Works for
2 of 2 advertised claims delivered
Anti-aging4 ingredients credited for this claimStrong support
“Contains Adenosine which helps restore the elasticity of skin and effectively reduce the appearences of wrinkles and fine lines.”
This product can help reduce and prevent fine lines and wrinkles, improve skin elasticity and firmness because it contains adenosine.
These ingredients in the product can also be helpful, even though there is less evidence for their effectiveness: acetyl hexapeptide-8.
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.
Moisturizing25 ingredients credited for this claimStrong support
“Honey 1 Snail Ageless Eye Cream”
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, glyceryl acrylate/acrylic acid copolymer.
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: beeswax, dimethicone.
The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: acetyl hexapeptide-8
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy2 strong irritants: Sorbitan sesquioleate, ParfumMedium risk
Comedogenic2 ingredients rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale2 flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~45–55%
Glycerin~4.6–5.7%
- 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 GlycerinHydrogenated polydecene~4–4.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin and create a nice product texture
More about Hydrogenated polydeceneCyclopentasiloxane~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 ethylhexanoateDipentaerythrityl hexa c5-9 acid esters~1.9–2.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Cetearyl alcohol~1.7–2%
- 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 alcoholButylene glycol~1.5–1.8%
- 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 glycolPolyglyceryl-3 methylglucose distearate~1.2–1.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps water and oil mix together
More about Polyglyceryl-3 methylglucose distearateMacadamia ternifolia seed oil~1–1.2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Plant oil from nuts that helps soften the upper layer of the skin. Contains a high concentration of oleic acid that can weaken skin's barrier function and increase water-loss while enhancing penetration of other ingredients
More about Macadamia ternifolia seed oilNiacinamide~0.7–1.05%
- 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 NiacinamideCyclohexasiloxane~0.65–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A silicone that serves as an emollient. Helps create a nice non-greasy feels
More about CyclohexasiloxaneGlyceryl stearate~0.6–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that softens the skin and forms a protective layer on its surface. Helps water and oil mix together
More about Glyceryl stearateButyrospermum parkii butter~0.55–0.8%
- 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 butterBeeswax~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Forms a protective barrier that holds water and keeps dry skin hydrated. Keeps an emulsion from separating into its oil and liquid components, and increases the thickness of a product. Can be an allergen
More about BeeswaxSnail secretion filtrate~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Typically contains hyaluronic acid that helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Might contain allantoin that is helpful in calming down inflammation. There is no evidence that it can have any further benefits for the skin, especially when used in skincare products
More about Snail secretion filtrateHoney extract~0.4–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Honey extractRoyal jelly extract~0.35–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A compound secreted by bees. Might be able to attract water to the top layer of the skin. Avoid if sensitive to honey and bee products
More about Royal jelly extractPropolis extract~0.35–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- High
A complex substance produced by honey bees. Can have anti-bacterial and some anti-oxidant effect. Is an allergen and can be irritating
More about Propolis extractHydrolyzed elastin~0.3–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Acetyl hexapeptide-8~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles
More about Acetyl hexapeptide-8Pearl extract~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Adenosine~0.25–0.45%
- 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 AdenosineSodium hyaluronate~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Sodium hyaluronateSorbitan sesquioleate~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used to help oil and water mix together. Can be irritating
More about Sorbitan sesquioleateGlyceryl acrylate/acrylic acid copolymer~0.25–0.45%
- 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 copolymerPropylene glycol~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps oil and water mix together and can enhance the penetration of other ingredients into the skin. It can be irritating
More about Propylene glycolDimethicone crosspolymer~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product texture. Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and might be able to prevent moisture loss from its surface
More about Dimethicone crosspolymerDimethicone~0.3–0.55%
- 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 DimethiconeDimethiconol~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 DimethiconolPolyacrylate-13~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency and stabilize the product formulation
More about Polyacrylate-13Polyisobutene~0.25–0.45%
Polysorbate 20~0.25–0.45%
Sorbitan isostearate~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Sorbitan isostearatePeg-100 stearate~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps oil and water mix togehter and creates a nice product texture
More about Peg-100 stearateSodium 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 polyacrylateXanthan gum~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gum1,2-hexanediol~0.1–0.25%
Caprylyl glycol~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture
More about Caprylyl glycolChlorphenesin~0.15–0.25%
Disodium edta~0.05–0.15%
Parfum~0.1–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumIngredient list view
Water, Glycerin, Hydrogenated polydecene, Cyclopentasiloxane, Cetyl ethylhexanoate, Dipentaerythrityl hexa c5-9 acid esters, Cetearyl alcohol, Butylene glycol, Polyglyceryl-3 methylglucose distearate, Macadamia ternifolia seed oil, Niacinamide, Cyclohexasiloxane, Glyceryl stearate, Butyrospermum parkii butter, Beeswax, Snail secretion filtrate, Honey extract, Royal jelly extract, Propolis extract, Hydrolyzed elastin, Acetyl hexapeptide-8, Pearl extract, Adenosine, Sodium hyaluronate, Sorbitan sesquioleate, Glyceryl acrylate/acrylic acid copolymer, Propylene glycol, Dimethicone crosspolymer, Dimethicone, Dimethiconol, Polyacrylate-13, Polyisobutene, Polysorbate 20, Sorbitan isostearate, Peg-100 stearate, Sodium polyacrylate, Xanthan gum, 1,2-hexanediol, Caprylyl glycol, Chlorphenesin, Disodium edta, Parfum
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| NellaHoney 1 Snail Ageless Eye CreamYOUR PRODUCT | DPCEye Tox Radiance Eye Cream | EyenlipSalmon & Peptide Nutrition Eye Cream | COSRXAdvanced Snail Peptide Eye Cream | |
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| Match | — | 92% | 88% | 88% |
| Price | $13.20 | $37.88+$24.68 | $16.20+$3.00 | $20.85+$7.65 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 8 of 13 | 7 of 13 | 7 of 13 |
| Key difference | — | Dipeptide Diaminobutyroyl Benzylamide Diacetate | Copper Tripeptide-1 | Copper Tripeptide-1 |
| Irritancy | Medium | Medium | Medium | Low |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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Product summary
"Nella - Honey 1 Snail Ageless Eye Cream" has a good moisturizing formula. To work well, any moisturizer needs to include a combination of water-binding and emollient ingredients. Nella - Honey 1 Snail Ageless Eye Cream ticks this box. Humectants in this product (acetyl hexapeptide-8, glycerin, glyceryl acrylate/acrylic acid copolymer, snail secretion filtrate and sodium hyaluronate) 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). Emollients in this formulation (beeswax, dimethicone, dimethiconol, cetearyl alcohol and cyclopentasiloxane) help to reduce the moisture loss from the skin. They also soften the skin surface and relieve the feeling of dryness and tightness.
Ingredient callouts
- This moisturizer also contains Peptides (acetyl hexapeptide-8 0.25% - 0.50%). Peptides are a very big group of ingredients. They all consist of a different combination of aminoacids. Our skin produces Peptides naturally. Some of them work as natural antibiotics, promote wound-healing and production of collagen. The scientists are still studying how effective the topical application of Peptides is, but it is very likely that they are helpful. Peptides might be able to support skin barrier restoration and even have an anti-aging benefit. At the very least, they certainly help attract water to the skin and support the hydration in this way.
- Adenosine 0.25% - 0.45%. 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).
Irritation risk
This moisturizer contains some common irritants, including those without a benefit for the skin. We assess the overall irritancy of this moisturizer to be medium. 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 for 13.20$ 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 19 studies and safety reviews.
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- 2Safety Assessment of Polyene Group as Used in Cosmeticscir-safety.org
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