KORRES Black Pine Eye-Lift Super Eye Serum

KORRES Black Pine Eye-Lift Super Eye Serum

Efficacy83/100IrritancyMedium

Works for

Moisturizing
Hexapeptide-11, Glycerin + 10 more
Works well
What the product description says
“Plus, antioxidant-rich black pine also serves to hydrate as it smooths uneven tone and texture.”
Source: Lookfantastic

This product contains good ingredients to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. These ingredients are called "humectants": glycerin, sodium hyaluronate.

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. If the air is dry, humectants can speed up the moisture loss from the skin. This is why it is a good idea to use another product on top of this one to help "seal in" the moisture (look for ingredients like dimethicone, squalane, oils and butters).

The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: hexapeptide-11

Hexapeptide-11HeroEffect: HighA type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles~0.1–0.35%
GlycerinKey active· HumectantEffect: HighOne of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant~4.2–6.3%
Hydrolyzed sodium hyaluronateKey activeEffect: HighAttracts water into the upper layer of the skin~0.1–0.35%
Sodium hyaluronateKey active· HumectantEffect: HighOne of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin~0.05–0.2%
Tamarindus indica seed gumKey activeEffect: MediumHelps to attract water to the upper layer of the skin and create a nice product finish on the skin~0.05–0.25%
Butylene glycol· HumectantEffect: LowUsed 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~1.3–2%
Epigallocatechin gallateEffect: LowA polyphenol found in tea. This particular compound abbreviated EGCG is the most powerful antioxidant among those extracted from tea (usually green tea). Unfortunately, EGCG is unstable, requires a low pH (below 4) to prevent quick degradation, and does not penetrate the skin very well. This is why the full anti-oxidant effect of EGCG is typically not realized when it is added to topical skincare~0.35–0.8%
Glyceryl stearate citrate· EmollientEffect: LowHelps oil and water mix together while softening the upper layer of the skin~0.15–0.5%
Pentylene glycol· EmollientEffect: LowUsed to preserve products, dissolve other ingredients and create a nice product texture~0.1–0.3%
Avena sativa kernel extractUnder-dosedAn effective moisturizing and skin barrier repair ingredient. Helps calm down inflammation and has some anti-oxidant properties~1.5–2.3%
Lactic acidUnder-dosedAn exfoliating and moisturizing alpha-hydroxy acid (AHA). Typically causes less irritation than other AHAs, for example, glycolic acid. At high concentrations (about 15%), lactic acid can help reduce lines and wrinkles. Recent studies show that lactic acid can support the "good" bacteria living on skin's surface (healthy skin microbiome)~0.1–0.3%
PanthenolUnder-dosedHelps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help improve skin barrier function~0.05–0.25%
Anti-aging
Epigallocatechin gallate, Epigallocatechin gallatyl glucoside + 2 more
May help
What the product description says
“Targeting common concerns, the formula helps so minimise the appearance of wrinkles, puffiness and dark circles.”
Source: Lookfantastic

This product contains epigallocatechin gallate, epigallocatechin gallatyl glucoside, hexapeptide-11. 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.

Epigallocatechin gallateKey activeEffect: MediumA polyphenol found in tea. This particular compound abbreviated EGCG is the most powerful antioxidant among those extracted from tea (usually green tea). Unfortunately, EGCG is unstable, requires a low pH (below 4) to prevent quick degradation, and does not penetrate the skin very well. This is why the full anti-oxidant effect of EGCG is typically not realized when it is added to topical skincare~0.35–0.8%
Epigallocatechin gallatyl glucosideKey activeEffect: MediumA synthetic version of green tea polyphenol that helps neutralize free radicals in skin~0.15–0.65%
Hexapeptide-11Key activeEffect: MediumA type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles~0.1–0.35%
Lactic acidUnder-dosedAn exfoliating and moisturizing alpha-hydroxy acid (AHA). Typically causes less irritation than other AHAs, for example, glycolic acid. At high concentrations (about 15%), lactic acid can help reduce lines and wrinkles. Recent studies show that lactic acid can support the "good" bacteria living on skin's surface (healthy skin microbiome)~0.1–0.3%
Evens skin tone
Epigallocatechin gallate, Albizia julibrissin bark extract + 1 more
May help
What the product description says
“Plus, antioxidant-rich black pine also serves to hydrate as it smooths uneven tone and texture.”
Source: Lookfantastic

The following ingredient (ingredients) in this product might be helpful, but there is no evidence to confirm that it actually works: albizia julibrissin bark extract, epigallocatechin gallate.

Epigallocatechin gallateKey activeEffect: MediumA polyphenol found in tea. This particular compound abbreviated EGCG is the most powerful antioxidant among those extracted from tea (usually green tea). Unfortunately, EGCG is unstable, requires a low pH (below 4) to prevent quick degradation, and does not penetrate the skin very well. This is why the full anti-oxidant effect of EGCG is typically not realized when it is added to topical skincare~0.35–0.8%
Albizia julibrissin bark extractEffect: LowA plant extract that might help to neutralize free radicals in skin. Is claimed to help reduce hyperpigmentation but evidence is missing~1.9–2.9%
Lactic acidUnder-dosedAn exfoliating and moisturizing alpha-hydroxy acid (AHA). Typically causes less irritation than other AHAs, for example, glycolic acid. At high concentrations (about 15%), lactic acid can help reduce lines and wrinkles. Recent studies show that lactic acid can support the "good" bacteria living on skin's surface (healthy skin microbiome)~0.1–0.3%
Anti-oxidation
Not advertised by the brand · Epigallocatechin gallate, Epigallocatechin gallatyl glucoside + 5 more
Works well

This product contains antioxidants (epigallocatechin gallatyl glucoside) that can help neutralize free radicals in skin. By doing so, they can lessen the damage the skin gets from the UV light (sun).

The following ingredients - epigallocatechin gallate also can have an antioxidant effect, but there is less evidence to confirm their effectiveness in skin.

Epigallocatechin gallateKey activeEffect: MediumA polyphenol found in tea. This particular compound abbreviated EGCG is the most powerful antioxidant among those extracted from tea (usually green tea). Unfortunately, EGCG is unstable, requires a low pH (below 4) to prevent quick degradation, and does not penetrate the skin very well. This is why the full anti-oxidant effect of EGCG is typically not realized when it is added to topical skincare~0.35–0.8%
Epigallocatechin gallatyl glucosideKey activeEffect: HighA synthetic version of green tea polyphenol that helps neutralize free radicals in skin~0.15–0.65%
Albizia julibrissin bark extractEffect: LowA plant extract that might help to neutralize free radicals in skin. Is claimed to help reduce hyperpigmentation but evidence is missing~1.9–2.9%
Lonicera japonica flower extractEffect: LowA plant extract that might help neutralize free radicals in skin. Can contain volalite oils and be irritating~0.1–0.35%
Lonicera caprifolium flower extractEffect: LowA plant extract that might help neutralize free radicals in skin. Can contain volalite oils and be irritating~0.05–0.3%
Peucedanum graveolens extractEffect: LowA plant extract. Might have an antioxidant effect. Can be used as a fragrance~0.05–0.15%
Avena sativa kernel extractEffect: Low, below effective doseAn effective moisturizing and skin barrier repair ingredient. Helps calm down inflammation and has some anti-oxidant properties~1.5–2.3%

Can it cause trouble?

Irritancy
1 strong irritant: Peucedanum graveolens extract
Medium risk
We flagged 12 ingredients with irritancy potential. Severity depends on your sensitivity threshold; the table lists the worst offenders first.
IngredientFunctionIrritationEst. amount
Albizia julibrissin bark extractA plant extract that might help to neutralize free radicals in skin. Is claimed to help reduce hyperpigmentation but evidence is missingHigh~1.9–2.9%est.
Lonicera caprifolium flower extractA plant extract that might help neutralize free radicals in skin. Can contain volalite oils and be irritatingHigh~0.05–0.3%est.
Lonicera japonica flower extractA plant extract that might help neutralize free radicals in skin. Can contain volalite oils and be irritatingHigh~0.1–0.35%est.
Peucedanum graveolens extractA plant extract. Might have an antioxidant effect. Can be used as a fragranceHigh~0.05–0.15%est.
Benzyl alcoholA preservative. Can be used to mask unpleasant smell. Can be irritatingHigh~0.05–0.2%est.
Acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymerMaintains the texture of skincare products. Allows the product to spread evenly. Helps oil and water mix togetherMedium~2.6–3.9%est.
Citric acidCan work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pHMedium~1.2–1.8%est.
Lactic acidAn exfoliating and moisturizing alpha-hydroxy acid (AHA). Typically causes less irritation than other AHAs, for example, glycolic acid. At high concentrations (about 15%), lactic acid can help reduce lines and wrinkles. Recent studies show that lactic acid can support the "good" bacteria living on skin's surface (healthy skin microbiome)Medium~0.1–0.3%est.
Pentylene glycolUsed to preserve products, dissolve other ingredients and create a nice product textureMedium~0.1–0.3%est.
Polyglyceryl-6 laurateHelps oil and water mix togetherMedium~0.05–0.2%est.
Tamarindus indica seed gumHelps to attract water to the upper layer of the skin and create a nice product finish on the skinMedium~0.05–0.25%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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Glycerin~4.2–6.3%
Key active
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Moisturizing

One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant

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Ethylene/acrylic acid copolymer~3.3–4.9%
Formula
Acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer~2.6–3.9%
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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Albizia julibrissin bark extract~1.9–2.9%
Irritant · high
Irritation risk
High
Works for
Anti-oxidationEvens skin toneAnti-inflammatory

A plant extract that might help to neutralize free radicals in skin. Is claimed to help reduce hyperpigmentation but evidence is missing

More about Albizia julibrissin bark extract
Avena sativa kernel extract~1.5–2.3%
Under-dosed
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Reduces irritationMoisturizingAnti-inflammatoryReduces rednessAnti-oxidation

An effective moisturizing and skin barrier repair ingredient. Helps calm down inflammation and has some anti-oxidant properties

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Butylene glycol~1.3–2%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Moisturizing

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

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Citric acid~1.2–1.8%
Irritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium

Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH

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Copper lysinate/prolinate~0.9–1.35%
Formula
Darutoside~0.5–1.15%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
More about Darutoside
Epigallocatechin gallate~0.35–0.8%
Key active
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Anti-agingEvens skin toneAnti-blemishAnti-oxidationMoisturizing

A polyphenol found in tea. This particular compound abbreviated EGCG is the most powerful antioxidant among those extracted from tea (usually green tea). Unfortunately, EGCG is unstable, requires a low pH (below 4) to prevent quick degradation, and does not penetrate the skin very well. This is why the full anti-oxidant effect of EGCG is typically not realized when it is added to topical skincare

More about Epigallocatechin gallate
Epigallocatechin gallatyl glucoside~0.15–0.65%
Key active
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Anti-oxidationAnti-aging

A synthetic version of green tea polyphenol that helps neutralize free radicals in skin

More about Epigallocatechin gallatyl glucoside
Glyceryl stearate citrate~0.15–0.5%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
CleansingMoisturizing

Helps oil and water mix together while softening the upper layer of the skin

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Hexapeptide-11~0.1–0.35%
Hero · Moisturizing
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
MoisturizingAnti-aging

A type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles

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Hydrolyzed sodium hyaluronate~0.1–0.35%
Key active
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Moisturizing

Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin

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Lactic acid~0.1–0.3%
Under-dosedIrritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium
Works for
Evens skin toneMoisturizingExfoliationAnti-aging

An exfoliating and moisturizing alpha-hydroxy acid (AHA). Typically causes less irritation than other AHAs, for example, glycolic acid. At high concentrations (about 15%), lactic acid can help reduce lines and wrinkles. Recent studies show that lactic acid can support the "good" bacteria living on skin's surface (healthy skin microbiome)

More about Lactic acid
Lonicera caprifolium flower extract~0.05–0.3%
Irritant · high
Irritation risk
High
Works for
Anti-oxidation

A plant extract that might help neutralize free radicals in skin. Can contain volalite oils and be irritating

More about Lonicera caprifolium flower extract
Lonicera japonica flower extract~0.1–0.35%
Irritant · high
Irritation risk
High
Works for
Anti-oxidation

A plant extract that might help neutralize free radicals in skin. Can contain volalite oils and be irritating

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Methylglucoside phosphate~0.1–0.35%
Formula
Mica~0.1–0.35%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low

Creates an illusion of smoother and more radiant skin tone. Adds shimmer to the skin by reflecting light

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Panthenol~0.05–0.25%
Under-dosed
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
MoisturizingReduces rednessReduces irritation

Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help improve skin barrier function

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Pentylene glycol~0.1–0.3%
Irritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium
Works for
Moisturizing

Used to preserve products, dissolve other ingredients and create a nice product texture

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Peucedanum graveolens extract~0.05–0.15%
Irritant · high
Irritation risk
High
Works for
Anti-oxidation

A plant extract. Might have an antioxidant effect. Can be used as a fragrance

More about Peucedanum graveolens extract
Pinus nigra bark extract~0.05–0.15%
Formula
Pinus nigra bud/needle extract~0.05–0.2%
Formula
Poloxamer 338~0.05–0.2%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Cleansing
More about Poloxamer 338
Polyacrylate crosspolymer-6~0.05–0.2%
Formula
Polyglyceryl-6 laurate~0.05–0.2%
Irritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium
Works for
Cleansing

Helps oil and water mix together

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Silica~0.1–0.45%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low

Used to absorb oil and can temporarily mattify skin

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Sodium hyaluronate~0.05–0.2%
Key active
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Moisturizing

One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin

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Sodium hydroxide~0.05–0.25%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low

Used to adjust the product's pH

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Tamarindus indica seed gum~0.05–0.25%
Key activeIrritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium
Works for
Moisturizing

Helps to attract water to the upper layer of the skin and create a nice product finish on the skin

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Xanthan gum~0.05–0.2%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Cleansing

Used to create a thicker product consistency

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Titanium dioxide~0.1–0.4%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Sun protection

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

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Benzyl alcohol~0.05–0.2%
Irritant · high
Irritation risk
High

A preservative. Can be used to mask unpleasant smell. Can be irritating

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Phenoxyethanol~0.05–0.2%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low

A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products

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

A preservative

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Sodium benzoate~0.05–0.15%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low

A preservative

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Ingredient list view

Water, Glycerin, Ethylene/acrylic acid copolymer, Acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer, Albizia julibrissin bark extract, Avena sativa kernel extract, Butylene glycol, Citric acid, Copper lysinate/prolinate, Darutoside, Epigallocatechin gallate, Epigallocatechin gallatyl glucoside, Glyceryl stearate citrate, Hexapeptide-11, Hydrolyzed sodium hyaluronate, Lactic acid, Lonicera caprifolium flower extract, Lonicera japonica flower extract, Methylglucoside phosphate, Mica, Panthenol, Pentylene glycol, Peucedanum graveolens extract, Pinus nigra bark extract, Pinus nigra bud/needle extract, Poloxamer 338, Polyacrylate crosspolymer-6, Polyglyceryl-6 laurate, Silica, Sodium hyaluronate, Sodium hydroxide, Tamarindus indica seed gum, Xanthan gum, Titanium dioxide, Benzyl alcohol, Phenoxyethanol, Potassium sorbate, Sodium benzoate

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Shared key ingredients—3 of 84 of 83 of 8
Key difference—Palmitoyl Tripeptide-5Decapeptide-22Tripeptide-1
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Product summary

"KORRES - Black Pine Eye-Lift Super Eye Serum" is effective for: Moisturizing

This product could be helpful for: Evens skin tone and Anti-aging, but its actives are not the most effective or are not well-studied.

Ingredient callouts

  • Peptides (hexapeptide-11 0.10% - 0.35%). There are many different kind of Peptides and they are naturally present in our skin. They all are a combination of aminoacids. Some of them work as natural antibiotics, promote wound-healing and production of collagen. The science is still not settled on how effective Peptides are in skincare, but it is very likely that they have a benefit. They 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.
  • Humectants (sodium hyaluronate 0.05% - 0.15% and glycerin 4.20% - 6.30%). These ingredients help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improve the skin hydration.

About the brand

According to Cruelty-Free Kitty "KORRES" is cruelty free, but its parent company is not.

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KORRES Black Pine Eye-Lift Super Eye Serum
KORRESBlack Pine Eye-Lift Super Eye Serum

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