Works for
Evens skin toneTetrahexyldecyl ascorbate ~1.2–1.8%, below the ~4% it needs + 1 moreUnder-dosed
“A brightening Vitamin C powered eye balm that glides on clear with a unique touchless application to brighten and reduce the look of dark circles.”
Effective ingredients missing or their concentration is too low
MoisturizingSide benefit · Palmitoyl hexapeptide-12, Helianthus annuus seed wax + 12 moreWorks well
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:
sodium pca, 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: helianthus annuus seed oil unsaponifiables, helianthus annuus seed wax.
The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: palmitoyl hexapeptide-12
Anti-agingSide benefit · Astaxanthin, Palmitoyl hexapeptide-12 + 3 moreWorks well
This product can help reduce and prevent fine lines and wrinkles, improve skin elasticity and firmness because it contains palmitoyl hexapeptide-12.
These ingredients in the product can also be helpful, even though there is less evidence for their effectiveness: astaxanthin.
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-oxidationSide benefit · Astaxanthin, Haematococcus pluvialis extract + 4 moreWorks well
This product contains antioxidants (astaxanthin) 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 - haematococcus pluvialis extract also can have an antioxidant effect, but there is less evidence to confirm their effectiveness in skin.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy13 flagged ingredientsMedium risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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C13-15 alkane~23–35%
Water~12–18%
Cocoglycerides~4.1–6.2%
- Irritation risk
- High
Help soften the upper layer of the skin and make it easier for oil and water mix together. Recently, a rising number of allergic reactions to cocoglycerides and other coconut-derived surfactants has been reported. As there is a significant overlap between frequent irritants and allergens, we flag this ingredient for attention of those with very sensitive, reactive skin
More about CocoglyceridesHelianthus annuus seed wax~3.7–5.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and support skin's barrier function while creating a thicker product consistency
More about Helianthus annuus seed waxButylene glycol~2.5–3.8%
- 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 glycolAcrylates crosspolymer~1.8–2.7%
Polyhydroxystearic acid~1.4–2.1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to create a thicker product consistency and stabilize the formulation
More about Polyhydroxystearic acidTetrahexyldecyl ascorbate~1.2–1.8%
- 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 ascorbateBis-behenyl/isostearyl/phytosteryl dimer dilinoleyl dimer dilinoleate~1.1–1.7%
- Irritation risk
- High
Polyglyceryl-4 oleate~0.9–1.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Polyglyceryl-4 oleateCetearyl olivate~0.55–1.25%
Polyglyceryl-6 oleate~0.45–1.05%
Helianthus annuus seed oil unsaponifiables~0.4–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A great emollient due to its high linoleic acid content. One of the most effective plant oils in helping skin hydration and repairing skin barrier function
More about Helianthus annuus seed oil unsaponifiablesDiisostearyl malate~0.4–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Diisostearyl malateSorbitan olivate~0.35–0.8%
Gluconolactone~0.3–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A polyhydroxy acid (PHA) that helps shed the dead cells from the skin surface revealing smoother skin. Is believed to be genter than AHAs. It helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can stimulate production of skin's own hyaluronic acid resulting in improved hydration levels. It has been shown to be helpful against acne and clogged pores if used consistently (e.g over a period of 12 weeks) in high enough concentration. It can help reduce fine lines and wrinkles and improve skin tone with long-term application. Can help neutralize free radicals
More about GluconolactoneTocopheryl acetate~0.3–0.75%
- 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 acetateSodium benzoate~0.25–0.5%
Sodium pca~0.15–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Naturally present in skin and helps to attract water to its upper layer
More about Sodium pcaTroxerutin~0.15–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Maltodextrin~0.15–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to stabilize the product formulation and can help absorb oil
More about MaltodextrinOctyldodecanol~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that helps to soften the skin and create a pleasant product texture and stabilize the formulation
More about OctyldodecanolHaematococcus pluvialis extract~0.1–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Green algae extract that might contain antioxidant astaxanthin
More about Haematococcus pluvialis extractCistus monspeliensis flower/leaf/stem extract~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Calcium gluconate~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and helps to improve appearance of the product
More about Calcium gluconateMalic acid~0.1–0.45%
Pentaerythrityl tetraisostearate~0.15–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Pentaerythrityl tetraisostearateAstaxanthin~0.1–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps neutralize free radicals in skin and might help to calm down inflammation
More about AstaxanthinTocopherol~0.1–0.35%
- 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 TocopherolCaprylic/capric triglyceride~0.1–0.45%
- 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 triglyceridePropylene carbonate~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Is used to dissolve other ingredients and create nice product texture
More about Propylene carbonateStearalkonium hectorite~0.05–0.2%
Palmitoyl hexapeptide-12~0.05–0.15%
- 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 hexapeptide-12Ci 77491~0.05–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A red colorant made of iron oxide. Typically is not irritating
More about Ci 77491Ingredient list view
C13-15 alkane, Water, Cocoglycerides, Helianthus annuus seed wax, Butylene glycol, Acrylates crosspolymer, Polyhydroxystearic acid, Tetrahexyldecyl ascorbate, Bis-behenyl/isostearyl/phytosteryl dimer dilinoleyl dimer dilinoleate, Polyglyceryl-4 oleate, Cetearyl olivate, Polyglyceryl-6 oleate, Helianthus annuus seed oil unsaponifiables, Diisostearyl malate, Sorbitan olivate, Gluconolactone, Tocopheryl acetate, Sodium benzoate, Sodium pca, Troxerutin, Maltodextrin, Octyldodecanol, Haematococcus pluvialis extract, Cistus monspeliensis flower/leaf/stem extract, Calcium gluconate, Malic acid, Pentaerythrityl tetraisostearate, Astaxanthin, Tocopherol, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Propylene carbonate, Stearalkonium hectorite, Palmitoyl hexapeptide-12, Ci 77491
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