Works for
1 of 2 advertised claims delivered
Moisturizing8 ingredients credited for this claimStrong support
“Hyaluronic acid locks in critical moisture to mini mize wrinkles while our proprietary Light Infusion Complex kicks into gear to help regulate skin's biological clock desynchronized by stress and to help strengthen cells so that they can regenerate and renew.”
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: helianthus annuus seed oil, caprylyl glycol.
The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: ceramide 3
Anti-aging1 ingredient credited for this claimLimited support
“Hyaluronic acid locks in critical moisture to mini mize wrinkles while our proprietary Light Infusion Complex kicks into gear to help regulate skin's biological clock desynchronized by stress and to help strengthen cells so that they can regenerate and renew.”
This product does not contain ingredients that are able to reduce fine lines and wrinkles or help with skin elasticity, but it can improve the look of the skin temporarily through moisturization. Well-moisturized skin might also be able to repair the sun damage better.This ingredient - prunus persica leaf extract - could be helpful for preventing or repairing signs of aging in theory, but there is no evidence that it actually works.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy6 strong irritants: Lilium candidum flower extract, Citrus paradisi fruit extract + 4 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~45–55%
Isopentyldiol~5.3–6.5%
Ci 77891~4.8–5.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Titanium dioxide~4–4.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Works as a UV filter when used in high concentrations. It is photostable and is effective mostly against the UVB light, with some protection in the UVA range. In small concentrations, used for its ability to improve the color of cosmetic products. Is usually well tolerated by the skin
More about Titanium dioxideLindera strychnifolia root extract~2.8–3.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Prunus persica leaf extract~2.4–2.9%
- Irritation risk
- High
Might be helpful in supporting collagen and ellastin production but solid research is lacking. Could be irritating
More about Prunus persica leaf extractPullulan~1.9–2.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
Creates a thin drying film on the skin resulting in a short-term tightening effect
More about PullulanMica~1.6–1.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Creates an illusion of smoother and more radiant skin tone. Adds shimmer to the skin by reflecting light
More about MicaAmmonium polyacryloyldimethyl taurate~1.4–1.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Ammonium polyacryloyldimethyl taurateHydroxyacetophenone~1.1–1.4%
Methyl gluceth-20~0.95–1.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and soften it
More about Methyl gluceth-20Caprylyl/capryl glucoside~0.8–1.2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together. Can be used as a cleansing agent
More about Caprylyl/capryl glucosideGlycerin~0.75–1.15%
- 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 GlycerinPfaffia paniculata root extract~0.7–1.05%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Ptychopetalum olacoides bark/stem extract~0.65–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
1,2-hexanediol~0.65–1%
Caprylyl glycol~0.65–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture
More about Caprylyl glycolXanthan gum~0.6–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumChondrus crispus powder~0.65–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
A powder from red algae extract that helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and create a nicer product consistency
More about Chondrus crispus powderSodium hyaluronate~0.5–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Sodium hyaluronateLilium candidum flower extract~0.5–0.75%
Tin oxide~0.6–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A colorant that can add a pearl-like appearance to the formulation
More about Tin oxideCitrus paradisi fruit extract~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- High
Citrus paradisi peel extract~0.45–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- High
Benzyl alcohol~0.45–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- High
A preservative. Can be used to mask unpleasant smell. Can be irritating
More about Benzyl alcoholPotassium sorbate~0.3–0.6%
Oxycoccus palustris seed oil~0.55–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Angelica archangelica root water~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Alcohol~0.35–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- High
Can be drying and contribute to skin irritation. Used in formulars to dissolve other ingredients, create a thinner product consistency or for its antibacterial properties
More about AlcoholPerfluorodecalin~0.35–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Simmondsia chinensis seed oil~0.45–0.65%
- 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 oilMaltodextrin~0.35–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to stabilize the product formulation and can help absorb oil
More about MaltodextrinBuddleja davidii extract~0.3–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Thymus vulgaris flower/leaf extract~0.3–0.55%
- 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 extractCeramide 3~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of lipid similar to ceramides naturally present in skin. Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin and supports the skin barrier function to keep it hydrated. Can help to prevent inflammation in skin
More about Ceramide 3Sucrose palmitate~0.3–0.6%
Sodium benzoate~0.25–0.45%
Citric acid~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidHelianthus annuus seed oil~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
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
More about Helianthus annuus seed oilRosmarinus officinalis leaf extract~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- High
Can be helpful in reducing inflammation in skin, including inflamed acne. It can be irritating
More about Rosmarinus officinalis leaf extractLac~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps form a film on the surface of the skin and disperse other ingredients (like colorants) in cosmetics. Lac is a resinous substance secreted by parasite insects living on trees
More about LacWater~0.1–0.2%
Ingredient list view
Water, Isopentyldiol, Ci 77891, Titanium dioxide, Lindera strychnifolia root extract, Prunus persica leaf extract, Pullulan, Mica, Ammonium polyacryloyldimethyl taurate, Unknown, Hydroxyacetophenone, Methyl gluceth-20, Caprylyl/capryl glucoside, Glycerin, Pfaffia paniculata root extract, Ptychopetalum olacoides bark/stem extract, 1,2-hexanediol, Caprylyl glycol, Xanthan gum, Chondrus crispus powder, Sodium hyaluronate, Lilium candidum flower extract, Tin oxide, Citrus paradisi fruit extract, Citrus paradisi peel extract, Benzyl alcohol, Potassium sorbate, Unknown, Oxycoccus palustris seed oil, Angelica archangelica root water, Alcohol, Perfluorodecalin, Simmondsia chinensis seed oil, Maltodextrin, Buddleja davidii extract, Thymus vulgaris flower/leaf extract, Ceramide 3, Sucrose palmitate, Sodium benzoate, Citric acid, Helianthus annuus seed oil, Rosmarinus officinalis leaf extract, Lac, Water
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| Skyn IcelandUnder-Eye IlluminatorYOUR PRODUCT | UltraceuticalsUltra Moisturiser Eye Cream | Mad Hippiehttps://madhippie.com/products/eye-cream | Dr. BrandtDo Not Age with Dr. Brandt Triple Peptide Eye Cream | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 50% | 50% | 50% |
| Price | $39.00 | $64.00+$25.00 | — | $61.00+$22.00 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 3 of 8 | 3 of 8 | 2 of 8 |
| Key difference | — | Linoleic Acid | Niacinamide | Palmitoyl Tripeptide-5 |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Medium | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | Contains drying alcohol | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
Product summary
Based on the ingredient list, "Skyn Iceland - Under-Eye Illuminator" can work well for skin moisturization. As we expect from a proper moisturizer, the formula includes a combo of effective humectants and emollients. These are the two different types of ingredients that are essential for improving the skin hydration and supporting a healthy skin barrier. Humectants in this product (glycerin, sodium hyaluronate, methyl gluceth-20 and caprylyl glycol) 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 (ceramide 3, helianthus annuus seed oil and caprylyl glycol) 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
- Another benefit is that this moisturizer contain ceramides (ceramide 3 0.30% - 0.55%). Ceramides are an important part of our natural skin barrier. The ceramides used in skincare are synthetic or come from plants. They help soften the skin and can help "fill the gaps" in the skin barrier, keeping the skin hydrated and resilient for longer.
Irritation risk
There are quite a few common irritants in this product, including ingredients without particular skin benefits. We would not recommend it for sensitive skin. 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.
About the brand
According to Cruelty-Free Kitty "Skyn Iceland" is cruelty free and so is its parent company.
Price
The product retails for 39.00$ in the United States.
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 14 studies and safety reviews.
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- 4Hyaluronic acid: A key molecule in skin agingncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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- 6Safety Assessment of Tin(IV) Oxide as Used in Cosmeticscir-safety.org
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