Works for
Anti-agingCentella asiatica extract, Palmitoyl tripeptide-38 + 5 moreWorks well
“Brightening Eye Serum jump-starts the repair process with an advanced infusion of 20+ powerhouse peptides, potent algae extracts and powerful antioxidants designed to target and treat signs of aging around the eyes.”
This product can help reduce and prevent fine lines and wrinkles, improve skin elasticity and firmness because it contains glycolic acid.
These ingredients in the product can also be helpful, even though there is less evidence for their effectiveness: centella asiatica extract, palmitoyl heptapeptide-18, palmitoyl hexapeptide-52, palmitoyl tripeptide-38, palmitoyl tripeptide-5.
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.
MoisturizingPalmitoyl tripeptide-38, Palmitoyl hexapeptide-52 + 11 moreWorks well
“Created to complement our Hydro Cool Firming Eye Gels , by compounding the benefits of both products, the weightless concentrate penetrates deep into skin cells, zeroing in on spots that need extra help and fueling them with hard-working ingredients to hydrate, de-puff, firm and brighten for an all-around more rested look.”
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, sodium hyaluronate.
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: glycosphingolipids, hydroxypropyl cyclodextrin.
The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: palmitoyl heptapeptide-18, palmitoyl hexapeptide-52, palmitoyl tripeptide-38, palmitoyl tripeptide-5, panthenol
Evens skin toneGlycolic acid, Lactic acidWorks well
“Brightening Eye Serum”
This product can help reduce hypepigmentation and even out the skin tone because it contains the following effective ingredients: glycolic acid
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 · Glycolic acid, Lactic acidWorks 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: glycolic acid.
Anti-oxidationSide benefit · Centella asiatica extract, Dunaliella salina extract + 1 moreMay help
This product contains antioxidants (centella asiatica extract) that might be able to help neutralize free radicals in skin to lessen the damage it gets from the UV light (sun). There is not enough evidence to confirm their effectiveness in skin though.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy1 strong irritant: Thymus vulgaris flower/leaf extractMedium risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~45–55%
Glycerin~4.8–5.9%
- 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 GlycerinDunaliella salina extract~4.1–5.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
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
More about Dunaliella salina extractCentella asiatica extract~3.5–4.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that has been shown to be able to reduce inflammation in skin, support restoration of skin barrier function, as well as support collagen production. Contains active compounds called centelloids: asiaticoside, madecasosside, asiatic acid and madecassic acid. Might be helpful in preventing stretch marks. It can be itself be irritating though.
More about Centella asiatica extractPalmitoyl tripeptide-38~2.3–2.8%
- 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-38Chamomilla recutita flower extract~1.9–2.3%
- Irritation risk
- High
Plant extract that can have healing and anti-inflammatory properties. It is a potential allergen and can be irritating
More about Chamomilla recutita flower extractPalmitoyl hexapeptide-52~1.6–2%
- 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 hexapeptide-52Buddleja davidii extract~1.4–1.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Cucumis sativus extract~1.2–1.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Thymus vulgaris flower/leaf extract~0.9–1.15%
- Irritation risk
- High
Plant extract that has some anti-bacterial properties. Can be used as a fragrance. Can be irritating
More about Thymus vulgaris flower/leaf extractPalmitoyl tripeptide-5~0.7–1%
- 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-5Oxycoccus palustris seed oil~0.65–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Rubus chamaemorus seed oil~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- High
A berry extract that can have some anti-oxidant properties. It helps to preserve product formulations and improve their smell. It can be irritating
More about Rubus chamaemorus seed oilPalmitoyl heptapeptide-18~0.45–0.7%
Angelica archangelica root water~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Acetyl citrull amido arginine~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Simmondsia chinensis seed oil~0.5–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Softens the upper layer of skin and helps restore the healthy skin barrier. Has shown to help calm down inflammation in skin. It is a stable oil, meaning that it retains its properties even when exposed to air.
More about Simmondsia chinensis seed oilPhenethyl alcohol~0.4–0.6%
Sodium gluconate~0.3–0.55%
Panthenol~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help improve skin barrier function
More about PanthenolSodium hyaluronate~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Sodium hyaluronateCarbomer~0.25–0.45%
- 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 CarbomerEthylhexylglycerin~0.25–0.45%
Sodium hydroxide~0.25–0.45%
Hydroxypropyl cyclodextrin~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to stabilize product formulations and help soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Hydroxypropyl cyclodextrinPerfluorodecalin~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Xanthan gum~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumSucrose palmitate~0.25–0.45%
Glycosphingolipids~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of lipids naturally present in skin. They can be converted to ceramides in skin
More about GlycosphingolipidsGlycolic acid~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- High
An alpha-hydroxy acid (AHA) that helps to remove the dead skin cells on the surface of the skin reveling a more even, smoother complexation. It is also able to stimulate collagen production with long-term use. Could help to reduce pore congestion. It can be irritating to the skin. Apply sunscreen daily if using products with glycolic acid
More about Glycolic acidLactic acid~0.15–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An exfoliating and moisturizing alpha-hydroxy acid (AHA). Typically causes less irritation than other AHAs, for example, glycolic acid. At high concentrations (about 15%), lactic acid can help reduce lines and wrinkles. Recent studies show that lactic acid can support the "good" bacteria living on skin's surface (healthy skin microbiome)
More about Lactic acidPolyvinyl alcohol~0.15–0.25%
Potassium sorbate~0.1–0.2%
Sodium benzoate~0.1–0.15%
Ingredient list view
Water, Glycerin, Dunaliella salina extract, Centella asiatica extract, Palmitoyl tripeptide-38, Chamomilla recutita flower extract, Palmitoyl hexapeptide-52, Buddleja davidii extract, Cucumis sativus extract, Thymus vulgaris flower/leaf extract, Palmitoyl tripeptide-5, Oxycoccus palustris seed oil, Rubus chamaemorus seed oil, Palmitoyl heptapeptide-18, Angelica archangelica root water, Acetyl citrull amido arginine, Simmondsia chinensis seed oil, Phenethyl alcohol, Sodium gluconate, Panthenol, Sodium hyaluronate, Carbomer, Ethylhexylglycerin, Sodium hydroxide, Hydroxypropyl cyclodextrin, Perfluorodecalin, Xanthan gum, Sucrose palmitate, Glycosphingolipids, Glycolic acid, Lactic acid, Polyvinyl alcohol, Potassium sorbate, Sodium benzoate
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| Shared key ingredients | — | 8 of 11 | 5 of 11 | 4 of 11 |
| Key difference | — | Decapeptide-22 | Retinol | Niacinamide |
| Irritancy | Medium | Medium | Medium | Low |
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Sources cited in this review
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