Works for
MoisturizingAcetyl tetrapeptide-5, Biotinoyl tripeptide-1 + 7 moreWorks well
“Formulated without fragrance, it ensures optimal tolerance.”
This product contains good ingredients to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. These ingredients are called "humectants": glycerin, polyglycerin-6.
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 tetrapeptide-5, biotinoyl tripeptide-1
Anti-agingSide benefit · Acetyl tetrapeptide-5, Biotinoyl tripeptide-1May help
This product contains acetyl tetrapeptide-5, biotinoyl tripeptide-1. 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?
Irritancy11 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~40–60%
Butylene glycol~6–9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used 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 glycolGlycerin~3.8–5.6%
- 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 GlycerinC15-19 alkane~2.8–4.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and create a nice product texture
More about C15-19 alkaneCoco-caprylate~2.2–3.2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An emollient that softens skin and creates a nice product texture
More about Coco-caprylatePentylene glycol~1.8–2.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to preserve products, dissolve other ingredients and create a nice product texture
More about Pentylene glycolAcanthopanax senticosus root extract~1.3–2%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that might have antioxidant properties
More about Acanthopanax senticosus root extractAcetyl tetrapeptide-5~1.3–1.9%
- 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 tetrapeptide-5Biotinoyl tripeptide-1~1–1.6%
- 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 Biotinoyl tripeptide-1Sodium acrylate/sodium acryloyldimethyl taurate copolymer~0.85–1.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Sodium acrylate/sodium acryloyldimethyl taurate copolymerEthylhexylglycerin~0.5–1.15%
Mica~0.5–1.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Creates an illusion of smoother and more radiant skin tone. Adds shimmer to the skin by reflecting light
More about MicaAcrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer~0.4–0.9%
- 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 crosspolymerTitanium dioxide~0.5–1.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Works 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 dioxideTocopheryl acetate~0.3–0.7%
- 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 acetateO-cymen-5-ol~0.05–0.1%
Sodium hydroxide~0.15–0.6%
Polyglyceryl-6 laurate~0.15–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Polyglyceryl-6 laurateSodium phytate~0.1–0.45%
Polyglycerin-6~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Polyglycerin-6Sorbitan oleate~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
- Comedogenicity
- 2/5
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Sorbitan oleatePanthenol~0.05–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help improve skin barrier function
More about PanthenolSorbitan isostearate~0.05–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Sorbitan isostearateCitric acid~0.05–0.1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidIngredient list view
Water, Butylene glycol, Glycerin, C15-19 alkane, Coco-caprylate, Pentylene glycol, Acanthopanax senticosus root extract, Acetyl tetrapeptide-5, Biotinoyl tripeptide-1, Sodium acrylate/sodium acryloyldimethyl taurate copolymer, Ethylhexylglycerin, Mica, Acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer, Titanium dioxide, Tocopheryl acetate, O-cymen-5-ol, Sodium hydroxide, Polyglyceryl-6 laurate, Sodium phytate, Polyglycerin-6, Sorbitan oleate, Panthenol, Sorbitan isostearate, Citric acid
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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.
| PolaarIcy Magic Instant Eye Contour EnergiserYOUR PRODUCT | ErborianGlow Eye Patch | Sarah ChapmanPlatinum Stemcell Eye Mask | Soap and GloryPuffy Eye Attack Under-Eye Brightening Hydrogel Patches | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 41% | 37% | 36% |
| Price | $43.03 | $5.62−$37.41 | $33.44−$9.59 | $5.34−$37.69 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 3 of 5 | 4 of 5 | 2 of 5 |
| Key difference | — | Arginine | Acetyl Tetrapeptide-17 | Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride |
| Irritancy | Low | Low | Medium | Low |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
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Product summary
"Polaar - Icy Magic Instant Eye Contour Energiser" is effective for: Moisturizing
This product could be helpful for: Anti-aging, but its actives are not the most effective or are not well-studied.
Ingredient callouts
- Peptides (biotinoyl tripeptide-1 1.00% - 1.60% and acetyl tetrapeptide-5 1.30% - 1.90%). 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 tetrapeptide-5 1.30% - 1.90% and glycerin 3.80% - 5.60%). These ingredients help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improve the skin hydration.
Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 6 studies and safety reviews.
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- 3Allergic contact dermatitis caused by isopropyl methylphenol, a new haptenonlinelibrary.wiley.com
- 4Surfactants and experimental irritant contact dermatitisncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 5Skin moisturizing effects of panthenol-based formulationspdfs.semanticscholar.org
- 6
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