The Ordinary Multi-Peptide Lash & Brow Serum
Works for
MoisturizingMyristoyl pentapeptide-17, Biotinoyl tripeptide-1 + 10 moreWorks well
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:
arginine, dextran.
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: arginine, caprylyl glycol.
The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: acetyl tetrapeptide-3, biotinoyl tripeptide-1, myristoyl pentapeptide-17, panthenol
Anti-agingMyristoyl pentapeptide-17, Biotinoyl tripeptide-1 + 2 moreMay help
“By utilizing 11 active ingredients, including four peptide complexes and a series of natural extracts, this twice-daily serum works to help nourish and protect your lashes and brows while enhancing the look of density and overall appearance in as little as four weeks*.”
This product contains biotinoyl tripeptide-1, myristoyl pentapeptide-17. These ingredients 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?
Irritancy1 strong irritant: Trifolium pratense flower extractMedium risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~40–60%
Glycerin~4.1–6.2%
- 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 GlycerinButylene glycol~3.4–5.1%
- 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 glycolMyristoyl pentapeptide-17~2.7–4%
- 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 Myristoyl pentapeptide-17Biotinoyl tripeptide-1~2–3%
- 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 Biotinoyl tripeptide-1Oligopeptide-2~1.6–2.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Acetyl tetrapeptide-3~1.4–2%
- 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 Acetyl tetrapeptide-3Caffeine~1.2–1.8%
- 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 CaffeinePanthenol~0.95–1.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help improve skin barrier function
More about PanthenolArginine~0.55–1.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An amino acid that is naturally present in skin and helps keep it hydrated. When used together with AHAs, it can reduce their irritating effect on the skin
More about ArginineGlycine~0.45–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help restore the skin barrier function
More about GlycineGlycoproteins~0.35–0.8%
Larix europaea wood extract~0.2–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Trifolium pratense flower extract~0.2–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- High
Red clover flower extract. Can contain anti-oxidants but also potential irritant compounds
More about Trifolium pratense flower extractCamellia sinensis leaf extract~0.15–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Can contain potent anti-oxidant compounds (abbreviated ECG, GCG, EGC, and EGCG) that might help protect the skin from free radicals. Can help calm down inflammation and has some anti-bacterial properties. Unfortunately, these antioxidants are unstable and lose their effectiveness very quickly in products. The concentration of the antioxidant compounds in the extract also tends to be low to be effective in topical formulation
More about Camellia sinensis leaf extractDextran~0.15–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the most upper layer of the skin. Derived from sugar
More about DextranMaltodextrin~0.15–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to stabilize the product formulation and can help absorb oil
More about MaltodextrinZinc chloride~0.15–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Hydroxyethylcellulose~0.1–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to thicken product formulations and create gel-like textures
More about HydroxyethylcelluloseXanthan gum~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumTrisodium ethylenediamine disuccinate~0.1–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to improve stability of the formulation
More about Trisodium ethylenediamine disuccinatePolysorbate 20~0.1–0.4%
Sodium metabisulfite~0.1–0.2%
Caprylyl glycol~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture
More about Caprylyl glycol1,2-hexanediol~0.05–0.15%
Sodium benzoate~0.05–0.15%
Benzoic acid~0.05–0.2%
Ethylhexylglycerin~0.05–0.1%
Phenoxyethanol~0.05–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolChlorphenesin~0.01–0.05%
Ingredient list view
Water, Glycerin, Butylene glycol, Myristoyl pentapeptide-17, Biotinoyl tripeptide-1, Oligopeptide-2, Acetyl tetrapeptide-3, Caffeine, Panthenol, Arginine, Glycine, Glycoproteins, Larix europaea wood extract, Trifolium pratense flower extract, Camellia sinensis leaf extract, Dextran, Maltodextrin, Zinc chloride, Hydroxyethylcellulose, Xanthan gum, Trisodium ethylenediamine disuccinate, Polysorbate 20, Sodium metabisulfite, Caprylyl glycol, 1,2-hexanediol, Sodium benzoate, Benzoic acid, Ethylhexylglycerin, Phenoxyethanol, Chlorphenesin
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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.
| The OrdinaryMulti-Peptide Lash & Brow SerumYOUR PRODUCT | Glowie CopenhagenEyelash Growth Serum | Maya ChiaPower Fol Multi-Correctional Eyelash Eyebrow Growth Serum | OlaplexLashBond Building Serum | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 55% | 54% | 53% |
| Price | — | — | $110.00 | $58.68 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 4 of 11 | 7 of 11 | 5 of 11 |
| Key difference | — | Myristoyl Hexapeptide-16 | Pisum Sativum Peptide | Sodium Hyaluronate |
| Irritancy | Medium | Low | Medium | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
More alternatives: USOLAB Bio Brightening Bleaching AmpouleScandinavian Biolabs Eyelash Growth Serum
Product summary
"The Ordinary - Multi-Peptide Lash & Brow Serum" is effective for: Moisturizing
This product could be helpful for: Anti-aging, but its actives are not the most effective or are not well-studied.
Ingredient callouts
- Peptides (acetyl tetrapeptide-3 1.40% - 2.00%, biotinoyl tripeptide-1 2.00% - 3.00% and myristoyl pentapeptide-17 2.70% - 4.00%). There are many different kind of Peptides and they are naturally present in our skin. They all are a combination of aminoacids. Some of them work as natural antibiotics, promote wound-healing and production of collagen. The science is still not settled on how effective Peptides are in skincare, but it is very likely that they have a benefit. They 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.
- Panthenol (pro-vitamin B5) at about 0.95% - 1.45% concentration. In this concentration, Panthenol works effectively to improve the skin barrier and reduce inflammation.
- Humectants (dextran 0.15% - 0.65%, glycine 0.45% - 1.00%, arginine 0.55% - 1.30%, panthenol 0.95% - 1.45% and glycerin 4.10% - 6.20%). These ingredients help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improve the skin hydration.
What our users say
Based on 1 review 100% recommend this productAbout the brand
According to Cruelty-Free Kitty "The Ordinary" is cruelty free, but its parent company is not.
Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 7 studies and safety reviews.
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- 2Skin moisturizing effects of panthenol-based formulationspdfs.semanticscholar.org
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- 5Functional glycine receptor in cultured human keratinocytesonlinelibrary.wiley.com
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