skinChemists London Wrinkle Killer Anti-Ageing Eye Treatment
Works for
2 of 2 advertised claims delivered
Moisturizing4 ingredients credited for this claimStrong evidence
“Smoothing and moisturising, the eye treatment locks in moisture and contains Beautifeye, a complex that targets crow's feet to reveal visibly younger-looking peepers.”
This product contains good ingredients to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. These ingredients are called "humectants": glycerin.
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. If the air is dry, humectants can speed up the moisture loss from the skin. This is why it is a good idea to use another product on top of this one to help "seal in" the moisture (look for ingredients like dimethicone, squalane, oils and butters).
The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: dipeptide diaminobutyroyl benzylamide diacetate
Anti-aging1 ingredient credited for this claimModerate evidence
“London Wrinkle Killer Anti-Ageing Eye Treatment”
This product contains dipeptide diaminobutyroyl benzylamide diacetate. 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.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy4 strong irritants: Parfum, Benzyl salicylate + 2 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~40–60%
Glycerin~4.5–6.8%
- 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 GlycerinCetearyl olivate~3.6–5.4%
Sorbitan olivate~3–4.4%
Triethanolamine~2.1–3.2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to adjust pH of the product and can help improve the product's smell
More about TriethanolamineCarbomer~1.7–2.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps create a thicker or gel-like product texture. It is not a surfactant but can be used in gentle cleansing formulations
More about CarbomerAlbizia julibrissin bark extract~1.4–2.1%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that might help to neutralize free radicals in skin. Is claimed to help reduce hyperpigmentation but evidence is missing
More about Albizia julibrissin bark extractBenzyl alcohol~0.5–1%
- Irritation risk
- High
A preservative. Can be used to mask unpleasant smell. Can be irritating
More about Benzyl alcoholPeg-7 glyceryl cocoate~1–1.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oils and water mix together and works as a cleansing agent
More about Peg-7 glyceryl cocoateAllantoin~0.55–1.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps calm down inflammation in skin and can help reduce itching. Helps to repair the skin barrier and keep skin hydrated
More about AllantoinPhenoxyethanol~0.5–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolDisodium edta~0.5–1%
Dehydroacetic acid~0.3–0.6%
Ethylhexylglycerin~0.35–0.75%
Dipeptide diaminobutyroyl benzylamide diacetate~0.2–0.75%
- 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 Dipeptide diaminobutyroyl benzylamide diacetateParfum~0.15–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumAloe barbadensis leaf extract~0.2–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Traditionally used to treat sunburns, dermatitis and inflammation, but evidence for its effectiveness is lacking. The extract can contain humectants that help attract water into the skin
More about Aloe barbadensis leaf extractSodium benzoate~0.1–0.35%
Benzyl salicylate~0.1–0.35%
Hexyl cinnamal~0.05–0.25%
Darutoside~0.05–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Limonene~0.05–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- High
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimoneneIngredient list view
Water, Glycerin, Cetearyl olivate, Sorbitan olivate, Triethanolamine, Carbomer, Albizia julibrissin bark extract, Benzyl alcohol, Peg-7 glyceryl cocoate, Allantoin, Phenoxyethanol, Disodium edta, Dehydroacetic acid, Ethylhexylglycerin, Dipeptide diaminobutyroyl benzylamide diacetate, Parfum, Aloe barbadensis leaf extract, Sodium benzoate, Benzyl salicylate, Hexyl cinnamal, Darutoside, Limonene
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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.
| skinChemistsLondon Wrinkle Killer Anti-Ageing Eye TreatmentYOUR PRODUCT | CODAGEEye Contour Cream | Peter Thomas RothUn-Wrinkle Eye | January LabsAdvanced Eye & Lip Cream | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 64% | 63% | 62% |
| Price | $29.34 | $73.41+$44.07 | $27.30−$2.04 | — |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 3 of 3 | 3 of 3 | 3 of 3 |
| Key difference | — | Acetyl Tetrapeptide-5 | Acetyl Octapeptide-3 | Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Medium | Low |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
Product summary
"skinChemists - London Wrinkle Killer Anti-Ageing Eye Treatment" is a well-rounded moisturizing product.
Ingredient callouts
- We like that this moisturizer contains peptides (dipeptide diaminobutyroyl benzylamide diacetate 0.20% - 0.75%). There are many different kind of peptides and they are naturally present in our skin. They all are a combination of amino-acids. Some of them work as natural anti-biotics, promote wound-healing and production of collagen. The science is still not settled on how effective peptides in skincare are, but it is very likely that they have a benefit. Peptides might help restore the skin barrier and fight the signs of aging. At the very least, peptides work as humectants: they attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improve its hydration.
- In addition, this moisturizer contains Allantoin (0.55% - 1.30%). Allantoin is helpful in wound-healing and can help restore the skin barrier faster. It might also be able to improve scars, but the evidence is not very strong for this.
Irritation risk
This moisturizer contains a bunch of common irritants, including ingredients that do not provide any known benefit for the skin. It might not be the best choice if your skin is sensitive. We assess the overall irritancy of this moisturizer to be high. For a detailed overview of all potential irritants: click here
You can see the detailed formula review with the breakdown of all actives in the product and the full ingredient list with estimated concentrations in the tables below.
Price
The product retails from 30.40$ up to 44.00$ in the United States, for 84.95A$ in Australia, for 38.50CA$ in Canada and from 22.00£ up to 44.00£ 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 4 studies and safety reviews.
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- 2Phytopharmacological properties of Albizia species: A reviewresearchgate.net
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