Avène Physiolift Eyes Versus MEDI-PEEL Peptide 9 Hyaluronic Volumy Eye Cream
Updated on August 29, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both reef safe eye moisturizers. They have a total of 11 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain hyaluronic acid and Vitamin E
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, oily skin, reducing pores, scar healing, dark spots and better texture
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens or parabens
What's Inside
They both contain silicones
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Ingredient Info
Avène Physiolift Eyes 24 ingredients
MEDI-PEEL Peptide 9 Hyaluronic Volumy Eye Cream 75 ingredients
What's inside (and what isn't)
What's inside (and what isn't)
At a glance
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Avène Physiolift Eyes 24 ingredients
MEDI-PEEL Peptide 9 Hyaluronic Volumy Eye Cream 75 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Aluminum Starch Octenylsuccinate
Absorbent
Glycerin
Humectant
Isodecyl Neopentanoate
EmollientPPG-15 Stearyl Ether
EmollientCetyl Alcohol
Emollient
Cetearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Glyceryl Stearate
Emollient
PEG-100 Stearate
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Dimethicone
Emollient
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Ascophyllum Nodosum Extract
Skin ConditioningBHT
Antioxidant
Caprylyl Glycol
EmollientCeteareth-33
CleansingDisodium EDTA
CI 17200
Cosmetic ColorantRetinal
Skin Conditioning
Sodium Dextran Sulfate
Gel Forming
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Sodium Hydroxide
BufferingTocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Water
Skin ConditioningXanthan Gum
EmulsifyingAluminum Starch Octenylsuccinate, Glycerin, Isodecyl Neopentanoate, PPG-15 Stearyl Ether, Cetyl Alcohol, Cetearyl Alcohol, Glyceryl Stearate, PEG-100 Stearate, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Dimethicone, 1,2-Hexanediol, Ascophyllum Nodosum Extract, BHT, Caprylyl Glycol, Ceteareth-33, Disodium EDTA, CI 17200, Retinal, Sodium Dextran Sulfate, Sodium Hyaluronate, Sodium Hydroxide, Tocopheryl Acetate, Water, Xanthan Gum
Water
Skin ConditioningMethylpropanediol
SolventCaprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Glycerin
Humectant
Dimethicone
Emollient
Niacinamide
Smoothing
Pentaerythrityl Tetraisostearate
Emollient
Cyclopentasiloxane
Emollient
Cetearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Cetearyl Olivate
Cyclohexasiloxane
Emollient
Sorbitan Olivate
Emulsifying
Glyceryl Stearate
Emollient
Butyrospermum Parkii Butter
Skin Conditioning
Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose
Emulsion StabilisingPEG-100 Stearate
Pullulan
Hydroxyacetophenone
Antioxidant
Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil
Emollient
Sodium Polyacrylate
Absorbent
Arginine
Masking
Carbomer
Emulsion StabilisingSodium Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer
Emulsion StabilisingCetearyl Glucoside
EmulsifyingIsohexadecane
EmollientJuniperus Communis Fruit Extract
Perfuming
Eucalyptus Globulus Leaf Extract
Perfuming
Trehalose
Humectant
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningXanthan Gum
EmulsifyingPolysorbate 80
Emulsifying
Porphyridium Cruentum Extract
Skin ConditioningParfum
Masking
Glycine Soja Oil
Emollient
Adenosine
Skin Conditioning
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Disodium EDTA
Sorbitan Oleate
Emulsifying
Malt Extract
Skin ProtectingPropanediol
Solvent
Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer
Humectant
Bixa Orellana Seed Oil
Emollient
Hydrolyzed Glycosaminoglycans
HumectantOlea Europaea Leaf Extract
Perfuming
Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract
Bleaching
Taraxacum Officinale Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningMagnolia Officinalis Bark Extract
AntimicrobialFructan
Skin ConditioningHydrolyzed Elastin
EmollientHydrolyzed Collagen
Emollient
Hydrogenated Polyisobutene
EmollientGlyceryl Polymethacrylate
Benzyl Glycol
SolventTocopherol
Antioxidant
Propylene Glycol
Humectant
Rosa Damascena Flower Extract
MaskingRhodiola Rosea Root Extract
EmollientHydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid
Humectant
Ginkgo Biloba Leaf Extract
Skin Conditioning
Zanthoxylum Piperitum Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningPulsatilla Koreana Extract
Skin ConditioningButylene Glycol
Humectant
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Raspberry Ketone
Masking
Palmitoyl Tripeptide-5
Skin Conditioning
Hyaluronic Acid
Humectant
Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7
Skin Conditioning
Anemarrhena Asphodeloides Root Extract
Skin Conditioning
Acetyl Hexapeptide-8
Humectant
Copper Tripeptide-1
Skin Conditioning
Palmitoyl Oligopeptide
Cleansing
Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1
Skin Conditioning
Oligopeptide-29
Antioxidant
Oligopeptide-32
Antiseborrhoeic
Palmitoyl Pentapeptide-4
Skin Conditioning
Water, Methylpropanediol, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Glycerin, Dimethicone, Niacinamide, Pentaerythrityl Tetraisostearate, Cyclopentasiloxane, Cetearyl Alcohol, Cetearyl Olivate, Cyclohexasiloxane, Sorbitan Olivate, Glyceryl Stearate, Butyrospermum Parkii Butter, Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose, PEG-100 Stearate, Pullulan, Hydroxyacetophenone, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Sodium Polyacrylate, Arginine, Carbomer, Sodium Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, Cetearyl Glucoside, Isohexadecane, Juniperus Communis Fruit Extract, Eucalyptus Globulus Leaf Extract, Trehalose, Ethylhexylglycerin, Xanthan Gum, Polysorbate 80, Porphyridium Cruentum Extract, Parfum, Glycine Soja Oil, Adenosine, Sodium Hyaluronate, Disodium EDTA, Sorbitan Oleate, Malt Extract, Propanediol, Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer, Bixa Orellana Seed Oil, Hydrolyzed Glycosaminoglycans, Olea Europaea Leaf Extract, Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract, Taraxacum Officinale Leaf Extract, Magnolia Officinalis Bark Extract, Fructan, Hydrolyzed Elastin, Hydrolyzed Collagen, Hydrogenated Polyisobutene, Glyceryl Polymethacrylate, Benzyl Glycol, Tocopherol, Propylene Glycol, Rosa Damascena Flower Extract, Rhodiola Rosea Root Extract, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid, Ginkgo Biloba Leaf Extract, Zanthoxylum Piperitum Fruit Extract, Pulsatilla Koreana Extract, Butylene Glycol, 1,2-Hexanediol, Raspberry Ketone, Palmitoyl Tripeptide-5, Hyaluronic Acid, Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7, Anemarrhena Asphodeloides Root Extract, Acetyl Hexapeptide-8, Copper Tripeptide-1, Palmitoyl Oligopeptide, Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1, Oligopeptide-29, Oligopeptide-32, Palmitoyl Pentapeptide-4
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
1,2-Hexanediol is a synthetic liquid and another multi-functional powerhouse.
It is a:
- Humectant, drawing moisture into the skin
- Emollient, helping to soften skin
- Solvent, dispersing and stabilizing formulas
- Preservative booster, enhancing the antimicrobial activity of other preservatives
This ingredient is an emollient, solvent, and texture enhancer. It is considered a skin-softener by helping the skin prevent moisture loss.
It helps thicken a product's formula and makes it easier to spread by dissolving clumping compounds.
Caprylic Triglyceride is made by combining glycerin with coconut oil, forming a clear liquid.
While there is an assumption Caprylic Triglyceride can clog pores due to it being derived from coconut oil, there is no research supporting this.
Learn more about Caprylic/Capric TriglycerideCetearyl alcohol is a mixture of two fatty alcohols: cetyl alcohol and stearyl alcohol. It is mainly used as an emulsifier. Emulsifiers help prevent the separation of oils and products. Due to its composition, it can also be used to thicken a product or help create foam.
Cetearyl alcohol is an emollient. Emollients help soothe and hydrate the skin by trapping moisture.
Studies show Cetearyl alcohol is non-toxic and non-irritating. The FDA allows products labeled "alcohol-free" to have fatty alcohols.
This ingredient is usually derived from plant oils such as palm, vegetable, or coconut oils. There is debate on whether this ingredient will cause acne.
Due to the fatty acid base, this ingredient may not be Malassezia folliculitis safe.
Learn more about Cetearyl AlcoholDimethicone is a type of synthetic silicone created from natural materials such as quartz.
What it does:
Dimethicone comes in different viscosities:
Depending on the viscosity, dimethicone has different properties.
Ingredients lists don't always show which type is used, so we recommend reaching out to the brand if you have questions about the viscosity.
This ingredient is unlikely to cause irritation because it does not get absorbed into skin. However, people with silicone allergies should be careful about using this ingredient.
Note: Dimethicone may contribute to pilling. This is because it is not oil or water soluble, so pilling may occur when layered with products. When mixed with heavy oils in a formula, the outcome is also quite greasy.
Learn more about DimethiconeDisodium EDTA plays a role in making products more stable by aiding other preservatives.
It is a chelating agent, meaning it neutralizes metal ions that may be found in a product.
Disodium EDTA is a salt of edetic acid and is found to be safe in cosmetic ingredients.
Learn more about Disodium EDTAGlycerin is already naturally found in your skin. It helps moisturize and protect your skin.
A study from 2016 found glycerin to be more effective as a humectant than AHAs and hyaluronic acid.
As a humectant, it helps the skin stay hydrated by pulling moisture to your skin. The low molecular weight of glycerin allows it to pull moisture into the deeper layers of your skin.
Hydrated skin improves your skin barrier; Your skin barrier helps protect against irritants and bacteria.
Glycerin has also been found to have antimicrobial and antiviral properties. Due to these properties, glycerin is often used in wound and burn treatments.
In cosmetics, glycerin is usually derived from plants such as soybean or palm. However, it can also be sourced from animals, such as tallow or animal fat.
This ingredient is organic, colorless, odorless, and non-toxic.
Glycerin is the name for this ingredient in American English. British English uses Glycerol/Glycerine.
Learn more about GlycerinGlyceryl Stearate is a mix of glycerin and stearic acid.
It is used to stabilize the mixing of water and oil ingredients. By preventing these ingredients from separating, it can help elongate shelf life. It can also help thicken the product's texture.
As an emollient, it helps soften skin and supports barrier-replenishing ingredients.
In cosmetics, Glyceryl Stearate is often made from vegetable oils or synthetically produced.
This ingredient may not be fungal-acne safe
Fun fact: The human body also creates Glyceryl Stearate naturally.
Learn more about Glyceryl StearatePeg-100 Stearate is an emollient and emulsifier. As an emollient, it helps keep skin soft by trapping moisture in. On the other hand, emulsifiers help prevent oil and water from separating in a product.
PEGS are a hydrophilic polyether compound . There are 100 ethylene oxide monomers in Peg-100 Stearate. Peg-100 Stearate is polyethylene glycol ester of stearic acid.
Sodium Hyaluronate is hyaluronic acid's salt form. It is commonly derived from the sodium salt of hyaluronic acid.
Like hyaluronic acid, it is great at holding water and acts as a humectant. This makes it a great skin hydrating ingredient.
Sodium Hyaluronate is naturally occurring in our bodies and is mostly found in eye fluid and joints.
These are some other common types of Hyaluronic Acid:
Learn more about Sodium HyaluronateWater. It's the most common cosmetic ingredient of all. You'll usually see it at the top of ingredient lists, meaning that it makes up the largest part of the product.
So why is it so popular? Water most often acts as a solvent - this means that it helps dissolve other ingredients into the formulation.
You'll also recognize water as that liquid we all need to stay alive. If you see this, drink a glass of water. Stay hydrated!
Learn more about WaterXanthan gum is used as a stabilizer and thickener within cosmetic products. It helps give products a sticky, thick feeling - preventing them from being too runny.
On the technical side of things, xanthan gum is a polysaccharide - a combination consisting of multiple sugar molecules bonded together.
Xanthan gum is a pretty common and great ingredient. It is a natural, non-toxic, non-irritating ingredient that is also commonly used in food products.
Learn more about Xanthan GumIngredient Ratings
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