Nivea Q10 Power Anti-Wrinkle Eye Cream
Works for
MoisturizingParaffinum liquidum, Glycerin + 11 moreWorks well
“NIVEA Q10 Power Anti-Wrinkle + Firming Eye Cream is the first anti-wrinkle moisturiser with 100% skin identical Q10 that works in perfect harmony with your 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:
cyclomethicone, 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: caprylic/capric triglyceride, cera microcristallina.
The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: paraffinum liquidum
Anti-agingCreatine, UbiquinoneMay help
“The formula with 100% skin identical Q10 and Creatine visibly reduces eye contour wrinkles and tangibly firms the skin around your eyes.”
This product contains creatine. This ingredient might be able to help reduce and prevent fine lines and wrinkles, improve skin elasticity and firmness, but there is not enough evidence that it actually works.
Anti-oxidationNot advertised by the brand · Ubiquinone, CreatineWorks well
This product contains antioxidants (ubiquinone) that can help neutralize free radicals in skin. By doing so, they can lessen the damage the skin gets from the UV light (sun).
The following ingredients - creatine also can have an antioxidant effect, but there is less evidence to confirm their effectiveness in skin.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy8 flagged ingredientsLow risk
Comedogenic2 ingredients rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale2 flagged
User reviews
2 of 2 community members would buy it again.
I have very dry under-eyes and have really struggled to find products that keep them moisturized. It seems most eye products are geared towards reducing puffiness and therefore usually have a cooling gel or gel-cream texture that's hydrating but doesn't provide long-lasting moisturization.
This eye cream however has a somewhat thick lotion-y consistency and contains some good occlusives that actually lock in moisture. I get best results when layering a thinner eye serum or gel underneath for hydration and, once absorbed, applying this on top. Having the coenzyme Q10 as an antioxidant is a nice bonus, but for me the best use for this product is long-lasting moisturization.
Ingredients
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Water~40–60%
Glycerin~4.2–6.3%
- 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 GlycerinCyclomethicone~3.5–5.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of silicone that leaves a nice silky finish on the skin and can help soften its upper layer
More about CyclomethiconeMethylpropanediol~2.7–4.1%
Glyceryl stearate~2.1–3.1%
- 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 stearateDimethicone~1.8–2.6%
- 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 DimethiconeCaprylic/capric triglyceride~1.5–2.2%
- 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 triglycerideCetearyl alcohol~1.3–2%
- 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 alcoholOctyldodecanol~1–1.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that helps to soften the skin and create a pleasant product texture and stabilize the formulation
More about OctyldodecanolC12-15 alkyl benzoate~0.85–1.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Enhances the product texture and makes it more spreadable. Helps reduce water loss from the outer layer of skin. Extands the shelf life by preventing bacteria growth
More about C12-15 alkyl benzoateHydrogenated vegetable oil~0.5–1.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 2/5
An oil from a mixture of different vegetables. Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Hydrogenated vegetable oilTalc~0.6–1.4%
Tapioca starch~0.35–0.85%
1,2-hexanediol~0.3–0.75%
Ubiquinone~0.3–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Coenzyme Q10. It helps neutralize free radicals in skin, improves skin hydration and might be helpful agains fine lines and wrinkles. It can be an allergen
More about UbiquinoneCreatine~0.3–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Can support skin's ability to neutralize free radicals and produce collagen, though further research is needed to confirm effectiveness
More about Creatine1-methylhydantoin-2-imide~0.2–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Potassium cetyl phosphate~0.2–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Potassium cetyl phosphateCera microcristallina~0.2–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin, reduce water loss from its surface and create a thicker product consistency
More about Cera microcristallinaParaffinum liquidum~0.15–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Mineral oil. One of the most effective and well studied occlusive and emollient moisturizing ingredients. Helps reduce moisture loss in skin and repair skin barrier function
More about Paraffinum liquidumHydrogenated palm glycerides~0.15–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that softens the skin
More about Hydrogenated palm glyceridesAcrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer~0.1–0.5%
- 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 crosspolymerCarbomer~0.1–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps create a thicker or gel-like product texture. It is not a surfactant but can be used in gentle cleansing formulations
More about CarbomerEthylhexylglycerin~0.1–0.35%
Trisodium edta~0.1–0.3%
Sodium hydroxide~0.05–0.3%
Phenoxyethanol~0.05–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolBenzoic acid~0.05–0.25%
Ci 77891~0.05–0.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Ingredient list view
Water, Glycerin, Cyclomethicone, Methylpropanediol, Glyceryl stearate, Dimethicone, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Cetearyl alcohol, Octyldodecanol, C12-15 alkyl benzoate, Hydrogenated vegetable oil, Talc, Tapioca starch, 1,2-hexanediol, Ubiquinone, Creatine, 1-methylhydantoin-2-imide, Potassium cetyl phosphate, Cera microcristallina, Paraffinum liquidum, Hydrogenated palm glycerides, Acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer, Carbomer, Ethylhexylglycerin, Trisodium edta, Sodium hydroxide, Phenoxyethanol, Benzoic acid, Ci 77891
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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.
| NiveaQ10 Power Anti-Wrinkle Eye CreamYOUR PRODUCT | AvèneSoothing Eye Contour Cream Sensitive Skin | Eau Thermale AveneFace Soothing Eye Contour Cream | La Roche-PosayPURE VITAMIN C10 ANTI-AGING EYE CREAM | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 56% | 56% | 54% |
| Price | $27.30 | $10.77−$16.53 | $82.00+$54.70 | $40.58+$13.28 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 4 of 8 | 4 of 8 | 3 of 8 |
| Key difference | — | Bisabolol | Bisabolol | Vitamin C |
| Irritancy | Low | Low | Low | Low |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 9 studies and safety reviews.
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- 3Final Report on the Safety Assessment of Dimethicone Copolyoljournals.sagepub.com
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