Skin Rocks

Skin Rocks The eye cream

Name: Skin Rocks - The eye cream
Brand: Skin Rocks

Efficacy87/100IrritancyMedium

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Works for

Moisturizing

Panthenol, Palmitoyl tripeptide-5 + 24 more

Works well

What the product description says

“Significantly reducing the depth of fine lines, wrinkles, puffiness* and eye bag volume whilst smoothing, hydrating and helping to firm the eye area, this proven-to-perfect formula is three years of innovation in an instant.”

Source: Skin Rocks

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: fructose, 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: cera microcristallina, dimethicone.

The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: palmitoyl tripeptide-5, panthenol

PanthenolHero· HumectantEffect: HighHelps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help improve skin barrier function~0.25–0.5%

Palmitoyl tripeptide-5HeroEffect: HighA type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles~0.25–0.45%

GlycerinKey active· HumectantEffect: HighOne of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant~4.7–5.8%

Cera microcristallinaKey active· Emollient, OcclusiveEffect: HighHelps to soften the upper layer of the skin, reduce water loss from its surface and create a thicker product consistency~3.1–3.8%

DimethiconeKey active· Emollient, OcclusiveEffect: HighA 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~2.4–3%

PolymethylsilsesquioxaneKey activeEffect: HighA silicone that improves product texture and helps dissolve other ingredients. Can form a non-greasy film on the skin to prevent moisture loss~1.9–2.4%

SqualaneKey active· Emollient, OcclusiveEffect: HighAn 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.~1.7–2.1%

FructoseKey active· HumectantEffect: HighHelps attract water to the upper layer of the skin~0.6–0.85%

Helianthus annuus seed oilKey active· Emollient, OcclusiveEffect: HighA 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~0.45–0.7%

Peg/ppg-18/18 dimethiconeKey activeEffect: HighA silicone that mixes with water creating nice light-weight product texture~0.45–0.7%

Carthamus tinctorius seed oilKey active· EmollientEffect: HighAn emollient that helps soften the skin and might help calm down inflammation~0.3–0.55%

PhytosterolsKey active· EmollientEffect: HighLipids that work as an emollient and can be helpful in repairing skin barrier function~0.3–0.55%

Sodium hyaluronate crosspolymerKey active· HumectantEffect: HighAttracts water into the upper layer of the skin~0.3–0.55%

Polyglutamic acidKey active· HumectantEffect: HighHelps attract water to the upper layer of the skin.~0.25–0.5%

Saccharomyces cerevisiae extractKey active· HumectantEffect: HighA moisturizing ingredient that works as a humectant to attract water to the upper layer of the skin.~0.25–0.45%

Sodium hyaluronateKey active· HumectantEffect: HighOne of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin~0.25–0.45%

PantolactoneKey active· HumectantEffect: HighHelps attract water to the upper layer of the skin~0.25–0.45%

Dunaliella salina extractKey activeEffect: MediumA green micro-algae extract that might help neutralize free radicals in skin, but solid evidence is lacking. It helps to soften the upper layer of the skin~0.25–0.45%

Coco-caprylate/caprateKey active· EmollientEffect: MediumHelps to soften the upper layer of the skin without creating a greasy texture~0.25–0.5%

Hydrogenated polyisobutene· Emollient, OcclusiveEffect: LowUsed to improve the product consistency and soften the upper layer of the skin~4.2–5.1%

Ethylhexyl stearate· EmollientEffect: LowHelps soften the upper layer of the skin~1.2–1.5%

Lauryl peg-9 polydimethylsiloxyethyl dimethiconeEffect: LowA type of silicone that helps to soften upper layer of the skin and create a nice product texture~0.7–1.05%

Propylene carbonateEffect: LowIs used to dissolve other ingredients and create nice product texture~0.45–0.65%

Caprylyl glycol· Humectant, EmollientEffect: LowHelps preserve products and creates a nice product texture~0.3–0.5%

TocopherolEffect: Low, below effective dosePure 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~0.25–0.4%

Chenopodium quinoa seed extractUnder-dosedHelps soften the upper layer of the skin~0.25–0.45%

Anti-aging

Palmitoyl tripeptide-5, Tocopherol

May help

What the product description says

“Significantly reducing the depth of fine lines, wrinkles, puffiness* and eye bag volume whilst smoothing, hydrating and helping to firm the eye area, this proven-to-perfect formula is three years of innovation in an instant.”

Source: Skin Rocks

This product contains palmitoyl tripeptide-5. This ingredient 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.

Palmitoyl tripeptide-5Key activeEffect: MediumA type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles~0.25–0.45%

Can it cause trouble?

Irritancy

1 strong irritant: Withania somnifera root extract

Medium risk

We flagged 20 ingredients with irritancy potential. Severity depends on your sensitivity threshold; the table lists the worst offenders first.

IngredientFunctionIrritationEst. amount

Albizia julibrissin bark extractA plant extract that might help to neutralize free radicals in skin. Is claimed to help reduce hyperpigmentation but evidence is missingHigh~0.5–0.75%est.

Aesculus hippocastanum extractA plant extract. Benefits of topical application are not confirmedHigh~0.3–0.55%est.

Withania somnifera root extract—High~0.25–0.45%est.

Benzyl alcoholA preservative. Can be used to mask unpleasant smell. Can be irritatingHigh~0.25–0.45%est.

Polyglyceryl-4 diisostearate/polyhydroxystearate/sebacateHelps water and oil mix togetherMedium~0.35–0.65%est.

Sodium hyaluronate crosspolymerAttracts water into the upper layer of the skinMedium~0.3–0.55%est.

CaffeineMight be helpful in neutralizing free radicals. Can have a dehydration effect that might somewhat decrease the look of puffy eyesMedium~0.25–0.5%est.

Hordeum vulgare extractA plant extract that might have some anti-oxidant properties. Avoid if you are sensitive to glutenMedium~0.3–0.5%est.

Saccharomyces cerevisiae extractA moisturizing ingredient that works as a humectant to attract water to the upper layer of the skin.Medium~0.25–0.45%est.

PhytosterolsLipids that work as an emollient and can be helpful in repairing skin barrier functionMedium~0.3–0.55%est.

Citric acidCan work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pHMedium~0.25–0.45%est.

Caprylyl glycolHelps preserve products and creates a nice product textureMedium~0.3–0.5%est.

Caprylhydroxamic acidA preservativeMedium~0.25–0.45%est.

1,2-hexanediolA preservativeMedium~0.2–0.4%est.

Tocopheryl acetateA 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.Medium~0.25–0.4%est.

Trisodium ethylenediamine disuccinateUsed to improve stability of the formulationMedium~0.2–0.35%est.

Potassium sorbateA preservativeMedium~0.15–0.3%est.

Sodium citrateHelps to control the skin's pH level. Maintains the skin's natural film of amino-lactic acids and oils. Helps to preserve productsMedium~0.15–0.25%est.

O-cymen-5-olA preservativeMedium~0.05–0.1%est.

EthylhexylglycerinA preservativeMedium~0.1–0.15%est.

Comedogenic

Clean of flagged comedogenic ingredients

None flagged

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Ingredients

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Water~45–55%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Plain old water

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Glycerin~4.7–5.8%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant

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Hydrogenated polyisobutene~4.2–5.1%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

Used to improve the product consistency and soften the upper layer of the skin

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Cera microcristallina~3.1–3.8%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin, reduce water loss from its surface and create a thicker product consistency

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Dimethicone~2.4–3%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

MoisturizingMattifying

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

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Polymethylsilsesquioxane~1.9–2.4%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

A silicone that improves product texture and helps dissolve other ingredients. Can form a non-greasy film on the skin to prevent moisture loss

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Squalane~1.7–2.1%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

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.

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C9-12 alkane~1.5–1.8%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Helps dissolve other ingredients in a formulation

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Ethylhexyl stearate~1.2–1.5%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

Helps soften the upper layer of the skin

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Sodium chloride~1.1–1.3%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Used to stabilize mixtures of oil and water, and create thicker, gel-like product textures

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Lauryl peg-9 polydimethylsiloxyethyl dimethicone~0.7–1.05%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

CleansingMoisturizing

A type of silicone that helps to soften upper layer of the skin and create a nice product texture

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Fructose~0.6–0.85%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin

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Albizia julibrissin bark extract~0.5–0.75%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

Works for

Anti-oxidationEvens skin toneAnti-inflammatory

A plant extract that might help to neutralize free radicals in skin. Is claimed to help reduce hyperpigmentation but evidence is missing

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Disteardimonium hectorite~0.5–0.75%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

A type of clay that is used to thicken the product consistency

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Hdi/trimethylol hexyllactone crosspolymer~0.45–0.7%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Used to create a silky product texture and add volume to products

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Peg/ppg-18/18 dimethicone~0.45–0.7%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

CleansingMoisturizing

A silicone that mixes with water creating nice light-weight product texture

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Helianthus annuus seed oil~0.45–0.7%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

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

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Propylene carbonate~0.45–0.65%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

Is used to dissolve other ingredients and create nice product texture

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Polyglyceryl-4 diisostearate/polyhydroxystearate/sebacate~0.35–0.65%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Cleansing

Helps water and oil mix together

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Sodium hyaluronate crosspolymer~0.3–0.55%

Key activeIrritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Moisturizing

Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin

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Sodium isostearate~0.4–0.6%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Cleansing

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Aesculus hippocastanum extract~0.3–0.55%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

A plant extract. Benefits of topical application are not confirmed

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Caffeine~0.25–0.5%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

De-puffingAnti-oxidation

Might be helpful in neutralizing free radicals. Can have a dehydration effect that might somewhat decrease the look of puffy eyes

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Carthamus tinctorius seed oil~0.3–0.55%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

MoisturizingAnti-oxidation

An emollient that helps soften the skin and might help calm down inflammation

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Chenopodium quinoa seed extract~0.25–0.45%

Under-dosed

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

Helps soften the upper layer of the skin

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Cucumis sativus seed extract~0.25–0.45%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

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Diamond powder~0.35–0.6%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Does not have known skin benefits. Might help create an optical illusion of smoother skin

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Dunaliella salina extract~0.25–0.45%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

MoisturizingAnti-oxidation

A green micro-algae extract that might help neutralize free radicals in skin, but solid evidence is lacking. It helps to soften the upper layer of the skin

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Hordeum vulgare extract~0.3–0.5%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Anti-oxidation

A plant extract that might have some anti-oxidant properties. Avoid if you are sensitive to gluten

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Morus alba leaf extract~0.25–0.45%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

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Saccharomyces cerevisiae extract~0.25–0.45%

Key activeIrritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Moisturizing

A moisturizing ingredient that works as a humectant to attract water to the upper layer of the skin.

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Sodium hyaluronate~0.25–0.45%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin

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Palmitoyl tripeptide-5~0.25–0.45%

Hero · Moisturizing

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

MoisturizingAnti-aging

A type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles

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Panthenol~0.25–0.5%

Hero · Moisturizing

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Reduces rednessMoisturizingReduces irritation

Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help improve skin barrier function

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Pantolactone~0.25–0.45%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin

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Phytosterols~0.3–0.55%

Key activeIrritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Moisturizing

Lipids that work as an emollient and can be helpful in repairing skin barrier function

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Polyglutamic acid~0.25–0.5%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin.

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Withania somnifera root extract~0.25–0.45%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

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Benzyl alcohol~0.25–0.45%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

A preservative. Can be used to mask unpleasant smell. Can be irritating

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Citric acid~0.25–0.45%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH

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Darutoside~0.25–0.45%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

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Caprylyl glycol~0.3–0.5%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Moisturizing

Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture

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Coco-caprylate/caprate~0.25–0.5%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin without creating a greasy texture

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Caprylhydroxamic acid~0.25–0.45%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

A preservative

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Sodium benzoate~0.25–0.45%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

A preservative

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1,2-hexanediol~0.2–0.4%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

A preservative

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Tocopherol~0.25–0.4%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Anti-oxidationAnti-agingAnti-inflammatoryMoisturizing

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

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Tocopheryl acetate~0.25–0.4%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Anti-oxidation

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.

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Trisodium ethylenediamine disuccinate~0.2–0.35%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Used to improve stability of the formulation

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Phenoxyethanol~0.15–0.3%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products

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Propanediol~0.2–0.35%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Acts as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin

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Potassium sorbate~0.15–0.3%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

A preservative

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Sodium citrate~0.15–0.25%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Helps to control the skin's pH level. Maintains the skin's natural film of amino-lactic acids and oils. Helps to preserve products

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O-cymen-5-ol~0.05–0.1%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

A preservative

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Ethylhexylglycerin~0.1–0.15%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

A preservative

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Ingredient list view

Water, Glycerin, Hydrogenated polyisobutene, Cera microcristallina, Dimethicone, Polymethylsilsesquioxane, Squalane, C9-12 alkane, Ethylhexyl stearate, Sodium chloride, Lauryl peg-9 polydimethylsiloxyethyl dimethicone, Fructose, Albizia julibrissin bark extract, Disteardimonium hectorite, Hdi/trimethylol hexyllactone crosspolymer, Peg/ppg-18/18 dimethicone, Helianthus annuus seed oil, Propylene carbonate, Polyglyceryl-4 diisostearate/polyhydroxystearate/sebacate, Sodium hyaluronate crosspolymer, Sodium isostearate, Aesculus hippocastanum extract, Caffeine, Carthamus tinctorius seed oil, Chenopodium quinoa seed extract, Cucumis sativus seed extract, Diamond powder, Dunaliella salina extract, Hordeum vulgare extract, Morus alba leaf extract, Saccharomyces cerevisiae extract, Sodium hyaluronate, Palmitoyl tripeptide-5, Panthenol, Pantolactone, Phytosterols, Polyglutamic acid, Withania somnifera root extract, Benzyl alcohol, Citric acid, Darutoside, Caprylyl glycol, Coco-caprylate/caprate, Caprylhydroxamic acid, Sodium benzoate, 1,2-hexanediol, Tocopherol, Tocopheryl acetate, Trisodium ethylenediamine disuccinate, Phenoxyethanol, Propanediol, Potassium sorbate, Sodium citrate, O-cymen-5-ol, Ethylhexylglycerin

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Product summary

"SkinRocks - The eye cream" is a well-rounded moisturizing product. To work well, any moisturizer needs to include a combination of water-binding and emollient ingredients. SkinRocks - The eye cream ticks this box. Humectants in this product (fructose, glycerin, pantolactone, polyglutamic acid and saccharomyces cerevisiae extract) 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). Emollients in this formulation (carthamus tinctorius seed oil, phytosterols, cera microcristallina, dimethicone and helianthus annuus seed oil) help to reduce the moisture loss from the skin. They also soften the skin surface and relieve the feeling of dryness and tightness.

Ingredient callouts

This moisturizer also contains Peptides (palmitoyl tripeptide-5 0.25% - 0.45%). 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 they are 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.

This product contains ingredients that could be beneficial, but their concentrations are too low in this formulation: vitamin e and chenopodium quinoa seed extract

Irritation risk

This moisturizer contains some common irritants, including those without 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.