Works for
MoisturizingNiacinamide, Acetyl hexapeptide-8 + 5 moreWorks well
“A hyper-concentrated, anti-aging formula that deeply moisturises the delicate under eye area without leaving any greasy residue.”
This product contains good ingredients to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. These ingredients are called "humectants": biosaccharide gum-1, carnosine.
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: acetyl hexapeptide-8, niacinamide
Evens skin toneNiacinamideWorks well
“ANTIOXIDANTS works to neutralize free radicals and pollutants that lead to oxidative stress, helping to prevent premature wrinkles, loss of elastin, decreased moisture, increased pigmentation, and a compromised moisture barrier”
This product can help reduce hypepigmentation and even out the skin tone because it contains the following effective ingredients: niacinamide
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.
Anti-agingNiacinamide, Carnosine + 1 moreWorks well
“PEPTIDE COMPLEX promotes collagen and elastin production, which targets sagging under-eye skin and promotes the production of glycosaminoglycans which helps to repair wrinkles”
This product can help reduce and prevent fine lines and wrinkles, improve skin elasticity and firmness because it contains niacinamide.
These ingredients in the product can also be helpful, even though there is less evidence for their effectiveness: acetyl hexapeptide-8, carnosine.
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.
Anti-oxidationNot advertised by the brand · CarnosineWorks well
This product contains antioxidants (carnosine) that can help neutralize free radicals in skin. By doing so, they can lessen the damage the skin gets from the UV light (sun).
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy6 flagged ingredientsLow risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~40–60%
Glycerin~4.1–6.2%
- 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 GlycerinNiacinamide~3.6–5.5%
- 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 NiacinamideMaltodextrin~2.7–4.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to stabilize the product formulation and can help absorb oil
More about MaltodextrinPhenoxyethanol~0.5–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolSodium polyacrylate~1.6–2.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a gel-like product texture, as well as to stabilize emulsions
More about Sodium polyacrylateBoron nitride~1.3–1.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to absord oil and evenly disperse other ingredients (for example, pigment) in product formulation
More about Boron nitrideDisodium edta~0.5–1%
Ethylhexylglycerin~0.95–1.4%
Carnosine~0.6–1.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of peptide. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin. It can help neutralize free radicals in skin combatting the sun damage
More about CarnosineBiosaccharide gum-1~0.45–1.05%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and is claimed to provide a longer-lasting hydration because of its ability to create a water-binding film on the surface of the skin
More about Biosaccharide gum-1Caprylyl glycol~0.45–1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture
More about Caprylyl glycolPhenethyl alcohol~0.35–0.8%
Sodium carrageenan~0.2–0.75%
Jania rubens extract~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Rhizobian gum~0.1–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can temporarily tighten the skin right after application of the product. The effect will be short-lived. Helps improve the product considtency
More about Rhizobian gumSodium hyaluronate~0.05–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Sodium hyaluronateChlorphenesin~0.05–0.2%
Acetyl hexapeptide-8~0.05–0.1%
- 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-8Succinic acid~0.01–0.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Ingredient list view
Water, Glycerin, Niacinamide, Maltodextrin, Phenoxyethanol, Sodium polyacrylate, Boron nitride, Disodium edta, Ethylhexylglycerin, Carnosine, Biosaccharide gum-1, Caprylyl glycol, Phenethyl alcohol, Sodium carrageenan, Jania rubens extract, Rhizobian gum, Sodium hyaluronate, Chlorphenesin, Acetyl hexapeptide-8, Succinic acid
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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.
| PatricksES1 | ANTI-AGING EYE SERUMYOUR PRODUCT | DIMELuminosity Eye Serum | Biossance5% Niacinamide Brightening Eye Serum with Vitamin C + Squalane | SKIN&LABBakuchiol Eye Serum | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 88% | 87% | 86% |
| Price | — | $38.00 | $44.00 | $19.99 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 4 of 7 | 3 of 7 | 3 of 7 |
| Key difference | — | Panthenol | Acetyl Tetrapeptide-5 | Adenosine |
| Irritancy | Low | Low | Low | Low |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
More alternatives: SkinLab Bakuchiol Eye Serum 15mlNIDA Salmon PDRN Peptide Serum
Product summary
"Patricks - ES1 | ANTI-AGING EYE SERUM" is effective for: Evens skin tone, Anti-aging and Moisturizing
Ingredient callouts
- A good concentration of Niacinamide (3.60% - 5.50%). Niacinamide is a well-studied multi-tasking active. It is stable, and can work well in almost any hydrating formulation. There is solid evidence that Niacinamide can help support skin barrier, regulate oil production and reduce acne and clogged pores. It also helps to fight photodamage and improve the skin tone, reducing pigmentation marks.
- Peptides (acetyl hexapeptide-8 0.05% - 0.10%). There are many different kind of Peptides and they are naturally present in our skin. They all are a combination of aminoacids. Some of them work as natural antibiotics, promote wound-healing and production of collagen. The science is still not settled on how effective Peptides are in skincare, but it is very likely that they have a benefit. They might help restore the skin barrier and fight the signs of aging. At the very least, Peptides work as humectants: they attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improve its hydration.
- Humectants (acetyl hexapeptide-8 0.05% - 0.10%, sodium hyaluronate 0.05% - 0.30%, biosaccharide gum-1 0.45% - 1.05%, carnosine 0.60% - 1.40% and glycerin 4.10% - 6.20%). These ingredients help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improve the skin hydration.
Price
The product retails for 29.09CA$ in Canada, for 19.90A$ in Australia, for 21.97$ in the United States and for 7.99£ in the United Kingdom.
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 8 studies and safety reviews.
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- 4Safety Assessment of Boron Nitride as Used in Cosmetics cir-safety.org
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- 6Final Report on the Safety Assessment of Phenethyl Alcoholsemanticscholar.org
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