PRODUCT REVIEW
Mesoestetic Energy C Eye Contour Energizing Cream
Works for:
based on ingredients and %- Anti-aging
- Moisturizing
- Evens skin tone
- Anti-oxidation
Show more
Can it cause trouble?
Add to Compare
Cheaper alternatives
What can the product work for?
Works for
Anti-aging
What does the product description say?
MESOESTETIC ENERGY C EYE CONTOUR CREAM 15mlEnergizing cream that helps diminish dark circles and increase firmness to the delicate area around the eyes.
ascorbyl glucoside
3.2% -
3.9%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Effectiveness:
MEDIUM
A vitamin C derivative that is more stable but less potent than pure form of vitamin C. Has a potential to boost collagen production, nutralise free radicals and reduce hyperpigmentation, but the required concentration is likely to be much higher than for the pure form of vitamin C, limiting the ingredient's effectiveness in products
Moisturizing
What does the product description say?
A blend of Plant Tresors and Collagen Synthesis Stimulants work in synergy to hydrate the delicate skin around the eyes, visibly reduce fine lines and provide a toned appearance Expect a firmer looking eye contour that appears healthy, youthful and radiant.
caprylic/capric triglyceride
2% -
2.5%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH
A good mix of fatty acids that forms a protective layer on the skin. Improves the shelf life of products. Derived from coconut and glycerin
dimethicone
1% -
1.3%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH
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
glycerin
4.9% -
6%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant
Show more
Evens skin tone
ascorbyl glucoside
3.2% -
3.9%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Effectiveness:
MEDIUM
A vitamin C derivative that is more stable but less potent than pure form of vitamin C. Has a potential to boost collagen production, nutralise free radicals and reduce hyperpigmentation, but the required concentration is likely to be much higher than for the pure form of vitamin C, limiting the ingredient's effectiveness in products
Anti-oxidation
ascorbyl glucoside
3.2% -
3.9%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Effectiveness:
MEDIUM
A vitamin C derivative that is more stable but less potent than pure form of vitamin C. Has a potential to boost collagen production, nutralise free radicals and reduce hyperpigmentation, but the required concentration is likely to be much higher than for the pure form of vitamin C, limiting the ingredient's effectiveness in products
tocopheryl acetate
0.55% -
0.8%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Insufficient!
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.
avena sativa kernel extract
0.35% -
0.6%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Insufficient!
An effective moisturizing and skin barrier repair ingredient. Helps calm down inflammation and has some anti-oxidant properties
Show more
Honesty check
How honest is this product?
| Promise | Can it deliver? |
|---|---|
| Anti-aging | |
| Moisturizing |
Total Promises Fulfilled score:
75/100.
Buy now
We receive a small commission for purchases made through these links at no cost for you. Thank you for your support! Learn more
.png?width=10&height=10&q=50&func=fit){kind=small}
Can it cause trouble?
- Overall product irritation risk
- Acne & comedogenic risk ingredients: 1
Potential irritants
parfum
0.3% -
0.6%
Irritation risk:
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
rosmarinus officinalis leaf extract
0.2% -
0.35%
Irritation risk:
Works for:
Anti-blemish,
Anti-oxidation,
Antibacterial
Can be helpful in reducing inflammation in skin, including inflamed acne. It can be irritating
Show more
Comodogenic ingredients
isopropyl myristate
1.7% -
2%
Irritation risk: Comedogenicity: High
Works for:
Moisturizing
An emollient that helps soften the skin. Could be comedogenic
User reviews (0)
Similar products & dupes
| Mesoestetic - Energy C Eye Contour Energizing Cream |  Clarins - ClarinsMen Line-Control Eye Balm |  Boots - Ingredients Caffeine Eye Cream |  Über Youth™ - Super Eye Energy Peptide-Infusion Cream |  Beauty Pie - Über Youth™ Super Eye Energy Peptide-Infusion Cream |  CeraVe - Skin Renewing Eye Cream |  ACO - Anti Age Smoothing Eye Cream |  SCINIC - Snail Matrix Eye Cream |  Me - Eye Cream |  Swissline - Youth Inducing Eye Cream |  Perricone MD - Hypoallergenic Firming Eye Cream | |
| Price | |||||||||||
| WIMJ similarity score |
39%
|
39%
|
39%
|
39%
|
38%
|
37%
|
36%
|
36%
|
36%
|
36%
| |
| Key ingredients | Common:
Other: | Common:
Other:
| Common:
Other: | Common:
Other: | Common:
Other:
| Common:
Other:
| Common:
Other:
| Common:
Other: | Common:
Other:
| Common:
Other: | |
| Irritancy | IRRITANCY
MEDIUM
| IRRITANCY
LOW
| IRRITANCY
LOW
| IRRITANCY
MEDIUM
| IRRITANCY
MEDIUM
| IRRITANCY
LOW
| IRRITANCY
LOW
| IRRITANCY
MEDIUM
| IRRITANCY
LOW
| IRRITANCY
MEDIUM
| IRRITANCY
LOW
|
| Potential Irritants |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
| All ingredients |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Ingredients & concentrations
All ingredients
Key Actives
ascorbyl glucoside
3.2% -
3.9%
Irritation risk:
Works for:
Anti-aging,
Anti-oxidation,
Evens skin tone
A vitamin C derivative that is more stable but less potent than pure form of vitamin C. Has a potential to boost collagen production, nutralise free radicals and reduce hyperpigmentation, but the required concentration is likely to be much higher than for the pure form of vitamin C, limiting the ingredient's effectiveness in products
rosmarinus officinalis leaf extract
0.2% -
0.35%
Irritation risk:
Works for:
Anti-blemish,
Anti-oxidation,
Antibacterial
Can be helpful in reducing inflammation in skin, including inflamed acne. It can be irritating
Show more
Potential irritants
parfum
0.3% -
0.6%
Irritation risk:
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
rosmarinus officinalis leaf extract
0.2% -
0.35%
Irritation risk:
Works for:
Anti-blemish,
Anti-oxidation,
Antibacterial
Can be helpful in reducing inflammation in skin, including inflamed acne. It can be irritating
Show more
Comodogenic ingredients
isopropyl myristate
1.7% -
2%
Irritation risk: Comedogenicity: High
Works for:
Moisturizing
An emollient that helps soften the skin. Could be comedogenic
All ingredients
glycerin
4.9% -
6%
Irritation risk:
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
butylene glycol
3.9% -
4.7%
Irritation risk:
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
Show more
Ingredient list view
Water, Glycerin, Butylene glycol, Ascorbyl glucoside, C12-20 acid peg-8 ester, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Isopropyl myristate, Cetyl alcohol, Cyclomethicone, Dimethicone, Hydroxypropyl starch phosphate, Apricot kernel oil peg-6 esters, Tocopheryl acetate, Citric acid, Isohexadecane, Peg-40 hydrogenated castor oil, Peg-7 glyceryl cocoate, Parfum, Avena sativa kernel extract, Disodium edta, Polysorbate 80, Helianthus annuus seed oil, Rosmarinus officinalis leaf extract, Bha, Bht, Polyquaternium-7, Hydrolyzed elastin, Methylsilanol mannuronate, Sodium benzoate, Sorbic acid, Acrylamide/sodium acryloyldimethyltaurate copolymer, Phenoxyethanol, Ethylhexylglycerin
Sources
- Glycerol and the skin: holistic approach to its origin and functions
- The Roles of Vitamin C in Skin Health
- Stability, transdermal penetration, and cutaneous effects of ascorbic acid and its derivatives
- Dimethicone as a protective ingredient in topical medications
- Final Report on the Safety Assessment of Dimethicone Copolyol
- Amended Safety Assessment of PEGylated Oils as Used in Cosmetics
- Effect of Olive and Sunflower Seed Oil on the Adult Skin Barrier: Implications for Neonatal Skin Care
- Topically Applied Sunflower Seed Oil Prevents Invasive Bacterial Infections in Preterm Infants in Egypt
- Effect of topically applied lipids on surfactant-irritated skin
- Impact of topical oils on the skin barrier: possible implications for neonatal health in developing countries
- Allergic contact dermatitis induced by rosemary leaf extract in a cleansing gel
- Safety Assessment of Rosmarinus officinalis (Rosemary)-Derived Ingredients as Used in Cosmetics