Obagi Kinetin+ Hydrating Eye Cream
Works for
2 of 2 advertised claims delivered
MoisturizingCeramide eop, Ceramide np + 13 moreStrong evidence
“A unique eye area treatment designed to help improve the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles and moisturize the delicate skin around eyes.”
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:
algae extract, 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, dimethicone.
The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: ceramide ap, ceramide eop, ceramide np, palmitoyl tripeptide-5, phytosphingosine
Anti-agingArabidopsis thaliana extract, Palmitoyl tripeptide-5 + 1 moreModerate evidence
“A unique eye area treatment designed to help improve the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles and moisturize the delicate skin around eyes.”
This product contains arabidopsis thaliana extract, palmitoyl tripeptide-5. These ingredients 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.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy10 flagged ingredientsLow 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%
Cetyl alcohol~5.2–6.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A non-drying alcohol that works to soften the skin and stabilize product formulations helping oil and water mix together
More about Cetyl alcoholSilica~4.4–5.4%
Peg-20 methyl glucose sesquistearate~2.8–3.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Peg-20 methyl glucose sesquistearateOctyldodecyl myristate~2.4–2.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Octyldodecyl myristatePeg-12 glyceryl dimyristate~1.9–2.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Caprylic/capric triglyceride~1.7–2.1%
- 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 triglycerideGlycerin~1.5–1.8%
- 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 GlycerinSaccharide isomerate~1.2–1.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Saccharide isomerateMethyl glucose sesquistearate~1–1.2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps water and oil mix together
More about Methyl glucose sesquistearateLactobacillus ferment~0.65–1%
- 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 fermentTetrasodium edta~0.55–0.85%
Dimethicone~0.6–0.9%
- 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 DimethiconeKinetin~0.45–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Zeatin~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Ceramide np~0.5–0.75%
- 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 npCeramide ap~0.45–0.7%
- 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 apCeramide eop~0.45–0.65%
- 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 eopPhytosphingosine~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of lipid that is naturally present in skin. It might help in repairing skin barrier function and has anti-bacterial effect
More about PhytosphingosineCholesterol~0.4–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that is naturally found in skin
More about CholesterolAlgae extract~0.4–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Plant extract that helps the skin to attract water and make it more smooth for touch. Also shows promise of anti-aging properties, but research is not extensive yet
More about Algae extractPhenoxyethanol~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolCarbomer~0.25–0.45%
- 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 CarbomerTriethanolamine~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to adjust pH of the product and can help improve the product's smell
More about TriethanolamineSodium lauroyl lactylate~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps water and oil mix together
More about Sodium lauroyl lactylateEthoxydiglycol~0.2–0.35%
Tocopheryl acetate~0.25–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A more stable but less bio-available form of vitamin E compared to Tocopherol. Might help moisturize and protect the skin from free radicals, but mostly used in low concentrations to stabilize other ingredients.
More about Tocopheryl acetatePolyurethane-40~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Ethylhexylglycerin~0.15–0.3%
Palmitoyl tripeptide-5~0.15–0.3%
- 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 Palmitoyl tripeptide-5Xanthan gum~0.15–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumLecithin~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used mostly for creating emulsions - helping oil and water mix together. Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about LecithinArabidopsis thaliana extract~0.1–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Plant extract that might be helpful in repairing sun damage but evidence of effectiveness in skin are lacking
More about Arabidopsis thaliana extractHydrochloric acid~0.1–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Ingredient list view
Water, Cetyl alcohol, Silica, Peg-20 methyl glucose sesquistearate, Octyldodecyl myristate, Peg-12 glyceryl dimyristate, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Glycerin, Saccharide isomerate, Methyl glucose sesquistearate, Lactobacillus ferment, Tetrasodium edta, Dimethicone, Kinetin, Zeatin, Ceramide np, Ceramide ap, Ceramide eop, Phytosphingosine, Cholesterol, Algae extract, Phenoxyethanol, Carbomer, Triethanolamine, Sodium lauroyl lactylate, Ethoxydiglycol, Tocopheryl acetate, Polyurethane-40, Ethylhexylglycerin, Palmitoyl tripeptide-5, Xanthan gum, Lecithin, Arabidopsis thaliana extract, Hydrochloric acid
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| ObagiKinetin+ Hydrating Eye CreamYOUR PRODUCT | DRMTLGYAdvanced Eye Cream | CeraVeEye Cream for Wrinkles | Under Eye Cream with Caffeine, Peptides, Hyaluronic Acid, Niacinamide, and Ceramides for Fine Lines | Fragrance Free & Ophthalmologist Tested |0.5 Ounces | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 56% | 51% |
| Price | $66.00 | $55.00−$11.00 | $15.12−$50.88 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 8 of 13 | 8 of 13 |
| Key difference | — | Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7 | Niacinamide |
| Irritancy | Low | Low | Low |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop |
Product summary
Based on the ingredient list, "Obagi - Kinetin+ Hydrating Eye Cream" can work well for skin moisturization. The formulation is based on a combination of good humectants and emollients. Both are needed to increase the skin hydration level. Algae extract, glycerin, lactobacillus ferment and saccharide isomerate in this product (humectants) attract water molecules to the upper layer of the skin (the water comes from the outside air or from the deeper layers of the skin if the air is dry). Ceramide eop, ceramide np, phytosphingosine, algae extract and cholesterol 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
- As a plus, this moisturizer also contains Ceramides (phytosphingosine 0.45% - 0.65%, ceramide eop 0.45% - 0.65%, ceramide ap 0.45% - 0.65% and ceramide np 0.50% - 0.75%). Ceramides are a type of lipids that our skin produces itself. They are a building block of the skin's barrier. Ceramides used in skincare are synthetic or extracted from plants. They work well for softening the skin surface and "patch holes" in the skin's barrier.
- We like that this moisturizer contains peptides (palmitoyl tripeptide-5 0.15% - 0.30%). There are many different kind of Peptides and they are naturally present in our skin. They all are a combination of aminoacids. Some of them work as natural antibiotics, promote wound-healing and production of collagen. The science is still not settled on how effective Peptides are in skincare, but it is very likely that they have a benefit. Peptides might help restore the skin barrier and fight the signs of aging. At the very least, Peptides work as humectants: they attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improve its hydration.
Irritation risk
This product does not contain known common irritants and is suitable for sensitive skin. We assess the overall irritancy of this moisturizer to be low. 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 65.00$ in the United States and for 68.30CA$ in Canada.
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 10 studies and safety reviews.
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- 4Use of Probiotics for Dermal Applicationsresearchgate.net
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- 6Final Report on the Safety Assessment of Dimethicone Copolyoljournals.sagepub.com
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