GLAMGLOW BRIGHTEYES™ Illuminating Anti-Fatigue Eye Cream Versus Fresh Black Tea Firming Eye Serum
Updated on June 28, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both reef safe eye moisturizers. They have a total of 10 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain exfoliants, peptides and Vitamin E
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, reducing pores and scar healing
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols or parabens
What's Inside
They both contain common allergens, fragrances, oils and silicones
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Ingredient Info
GLAMGLOW BRIGHTEYES™ Illuminating Anti-Fatigue Eye Cream 62 ingredients
Fresh Black Tea Firming Eye Serum 42 ingredients
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GLAMGLOW BRIGHTEYES™ Illuminating Anti-Fatigue Eye Cream 62 ingredients
Fresh Black Tea Firming Eye Serum 42 ingredients
Key Ingredients
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Key Ingredients
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningButyrospermum Parkii Butter
Skin Conditioning
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Dimethicone
Emollient
Glycerin
Humectant
Cetearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Cetyl Esters
Emollient
Isostearyl Neopentanoate
Emollient
Cetyl Alcohol
Emollient
Polybutene
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Caffeine
Skin ConditioningTocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Narcissus Tazetta Bulb Extract
Astringent
Aminopropyl Ascorbyl Phosphate
Antioxidant
Linoleic Acid
Cleansing
Acetyl Hexapeptide-8
Humectant
Artemia Extract
Skin ConditioningHibiscus Sabdariffa Flower Extract
Skin ConditioningTrifluoroacetyl Tripeptide-2
Skin Conditioning
Anthemis Nobilis Flower Extract
Masking
Laminaria Digitata Extract
Skin ProtectingCucumis Melo Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningCetearyl Glucoside
EmulsifyingCholesterol
Emollient
Persea Gratissima Oil
Skin Conditioning
Pyrus Malus Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningLens Esculenta Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningCitrullus Lanatus Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningAlgae Extract
Emollient
Lauryl PCA
HumectantLactis Proteinum
Skin ConditioningYeast Extract
Skin Conditioning
Sodium Lactate
BufferingSorbitol
Humectant
Trehalose
HumectantZinc PCA
Humectant
Glucose
HumectantAcetyl Glucosamine
Skin ConditioningNeopentyl Glycol Diheptanoate
EmollientCarbomer
Emulsion StabilisingSodium Hydroxide
BufferingPropylene Glycol Dicaprylate
EmollientPolymethyl Methacrylate
Sodium PCA
HumectantDextran
Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer
Emulsion StabilisingPolyethylene
Abrasive
Decarboxy Carnosine Hcl
Skin ConditioningPotassium Sulfate
Caprylyl Glycol
Emollient1,2-Hexanediol
Skin ConditioningTetradecyl Aminobutyroylvalylaminobutyric Urea Trifluoroacetate
Skin ConditioningMethyl Glucose Sesquistearate
Emollient
BHT
Antioxidant
Disodium EDTA
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Potassium Sorbate
Preservative
Sodium Benzoate
Masking
Mica
Cosmetic Colorant
CI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77491
Cosmetic ColorantWater, Butyrospermum Parkii Butter, Butylene Glycol, Dimethicone, Glycerin, Cetearyl Alcohol, Cetyl Esters, Isostearyl Neopentanoate, Cetyl Alcohol, Polybutene, Sodium Hyaluronate, Caffeine, Tocopheryl Acetate, Narcissus Tazetta Bulb Extract, Aminopropyl Ascorbyl Phosphate, Linoleic Acid, Acetyl Hexapeptide-8, Artemia Extract, Hibiscus Sabdariffa Flower Extract, Trifluoroacetyl Tripeptide-2, Anthemis Nobilis Flower Extract, Laminaria Digitata Extract, Cucumis Melo Fruit Extract, Cetearyl Glucoside, Cholesterol, Persea Gratissima Oil, Pyrus Malus Fruit Extract, Lens Esculenta Fruit Extract, Citrullus Lanatus Fruit Extract, Algae Extract, Lauryl PCA, Lactis Proteinum, Yeast Extract, Sodium Lactate, Sorbitol, Trehalose, Zinc PCA, Glucose, Acetyl Glucosamine, Neopentyl Glycol Diheptanoate, Carbomer, Sodium Hydroxide, Propylene Glycol Dicaprylate, Polymethyl Methacrylate, Sodium PCA, Dextran, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Polyethylene, Decarboxy Carnosine Hcl, Potassium Sulfate, Caprylyl Glycol, 1,2-Hexanediol, Tetradecyl Aminobutyroylvalylaminobutyric Urea Trifluoroacetate, Methyl Glucose Sesquistearate, BHT, Disodium EDTA, Phenoxyethanol, Potassium Sorbate, Sodium Benzoate, Mica, CI 77891, CI 77491
Water
Skin ConditioningGlycerin
Humectant
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Pentylene Glycol
Skin ConditioningJojoba Oil PEG-150 Esters
Skin Conditioning
Methyl Gluceth-20
HumectantPEG-6 Caprylic/Capric Glycerides
EmulsifyingAcacia Senegal Gum
MaskingPEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil
Emulsifying
Lycium Chinense Fruit Extract
Antioxidant
Saccharomyces Ferment Filtrate
HumectantCamellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
Antimicrobial
Rubus Fruticosus Leaf Extract
MaskingLitchi Chinensis Seed Extract
Skin ConditioningAcetyl Tetrapeptide-5
Humectant
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Polymethylsilsesquioxane
Carbomer
Emulsion StabilisingPEG-150
HumectantSorbitol
Humectant
Sodium Hydroxide
BufferingParfum
Masking
Rhizobian Gum
Maltodextrin
AbsorbentAlgin
Masking
Xanthan Gum
EmulsifyingAdenosine
Skin Conditioning
Polyvinyl Alcohol
Cellulose Gum
Emulsion StabilisingCitric Acid
Buffering
Sodium Metabisulfite
Antioxidant
Diamond Powder
Abrasive
Sodium Benzoate
Masking
Potassium Sorbate
Preservative
Hydroxyethylcellulose
Emulsion StabilisingSodium Citrate
BufferingBiotin
AntiseborrhoeicPhenoxyethanol
Preservative
Linalool
Perfuming
Citronellol
Perfuming
Geraniol
Perfuming
Water, Glycerin, Butylene Glycol, Pentylene Glycol, Jojoba Oil PEG-150 Esters, Methyl Gluceth-20, PEG-6 Caprylic/Capric Glycerides, Acacia Senegal Gum, PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Lycium Chinense Fruit Extract, Saccharomyces Ferment Filtrate, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Rubus Fruticosus Leaf Extract, Litchi Chinensis Seed Extract, Acetyl Tetrapeptide-5, Tocopheryl Acetate, Tocopherol, Polymethylsilsesquioxane, Carbomer, PEG-150, Sorbitol, Sodium Hydroxide, Parfum, Rhizobian Gum, Maltodextrin, Algin, Xanthan Gum, Adenosine, Polyvinyl Alcohol, Cellulose Gum, Citric Acid, Sodium Metabisulfite, Diamond Powder, Sodium Benzoate, Potassium Sorbate, Hydroxyethylcellulose, Sodium Citrate, Biotin, Phenoxyethanol, Linalool, Citronellol, Geraniol
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Water. 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 WaterButylene Glycol (or BG) is used within cosmetic products for a few different reasons:
- It is a solvent, meaning that it helps to dissolve other ingredients. This also enhances the absorption of the product into one's skin.
- It is a humectant, which means that it helps attract moisture into the skin.
- It helps improve product application.
- It has mild preservative properties.
Overall, Butylene Glycol is a safe and well-rounded ingredient that works well with other ingredients.
Glycerin 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 GlycerinTocopheryl Acetate is AKA Vitamin E. It is an antioxidant and protects your skin from free radicals. Free radicals damage the skin by breaking down collagen.
One study found using Tocopheryl Acetate with Vitamin C decreased the number of sunburned cells.
Tocopheryl Acetate is commonly found in both skincare and dietary supplements.
Learn more about Tocopheryl AcetateSorbitol is a sugar alcohol. It is a hydrating and moisturizing agent created from the reduction process of glucose.
Most sorbitol is usually made from potato starch. It is also found in fruits such as apples and pears.
As a humectant, Sorbitol helps draw water to the skin. This helps keep the skin hydrated. Sorbitol also helps create a thicker texture in products. You might find sorbitol in your toothpaste and other gels.
It is a non-irritating ingredient that is great for those with dry skin.
Sorbitol is a prebiotic. It helps promote the growth of healthy bacteria on your skin. The bacteria on your skin form a microbiome. This microbiome helps protect your skin from infection and harmful bacteria.
Learn more about SorbitolCarbomer is a polymer of acrylic acid. Its main role is to create a gel consistency.
A high amount of carbomer can cause pilling or balling up of products. Don't worry, most products contain 1% or less of carbomer.
Sodium Hydroxide is also known as lye or caustic soda. It is used to adjust the pH of products; many ingredients require a specific pH to be effective.
In small amounts, sodium hydroxide is considered safe to use. However, large amounts may cause chemical burns due to its high alkaline.
Your skin has a natural pH and acid mantle. This acid mantle helps prevent harmful bacteria from breaking through. The acid mantle also helps keep your skin hydrated.
"Alkaline" refers to a high pH level. A low pH level would be considered acidic.
Learn more about Sodium HydroxidePhenoxyethanol is a preservative that has germicide, antimicrobial, and aromatic properties. Studies show that phenoxyethanol can prevent microbial growth. By itself, it has a scent that is similar to that of a rose.
It's often used in formulations along with Caprylyl Glycol to preserve the shelf life of products.
Potassium Sorbate is a preservative used to prevent yeast and mold in products. It is commonly found in both cosmetic and food products.
This ingredient comes from potassium salt derived from sorbic acid. Sorbic acid is a natural antibiotic and effective against fungus.
Both potassium sorbate and sorbic acid can be found in baked goods, cheeses, dried meats, dried fruit, ice cream, pickles, wine, yogurt, and more.
You'll often find this ingredient used with other preservatives.
Learn more about Potassium SorbateSodium Benzoate is a preservative. It's used in both cosmetic and food products to inhibit the growth of mold and bacteria. It is typically produced synthetically.
Both the US FDA and EU Health Committee have approved the use of sodium benzoate. In the US, levels of 0.1% (of the total product) are allowed.
Sodium benzoate works as a preservative by inhibiting the growth of bacteria inside of cells. It prevents the cell from fermenting a type of sugar using an enzyme called phosphofructokinase.
It is the salt of benzoic acid. Foods containing sodium benzoate include soda, salad dressings, condiments, fruit juices, wines, and snack foods.
Studies for using ascorbic acid and sodium benzoate in cosmetics are lacking, especially in skincare routines with multiple steps.
We always recommend speaking with a professional, such as a dermatologist, if you have any concerns.
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