MZ Skin Soothe & Smooth Hyaluronic Brightening Eye Complex
Works for
MoisturizingCeramide np, Glycerin + 14 moreWorks well
“With ceramides and hyaluronic acid, it provides long-lasting hydration that works to smooth fine lines and boost suppleness, helping to leave the eye area brighter, more even and youthfully smooth.”
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:
glycerin, hydrolyzed hyaluronic acid.
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: butyrospermum parkii butter, caprylic/capric triglyceride.
The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: ceramide np
Anti-agingButyrospermum parkii butter, Tocopherol + 1 moreNot delivered
“Providing skincare tailored to the delicate eye area, this eye cream is formulated with a tri-peptide designed to stimulate collagen and elastin to help nourish and repair the skin for a firmer, more lifted appearance.”
This product does not contain ingredients that are able to reduce fine lines and wrinkles or help with skin elasticity, but it can improve the look of the skin temporarily through moisturization. Well-moisturized skin might also be able to repair the sun damage better.This ingredient - butyrospermum parkii butter - could be helpful for preventing or repairing signs of aging in theory, but there is no evidence that it actually works.
This ingredient rubus idaeus seed oil might be able to help neutralize free radicals in skin and help it fight off some of the sun damage.
Anti-oxidationSide benefit · Rubus idaeus seed oil, Butyrospermum parkii butter + 6 moreMay help
This product contains antioxidants (rubus idaeus seed oil) 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?
Irritancy5 strong irritants: Parfum, Hexyl cinnamal + 3 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
Comedogenic3 ingredients rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale3 flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~45–55%
Glycerin~5.4–6.6%
- 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 GlycerinButyrospermum parkii butter~4.5–5.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
A great moisturising ingredient that softens the skin and reduces water loss from its upper layer. It also can be helpful in protecting skin from free radicals
More about Butyrospermum parkii butterCaprylic/capric triglyceride~3.2–3.9%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
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
More about Caprylic/capric triglycerideTribehenin peg-20 esters~2.4–3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Tribehenin peg-20 estersCaryodendron orinocense seed oil~2–2.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A plant oil with a high content of linoleic acid that helps soften the upper layer of the skin and helps strengthen the skin barrier. It is an excellent moisturizer. Might have an anti-oxidant effect
More about Caryodendron orinocense seed oilRubus idaeus seed oil~1.7–2.1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant oil that might be able to help neutralize free radicals in skin
More about Rubus idaeus seed oilMyristyl myristate~1.6–2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
An emollient. Is not recommended for acne-prone skin as it can be comedogenic
More about Myristyl myristateTribehenin~1.3–1.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency and soften the upper layer of the skin
More about TribeheninButylene glycol~1–1.3%
- 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 glycolAdipic acid/neopentyl glycol crosspolymer~0.8–1.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps optically blurr skin imperfections such as fine lines and pores
More about Adipic acid/neopentyl glycol crosspolymerCetearyl alcohol~0.7–1.05%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 2/5
A non-drying alcohol. Works as an emollient. Helps water and oil mix together and creates a nice product texture
More about Cetearyl alcoholPhenoxyethanol~0.55–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolOlive glycerides~0.5–0.75%
Albizia julibrissin bark extract~0.45–0.7%
- 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 extractPolyacrylamide~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to improve product texture and help oil and water mix together
More about PolyacrylamideAscorbyl tetraisopalmitate~0.45–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A vitamin C derivative. Studies show that is might be effective in reducing hyperpigmentation, but there are no studies confirming that it is effectively converted into the bioavailable form of Vitamin C in skin. It is not clear how this derivative compares in effectiveness to the topical application of bioavailable form of vitamin C (L-ascorbic acid)
More about Ascorbyl tetraisopalmitateHydrogenated starch hydrolysate~0.4–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Can add sweet taste to lip products
More about Hydrogenated starch hydrolysateC13-14 isoparaffin~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin, dissolve other ingredients and create a thicker product consistency
More about C13-14 isoparaffinPolyacrylate crosspolymer-6~0.35–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Hydrolyzed hyaluronic acid~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin. A version of it is naturally present in skin
More about Hydrolyzed hyaluronic acidCeramide np~0.35–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of lipid similar to ceramides naturally present in skin. Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin and supports the skin barrier function to keep it hydrated. Can help to prevent inflammation in skin
More about Ceramide npLaureth-7~0.3–0.55%
Ethylhexylglycerin~0.3–0.5%
Parfum~0.3–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumTocopherol~0.3–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
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
More about TocopherolMethylsilanol mannuronate~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Ascophyllum nodosum extract~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Brown seaweed extract. Can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and might have some antioxidant effect
More about Ascophyllum nodosum extractHexyl cinnamal~0.25–0.5%
Sodium hydroxide~0.3–0.5%
Linalool~0.25–0.45%
Sodium benzoate~0.25–0.4%
Sorbic acid~0.2–0.4%
Asparagopsis armata extract~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Red seaweed extract. Can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and might have some antioxidant effect
More about Asparagopsis armata extractMyristoyl tripeptide-31~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Darutoside~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Benzyl salicylate~0.15–0.25%
Hydroxycitronellal~0.1–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- High
A fragrance. A likely allergen and can be irritating
More about HydroxycitronellalPotassium sorbate~0.15–0.25%
Ingredient list view
Water, Glycerin, Butyrospermum parkii butter, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Tribehenin peg-20 esters, Caryodendron orinocense seed oil, Rubus idaeus seed oil, Myristyl myristate, Tribehenin, Butylene glycol, Adipic acid/neopentyl glycol crosspolymer, Cetearyl alcohol, Phenoxyethanol, Olive glycerides, Albizia julibrissin bark extract, Polyacrylamide, Ascorbyl tetraisopalmitate, Hydrogenated starch hydrolysate, C13-14 isoparaffin, Polyacrylate crosspolymer-6, Hydrolyzed hyaluronic acid, Ceramide np, Laureth-7, Ethylhexylglycerin, Parfum, Tocopherol, Methylsilanol mannuronate, Ascophyllum nodosum extract, Hexyl cinnamal, Sodium hydroxide, Linalool, Sodium benzoate, Sorbic acid, Asparagopsis armata extract, Myristoyl tripeptide-31, Darutoside, Benzyl salicylate, Hydroxycitronellal, Potassium sorbate
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| MZ SkinSoothe & Smooth Hyaluronic Brightening Eye ComplexYOUR PRODUCT | GenabelleGlutamin-C Luminous Eye Cream 10ml | BepantholFace and eye cream | Dr. Jart+Ceramidin™ Skin Barrier Moisturizing Eye Cream | |
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| Match | — | 62% | 61% | 61% |
| Price | ≈ $160.99 | $10.50≈ −$150.49 | — | $42.94≈ −$118.05 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 5 of 11 | 5 of 11 | 4 of 11 |
| Key difference | — | Niacinamide | Niacinamide | Adenosine |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Medium | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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Product summary
Judging from the ingredient list, "MZ Skin - Soothe & Smooth Hyaluronic Brightening Eye Complex" works well for improving skin hydration As we expect from a proper moisturizer, the formula includes a combo of effective humectants and emollients. These are the two different types of ingredients that are essential for improving the skin hydration and supporting a healthy skin barrier. Humectants in this product (glycerin, hydrolyzed hyaluronic acid, hydrogenated starch hydrolysate and butylene glycol) help to increase the water content in the upper layer of the skin. (These ingredients do so by "capturing" water molecules from the outside air or from within the deeper layers of the skin). Ceramide np, caryodendron orinocense seed oil, butyrospermum parkii butter, caprylic/capric triglyceride and myristyl myristate in this product help decrease the water evoporation from the skin, so that it stays hydrated for longer. These ingredients also soften the skin and take away the feeling of tightness and dryness.
Ingredient callouts
- Another benefit is that this moisturizer contain ceramides (ceramide np 0.35% - 0.60%). Ceramides are an important part of our natural skin barrier. The Ceramides used in skincare are synthetic or come from plants. They help soften the skin and can help "fill the gaps" in the skin barrier, keeping the skin hydrated and resilient for longer.
Irritation risk
This moisturizer contains a bunch of common irritants, including ingredients that do not provide any known benefit for the skin. It might not be the best choice if your skin is sensitive. We assess the overall irritancy of this moisturizer to be high. For a detailed overview of all potential irritants: click here
You can see the detailed formula review with the breakdown of all actives in the product and the full ingredient list with estimated concentrations in the tables below.
Price
The product retails from 105.00£ up to 805.00£ in the United Kingdom and for 145.00$ in the United States.
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 15 studies and safety reviews.
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- 3Phytopharmacological properties of Albizia species: A reviewresearchgate.net
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