Spascriptions HYDROGEL UNDER EYE MASK – CUCUMBER
Works for
MoisturizingGlycerin, Betaine + 3 moreWorks
“These unique pads penetrate deep into the pores to moisturise and revitalise tired eyes.”
This product contains good ingredients to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. These ingredients are called "humectants": betaine, 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).
Anti-oxidationNot advertised by the brand · Retinol, Tocopherol + 2 moreWorks well
This product contains antioxidants (retinol, tocopherol) that can help neutralize free radicals in skin. By doing so, they can lessen the damage the skin gets from the UV light (sun).
Anti-agingNot advertised by the brand · Retinol, Tocopherol + 1 moreWorks well
This product can help reduce and prevent fine lines and wrinkles, improve skin elasticity and firmness because it contains retinol.
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.
ExfoliationNot advertised by the brand · RetinolWorks 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: retinol.
Evens skin toneNot advertised by the brand · Retinol, Ascorbic acidWorks well
This product can help reduce hypepigmentation and even out the skin tone because it contains the following effective ingredients: retinol.
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.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy3 strong irritants: Hamamelis virginiana extract, Retinol + 1 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~40–60%
Glycerin~3.9–5.9%
- 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 GlycerinHamamelis virginiana extract~3.6–5.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that can help calm down inflammation in skin. Can, however, itself be irritating
More about Hamamelis virginiana extractCucumis sativus fruit extract~2.7–4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Might be somewhat helpful in reducing hyperpigmentation and neutralizing free radicals but its typical concentration in a product is too low for having an effect
More about Cucumis sativus fruit extractRetinol~2–3%
- Irritation risk
- High
Two steps removed from the active form of vitamin A - retinoic acid. Once converted to the retinoic acid in the skin, retinol is proven to be effective against all signs of aging. It improves skin cell turnover, helps fight blemishes and clogged pores, can regulate excess oil production and even skin tone. It can, however, be quite irritating
More about RetinolAscorbic acid~1.6–2.4%
- 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 acidTocopherol~1.1–1.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
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
More about TocopherolXanthan gum~1.1–1.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumGlucomannan~0.55–1.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Betaine~0.45–1.05%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improves the product texture
More about BetaineAlgin~0.4–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Used to thicken product formulation. Can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about AlginCitric acid~0.15–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidPotassium chloride~0.15–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Potassium citrate~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Phenoxyethanol~0.05–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolIodopropynyl butylcarbamate~0.01–0.02%
Ingredient list view
Water, Glycerin, Hamamelis virginiana extract, Cucumis sativus fruit extract, Retinol, Ascorbic acid, Tocopherol, Xanthan gum, Glucomannan, Betaine, Algin, Citric acid, Potassium chloride, Potassium citrate, Phenoxyethanol, Iodopropynyl butylcarbamate
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Worth comparing, line by line.
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.
| SpascriptionsHYDROGEL UNDER EYE MASK – CUCUMBERYOUR PRODUCT | Saturday SkinYuzu Vitamin C Sleep Mask | MuradRetinol Youth Renewal Eye Masks | Skin Glow LondonEye Mask Glow Mask | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 72% | 67% | 64% |
| Price | $7.99 | $17.89+$9.90 | $5.00−$2.99 | — |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 3 of 6 | 4 of 6 | 2 of 6 |
| Key difference | — | Sh-Polypeptide-22 | Retinyl Palmitate | Niacinamide |
| Irritancy | High | High | Medium | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 10 studies and safety reviews.
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- 6Improvement of naturally aged skin with vitamin A (retinol)ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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