4.6–6.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of silicone that helps create a silky product finish and dissolve other ingredients
More about Methyl trimethiconeDiglycerin~3.5–5.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about DiglycerinPolyglyceryl-6 polyricinoleate~2.8–4.1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Polyglyceryl-6 polyricinoleateDimethicone~2.4–3.6%
- 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 DimethiconeDisteardimonium hectorite~1.8–2.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of clay that is used to thicken the product consistency
More about Disteardimonium hectoritePentylene glycol~1.5–2.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to preserve products, dissolve other ingredients and create a nice product texture
More about Pentylene glycolEthylhexyl palmitate~1.2–1.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
An emollient that helps soften the skin and create a nice product texture
More about Ethylhexyl palmitateGlyceryl dibehenate~1–1.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Peg-9 polydimethylsiloxyethyl dimethicone~0.6–1.35%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A type of silicone that helps water and oil mix together
More about Peg-9 polydimethylsiloxyethyl dimethiconePolymethylsilsesquioxane~0.55–1.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A 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 PolymethylsilsesquioxaneWater~0.55–1.25%
Ascorbic acid~0.5–1.2%
- Irritation risk
- High
The most well-researched antioxidant that works in skin. Helps neutralize free radicals supporting collagen production, helping to even out the skin tone and preventing early signs of aging
More about Ascorbic acidButylene glycol~0.45–1.05%
- 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 glycolDimethicone/vinyl dimethicone crosspolymer~0.4–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to stabilize product formulations and create a nice product texture
More about Dimethicone/vinyl dimethicone crosspolymerDipalmitoyl hydroxyproline~0.35–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Is claimed to stimulate collagen and elastin production, as well as work as an anti-oxidant. There is however not enough evidence for its effectiveness
More about Dipalmitoyl hydroxyprolineGlyceryl glucoside~0.35–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Can help to restore skin barrier function and soften its upper layer
More about Glyceryl glucosideLecithin~0.3–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used mostly for creating emulsions - helping oil and water mix together. Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about LecithinPhoenix dactylifera seed extract~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Phosphatidylglycerol~0.1–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin. It might help reduce inflammation and support the barrier function. This compound is naturally present in animal and plant tissue
More about PhosphatidylglycerolPhytosteryl/octyldodecyl lauroyl glutamate~0.15–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A mix of amino acids and plant-based lipids. Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin and reduce water loss over time
More about Phytosteryl/octyldodecyl lauroyl glutamateTheobroma cacao seed extract~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Tocopherol~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Pure form of vitamin E. Can help moisturise and protect the skin from free radicals. Often used to help stabilise other ingredients or the formula itself
More about TocopherolIngredient list view
Glycerin, Triethylhexanoin, Methyl trimethicone, Diglycerin, Polyglyceryl-6 polyricinoleate, Dimethicone, Disteardimonium hectorite, Pentylene glycol, Ethylhexyl palmitate, Glyceryl dibehenate, Peg-9 polydimethylsiloxyethyl dimethicone, Polymethylsilsesquioxane, Water, Ascorbic acid, Butylene glycol, Dimethicone/vinyl dimethicone crosspolymer, Dipalmitoyl hydroxyproline, Glyceryl glucoside, Lecithin, Phoenix dactylifera seed extract, Phosphatidylglycerol, Phytosteryl/octyldodecyl lauroyl glutamate, Theobroma cacao seed extract, Tocopherol
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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.
| HourglassEquilibrium Intensive Hydrating Eye BalmYOUR PRODUCT | La Roche-Posayredermic vitamin canti-ageing eye cream | NiveaQ10 Energy Fresh Look Eye Cream with Vitamin C | Cellex-CAdvanced C Eye Firming Cream | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 77% | 74% | 64% |
| Price | $82.00 | $64.71−$17.29 | $9.92−$72.08 | $84.15+$2.15 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 4 of 9 | 3 of 9 | 3 of 9 |
| Key difference | — | Madecassoside | Panthenol | Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride |
| Irritancy | Low | Low | Low | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 9 studies and safety reviews.
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- 4Final Report on the Safety Assessment of Dimethicone Copolyoljournals.sagepub.com
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