Renee Rouleau Vitamin C Eye Brightener
Works for
MoisturizingPalmitoyl tetrapeptide-7, Palmitoyl tripeptide-1 + 16 moreWorks well
“• All the plumping benefits of a hydrating creme in a lightweight gel-creme formula”
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:
dipotassium glycyrrhizate, 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: dimethicone, phenyl trimethicone.
The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: palmitoyl tetrapeptide-7, palmitoyl tripeptide-1
Anti-agingPalmitoyl tetrapeptide-7, Palmitoyl tripeptide-1 + 5 moreMay help
“With continued use, this silky formula will revitalize aging skin around the eyes with a boost of firmness and volume while reducing the appearance of darkness.”
This product contains palmitoyl tetrapeptide-7, palmitoyl 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.
Evens skin toneChrysin, Dipotassium glycyrrhizate + 3 moreMay help
“Vitamin C Eye Brightener”
The following ingredient (ingredients) in this product might be helpful, but there is no evidence to confirm that it actually works: chrysin, dipotassium glycyrrhizate.
Anti-oxidationSide benefit · Chrysin, Ascorbyl palmitate + 3 moreMay help
This product contains antioxidants (chrysin) that might be able to help neutralize free radicals in skin to lessen the damage it gets from the UV light (sun). There is not enough evidence to confirm their effectiveness in skin though.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy1 strong irritant: Rosa damascena flower oilMedium 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~45–55%
Caprylyl methicone~6–7.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of silicone that helps to soften the upper layer of the skin and create a nice product finish on the skin
More about Caprylyl methiconeTrioctyldodecyl citrate~4.6–5.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Methyl gluceth-20~3.3–4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and soften it
More about Methyl gluceth-20Peg-12 dimethicone/ppg-20 crosspolymer~2.6–3.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps water and oil mix together
More about Peg-12 dimethicone/ppg-20 crosspolymerCi 77163~2.1–2.6%
Dipotassium glycyrrhizate~1.8–2.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A salt derived from licorice. Works as an emollient to soften the upper layer of the skin and can help calm down inflammation. Might be helpful for skin lightening
More about Dipotassium glycyrrhizatePalmitoyl tetrapeptide-7~1.5–1.8%
- 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 Palmitoyl tetrapeptide-7Tetrahexyldecyl ascorbate~1.2–1.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Being a lipid soluble form of vitamin C, it is more stable than ascorbic acid, but still degrades quickly and needs to be stabilized in a formulation with another ingredient. It is claimed to penetrate skin better than pure vitamin C and have the the similar benefits, but solid studies of its effectiveness are lacking. Is likely to require a higher concentration in a product than pure vitamin C to be effective. It might be able to help reduce pore clogging.
More about Tetrahexyldecyl ascorbatePalmitoyl tripeptide-1~1.1–1.3%
- 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 Palmitoyl tripeptide-1Sodium hyaluronate~0.8–1.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Sodium hyaluronateN-hydroxysuccinimide~0.7–1.05%
- Irritation risk
- High
Is claimed to be able to brighten skin tone by removing some blood-related pigmented compounds in skin (hemoglobin and related elements) but solid research is missing. Can be irritating
More about N-hydroxysuccinimideChrysin~0.65–1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Might be helpful in reducing fine lines and wrinkles, as well as lightening the skin, but solid evidence is missing. Could somewhat help in reducing the darkness of the under-eye area. Helps to neutralise free radicals in skin
More about ChrysinTocopherol~0.65–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Pure form of vitamin E. Can help moisturise and protect the skin from free radicals. Often used to help stabilise other ingredients or the formula itself
More about TocopherolAscorbyl palmitate~0.55–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Being a lipid soluble form of vitamin C, it is more stable and can penetrate the skin better than L-Ascorbic acid. It is effective in protecting the skin from free radicals, as well as evening the skin tone, but is less effective in stimulating collagen production compared to L-Ascorbic acid.
More about Ascorbyl palmitateAscorbic acid~0.55–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- High
The most well-researched antioxidant that works in skin. Helps neutralize free radicals supporting collagen production, helping to even out the skin tone and preventing early signs of aging
More about Ascorbic acidCitric acid~0.55–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidGlycerin~0.55–0.85%
- 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 GlycerinSqualane~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An oil naturally present in skin. Works as an emollient to soften the skin and form a protective layer on its surface without a greasy feeling.
More about SqualanePhenyl trimethicone~0.35–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of silicone that can decrease loss of moisture from the skin surface. It helps create a nice product texture
More about Phenyl trimethiconePentylene glycol~0.35–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to preserve products, dissolve other ingredients and create a nice product texture
More about Pentylene glycolDimethicone~0.35–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A silicone that helps to reduce water loss from the surface of the skin. Can temporarily "fill in" lines and wrinkles, absorb oil, and create a nice product finish
More about DimethiconeAmmonium acryloyldimethyltaurate/vp copolymer~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Increases thickness of a product. Texture enhancer for oil-in-water emulsions
More about Ammonium acryloyldimethyltaurate/vp copolymerLaureth-4~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
- Comedogenicity
- 2/5
Helps water and oil mix together
More about Laureth-4Polysorbate 80~0.25–0.5%
Hydroxyethyl acrylate/sodium acryloyldimethyl taurate copolymer~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A gelling agent that thickens the product consistency and leaves the skin with a velvety finish
More about Hydroxyethyl acrylate/sodium acryloyldimethyl taurate copolymerCetyl esters~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften upper layer of the skin and can enhance penetration of other ingredients into the upper layer of the skin
More about Cetyl estersSteareth-20~0.3–0.55%
Polysorbate 60~0.2–0.35%
Peg-8~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to create a nice product consistency
More about Peg-8Glucose~0.1–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Could be helpful in restoring the skin barrier function
More about GlucoseEthylhexylglycerin~0.1–0.15%
Lactoperoxidase~0.05–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. In theory, could support healthy skin's microbiome, but evidence of effectiveness in skin is lacking
More about LactoperoxidaseGlucose oxidase~0.05–0.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Glucose oxidaseRosa damascena flower oil~0.05%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used as a fragrance. Can be irritating
More about Rosa damascena flower oilIngredient list view
Water, Caprylyl methicone, Trioctyldodecyl citrate, Methyl gluceth-20, Peg-12 dimethicone/ppg-20 crosspolymer, Ci 77163, Dipotassium glycyrrhizate, Palmitoyl tetrapeptide-7, Tetrahexyldecyl ascorbate, Palmitoyl tripeptide-1, Sodium hyaluronate, N-hydroxysuccinimide, Chrysin, Tocopherol, Ascorbyl palmitate, Ascorbic acid, Citric acid, Glycerin, Squalane, Phenyl trimethicone, Pentylene glycol, Dimethicone, Ammonium acryloyldimethyltaurate/vp copolymer, Laureth-4, Polysorbate 80, Hydroxyethyl acrylate/sodium acryloyldimethyl taurate copolymer, Cetyl esters, Steareth-20, Polysorbate 60, Peg-8, Glucose, Ethylhexylglycerin, Lactoperoxidase, Glucose oxidase, Rosa damascena flower oil
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| Renee RouleauVitamin C Eye BrightenerYOUR PRODUCT | Paula's choiceRESIST Anti-Aging Eye Cream | CeraVeSkin Renewing Vitamin C Eye Cream | SkinCeuticalsAnti-Aging Regimen | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 59% | 59% | 58% |
| Price | $59.50 | $39.00−$20.50 | $17.88−$41.62 | — |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 5 of 14 | 6 of 14 | 7 of 14 |
| Key difference | — | Ascorbyl Glucoside | Ceramide Ap | Dipeptide-2 |
| Irritancy | Medium | Medium | Medium | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
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Product summary
Judging from the ingredient list, "Renee Rouleau - Vitamin C Eye Brightener" works well for improving skin hydration To work well, any moisturizer needs to include a combination of water-binding and emollient ingredients. Renee Rouleau - Vitamin C Eye Brightener ticks this box. Humectants in this product (dipotassium glycyrrhizate, glycerin, sodium hyaluronate, glucose and methyl gluceth-20) help to increase the water content in the upper layer of the skin. (These ingredients do so by "capturing" water molecules from the outside air or from within the deeper layers of the skin). Palmitoyl tetrapeptide-7, palmitoyl tripeptide-1, dimethicone, phenyl trimethicone and squalane 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
- This product also contains Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid). It can be an effective active for anti-aging and evening out the skin tone, but in this moisturizer it is used for stabilizing other ingredients in the formulation. In this concentration (0.55% - 0.85%) it cannot have a noticeable benefit for the skin.
- We like that this moisturizer contains peptides (palmitoyl tripeptide-1 1.10% - 1.30% and palmitoyl tetrapeptide-7 1.50% - 1.80%). 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. Peptides 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.
- Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate in this product (1.80% - 2.10%) can also further help improve the skin barrier. It might be able to calm down inflammation and reduce sensitivity. Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate is an active compound from the licorice root.
Irritation risk
This formulation includes some common irritants, including ingredients that do not provide a benefit for the skin. 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.
About the brand
According to Cruelty-Free Kitty "Renee Rouleau" is cruelty free and so is its parent company.
Price
The product retails for 59.50$ 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 19 studies and safety reviews.
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- 5Hyaluronic acid: A key molecule in skin agingncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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