Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of IMAGE skincare The Max Eye Crème versus Paula's Choice Resist Anti-Aging Eye Gel .
Last updated on November 09, 2023. Published on December 27, 2023
Overview
What they are
These products are both cruelty-free and reef safe eye moisturizers. They have a total of 10 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain hyaluronic acid and peptides
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, sensitive skin, reducing pores, scar healing, dark spots and better texture
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, parabens or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain silicones
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Eye Moisturizer
Eye moisturizers help add moisture back into the skin around the eyes; these can be creams, gels, or serums.
Eye Moisturizer
Eye moisturizers help add moisture back into the skin around the eyes; these can be creams, gels, or serums.
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Ingredient Info
IMAGE skincare The Max Eye Crème 69 ingredients
Paula's Choice Resist Anti-Aging Eye Gel 32 ingredients
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Contains Silicon
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Contains Fragrance
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Sulfate Free
This product is free of sulfates 🎉
Paraben Free
This product is free of parabens 🎉
Contains Oils
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Not Malassezia Safe
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Reef Safe
This product is free of ingredients that damage reefs 🎉
Non Vegan
This product is not vegan 😥
Cruelty Free
This product is cruelty-free 🎉
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Contains Silicon
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Fragrance Free
This product is free of fragrances 🎉
Sulfate Free
This product is free of sulfates 🎉
Paraben Free
This product is free of parabens 🎉
Oil Free
This product is free of oils 🎉
Not Malassezia Safe
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Reef Safe
This product is free of ingredients that damage reefs 🎉
EU Allergen Free
This product is free of EU allergens 🎉
Non Vegan
This product is not vegan 😥
Cruelty Free
This product is cruelty-free 🎉
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Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.
IMAGE skincare The Max Eye Crème 69 ingredients
Paula's Choice Resist Anti-Aging Eye Gel 32 ingredients
Water • Glycerin • Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride • Cyclopentasiloxane • Sucrose Palmitate • Dimethicone • Cetearyl Olivate • Hydrogenated Olive Oil • Sorbitan Olivate • Glyceryl Linoleate • Tocopheryl Acetate • Olea Europaea Fruit Oil • Phenoxyethanol • Isomalt • Citrus Grandis Peel Oil • Limonene • Albizia Julibrissin Bark Extract • Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract • Bisabolol • Brassica Campestris/Aleurites Fordi Oil Copolymer • Butyrospermum Parkii Butter • Pullulan • Olea Europaea Oil Unsaponifiables • Steareth-20 • Allantoin • Sodium Polystyrene Sulfonate • Malus Domestica Fruit Cell Culture Extract • Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate • Polyacrylamide • Carbomer • Sodium Benzoate • C13-14 Isoparaffin • Hesperidin Methyl Chalcone • Ethylhexylglycerin • Saccharomyces Cerevisiae Extract • Glycine Soja Sterols • Linoleic Acid • Nannochloropsis Oculata Extract • Phospholipids • Potassium Sorbate • Citric Acid • Sodium Hyaluronate • Xanthan Gum • Farnesol • Leontopodium Alpinum Meristem Cell Culture • Sodium Hydroxide • Laureth-7 • Sodium Citrate • Chlorhexidine Digluconate • Lecithin • Echinacea Angustifolia Extract • N-Hydroxysuccinimide • Dipeptide Diaminobutyroyl Benzylamide Diacetate • Hydroxypropyl Cyclodextrin • Palmitoyl Tripeptide-38 • Vitis Vinifera Fruit Cell Extract • Caprylyl Glycol • Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract • Dipeptide-2 • Argania Spinosa Callus Culture Extract • Citral • Darutoside • Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7 • Acetyl Hexapeptide-8 • Tocopherol • Chrysin • Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1 • Acetyl Octapeptide-3 • Biotin
Water • Cyclopentasiloxane • Butylene Glycol • Pentylene Glycol • Tapioca Starch • Methyl Gluceth-20 Benzoate • Glycerin • Dimethicone • Cyclohexasiloxane • Polysilicone-11 • Palmitoyl Tripeptide-38 • Caprooyl Tetrapeptide-3 • Palmitoyl Tripeptide-5 • Niacinamide • Phospholipids • Hyaluronic Acid • Sodium Hyaluronate • Vitis Vinifera Seed Extract • Panthenol • Salix Alba Bark Extract • Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract • Adenosine • Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract • Pisum Sativum Extract • Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-6 • Dunaliella Salina Extract • Hydroxypropyl Cyclodextrin • Dextran • Polysorbate 20 • Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Vp Copolymer • Disodium EDTA • Phenoxyethanol
Ingredients Side-by-side
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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. Talk about multi-purpose! If you see this, drink a glass of water. Stay hydrated!
Learn more about WaterIMAGE skincare The Max Eye Crème contains this as ingredient number 1.
Paula's Choice Resist Anti-Aging Eye Gel contains this as ingredient number 1.
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 GlycerinIMAGE skincare The Max Eye Crème contains this as ingredient number 2.
Paula's Choice Resist Anti-Aging Eye Gel contains this as ingredient number 7.
Cyclopentasiloxane is a silicone used to improve texture and trap moisture. An easier name for this is D5.
D5 is considered lightweight and volatile. Volatile means it evaporates quickly after application. Once evaporated, D5 leaves a thin barrier that helps keep skin hydrated.
D5 is an emollient. Emollients help soften the skin and prevent water loss. Silicones create a silky texture in products. D5 helps other ingredients become more spreadable.
Studies show D5 is safe to use in skincare products. We recommend speaking with a skincare professional if you have concerns.
Learn more about CyclopentasiloxaneIMAGE skincare The Max Eye Crème contains this as ingredient number 4.
Paula's Choice Resist Anti-Aging Eye Gel contains this as ingredient number 2.
Dimethicone is a silicone used for making products smooth and silky. It also has the added benefit of sealing in hydration. The amount of dimethicone found in beauty products is considered safe and non-comedogenic, meaning it won't clog pores.
Dimethicone has been found increase absorption in skin, boosting the benefits of other ingredients. While there is concern for the safety of dimethicone, the levels used in skincare are safe for use.
IMAGE skincare The Max Eye Crème contains this as ingredient number 6.
Paula's Choice Resist Anti-Aging Eye Gel contains this as ingredient number 8.
Phenoxyethanol is a preservative that has germicide, antimicrobial, and aromatic properties. Studies show that phenoxyethanol can prevent germ and 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.
IMAGE skincare The Max Eye Crème contains this as ingredient number 13.
Paula's Choice Resist Anti-Aging Eye Gel contains this as ingredient number 32.
Phospholipids are naturally found in our skin as they are the main component of cell membranes. Phospholipids have humectant, emollient, antioxidant properties.
The phospholipids in our skin can be naturally depleted. Replenishing the phospholipids in our skin can help hydrate your skin. Due to their hygroscopic nature, they act as humectants and emollients. Humectants draw moisture from the air to your skin, while emollients help trap moisture in. This ingredient is non-occlusive.
Studies show phospholipids display antioxidant activity and may help with reducing the signs of aging.
Phospholipids are complex lipids that contain glycerin, two fatty acids, and a phosphate group. Some foods that contain phospholipids include soybeans and milk. The phospholipids found in soy come from Lecithin. This ingredient can also be synthetically created.
Some types of phospholipids:
Learn more about PhospholipidsIMAGE skincare The Max Eye Crème contains this as ingredient number 39.
Paula's Choice Resist Anti-Aging Eye Gel contains this as ingredient number 15.
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 HyaluronateIMAGE skincare The Max Eye Crème contains this as ingredient number 42.
Paula's Choice Resist Anti-Aging Eye Gel contains this as ingredient number 17.
We don't have a description for Hydroxypropyl Cyclodextrin.
IMAGE skincare The Max Eye Crème contains this as ingredient number 54.
Paula's Choice Resist Anti-Aging Eye Gel contains this as ingredient number 27.
Palmitoyl Tripeptide-38 isn't fungal acne safe and is a peptide.
IMAGE skincare The Max Eye Crème contains this as ingredient number 55.
Paula's Choice Resist Anti-Aging Eye Gel contains this as ingredient number 11.
Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract is derived from the leaves of the tea plant. Black tea, green tea, and oolong tea are all harvested from this plant.
Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract has many benefits. It contains polyphenols, a strong antioxidant. Antioxidants help fight off free-radical molecules that damage skin cells. The antioxidants in green tea neutralize free-radicals from the sun. This gives the skin some extra UV protection, but should not replace sunscreen.
Many components of tea have anti-inflammatory properties. Polyphenols and L-theanine help soothe the skin and reduce irritation. L-theanine is an amino acid that makes up most of the amino acids found in tea leaves. The caffeine in Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract helps calm inflamed blood vessels.
Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract also contains Vitamin Bs, linoleic acid, magnesium, calcium, iron, and zinc.
Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract also has antimicrobial properties.
Research has shown both drinking Camellia Sinensis Leaf Tea and applying it to the skin can help boost skin elasticity and hydration. Studies also show using tea extract may reduce sebum, or oil, production.
Learn more about Camellia Sinensis Leaf ExtractIMAGE skincare The Max Eye Crème contains this as ingredient number 58.
Paula's Choice Resist Anti-Aging Eye Gel contains this as ingredient number 21.
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IMAGE skincare The Max Eye Crème 69 ingredients
Paula's Choice Resist Anti-Aging Eye Gel 32 ingredients
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