SkinCeuticals AOX+ Eye Gel Eye serum for dark circles under eyes
Works for
Anti-agingAscorbic acid, Phloretin + 1 moreWorks well
“This refreshing vitamin C eye serum targets visible signs of aging such as crow’s feet and fine lines, and improves the appearance of puffiness, fatigue, and under-eye circles.”
This product can help reduce and prevent fine lines and wrinkles, improve skin elasticity and firmness because it contains ascorbic acid.
These ingredients in the product can also be helpful, even though there is less evidence for their effectiveness: ferulic acid, phloretin.
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 toneSide benefit · Ascorbic acid, Phloretin + 1 moreWorks well
This product can help reduce hypepigmentation and even out the skin tone because it contains the following effective ingredients: ascorbic acid.
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: ferulic acid, phloretin.
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.
Anti-oxidationSide benefit · Ascorbic acid, Ferulic acid + 2 moreWorks well
This product contains antioxidants (ascorbic acid, ferulic acid, phloretin) that can help neutralize free radicals in skin. By doing so, they can lessen the damage the skin gets from the UV light (sun).
MoisturizingSide benefit · Undecane, Dimethicone + 3 moreWorks
This product can help soften the skin and reduce its moisture loss with emollients and occlusives: dimethicone, undecane.
Keep in mind that this product does not contain effective ingredients to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. This is why an additional product with humectants like glycerin or hyaluronic acid can be helpful (apply it before this product for the best results).
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy1 strong irritant: Alcohol denat.Medium risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Phloretin~22–33%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A potent antioxidant that is able to penetrate the skin barrier. It can help neutralize free radicals in skin, fight photodamage and reduce hyperpigmentation. It is, however, unstable and loses effectiveness when exposed to light. Effective products with phloretin must come in air-tight opaque packaging and use a sophisticated delivery technology
More about PhloretinAscorbic acid~5.5–8.2%
- 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 acidFerulic acid~4.9–7.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A potent anti-oxidant that has been shown to be effective in neutralizing free radicals in skin. There seem to have a synergetic effect of ferulic acid, vitamin E and C, meaning that when the ingredients are used together, they enhance each other's ability protect the skin against free radicals. Ferulic acid also helps to stabilize other ingredients - including vitamins C and E. It can help to even out the skin tone. Ferulic acid is approved for use as a sunscreen ingredient in Japan in concentrations up to 10%
More about Ferulic acidWater~3.7–5.5%
Water~2.6–3.8%
Dipropylene glycol~1.7–2.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to dissolve other ingredients in a formulation. Slows down the rate of product drying
More about Dipropylene glycolDipropylene glycol~1.2–1.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to dissolve other ingredients in a formulation. Slows down the rate of product drying
More about Dipropylene glycolButylene glycol~0.95–1.4%
- 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 glycolButylene glycol~0.55–1.25%
- 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 glycolUndecane~0.45–1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps create a non-greasy finish on the skin
More about UndecaneUndecane~0.35–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps create a non-greasy finish on the skin
More about UndecaneBis-hydroxyethoxypropyl dimethicone~0.3–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Bis-hydroxyethoxypropyl dimethicone~0.2–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Alcohol denat.~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- High
Produces temporary toning effect. Can help dissolve other ingredients or preserve products
More about Alcohol denat.Alcohol denat.~0.1–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
Produces temporary toning effect. Can help dissolve other ingredients or preserve products
More about Alcohol denat.Ascorbic acid~0.1–0.45%
- 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 acidAscorbic acid~0.1–0.4%
- 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 acidDimethicone~0.15–0.55%
- 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 DimethiconeDimethicone~0.15–0.5%
- 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 DimethiconeCaprylic/capric triglyceride~0.1–0.5%
- 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 triglycerideCaprylic/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 triglycerideTridecane~0.05–0.2%
Tridecane~0.05–0.15%
Phloretin~0.05–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A potent antioxidant that is able to penetrate the skin barrier. It can help neutralize free radicals in skin, fight photodamage and reduce hyperpigmentation. It is, however, unstable and loses effectiveness when exposed to light. Effective products with phloretin must come in air-tight opaque packaging and use a sophisticated delivery technology
More about PhloretinPhloretin~0.05–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A potent antioxidant that is able to penetrate the skin barrier. It can help neutralize free radicals in skin, fight photodamage and reduce hyperpigmentation. It is, however, unstable and loses effectiveness when exposed to light. Effective products with phloretin must come in air-tight opaque packaging and use a sophisticated delivery technology
More about PhloretinLauryl peg-9 polydimethylsiloxyethyl dimethicone~0.05–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of silicone that helps to soften upper layer of the skin and create a nice product texture
More about Lauryl peg-9 polydimethylsiloxyethyl dimethiconeLauryl peg-9 polydimethylsiloxyethyl dimethicone~0.05–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of silicone that helps to soften upper layer of the skin and create a nice product texture
More about Lauryl peg-9 polydimethylsiloxyethyl dimethiconeDimethicone/peg-10/15 crosspolymer~0.15–0.55%
Dimethicone/peg-10/15 crosspolymer~0.1–0.5%
Dimethicone/polyglycerin-3 crosspolymer~0.4–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Dimethicone/polyglycerin-3 crosspolymerDimethicone/polyglycerin-3 crosspolymer~0.4–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Dimethicone/polyglycerin-3 crosspolymerFerulic acid~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A potent anti-oxidant that has been shown to be effective in neutralizing free radicals in skin. There seem to have a synergetic effect of ferulic acid, vitamin E and C, meaning that when the ingredients are used together, they enhance each other's ability protect the skin against free radicals. Ferulic acid also helps to stabilize other ingredients - including vitamins C and E. It can help to even out the skin tone. Ferulic acid is approved for use as a sunscreen ingredient in Japan in concentrations up to 10%
More about Ferulic acidFerulic acid~0.05–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A potent anti-oxidant that has been shown to be effective in neutralizing free radicals in skin. There seem to have a synergetic effect of ferulic acid, vitamin E and C, meaning that when the ingredients are used together, they enhance each other's ability protect the skin against free radicals. Ferulic acid also helps to stabilize other ingredients - including vitamins C and E. It can help to even out the skin tone. Ferulic acid is approved for use as a sunscreen ingredient in Japan in concentrations up to 10%
More about Ferulic acidRuscus aculeatus root extract~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Caffeine~0.05–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Might be helpful in neutralizing free radicals. Can have a dehydration effect that might somewhat decrease the look of puffy eyes
More about CaffeineCaffeine~0.05–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Might be helpful in neutralizing free radicals. Can have a dehydration effect that might somewhat decrease the look of puffy eyes
More about CaffeineDisodium edta~0.05–0.15%
Disodium edta~0.05–0.1%
Sodium hydroxide~0.01–0.05%
Sodium hydroxide~0.01–0.05%
Ingredient list view
Phloretin, Ascorbic acid, Ferulic acid, Water, Water, Dipropylene glycol, Dipropylene glycol, Butylene glycol, Butylene glycol, Undecane, Undecane, Bis-hydroxyethoxypropyl dimethicone, Bis-hydroxyethoxypropyl dimethicone, Alcohol denat., Alcohol denat., Ascorbic acid, Ascorbic acid, Dimethicone, Dimethicone, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Tridecane, Tridecane, Phloretin, Phloretin, Lauryl peg-9 polydimethylsiloxyethyl dimethicone, Lauryl peg-9 polydimethylsiloxyethyl dimethicone, Dimethicone/peg-10/15 crosspolymer, Dimethicone/peg-10/15 crosspolymer, Dimethicone/polyglycerin-3 crosspolymer, Dimethicone/polyglycerin-3 crosspolymer, Ferulic acid, Ferulic acid, Ruscus aculeatus root extract, Caffeine, Caffeine, Disodium edta, Disodium edta, Sodium hydroxide, Sodium hydroxide
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Match % combines shared ingredients, the first five ingredients, shared actives and hero ingredients, irritancy (lower counts in the alternative's favour), texture and body area. Only products in the same routine step are compared.
| SkinCeuticalsAOX+ Eye Gel Eye serum for dark circles under eyesYOUR PRODUCT | Goldfaden MDBrightening Elixir Advanced Brightening + Anti-Oxidant Treatment | AusceuticalsVITAMIN C SERUM | Paula's choiceActive Serum Intensive Vitamin C and E + Ferulic Acid | |
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| Match | — | 75% | 74% | 74% |
| Price | — | $48.00 | $31.54 | — |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 2 of 5 | 3 of 5 | 2 of 5 |
| Key difference | — | Panthenol | Panthenol | A Type Of Green Tea Extract |
| Irritancy | Medium | Low | Medium | Low |
| Drying alcohol | Contains drying alcohol | — | — | — |
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 8 studies and safety reviews.
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