MISSHA Super Aqua Ultra Waterful Eye Treatment
Works for
MoisturizingNiacinamide, Glycerin + 15 moreWorks well
“Quench chronically dry and dehydrated skin surrounding the delicate eye area with the Super Aqua Ultra Waterful Eye Treatment from innovative Korean skincare and cosmetics label MISSHA .”
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:
arginine, 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: arginine, chondrus crispus extract.
The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: niacinamide
Evens skin toneSide benefit · NiacinamideWorks well
This product can help reduce hypepigmentation and even out the skin tone because it contains the following effective ingredients: niacinamide
Keep in mind that you would need to apply any topical skincare targetted at hypigmentation consistently for a couple of months to get a result. No topical skincare product can help get rid of hyperpigmentation (including post-acne marks and age spots) instantly.
Anti-agingSide benefit · Niacinamide, AdenosineWorks well
This product can help reduce and prevent fine lines and wrinkles, improve skin elasticity and firmness because it contains adenosine, niacinamide.
Keep in mind that it typically takes at least 6 weeks to notice any results because the changes that are needed to improve fine lines and elasticity happen in the deeper layers of the skin. No topical anti-aging product can “erase” wrinkles or fully reverse signs of aging.
Anti-oxidationSide benefit · Imperata cylindrica root extract, Lactobacillus ferment + 1 moreMay help
This product contains antioxidants (imperata cylindrica root extract) that might be able to help neutralize free radicals in skin to lessen the damage it gets from the UV light (sun). There is not enough evidence to confirm their effectiveness in skin though.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy9 flagged ingredientsMedium risk
Comedogenic1 ingredient rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale1 flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~45–55%
Glycerin~4.5–5.5%
- 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 GlycerinButylene glycol~3.9–4.8%
- 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 glycolCyclopentasiloxane~3.1–3.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A silicone that helps improve the product texture and spreadability. Can absorb oil creating a short-term mattifying effect on the skin
More about CyclopentasiloxaneCetyl ethylhexanoate~2.4–2.9%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An emollient that helps soften the skin and creates a thicker product texture
More about Cetyl ethylhexanoateNiacinamide~1.9–2.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Is proven to be effective in reducing blemishes, evening out skin tone and helping to improve lines and wrinkles. It helps the skin to repair sun damage, calm down inflammation and keep maintain good levels of moisture. The concentration of about 2% is effective for supporting the skin barrier and evening out the skin tone. Concentration of 4-6% is better for helping with acne and balancing the sebum production
More about NiacinamideSilica~1.9–2.3%
Chondrus crispus extract~1.5–1.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Red algae extract that helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and create a nicer product consistency
More about Chondrus crispus extractSaccharum officinarum extract~1.2–1.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Sugar extract that helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Saccharum officinarum extractAnastatica hierochuntica extract~0.95–1.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Betula platyphylla japonica juice~0.7–1.05%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Opuntia ficus-indica extract~0.6–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Pseudoalteromonas ferment extract~0.55–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Myrothamnus flabellifolia callus culture extract~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Opuntia ficus-indica callus culture extract~0.45–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Rhizophora mangle callus culture extract~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Salicornia herbacea callus culture extract~0.5–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Lactobacillus ferment~0.35–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A fermentation product created by bacteria Lactobacillus. The fermented product has anti-bacterial properties and might be helpful in calming down inflammation, but studies are lacking. Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Can be used as a preservative
More about Lactobacillus fermentImperata cylindrica root extract~0.3–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plat extract that might help neutralize free radicals in skin and attract water to its upper layer
More about Imperata cylindrica root extractOpuntia ficus-indica stem extract~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Adansonia digitata seed extract~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Adenium obesum leaf extract~0.3–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Dimethicone~0.3–0.6%
- 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 DimethiconePentylene glycol~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to preserve products, dissolve other ingredients and create a nice product texture
More about Pentylene glycolAcrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Maintains the texture of skincare products. Allows the product to spread evenly. Helps oil and water mix together
More about Acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymerArginine~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An amino acid that is naturally present in skin and helps keep it hydrated. When used together with AHAs, it can reduce their irritating effect on the skin
More about ArginineAmmonium acryloyldimethyltaurate/vp copolymer~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Increases thickness of a product. Texture enhancer for oil-in-water emulsions
More about Ammonium acryloyldimethyltaurate/vp copolymerPpg-5-ceteth-10 phosphate~0.3–0.5%
Dimethicone/vinyl dimethicone crosspolymer~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to stabilize product formulations and create a nice product texture
More about Dimethicone/vinyl dimethicone crosspolymerCaprylyl glycol~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture
More about Caprylyl glycolDimethiconol~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A silicone that makes products more spreadable and keeps skin smooth. Helps to add gloss to skin and may visually fill in fine lines/wrinkles for short time
More about DimethiconolSodium polyacrylate~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a gel-like product texture, as well as to stabilize emulsions
More about Sodium polyacrylateGlyceryl acrylate/acrylic acid copolymer~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and provide a longer-lasting hydration. Can create a thicker product consistency
More about Glyceryl acrylate/acrylic acid copolymerAdenosine~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
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)
More about Adenosine1,2-hexanediol~0.1–0.2%
Ethylhexylglycerin~0.15–0.25%
Glyceryl caprylate~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that can also help water and oil mix together, as well as prevent bacteria growth in products
More about Glyceryl caprylateDisodium edta~0.05–0.1%
Phenoxyethanol~0.1–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolIngredient list view
Water, Glycerin, Butylene glycol, Cyclopentasiloxane, Cetyl ethylhexanoate, Niacinamide, Silica, Chondrus crispus extract, Saccharum officinarum extract, Anastatica hierochuntica extract, Betula platyphylla japonica juice, Opuntia ficus-indica extract, Pseudoalteromonas ferment extract, Myrothamnus flabellifolia callus culture extract, Opuntia ficus-indica callus culture extract, Rhizophora mangle callus culture extract, Salicornia herbacea callus culture extract, Lactobacillus ferment, Imperata cylindrica root extract, Opuntia ficus-indica stem extract, Adansonia digitata seed extract, Adenium obesum leaf extract, Dimethicone, Pentylene glycol, Acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer, Arginine, Ammonium acryloyldimethyltaurate/vp copolymer, Ppg-5-ceteth-10 phosphate, Dimethicone/vinyl dimethicone crosspolymer, Caprylyl glycol, Dimethiconol, Sodium polyacrylate, Glyceryl acrylate/acrylic acid copolymer, Adenosine, 1,2-hexanediol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Glyceryl caprylate, Disodium edta, Phenoxyethanol
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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.
| MISSHASuper Aqua Ultra Waterful Eye TreatmentYOUR PRODUCT | so.koWonder Eyes Cream | Dr.MelaxinCalcium Dark Spot Cover Eye Cream | Perricone MDComplete Face & Eye Correction | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 86% | 85% | 84% |
| Price | — | — | $20.00 | $307.00 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 5 of 13 | 8 of 13 | 6 of 13 |
| Key difference | — | Panthenol | Pullulan | Acetyl Tetrapeptide-9 |
| Irritancy | Medium | Low | Medium | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
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Product summary
"MISSHA - Super Aqua Ultra Waterful Eye Treatment" is effective for: Moisturizing, Evens skin tone and Anti-aging
Ingredient callouts
- A good concentration of Niacinamide (1.90% - 2.40%). Niacinamide is a well-studied multi-tasking active. It is stable, and can work well in almost any hydrating formulation. There is solid evidence that Niacinamide can help support skin barrier, regulate oil production and reduce acne and clogged pores. It also helps to fight photodamage and improve the skin tone, reducing pigmentation marks.
- Adenosine 0.15% - 0.30%. It is a chemical present inside our skin cells. A clinical trial confirmed that topical application of Adenosine in a low concentration can reduce dynamic wrinkles (these are the wrinkles that appear with age in a places where our mimic is the most active, for example, in the corners of the eyes or on the forehead).
- Humectants (glycerin 4.50% - 5.50%, lactobacillus ferment 0.35% - 0.65%, imperata cylindrica root extract 0.30% - 0.60%, glyceryl acrylate/acrylic acid copolymer 0.20% - 0.35% and arginine 0.25% - 0.45%). These ingredients help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improve the skin hydration.
Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 11 studies and safety reviews.
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