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Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Indeed Labs Eysilix II Multi-Action Eye Treatment versus Algenist Triple Algae Eye Renewal Balm .

Published on May 20, 2023

Overview

What they are

These products are both reef safe eye moisturizers. They have a total of 21 ingredients in common

Cool Features

They both contain ceramides, hyaluronic acid and peptides

Suited For

They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, sensitive skin and reducing pores

Free From

They both do not contain any parabens or sulfates

What's Inside

They both contain fragrances, oils and silicones

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Eye Moisturizer Canadian Brand Canada
Eye Moisturizer American Brand United States

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.

Price

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Ingredient Info

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alcohol-free
silicon-free
fragrance-free
sulfate-free
paraben-free
oil-free
fungal-acne safe
reef-safe
eu-allergen-free
vegan
cruelty-free
alcohol-free
silicon-free
fragrance-free
sulfate-free
paraben-free
oil-free
fungal-acne safe
reef-safe
eu-allergen-free
vegan
cruelty-free

At a glance

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Benefits

Hydrating (3)
Redness Reducing (2)
Reduces Irritation (3)
Reduces Large Pores
Anti-Aging (2)
Acne Fighting
Brightening

Concerns

May Worsen Oily Skin (2)

Notable Ingredients

AHA
Vitamin C
Vitamin E
Ceramides
Hyaluronic Acid
Peptides (4)

Benefits

Hydrating (3)
Redness Reducing (4)
Reduces Irritation (4)
Skin Texture (2)
Reduces Large Pores (2)
Anti-Aging (4)
Dark Spots (2)
Scar Healing
Acne Fighting
Brightening (3)

Concerns

May Worsen Oily Skin (5)
Acne Trigger (2)
Irritating
Rosacea (2)
Eczema (2)
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Ingredients Compared

Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.

Water • Stearic Acid • Isopropyl Isostearate • Dimethicone • Glycerin • Pentylene Glycol • Glyceryl Stearate Se • Cetearyl Alcohol • Butyrospermum Parkii Butter • C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate • Limnanthes Alba Seed Oil • Parachlorella Beijerinckii Exopolysaccharides • Corallina Officinalis Extract • Dunaliella Salina Extract • Undaria Pinnatifida Extract • Dipeptide-2 • Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7 • Palmitoyl Hexapeptide-12 • Palmitoyl Tripeptide-5 • Sodium Hyaluronate • Caffeine • Coffea Arabica Seed Oil • Tribehenin • Ceramide Ng • Peg-10 Phytosterol • Ascorbyl Tetraisopalmitate • Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice • Tocopheryl Acetate • Bambusa Vulgaris Leaf Extract • Pisum Sativum Extract • Glucosamine Hcl • Leuconostoc Ferment Filtrate • Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract • Cucumis Sativus Fruit Extract • Dimethicone Crosspolymer • Panthenol • Pantolactone • Caprylyl Caprylate • Pfaffia Paniculata Root Extract • Ptychopetalum Olacoides Bark Extract • Lilium Candidum Flower Extract • Rubus Idaeus Leaf Extract • Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice Powder • Vinyl Dimethicone • Phospholipids • Ceteareth-20 • Acrylates Copolymer • Disodium EDTA • Aminomethyl Propanol • Caprylyl Glycol • Lactic Acid • Ethylhexylglycerin • Hexylene Glycol • Hesperidin Methyl Chalcone • Steareth-20 • Citric Acid • Sodium Citrate • Chlorhexidine Digluconate • Phenoxyethanol • Potassium Sorbate • Benzyl Alcohol • Sodium Benzoate

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.

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What it does: Skin Conditioning, Solvent
Community Rating: Loved

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!

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Indeed Labs Eysilix II Multi-Action Eye Treatment contains this as ingredient number 1.

Algenist Triple Algae Eye Renewal Balm contains this as ingredient number 1.

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What it does: Emollient, Skin Conditioning, Skin Protecting
Community Rating: Very Disliked

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.

Indeed Labs Eysilix II Multi-Action Eye Treatment contains this as ingredient number 4.

Algenist Triple Algae Eye Renewal Balm contains this as ingredient number 4.

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What it does: Antimicrobial, Emollient, Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Disliked

C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate is made up of Benzoic Acid and long chain alcohols. It has a low molecular weight.

C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate is an emollient and texture enhancer. Due to its solubility, it is often used in sunscreens to help evenly distribute active ingredients.

As an emollient, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate helps soften and hydrate your skin. Emollients create a film on your skin that traps moisture within.

This ingredient has been reported to cause eye irritation.

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Indeed Labs Eysilix II Multi-Action Eye Treatment contains this as ingredient number 7.

Algenist Triple Algae Eye Renewal Balm contains this as ingredient number 10.

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What it does: Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Very Disliked

Butyrospermum Parkii Butter is a plant lipid from the fruit of the Shea Tree. It is an effective skin hydrator and emollient.

Emollients help soothe and soften your skin. It does this by creating a protective film on your skin. This barrier helps trap moisture and keeps your skin hydrated. Emollients may be effective at treating dry or itchy skin.

Shea butter is rich in antioxidants. Antioxidants help fight free-radicals, or molecules that may harm the body. It is also full of fatty acids including stearic acid and linoleic acid. These acids help replenish the skin and keep skin moisturized.

While Shea Butter has an SPF rating of about 3-4, it is not a sunscreen replacement.

Shea butter may not be fungal acne safe. We recommend speaking with a professional if you have any concerns.

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Indeed Labs Eysilix II Multi-Action Eye Treatment contains this as ingredient number 11.

Algenist Triple Algae Eye Renewal Balm contains this as ingredient number 9.

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What it does: Preservative
Community Rating: Very Disliked

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.

Indeed Labs Eysilix II Multi-Action Eye Treatment contains this as ingredient number 15.

Algenist Triple Algae Eye Renewal Balm contains this as ingredient number 59.

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What it does: Emollient, Humectant, Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Liked

Caprylyl Glycol is a humectant and emollient, meaning it attracts and preserves moisture.

It is a common ingredient in many products, especially those designed to hydrate skin. The primary benefits are retaining moisture, skin softening, and promoting a healthy skin barrier.

Though Caprylyl Glycol is an alcohol derived from fatty acids, it is not the kind that can dry out skin.

This ingredient is also used as a preservative to extend the life of products. It has slight antimicrobial properties.

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Indeed Labs Eysilix II Multi-Action Eye Treatment contains this as ingredient number 17.

Algenist Triple Algae Eye Renewal Balm contains this as ingredient number 50.

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What it does: Emollient, Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Very Disliked

Tribehenin comes from glycerin and behenic acid.

It is used as an emollient, or moisturizer. Emollients form a thin barrier on skin to prevent moisture from escaping.

This ingredient may not be Malassezia folliculitis, or fungal-acne safe.

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Indeed Labs Eysilix II Multi-Action Eye Treatment contains this as ingredient number 19.

Algenist Triple Algae Eye Renewal Balm contains this as ingredient number 23.

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What it does: Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Loved

Panthenol (also referred to as pro-vitamin B5) is a common ingredient that helps hydrate and soothe the skin.

lt is a humectant, meaning that it helps the skin attract and retain moisture.

Another benefit is the anti-inflammatory abilities. This means that it's great for sensitive, irritation-prone skin.

Once oxidized, panthenol converts to pantothenic acid. Panthothenic acid is found in all living cells.

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Indeed Labs Eysilix II Multi-Action Eye Treatment contains this as ingredient number 20.

Algenist Triple Algae Eye Renewal Balm contains this as ingredient number 36.

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What it does: Humectant, Skin Conditioning, Skin Protecting, Solvent
Community Rating: Loved

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.

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Indeed Labs Eysilix II Multi-Action Eye Treatment contains this as ingredient number 22.

Algenist Triple Algae Eye Renewal Balm contains this as ingredient number 5.

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What it does: Antimicrobial, Antioxidant, Astringent, Emollient, Humectant, Masking, Skin Conditioning, Skin Protecting, Tonic
Community Rating: Loved

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 Extract

Indeed Labs Eysilix II Multi-Action Eye Treatment contains this as ingredient number 26.

Algenist Triple Algae Eye Renewal Balm contains this as ingredient number 33.

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What it does:
Community Rating: Disliked

Disodium 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.

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Indeed Labs Eysilix II Multi-Action Eye Treatment contains this as ingredient number 27.

Algenist Triple Algae Eye Renewal Balm contains this as ingredient number 48.

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What it does: Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Loved

Ceramide NG is a type of Ceramide. The NG stands for a sphinganine base.

Ceramides are intercellular lipids naturally found in our skin that bonds dead skin cells together to create a barrier. They are known for their ability to hold water and thus are a great ingredient for dry skin.

Ceramides are an important building block for our skin barrier. A stronger barrier helps the skin look more firm and hydrated. By bolstering the skin ceramides act as a barrier against irritating ingredients. This can help with inflammation as well.

If you would like to eat ceramides, sweet potatoes contain a small amount.

Read more about other common types of ceramides here: Ceramide AP Ceramide EOP Ceramide NP

Learn more about Ceramide Ng

Indeed Labs Eysilix II Multi-Action Eye Treatment contains this as ingredient number 31.

Algenist Triple Algae Eye Renewal Balm contains this as ingredient number 24.

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What it does: Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Disliked

We don't have a description for Dunaliella Salina Extract.

Indeed Labs Eysilix II Multi-Action Eye Treatment contains this as ingredient number 34.

Algenist Triple Algae Eye Renewal Balm contains this as ingredient number 14.

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What it does: Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Loved

Caffeine is most associated with coffee, tea, and cacao. In skincare, it helps with calming inflammation and anti-aging.

Caffeine is an antioxidants, which help with the signs of aging. This is because antioxidants help fight skin-damaging free radical molecules.

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.

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Indeed Labs Eysilix II Multi-Action Eye Treatment contains this as ingredient number 38.

Algenist Triple Algae Eye Renewal Balm contains this as ingredient number 21.

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What it does: Buffering, Masking
Community Rating: Disliked

Citric Acid is an AHA derived from citrus fruits (think oranges, lemons, and limes!).

If you spot Citric Acid near the end of an ingredient list, it's likely there as a pH adjuster rather than an active ingredient.

As an AHA, Citric Acid removes the top layer of skin cells from the newer layer of skin underneath. This helps skin to remove dark spots and look more even.

Read more about some other popular AHA's here:

Learn more about Citric Acid

Indeed Labs Eysilix II Multi-Action Eye Treatment contains this as ingredient number 39.

Algenist Triple Algae Eye Renewal Balm contains this as ingredient number 56.

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What it does: Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Mixed

Ethylhexylglycerin (we can't pronounce this either) is commonly used as a preservative and skin softener. It is derived from glyceryl.

You might see Ethylhexylglycerin often paired with other preservatives such as phenoxyethanol. Ethylhexylglycerin has been found to increase the effectiveness of these other preservatives.

Indeed Labs Eysilix II Multi-Action Eye Treatment contains this as ingredient number 40.

Algenist Triple Algae Eye Renewal Balm contains this as ingredient number 52.

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What it does: Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Liked

Palmitoyl Tripeptide-5 isn't fungal acne safe and is a peptide.

Indeed Labs Eysilix II Multi-Action Eye Treatment contains this as ingredient number 41.

Algenist Triple Algae Eye Renewal Balm contains this as ingredient number 19.

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What it does: Humectant, Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Loved

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 Hyaluronate

Indeed Labs Eysilix II Multi-Action Eye Treatment contains this as ingredient number 42.

Algenist Triple Algae Eye Renewal Balm contains this as ingredient number 20.

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What it does: Humectant, Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Liked

Pantolactone is a synthetically created humectant.

As a humectant, Pantolactone helps draw moisture to the skin. It can help add hydration to your skin.

Indeed Labs Eysilix II Multi-Action Eye Treatment contains this as ingredient number 44.

Algenist Triple Algae Eye Renewal Balm contains this as ingredient number 37.

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What it does: Preservative
Community Rating: Disliked

Potassium Sorbate is a preservative used to prevent yeast and mold in products. It is commonly found in both cosmetic and food products.

Potassium sorbate is potassium salt derived from sorbic acid. Sorbic acid is a natural antibiotic and effective against fungus.

Potassium sorbate and sorbic acid can be found in baked goods, cheeses, dried meats, dried fruit, ice cream, pickles, wine, yogurt, and more.

Potassium sorbate is often used with stronger preservatives.

Learn more about Potassium Sorbate

Indeed Labs Eysilix II Multi-Action Eye Treatment contains this as ingredient number 45.

Algenist Triple Algae Eye Renewal Balm contains this as ingredient number 60.

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What it does: Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Liked

Palmitoyl Hexapeptide-12 isn't fungal acne safe and is a peptide.

Indeed Labs Eysilix II Multi-Action Eye Treatment contains this as ingredient number 46.

Algenist Triple Algae Eye Renewal Balm contains this as ingredient number 18.

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7% have mixed ratings
43% are disliked or very disliked
11% have no rating yet
42% are loved or liked
11% have mixed ratings
31% are disliked or very disliked
16% have no rating yet

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