Olay Classic Eye Gel Fragrance-Free Color-Free
Works for
1 of 2 advertised claims delivered
Moisturizing6 ingredients credited for this claimStrong support
“Its moisturizing gel formula includes cucumber extract, witch hazel and pro-Vitamin B5 to deeply moisturize the delicate skin around the eyes.”
This product contains good ingredients to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. These ingredients are called "humectants": glycerin, glyceryl acrylate/acrylic acid copolymer.
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. If the air is dry, humectants can speed up the moisture loss from the skin. This is why it is a good idea to use another product on top of this one to help "seal in" the moisture (look for ingredients like dimethicone, squalane, oils and butters).
The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: panthenol
Anti-agingNo ingredient credited for this claimLimited support
“Anti-aging eye gel moisturizes to revitalize and soothe skin around eyes”
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.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy5 strong irritants: Hamamelis virginiana water, Citronellol + 3 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~40–60%
Propylene glycol~4.6–6.9%
- 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 glycolGlycerin~3.4–5.1%
- 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 GlycerinHamamelis virginiana water~2.7–4%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that can help calm down inflammation in skin. Can, however, itself be irritating
More about Hamamelis virginiana waterPanthenol~2.1–3.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help improve skin barrier function
More about PanthenolCaprylyl glycol~1.8–2.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture
More about Caprylyl glycol1,2-hexanediol~0.55–1.25%
Carbomer~1.2–1.8%
- 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 CarbomerPhenoxyethanol~0.5–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolSodium hydroxide~0.85–1.25%
Acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer~0.55–1.25%
- 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 crosspolymerDisodium edta~0.5–1%
Glyceryl acrylate/acrylic acid copolymer~0.4–0.9%
- 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 copolymerPvm/ma copolymer~0.35–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Cucumis sativus fruit extract~0.2–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Might be somewhat helpful in reducing hyperpigmentation and neutralizing free radicals but its typical concentration in a product is too low for having an effect
More about Cucumis sativus fruit extractOrmenis multicaulis extract~0.15–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Citronellol~0.1–0.4%
Geraniol~0.1–0.3%
Citrus aurantium amara peel extract~0.05–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- High
Rosmarinus officinalis leaf oil~0.05–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant oil with high content of volatile compounds that can irritate the skin. Can be used as a fragrance. Has anti-bacterial properties and might help neutralize free radicals on the surface of the skin
More about Rosmarinus officinalis leaf oilGeranyl acetate~0.05–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Canarium commune gum oil~0.05–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Ingredient list view
Water, Propylene glycol, Glycerin, Hamamelis virginiana water, Panthenol, Caprylyl glycol, 1,2-hexanediol, Carbomer, Phenoxyethanol, Sodium hydroxide, Acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer, Disodium edta, Glyceryl acrylate/acrylic acid copolymer, Pvm/ma copolymer, Cucumis sativus fruit extract, Ormenis multicaulis extract, Citronellol, Geraniol, Citrus aurantium amara peel extract, Rosmarinus officinalis leaf oil, Geranyl acetate, Canarium commune gum oil
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Worth comparing, line by line.
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.
| OlayClassic Eye Gel Fragrance-Free Color-FreeYOUR PRODUCT | bareMineralsSkinlongevity™ Life Long Herb Eye Treatment | EnvironYouth EssentiA Vita-Peptide Eye Gel | Versed SkinWater Rush Hydrating Eye Gel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 67% | 63% | 63% |
| Price | $12.99 | $26.77+$13.78 | $78.00+$65.01 | — |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 3 of 3 | 2 of 3 | 2 of 3 |
| Key difference | — | Niacinamide | Retinyl Palmitate | Anhydroxylitol |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Medium | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | Contains drying alcohol | — | — |
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 14 studies and safety reviews.
- 1Surfactants and experimental irritant contact dermatitisncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 2Propylene Glycolpubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 3Skin-sensitizing and irritant properties of propylene glycolonlinelibrary.wiley.com
- 4
- 5Skin moisturizing effects of panthenol-based formulationspdfs.semanticscholar.org
- 6
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