Manuka Doctor ApiClear Revitalising Eye Gel
Works for
1 of 3 advertised claims delivered
Moisturizing9 ingredients credited for this claimGood support
“Made with New Zealand Manuka honey, a natural humectant that leaves skin feeling moisturised, soothed and plumped.”
This product contains good ingredients to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. These ingredients are called "humectants": betaine, glycerin.
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).
Evens skin tone1 ingredient credited for this claimLimited support
“It also reduces pigmentation, helping to fade dark circles as well as diminishing puffiness under the eyes.”
This product contains ingredients (albizia julibrissin bark extract) that could help reduce hyperpigmentation (for example, post-acne marks or age spots) in theory, but there is not enough evidence that they actually work.
Anti-aging1 ingredient credited for this claimWeak support
“Containing a unique blend of natural ingredients to help visibly reduce puffiness and brighten dark circles whilst refining the appearance of wrinkles to nurture and restore the delicate eye area.”
Effective ingredients missing or their concentration is too low.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy8 flagged ingredientsLow risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~40–60%
Butylene glycol~5.7–8.6%
- 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 glycolGlycerin~3.6–5.3%
- 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 GlycerinPeg-40 hydrogenated castor oil~2.3–3.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Peg-40 hydrogenated castor oilSodium acrylates copolymer~1.8–2.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Sodium acrylates copolymerPrunus amygdalus dulcis oil~1.6–2.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that softens the skin
More about Prunus amygdalus dulcis oilPhenoxyethanol~0.5–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolAlbizia julibrissin bark extract~1.2–1.7%
- Irritation risk
- High
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 extractLecithin~1–1.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used mostly for creating emulsions - helping oil and water mix together. Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about LecithinCarbomer~0.55–1.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps create a thicker or gel-like product texture. It is not a surfactant but can be used in gentle cleansing formulations
More about CarbomerBenzyl alcohol~0.4–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- High
A preservative. Can be used to mask unpleasant smell. Can be irritating
More about Benzyl alcoholAllantoin~0.2–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps calm down inflammation in skin and can help reduce itching. Helps to repair the skin barrier and keep skin hydrated
More about AllantoinBetaine~0.3–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improves the product texture
More about BetaineDisodium edta~0.3–0.7%
Mel~0.2–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin and attract water to it
More about MelHoney~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the skin and might have some anti-bacterial properties. Can be an allergen
More about HoneyPanthenol~0.1–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help improve skin barrier function
More about PanthenolAvena strigosa seed extract~0.1–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Dehydroacetic acid~0.05–0.25%
Combretum farinosum flower nectar~0.05–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Potassium sorbate~0.05–0.25%
Sodium benzoate~0.05–0.2%
Darutoside~0.05–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Citric acid~0.01–0.05%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidIngredient list view
Water, Butylene glycol, Glycerin, Peg-40 hydrogenated castor oil, Sodium acrylates copolymer, Prunus amygdalus dulcis oil, Phenoxyethanol, Albizia julibrissin bark extract, Lecithin, Carbomer, Benzyl alcohol, Allantoin, Betaine, Disodium edta, Mel, Honey, Panthenol, Avena strigosa seed extract, Dehydroacetic acid, Combretum farinosum flower nectar, Potassium sorbate, Sodium benzoate, Darutoside, Citric acid
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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.
| Manuka DoctorApiClear Revitalising Eye GelYOUR PRODUCT | e.l.f. Cosmetics50 MG CBD Eye Cream | Dr. Barbara SturmEye Cream | Perricone MDHypoallergenic Firming Eye Cream | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 54% | 53% | 53% |
| Price | $23.73 | $15.00−$8.73 | $140.00+$116.27 | $18.00−$5.73 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 3 of 4 | 3 of 4 | 3 of 4 |
| Key difference | — | Dipeptide-2 | Biosaccharide Gum-1 | Acetyl Tetrapeptide-5 |
| Irritancy | Low | Low | Low | Low |
| 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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- 5Phytopharmacological properties of Albizia species: A reviewresearchgate.net
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