Works for
MoisturizingPalmitoyl tetrapeptide-7, Palmitoyl tripeptide-1 + 9 moreWorks well
“Enriched with encapsulated retinol to perfect the skins texture, hyaluronic acid to hydrate and a lifting complex to help firm and brighten the eye contour.”
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, glycogen.
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: palmitoyl tetrapeptide-7, palmitoyl tripeptide-1.
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-agingRetinol, Palmitoyl tripeptide-1 + 3 moreWorks well
“Rodial’s Retinol Eye Serum has been specially developed to smooth the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles for a rejuvenated effect.”
This product can help reduce and prevent fine lines and wrinkles, improve skin elasticity and firmness because it contains retinol.
These ingredients in the product can also be helpful, even though there is less evidence for their effectiveness: palmitoyl tetrapeptide-7, palmitoyl tripeptide-1.
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 toneRetinol, Chrysin + 1 moreWorks well
“Enriched with encapsulated retinol to perfect the skins texture, hyaluronic acid to hydrate and a lifting complex to help firm and brighten the eye contour.”
This product can help reduce hypepigmentation and even out the skin tone because it contains the following effective ingredients: retinol.
The following ingredient (ingredients) in this product might be helpful, but there is no evidence to confirm that it actually can help even out the skin tone: chrysin.
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.
ExfoliationSide benefit · RetinolWorks well
This product can help exfoliate the skin. In other words, it helps break down the bonds between dead cells on the surface of the skin and speed up the skin turnover. Skin often appears softer and brighter after exfoliation, but overdoing it can result in disrupted skin barrier. The following ingredient is doing the exfoliating job in this product: retinol.
Anti-oxidationSide benefit · Retinol, Chrysin + 2 moreWorks well
This product contains antioxidants (retinol) 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 - chrysin also can have an antioxidant effect, but there is less evidence to confirm their effectiveness in skin.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy3 strong irritants: Arnica montana flower extract, Jasminum officinale flower extract + 1 more — patch-test recommendedHigh 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%
Glycerin~3.9–5.8%
- 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 GlycerinPropylene glycol~3.4–5.1%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps oil and water mix together and can enhance the penetration of other ingredients into the skin. It can be irritating
More about Propylene glycolPolyacrylamide~2.7–4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to improve product texture and help oil and water mix together
More about PolyacrylamidePhenoxyethanol~0.5–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolC13-14 isoparaffin~1.6–2.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin, dissolve other ingredients and create a thicker product consistency
More about C13-14 isoparaffinGlycogen~1.3–2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about GlycogenEthylhexyl palmitate~1.2–1.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
An emollient that helps soften the skin and create a nice product texture
More about Ethylhexyl palmitateLaureth-7~0.95–1.45%
Polysorbate 20~0.8–1.2%
Sodium hyaluronate~0.45–1.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Sodium hyaluronateEthylhexylglycerin~0.4–0.95%
Disodium edta~0.35–0.8%
Tocopherol~0.35–0.75%
- 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 TocopherolSucrose palmitate~0.35–0.75%
Arnica montana flower extract~0.2–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that can be irritating. It can have some anti-bacterial properties, but there are no evidence of a beneficial effect for skin
More about Arnica montana flower extractJasminum officinale flower extract~0.2–0.75%
Steareth-20~0.35–0.8%
Glyceryl linoleate~0.2–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Glyceryl linoleateTocopheryl acetate~0.15–0.65%
- 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 acetateLecithin~0.15–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used mostly for creating emulsions - helping oil and water mix together. Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about LecithinRetinol~0.1–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- High
Two steps removed from the active form of vitamin A - retinoic acid. Once converted to the retinoic acid in the skin, retinol is proven to be effective against all signs of aging. It improves skin cell turnover, helps fight blemishes and clogged pores, can regulate excess oil production and even skin tone. It can, however, be quite irritating
More about RetinolPotassium sorbate~0.1–0.5%
Sodium benzoate~0.1–0.45%
Trihydroxystearin~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and improve the product texture
More about TrihydroxystearinCitric acid~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidN-hydroxysuccinimide~0.1–0.35%
- 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-hydroxysuccinimideBht~0.05–0.25%
Bha~0.05–0.25%
Chrysin~0.05–0.2%
- 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 ChrysinPalmitoyl tripeptide-1~0.05–0.25%
- 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-1Palmitoyl tetrapeptide-7~0.05–0.2%
- 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-7Glucomannan~0.01–0.05%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Ingredient list view
Water, Glycerin, Propylene glycol, Polyacrylamide, Phenoxyethanol, C13-14 isoparaffin, Glycogen, Ethylhexyl palmitate, Laureth-7, Polysorbate 20, Sodium hyaluronate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Disodium edta, Tocopherol, Sucrose palmitate, Arnica montana flower extract, Jasminum officinale flower extract, Steareth-20, Glyceryl linoleate, Tocopheryl acetate, Lecithin, Retinol, Potassium sorbate, Sodium benzoate, Trihydroxystearin, Citric acid, N-hydroxysuccinimide, Bht, Bha, Chrysin, Palmitoyl tripeptide-1, Palmitoyl tetrapeptide-7, Glucomannan
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| RodialRetinol Eye SerumYOUR PRODUCT | Derm InstituteYouth Alchemy Eye Serum | Chemist ConfessionsDouble Play Retinol Face & Eye Treatment | PhilosophyUltimate Miracle Worker Fix Eye Power-Treatment Fill & Firm | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 92% | 89% | 88% |
| Price | $99.00 | $290.00+$191.00 | $48.00−$51.00 | $51.84−$47.16 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 6 of 8 | 6 of 8 | 5 of 8 |
| Key difference | — | Acetyl Tetrapeptide-17 | Madecassoside | Glycolic Acid |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Medium | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | Contains drying alcohol |
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Product summary
"Rodial - Retinol Eye Serum" is effective for: Anti-aging, Evens skin tone, Exfoliation and Moisturizing
Ingredient callouts
- this product contains an effective form of Retinoids (vitamin A): retinol 0.10% - 0.45%. Retinoids are potent multitasking actives. They work to improve and prevent early signs of aging, reduce hyperpigmentation (age spots and post-acne marks), and prevent inflamed blemishes and clogged pores. The downside of Retinoids is that they can be irritating. If you are not already using a Retinoid in your routine, it is best to start slowly and apply the Retinoid product only a few times per week. If your skin tolerates it well, you can gradually increase the frequency to daily.
- Peptides (palmitoyl tetrapeptide-7 0.05% - 0.20% and palmitoyl tripeptide-1 0.05% - 0.25%). Peptides are a very big group of ingredients. They all consist of a different combination of aminoacids. Our skin produces Peptides naturally. Some of them work as natural antibiotics, promote wound-healing and production of collagen. The scientists are still studying how effective the topical application of Peptides is, but it is very likely that theynare helpful. Peptides might be able to support skin barrier restoration and even have an anti-aging benefit. At the very least, they certainly help attract water to the skin and support the hydration in this way.
- Humectants (sodium hyaluronate 0.45% - 1.10%, glycogen 1.30% - 2.00% and glycerin 3.90% - 5.80%). These ingredients help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improve the skin hydration.
About the brand
According to Cruelty-Free Kitty "Rodial" is cruelty free and so is its parent company.
Price
The product retails for 99.00$ in the United States and for 23.09£ 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 19 studies and safety reviews.
- 1
- 2Surfactants and experimental irritant contact dermatitisncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 3Propylene Glycolpubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 4Skin-sensitizing and irritant properties of propylene glycolonlinelibrary.wiley.com
- 5Safety Assessment of Isoparaffins as Used in Cosmeticsjournals.sagepub.com
- 6Hyaluronic acid: A key molecule in skin agingncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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