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Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of IT Cosmetics Confidence in an Eye Cream versus Kiehl's Youth Dose Eye Treatment .

Published on January 31, 2022

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 hyaluronic acid, retinoid, Vitamin C 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 common allergens or parabens

What's Inside

They both contain silicones

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Eye Moisturizer British Brand United Kingdom
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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Buy Confidence in an Eye Cream

Starts at $23.70
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Buy Youth Dose Eye Treatment

Starts at $40.00

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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Notable Ingredients

Chemical UV Filter
AHA
Retinoid
Vitamin C (2)
Vitamin E (2)
Exfoliators (2)
Niacinamide
Ceramides (3)
Hyaluronic Acid
Peptides (5)

Benefits

Hydrating (12)
Good For Oily Skin (2)
Redness Reducing (6)
Reduces Irritation (4)
Skin Texture (2)
Reduces Large Pores (4)
Anti-Aging (7)
Dark Spots (3)
Scar Healing (3)
Acne Fighting (3)
Brightening (8)

Concerns

Drying (2)
May Worsen Oily Skin (6)
Acne Trigger (2)
Irritating (4)
Rosacea (2)
Eczema (2)

Notable Ingredients

Retinoid
Vitamin C
Vitamin E
Hyaluronic Acid

Benefits

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

Concerns

Drying
Irritating
Eczema (2)
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Ingredients Compared

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

WaterButylene GlycolCyclopentasiloxaneCetearyl AlcoholButyrospermum Parkii ButterPalmitic AcidStearic AcidDimethiconeNiacinamidePeg-40 StearatePolysorbate 60Cetyl EthylhexanoateGlyceryl StearateMacadamia Ternifolia Seed OilPolyacrylate-13Polysilicone-11Helianthus Annuus Seed OilPolyisobuteneDimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone CrosspolymerTromethamine Sorbitan StearatePhenoxyethanolCarbomerChlorphenesinAcrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate CrosspolymerPhenyl TrimethiconeEthylhexylglycerinGlycerinCaprylyl GlycolPolysorbate 20Alkanna Tinctoria Root ExtractSorbitan IsostearateSynthetic FluorphlogopiteBenzophenone-5Tin OxideCoptis Japonica Root ExtractAlcoholDisodium EDTASodium HyaluronateTocopherolCitric AcidAvena Sativa Kernel ExtractCaffeinePersea Gratissima OilSqualaneCocos Nucifera OilRoyal Jelly ExtractCamellia Sinensis Leaf ExtractCoffea Arabica Seed ExtractPanax Ginseng Root ExtractCholesteryl NonanoateCholesteryl ChlorideCholesteryl IsostearateCurcuma Longa Root ExtractGlycyrrhiza Glabra Root ExtractSodium Lauroyl LactylateLecithinAnthemis Nobilis Flower ExtractCaprylic/Capric TriglycerideSteareth-20CreatineMaris AquaAloe Barbadensis Leaf ExtractCeramide NPPanthenolPolyglutamic AcidPhytosphingosineCeramide APTocopheryl AcetateArginineIsoleucineLeucineValineThreonineMethionineLysinePhenylalanineTryptophanCholesterolHistidineSaccharide IsomerateXanthan GumCucumis Sativus Fruit ExtractN-HydroxysuccinimideRetinolCollagenCopper GluconatePalmitoyl Pentapeptide-4Acetyl Hexapeptide-8Tea-Cocoyl GlutamatePotassium SorbateCopper Tripeptide-1Magnesium AspartateBiotinZinc GluconateSodium Ascorbyl PhosphateAscorbic AcidPalmitoyl OligopeptideChrysinPalmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7Chlorhexidine DigluconateCeramide EOPCI 77891

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.

1
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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IT Cosmetics Confidence in an Eye Cream contains this as ingredient number 1.

Kiehl's Youth Dose Eye Treatment contains this as ingredient number 1.

2
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.

IT Cosmetics Confidence in an Eye Cream contains this as ingredient number 8.

Kiehl's Youth Dose Eye Treatment contains this as ingredient number 2.

3
What it does: Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Very Disliked

Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer is a silicone used to improve the texture of products and absorb oil. It does not get absorbed into the skin.

Like other silicones, Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer helps condition the skin by creating a barrier. In this sense, it can act as an emollient and trap moisture in.

IT Cosmetics Confidence in an Eye Cream contains this as ingredient number 19.

Kiehl's Youth Dose Eye Treatment contains this as ingredient number 4.

4
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.

IT Cosmetics Confidence in an Eye Cream contains this as ingredient number 22.

Kiehl's Youth Dose Eye Treatment contains this as ingredient number 16.

5
What it does: Antimicrobial, Preservative
Community Rating: Disliked

Chlorphenesin is a synthetic preservative. It helps protect a product against bacteria in order to extend shelf life. In most cases, Chlorphenesin is paired with other preservatives such as phenoxyethanol and caprylyl glycol.

Chlorphenesin is a biocide. This means it is able to help fight the microorganisms on our skin. It is also able to fight odor-releasing bacteria.

Chlorphenesin is soluble in both water and glycerin.

Studies show Chlorphenesin is easily absorbed by our skin. You should speak with a skincare professional if you have concerns about using Chlorphenesin.

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IT Cosmetics Confidence in an Eye Cream contains this as ingredient number 24.

Kiehl's Youth Dose Eye Treatment contains this as ingredient number 22.

6
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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IT Cosmetics Confidence in an Eye Cream contains this as ingredient number 28.

Kiehl's Youth Dose Eye Treatment contains this as ingredient number 3.

7
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:

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IT Cosmetics Confidence in an Eye Cream contains this as ingredient number 39.

Kiehl's Youth Dose Eye Treatment contains this as ingredient number 21.

8
What it does: Antioxidant, Masking, Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Liked

Tocopherol (also known as Vitamin E) is a common antioxidant used to help protect the skin from free-radicals and strengthen the skin barrier. It's also fat soluble - this means our skin is great at absorbing it.

Vitamin E also helps keep your natural skin lipids healthy. Your lipid skin barrier naturally consists of lipids, ceramides, and fatty acids. Vitamin E offers extra protection for your skin’s lipid barrier, keeping your skin healthy and nourished.

Another benefit is a bit of UV protection. Vitamin E helps reduce the damage caused by UVB rays. (It should not replace your sunscreen). Combining it with Vitamin C can decrease sunburned cells and hyperpigmentation after UV exposure.

You might have noticed Vitamin E + C often paired together. This is because it is great at stabilizing Vitamin C. Using the two together helps increase the effectiveness of both ingredients.

There are often claims that Vitamin E can reduce/prevent scarring, but these claims haven't been confirmed by scientific research.

Learn more about Tocopherol

IT Cosmetics Confidence in an Eye Cream contains this as ingredient number 40.

Kiehl's Youth Dose Eye Treatment contains this as ingredient number 34.

9
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.

Learn more about Caffeine

IT Cosmetics Confidence in an Eye Cream contains this as ingredient number 43.

Kiehl's Youth Dose Eye Treatment contains this as ingredient number 25.

10
What it does: Cosmetic Colorant
Community Rating: Disliked

Ci 77891 is a white pigment from Titanium dioxide. It is naturally found in minerals such as rutile and ilmenite.

It's main function is to add a white color to cosmetics. It can also be mixed with other colors to create different shades.

Ci 77891 is commonly found in sunscreens due to its ability to block UV rays.

Learn more about CI 77891

IT Cosmetics Confidence in an Eye Cream contains this as ingredient number 103.

Kiehl's Youth Dose Eye Treatment contains this as ingredient number 14.

Here's what our community thinks of the ingredients in these two products.

48% are loved or liked
6% have mixed ratings
32% are disliked or very disliked
15% have no rating yet
32% are loved or liked
15% have mixed ratings
41% are disliked or very disliked
12% have no rating yet

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Reviews

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IT Cosmetics Confidence in an Eye Cream 103 ingredients

5.0 /5
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Kiehl's Youth Dose Eye Treatment 34 ingredients

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