
2 of 2 advertised claims delivered
“Delivering retinol which helps speed up healthy cell turnover, cedrus atlantica bark to brighten and reduce dark circles, a peptide complex reduces fine lines and wrinkles, arnica and cucumber extracts work together to reduce puffiness and inflammation while squalane naturally hydrates, softens and protects your skin from free radicals.”
This product can help reduce and prevent fine lines and wrinkles, improve skin elasticity and firmness because it contains retinol.
These ingredients in the product can also be helpful, even though there is less evidence for their effectiveness: acetyl hexapeptide-8, acetyl tetrapeptide-5, centella asiatica extract.
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.
“Delivering retinol which helps speed up healthy cell turnover, cedrus atlantica bark to brighten and reduce dark circles, a peptide complex reduces fine lines and wrinkles, arnica and cucumber extracts work together to reduce puffiness and inflammation while squalane naturally hydrates, softens and protects your skin from free radicals.”
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:
betaine, 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: chondrus crispus extract, hydrolyzed collagen.
The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: acetyl hexapeptide-8, acetyl tetrapeptide-5, urea
This product contains antioxidants (retinol) 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 - centella asiatica extract also can have an antioxidant effect, but there is less evidence to confirm their effectiveness in skin.
This product can help exfoliate the skin. In other words, it helps break down the bonds between dead cells on the surface of the skin and speed up the skin turnover. Skin often appears softer and brighter after exfoliation, but overdoing it can result in disrupted skin barrier. The following ingredient is doing the exfoliating job in this product: retinol.
This product can help reduce hypepigmentation and even out the skin tone because it contains the following effective ingredients: retinol.
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.
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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 GlycerinUsed 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 glycolUsed to stabilize product formulations and create thicker consistency
More about Ceratonia siliqua gumA powder from red algae extract that helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and create a nicer product consistency
More about Chondrus crispus powderRed algae extract that helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and create a nicer product consistency
More about Chondrus crispus extractA plant extract that has been shown to be able to reduce inflammation in skin, support restoration of skin barrier function, as well as support collagen production. Contains active compounds called centelloids: asiaticoside, madecasosside, asiatic acid and madecassic acid. Might be helpful in preventing stretch marks. It can be itself be irritating though.
More about Centella asiatica extractPlant extract that can have healing and anti-inflammatory properties. It is a potential allergen and can be irritating
More about Chamomilla recutita flower extractA plant extract that can be irritating. It can have some anti-bacterial properties, but there are no evidence of a beneficial effect for skin
More about Arnica montana flower extractA plant extract that might contain a compound baicalin that could be helpful in neutralizing free radicals and reducing inflammation in skin. The baicalin concentration in skincare products is often too low for an effective action. Can be used for its fragrant properties
More about Scutellaria baicalensis root extractTwo steps removed from the active form of vitamin A - retinoic acid. Once converted to the retinoic acid in the skin, retinol is proven to be effective against all signs of aging. It improves skin cell turnover, helps fight blemishes and clogged pores, can regulate excess oil production and even skin tone. It can, however, be quite irritating
More about RetinolA typically plant-derived compound that is supposed mimic human collagen. Cannot penetrate the skin barrier so is not particularly useful in skincare products beyond attracting water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Hydrolyzed collagenHelps calm down inflammation in skin and can help reduce itching. Helps to repair the skin barrier and keep skin hydrated
More about AllantoinUsed to create thicker product consistency and stabilize emulsions
More about Cellulose gumHelps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improves the product texture
More about BetaineA sugar that attracts water to the upper layer of the skin
More about TrehaloseCould be helpful in reducing inflammation in skin, evening out the skin tone and neutralizing free radicals, but more research is needed to confirm its effectiveness
More about TaurineA type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles
More about Acetyl hexapeptide-8A type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles
More about Acetyl tetrapeptide-5Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumUsed to thicken product formulation. Can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about AlginAn emollient that can also help water and oil mix together, as well as prevent bacteria growth in products
More about Glyceryl caprylateCan help attract water to the upper layer of the skin. In crystal form, it can work as a gentle exfoliant, gentler than the salt scrub. Helps stabilize the emulsion
More about SucroseCreates an illusion of smoother and more radiant skin tone. Adds shimmer to the skin by reflecting light
More about MicaWorks 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 dioxideA sugar that is used to stabilize the product formulation. Can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about DextrinUsed to stabilize product formulation, help create an even product layer over skin (for example, in sunscreen) and create a thicker product consistency
More about Acrylates copolymerNaturally present in skin (urea makes up about 7% of natural moisturizing factors in skin). Attracts water to the upper layer of the skin. Also has a positive effect on the skin barrier beyond the humectant action. Can enhance penetration of other ingredients. Is an exfoliating ingredient when used in high concentrations
More about UreaHelps preserve products and creates a nice product texture
More about Caprylyl glycolA preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolA fragrance. Can trigger allergic reactions and be irritating
More about Butylphenyl methylpropionalAn aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumWater, Glycerin, Butylene glycol, Ceratonia siliqua gum, Chondrus crispus powder, Chondrus crispus extract, Paeonia suffruticosa root extract, Centella asiatica extract, Chamomilla recutita flower extract, Arnica montana flower extract, Scutellaria baicalensis root extract, Retinol, Hydrolyzed collagen, Allantoin, Cellulose gum, Betaine, Trehalose, Yeast amino acids, Taurine, Potassium chloride, Acetyl hexapeptide-8, Acetyl tetrapeptide-5, Inositol, 1,2-hexanediol, Xanthan gum, Algin, Glyceryl caprylate, Sucrose, Polysorbate 20, Ultramarines, Ci 77007, Mica, Titanium dioxide, Ci 77891, Dextrin, Acrylates copolymer, Ethylhexylglycerin, Polyurethane-11, Ci 77000, Urea, Potassium sorbate, Polyethylene terephthalate, Caprylyl glycol, Disodium edta, Phenoxyethanol, Butylphenyl methylpropional, Parfum
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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.
| PatchologyLimited Edition Restoring Night Glitter Eye GelsYOUR PRODUCT | Dr Dennis GrossHyaluronic Marine™ Hydrating Eye Gel Cream | Dr. Dennis Gross | MamondeAge Control Power Lift Eye Cream | Noble PanaceaThe Absolute Restoring Eye Cream | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 78% | 76% | 75% |
| Price | — | $20.00 | $33.70 | $247.50 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 2 of 14 | 6 of 14 | 4 of 14 |
| Key difference | — | Madecassoside | Niacinamide | Acetyl Octapeptide-3 |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Medium | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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"Patchology - Limited Edition Restoring Night Glitter Eye Gels" is a well-rounded moisturizing product. The formulation is based on a combination of good humectants and emollients. Both are needed to increase the skin hydration level. Acetyl hexapeptide-8, acetyl tetrapeptide-5, urea, betaine and glycerin 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). Hydrolyzed collagen, chondrus crispus extract, caprylyl glycol and glyceryl caprylate 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.
There are some common irritants in this product, including ingredients that do not have benefits for the skin. We assess the overall irritancy of this moisturizer to be high. 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.
According to Cruelty-Free Kitty "Patchology" is cruelty free and so is its parent company.
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 26 studies and safety reviews.
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