PYUNKANG YUL Concentrated Eye Cream
Works for
2 of 2 advertised claims delivered
Moisturizing26 ingredients credited for this claimStrong support
“Concentrated Eye Cream”
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:
glycerin, butylene glycol.
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: bis-diglyceryl polyacyladipate-2, butyrospermum parkii butter.
The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: ceramide eop, ceramide np, ceramide ns, niacinamide
Anti-aging4 ingredients credited for this claimStrong support
“It's also infused with three types of ceramide to plump up skin and reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles for a youthful look.”
This product can help reduce and prevent fine lines and wrinkles, improve skin elasticity and firmness because it contains adenosine, niacinamide.
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.
Evens skin toneNot advertised by the brand · 2 ingredients credited for this claimStrong support
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.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy1 strong irritant: Sorbitan sesquioleateMedium risk
Comedogenic3 ingredients rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale3 flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~45–55%
Glycerin~4.8–5.9%
- 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 GlycerinDipropylene glycol~4.1–5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to dissolve other ingredients in a formulation. Slows down the rate of product drying
More about Dipropylene glycolTriethylhexanoin~2.8–3.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about TriethylhexanoinBis-diglyceryl polyacyladipate-2~2.5–3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and reduce water loss from its surface
More about Bis-diglyceryl polyacyladipate-2Cetearyl alcohol~2–2.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 2/5
A non-drying alcohol. Works as an emollient. Helps water and oil mix together and creates a nice product texture
More about Cetearyl alcoholPolyglyceryl-3 distearate~1.6–2%
Butyrospermum parkii butter~1.4–1.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
A great moisturising ingredient that softens the skin and reduces water loss from its upper layer. It also can be helpful in protecting skin from free radicals
More about Butyrospermum parkii butterNiacinamide~1.1–1.4%
- 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 NiacinamideCyclopentasiloxane~0.9–1.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A silicone that helps improve the product texture and spreadability. Can absorb oil creating a short-term mattifying effect on the skin
More about CyclopentasiloxaneMethylpropanediol~0.6–0.9%
Glyceryl stearate~0.55–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that softens the skin and forms a protective layer on its surface. Helps water and oil mix together
More about Glyceryl stearateGlyceryl caprylate~0.5–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that can also help water and oil mix together, as well as prevent bacteria growth in products
More about Glyceryl caprylateCarbomer~0.35–0.65%
- 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 CarbomerSorbitan sesquioleate~0.3–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used to help oil and water mix together. Can be irritating
More about Sorbitan sesquioleateGlyceryl stearate citrate~0.35–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps oil and water mix together while softening the upper layer of the skin
More about Glyceryl stearate citrateSodium methyl stearoyl taurate~0.6–0.9%
Potassium hydroxide~0.3–0.5%
Caprylic/capric triglyceride~0.3–0.55%
- 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 triglycerideCetyl ethylhexanoate~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An emollient that helps soften the skin and creates a thicker product texture
More about Cetyl ethylhexanoateEthylhexyl palmitate~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
An emollient that helps soften the skin and create a nice product texture
More about Ethylhexyl palmitateAdenosine~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Might help improve cell turnover and reduce inflammation in skin. One study shows that the ingredients might be able to help reduce dynamic wrinkles (for example, in the corners of the eyes or on the forehead)
More about AdenosineEthylhexylglycerin~0.2–0.35%
Tocopheryl acetate~0.2–0.35%
- 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 acetateDisodium edta~0.15–0.3%
Hydrogenated lecithin~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to retain moisture by creating a protective barrier on the skin. Rich in fatty acids. Improves product texture and helps with the penetration of other ingredients.
More about Hydrogenated lecithinPanax ginseng root extract~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that might have some anti-inflammatory properties, but solid evidence is lacking. It can be irritating
More about Panax ginseng root extractCamellia sinensis leaf extract~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Can contain potent anti-oxidant compounds (abbreviated ECG, GCG, EGC, and EGCG) that might help protect the skin from free radicals. Can help calm down inflammation and has some anti-bacterial properties. Unfortunately, these antioxidants are unstable and lose their effectiveness very quickly in products. The concentration of the antioxidant compounds in the extract also tends to be low to be effective in topical formulation
More about Camellia sinensis leaf extractTremella fuciformis extract~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A mushroom extract that might help attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Tremella fuciformis extractButylene glycol~0.15–0.3%
- 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 glycolMacadamia ternifolia seed oil~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Plant oil from nuts that helps soften the upper layer of the skin. Contains a high concentration of oleic acid that can weaken skin's barrier function and increase water-loss while enhancing penetration of other ingredients
More about Macadamia ternifolia seed oilPentylene glycol~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to preserve products, dissolve other ingredients and create a nice product texture
More about Pentylene glycolHydroxyacetophenone~0.15–0.3%
Caprylyl glycol~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture
More about Caprylyl glycol1,2-hexanediol~0.15–0.3%
Cholesterol~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that is naturally found in skin
More about CholesterolBrassica campestris sterols~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Help soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Brassica campestris sterolsPhytosteryl/behenyl/octyldodecyl lauroyl glutamate~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Polyglyceryl-10 oleate~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Polyglyceryl-10 oleatePotassium cetyl phosphate~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Potassium cetyl phosphateCeramide np~0.2–0.35%
- 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 npAstragalus membranaceus root extract~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Ceramide ns~0.1–0.2%
- 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 nsCeramide eop~0.1–0.2%
- 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 eopIngredient list view
Water, Glycerin, Dipropylene glycol, Triethylhexanoin, Bis-diglyceryl polyacyladipate-2, Cetearyl alcohol, Polyglyceryl-3 distearate, Butyrospermum parkii butter, Niacinamide, Cyclopentasiloxane, Methylpropanediol, Glyceryl stearate, Glyceryl caprylate, Carbomer, Sorbitan sesquioleate, Glyceryl stearate citrate, Sodium methyl stearoyl taurate, Potassium hydroxide, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Cetyl ethylhexanoate, Ethylhexyl palmitate, Adenosine, Ethylhexylglycerin, Tocopheryl acetate, Disodium edta, Hydrogenated lecithin, Panax ginseng root extract, Camellia sinensis leaf extract, Tremella fuciformis extract, Butylene glycol, Macadamia ternifolia seed oil, Pentylene glycol, Hydroxyacetophenone, Caprylyl glycol, 1,2-hexanediol, Cholesterol, Brassica campestris sterols, Phytosteryl/behenyl/octyldodecyl lauroyl glutamate, Polyglyceryl-10 oleate, Potassium cetyl phosphate, Ceramide np, Astragalus membranaceus root extract, Ceramide ns, Ceramide eop
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| PYUNKANG YULConcentrated Eye CreamYOUR PRODUCT | CeraVeSkin Renewing Eye Cream | Beyou CosmeticsCaffeine Eye Cream | Rephrintense hydration cream 1.0 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 81% | 80% | 79% |
| Price | $8.10 | $16.88+$8.78 | $18.99+$10.89 | — |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 6 of 13 | 5 of 13 | 9 of 13 |
| Key difference | — | Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7 | Panthenol | Ceramide Ng |
| Irritancy | Medium | Low | Low | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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Product summary
"PYUNKANG YUL - Concentrated Eye Cream" is a well-rounded moisturizing product. As we expect from a proper moisturizer, the formula includes a combo of effective humectants and emollients. These are the two different types of ingredients that are essential for improving the skin hydration and supporting a healthy skin barrier. Glycerin, butylene glycol and caprylyl glycol 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, ceramide ns, cholesterol and bis-diglyceryl polyacyladipate-2 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 (ceramide eop 0.10% - 0.20%, ceramide ns 0.10% - 0.20% and ceramide np 0.20% - 0.35%). 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.
- Adenosine 0.20% - 0.35%. It is a chemical present inside our skin cells. A clinical trial confirmed that topical application of Adenosine in a low concentration can reduce dynamic wrinkles (these are the wrinkles that appear with age in a places where our mimic is the most active, for example, in the corners of the eyes or on the forehead).
Irritation risk
There are actives in this product that can be irritating. We assess the overall irritancy of this moisturizer to be medium. 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 10.90$ in the United States.
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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.
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