Naturopathica Vitamin K Brightening Eye Complex
Works for
3 of 3 advertised claims delivered
Evens skin toneNiacinamideStrong evidence
“This plant derivative found in leafy green vegetables helps to visibly reduce skin discoloration and even tone”
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-agingNiacinamideStrong evidence
“This powerful form of vitamin B3 helps improve the appearance of fine lines and locks in moisture for younger looking skin”
This product can help reduce and prevent fine lines and wrinkles, improve skin elasticity and firmness because it contains 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.
MoisturizingNiacinamide, Sodium pca + 10 moreStrong evidence
“This powerful form of vitamin B3 helps improve the appearance of fine lines and locks in moisture for younger looking skin”
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:
fructose, 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: cocos nucifera fruit extract, decyl oleate.
The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: niacinamide
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy6 flagged ingredientsLow risk
Comedogenic3 ingredients rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale3 flagged
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Ingredients
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Decyl oleate~22–33%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 2/5
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Decyl oleateWater~11–17%
Silica~4.9–7.3%
Lauroyl lysine~3.6–5.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and creates a nice product texture
More about Lauroyl lysineGlycerin~2.6–4%
- 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 GlycerinDicaprylyl ether~2–3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin while creating a non-greasy feel on the skin. Helps to dissolve other ingredients
More about Dicaprylyl etherEuphorbia cerifera wax~1.9–2.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Lactobacillus ferment~1.3–2%
- 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 fermentMagnesium sulfate~1.2–1.8%
Dextrin palmitate~0.95–1.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps water and oil mix together
More about Dextrin palmitatePolyglyceryl-2 dipolyhydroxystearate~0.55–1.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Polyglyceryl-2 dipolyhydroxystearateCamellia oleifera seed oil~0.5–1.2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An emollient that does not leave a greasy finish
More about Camellia oleifera seed oilNiacinamide~0.45–1.05%
- 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 NiacinamidePolyglyceryl-3 diisostearate~0.45–1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Polyglyceryl-3 diisostearateSodium chloride~0.4–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to stabilize mixtures of oil and water, and create thicker, gel-like product textures
More about Sodium chlorideSodium pca~0.35–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Naturally present in skin and helps to attract water to its upper layer
More about Sodium pcaPhytonadione~0.4–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Sambucus nigra fruit extract~0.2–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that may contain a small amount of essential oils. Might be helpful in neutralizing free radicals in skin
More about Sambucus nigra fruit extractFructose~0.15–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about FructoseLactobacillus~0.15–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A non-living ingredient made by fermentation with the bacteria Lactobacillus. It can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and might help reduce inflammation
More about LactobacillusPolyglyceryl-10 hexaoleate~0.2–0.8%
Polyglyceryl-6 polyricinoleate~0.15–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Polyglyceryl-6 polyricinoleateCocos nucifera fruit extract~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
An emollient. Found to be as effective as a moisturizer for dry skin as mineral oil. Could be comedogenic
More about Cocos nucifera fruit extractAesculus hippocastanum extract~0.15–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract. Benefits of topical application are not confirmed
More about Aesculus hippocastanum extractBisabolol~0.1–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An active component of chamomile plant that historically has been used to calm down irritated skin. A recent study shows that bisabolol indeed can have some anti-inflammatory effect on skin, even though conclusive data is lacking. Bisabolol has a sweet floral scent and can be added to products for its aromatic properties
More about BisabololMica~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Creates an illusion of smoother and more radiant skin tone. Adds shimmer to the skin by reflecting light
More about MicaTitanium dioxide~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Works as a UV filter when used in high concentrations. It is photostable and is effective mostly against the UVB light, with some protection in the UVA range. In small concentrations, used for its ability to improve the color of cosmetic products. Is usually well tolerated by the skin
More about Titanium dioxideIngredient list view
Decyl oleate, Water, Silica, Lauroyl lysine, Glycerin, Dicaprylyl ether, Euphorbia cerifera wax, Lactobacillus ferment, Magnesium sulfate, Dextrin palmitate, Polyglyceryl-2 dipolyhydroxystearate, Camellia oleifera seed oil, Niacinamide, Polyglyceryl-3 diisostearate, Sodium chloride, Sodium pca, Phytonadione, Sambucus nigra fruit extract, Fructose, Lactobacillus, Polyglyceryl-10 hexaoleate, Polyglyceryl-6 polyricinoleate, Cocos nucifera fruit extract, Aesculus hippocastanum extract, Bisabolol, Mica, Titanium dioxide
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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.
| NaturopathicaVitamin K Brightening Eye ComplexYOUR PRODUCT | Sun BumHydrating Eye Cream | REVOLUTION SKINCAREBrightening Ginseng Eye Cream | OlayUltimate Eye Cream for Wrinkles, Puffy Eyes + Dark Circles | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 85% | 79% | 79% |
| Price | $82.00 | $19.99−$62.01 | $9.00−$73.00 | $29.94−$52.06 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 5 of 9 | 2 of 9 | 2 of 9 |
| Key difference | — | Dimethicone | Butyrospermum Parkii Butter | Palmitoyl Pentapeptide-4 |
| 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 12 studies and safety reviews.
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- 4Use of Probiotics for Dermal Applicationsresearchgate.net
- 5Safety Assessment of Magnesium Sulfate as Used in Cosmeticsncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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