What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningButylene Glycol
Humectant
Pullulan
Niacinamide
Smoothing
Propanediol
Solvent
Sodium Polyacrylate
Absorbent
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Caprylhydroxamic Acid
Cucumis Sativus Fruit Extract
Emollient
Lactobacillus Ferment Lysate
Skin Conditioning
Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
Antimicrobial
Punica Granatum Extract
AstringentCaprylyl Glycol
Emollient
Sodium Hydroxide
BufferingLactobacillus Ferment
Skin Conditioning
Acetyl Tetrapeptide-5
Humectant
Caffeine
Skin Conditioning
Acetyl Hexapeptide-8
Humectant
Water, Butylene Glycol, Pullulan, Niacinamide, Propanediol, Sodium Polyacrylate, 1,2-Hexanediol, Caprylhydroxamic Acid, Cucumis Sativus Fruit Extract, Lactobacillus Ferment Lysate, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Punica Granatum Extract, Caprylyl Glycol, Sodium Hydroxide, Lactobacillus Ferment, Acetyl Tetrapeptide-5, Caffeine, Acetyl Hexapeptide-8
Water
Skin ConditioningCaprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Glycerin
Humectant
Propanediol
Solvent
Sodium Acrylates Copolymer
Caffeine
Skin Conditioning
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Lecithin
Emollient
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Squalane
Emollient
Mica
Cosmetic Colorant
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Polysorbate 80
Emulsifying
Retinal
Skin Conditioning
Sucrose Laurate
Emollient
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Acetyl Tetrapeptide-5
Humectant
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
Acetyl Tetrapeptide-5 is a peptide that goes by another name, eyeseryl, due to claims that it can help reduce eye puffiness.
The manufacturer claims this ingredient reduces eye puffiness by:
An in-vivo study from the manufacturer found 95% of volunteers saw eye bag improvement by the end of the study.
Eye puffiness is caused by two major factors: fluid retention and fat.
Those with fluid retention may see improvement from using this ingredient. However, those with eye fat will need surgical intervention in order to get rid of puffiness.
Learn more about Acetyl Tetrapeptide-5Butylene Glycol (or BG) is used within cosmetic products for a few different reasons:
Overall, Butylene Glycol is a safe and well-rounded ingredient that works well with other ingredients.
Though this ingredient works well with most skin types, some people with sensitive skin may experience a reaction such as allergic rashes, closed comedones, or itchiness.
Learn more about Butylene GlycolCaffeine is most associated with coffee, tea, and cacao. In skincare, it helps with calming inflammation and is rich in antioxidants.
While caffeine is used to treat cellulite and and dark circles, further studies are needed to prove this. It has been believed to help with these skin conditions due to its ability to dilate blood vessels and increase blood flow.
Some studies are looking into caffeine's ability to protect against UV rays.
Learn more about CaffeinePropanediol is an all-star ingredient. It softens, hydrates, and smooths the skin.
It’s often used to:
Propanediol is not likely to cause sensitivity and considered safe to use. It is derived from corn or petroleum with a clear color and no scent.
Learn more about PropanediolWater. 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 Water
