La Roche-Posay Redermic Retinol Eye Cream For Sensitive Skin

Three steps removed from the active form of vitamin A - retinoic acid. To have an effect in the skin, it first needs to be converted twice to become the retinoic acid. This means it is less potent than retinol, but could also be less irritating. Once converted to the retinoic acid in the skin, it helps against all signs of aging, improves skin cell turnover and helps fight blemishes and clogged pores. However, in many cosmetic formulations, it is used in a concentration that is too low to have the full effect

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

Three steps removed from the active form of vitamin A - retinoic acid. To have an effect in the skin, it first needs to be converted twice to become the retinoic acid. This means it is less potent than retinol, but could also be less irritating. Once converted to the retinoic acid in the skin, it helps against all signs of aging, improves skin cell turnover and helps fight blemishes and clogged pores. However, in many cosmetic formulations, it is used in a concentration that is too low to have the full effect

Might help improve cell turnover and reduce inflammation in skin. One study shows that the ingredients might be able to help reduce dynamic wrinkles (for example, in the corners of the eyes or on the forehead)

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

A good emollient that helps soften the skin and helps repair its barrier function. It can clog pores if used in high concentrations.

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

Used to regulate product's pH, but can be also used as an exfoliator when included in higher concentrations. There is a controversy about whether it can generate free radicals and induce skin cell damage when used in topical products

Used to regulate product's pH, but can be also used as an exfoliator when included in higher concentrations. There is a controversy about whether it can generate free radicals and induce skin cell damage when used in topical products

Helps oil and water mix together and can enhance the penetration of other ingredients into the skin. It can be irritating

Three steps removed from the active form of vitamin A - retinoic acid. To have an effect in the skin, it first needs to be converted twice to become the retinoic acid. This means it is less potent than retinol, but could also be less irritating. Once converted to the retinoic acid in the skin, it helps against all signs of aging, improves skin cell turnover and helps fight blemishes and clogged pores. However, in many cosmetic formulations, it is used in a concentration that is too low to have the full effect

An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients

Three steps removed from the active form of vitamin A - retinoic acid. To have an effect in the skin, it first needs to be converted twice to become the retinoic acid. This means it is less potent than retinol, but could also be less irritating. Once converted to the retinoic acid in the skin, it helps against all signs of aging, improves skin cell turnover and helps fight blemishes and clogged pores. However, in many cosmetic formulations, it is used in a concentration that is too low to have the full effect

Used to create a nice product texture and helps soften the upper layer of the skin. Could be comedogenic

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

A good emollient that helps soften the skin and helps repair its barrier function. It can clog pores if used in high concentrations.

Used to regulate product's pH, but can be also used as an exfoliator when included in higher concentrations. There is a controversy about whether it can generate free radicals and induce skin cell damage when used in topical products

Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture

Used to regulate product's pH, but can be also used as an exfoliator when included in higher concentrations. There is a controversy about whether it can generate free radicals and induce skin cell damage when used in topical products

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

Stabilizes the product formulation

Used to create a nice product texture and helps soften the upper layer of the skin. Could be comedogenic

A non-drying alcohol. Works as an emollient. Helps water and oil mix together and creates a nice product texture

A good emollient that helps soften the skin and helps repair its barrier function. It can clog pores if used in high concentrations.

Plain old water

Used to create a nice product texture and helps soften the upper layer of the skin. Could be comedogenic

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

An emollient that helps to soften the skin and create a pleasant product texture and stabilize the formulation

Helps oil and water mix together and can enhance the penetration of other ingredients into the skin. It can be irritating

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

Helps water and oil mix together and create gel-like textures

A non-drying alcohol. Works as an emollient. Helps water and oil mix together and creates a nice product texture

A good emollient that helps soften the skin and helps repair its barrier function. It can clog pores if used in high concentrations.

Improves the texture of the product and helps soften the skin. Helps oil and water mix together and can be used as a cleansing agent

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

Three steps removed from the active form of vitamin A - retinoic acid. To have an effect in the skin, it first needs to be converted twice to become the retinoic acid. This means it is less potent than retinol, but could also be less irritating. Once converted to the retinoic acid in the skin, it helps against all signs of aging, improves skin cell turnover and helps fight blemishes and clogged pores. However, in many cosmetic formulations, it is used in a concentration that is too low to have the full effect

Might help improve cell turnover and reduce inflammation in skin. One study shows that the ingredients might be able to help reduce dynamic wrinkles (for example, in the corners of the eyes or on the forehead)

Used to regulate product's pH, but can be also used as an exfoliator when included in higher concentrations. There is a controversy about whether it can generate free radicals and induce skin cell damage when used in topical products

Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture

Helps water and oil mix together

A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products

An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients

Used to regulate product's pH, but can be also used as an exfoliator when included in higher concentrations. There is a controversy about whether it can generate free radicals and induce skin cell damage when used in topical products

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

Stabilizes the product formulation

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

Three steps removed from the active form of vitamin A - retinoic acid. To have an effect in the skin, it first needs to be converted twice to become the retinoic acid. This means it is less potent than retinol, but could also be less irritating. Once converted to the retinoic acid in the skin, it helps against all signs of aging, improves skin cell turnover and helps fight blemishes and clogged pores. However, in many cosmetic formulations, it is used in a concentration that is too low to have the full effect

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