Kiehl's Hydro-Plumping Hydrating Serum Versus Lancôme Advanced Génifique Yeux Light-Pearl Eye & Lash Enhancing Concentrate
Overview
What they are
These products are both reef safe serums. They have a total of 8 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain Vitamin E
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for dry skin, brightening skin, reducing pores and scar healing
Free From
They both do not contain any common allergens, fragrances, oils or parabens
What's Inside
They both contain silicones
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Ingredient Info
Kiehl's Hydro-Plumping Hydrating Serum 20 ingredients
Lancôme Advanced Génifique Yeux Light-Pearl Eye & Lash Enhancing Concentrate 27 ingredients
About this product
About this product
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Kiehl's Hydro-Plumping Hydrating Serum 20 ingredients
Lancôme Advanced Génifique Yeux Light-Pearl Eye & Lash Enhancing Concentrate 27 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningGlycerin
Humectant
Dimethicone
Emollient
Propanediol
SolventGluconolactone
Skin Conditioning
Dimethicone/PEG-10/15 Crosspolymer
Polymethylsilsesquioxane
Sodium Chloride
Masking
Sodium Dextran Sulfate
Gel Forming
Sodium Hydroxide
BufferingPhenoxyethanol
Preservative
Citric Acid
Buffering
Chlorphenesin
Antimicrobial
Sodium Citrate
BufferingP-Anisic Acid
MaskingDisodium EDTA
PEG-10 Dimethicone
Skin Conditioning
Adenosine
Skin Conditioning
Dipropylene Glycol
MaskingTocopherol
Antioxidant
Water, Glycerin, Dimethicone, Propanediol, Gluconolactone, Dimethicone/PEG-10/15 Crosspolymer, Polymethylsilsesquioxane, Sodium Chloride, Sodium Dextran Sulfate, Sodium Hydroxide, Phenoxyethanol, Citric Acid, Chlorphenesin, Sodium Citrate, P-Anisic Acid, Disodium EDTA, PEG-10 Dimethicone, Adenosine, Dipropylene Glycol, Tocopherol
Water
Skin ConditioningBifida Ferment Lysate
Skin Conditioning
Propanediol
SolventGlycerin
Humectant
Alcohol Denat.
Antimicrobial
Dimethicone
Emollient
C13-14 Isoparaffin
Emollient
Escin
TonicTocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Sodium Benzoate
Masking
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Adenosine
Skin Conditioning
Caffeine
Skin ConditioningPolyacrylamide
Chlorphenesin
Antimicrobial
Polymethylsilsesquioxane
Chlorella Vulgaris Extract
Skin ConditioningSalicyloyl Phytosphingosine
Skin ConditioningDimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer
Skin ConditioningAmmonium Polyacryloyldimethyl Taurate
Emulsion StabilisingDimethiconol
Emollient
Pentaerythrityl Tetraethylhexanoate
EmollientXanthan Gum
EmulsifyingCaprylic/Capric Triglyceride
MaskingBis-PEG/PPG-16/16 PEG/PPG-16/16 Dimethicone
Emollient
BHT
Antioxidant
Laureth-7
EmulsifyingWater, Bifida Ferment Lysate, Propanediol, Glycerin, Alcohol Denat., Dimethicone, C13-14 Isoparaffin, Escin, Tocopheryl Acetate, Sodium Benzoate, Phenoxyethanol, Adenosine, Caffeine, Polyacrylamide, Chlorphenesin, Polymethylsilsesquioxane, Chlorella Vulgaris Extract, Salicyloyl Phytosphingosine, Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Ammonium Polyacryloyldimethyl Taurate, Dimethiconol, Pentaerythrityl Tetraethylhexanoate, Xanthan Gum, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Bis-PEG/PPG-16/16 PEG/PPG-16/16 Dimethicone, BHT, Laureth-7
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 WaterGlycerin 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 GlycerinDimethicone is a type of synthetic silicone created from natural materials such as quartz.
What it does:
Dimethicone comes in different viscosities:
Depending on the viscosity, dimethicone has different properties.
Ingredients lists don't always show which type is used, so we recommend reaching out to the brand if you have questions about the viscosity.
This ingredient is unlikely to cause irritation because it does not get absorbed into skin. However, people with silicone allergies should be careful about using this ingredient.
Note: Dimethicone may contribute to pilling. This is because it is not oil or water soluble, so pilling may occur when layered with products. When mixed with heavy oils in a formula, the outcome is also quite greasy.
Learn more about DimethiconePropanediol 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 PropanediolPolymethylsilsesquioxane is a silicone used as a film forming agent.
When applied to the skin, this ingredient creates an invisible film on the surface. This film still allows oxygen to pass through, but prevents moisture from escaping. This can help condition and hydrate the skin. It also leaves a silky feel when applied.
Polymethylsilsesquioxane has not been shown to clog pores. It has been deemed safe to use up to 55%, but most cosmetics use much less.
If you have concerns about using this ingredient, we recommend speaking with a professional.
Learn more about PolymethylsilsesquioxanePhenoxyethanol 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.
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.
Learn more about ChlorphenesinAdenosine is in every living organism. It is one of four components in nucleic acids that helps store our DNA.
Adenosine has many benefits when used. These benefits include hydrating the skin, smoothing skin, and reducing wrinkles. Once applied, adenosine increases collagen production. It also helps with improving firmness and tissue repair.
Studies have found adenosine may also help with wound healing.
In skincare products, Adenosine is usually derived from yeast.
Learn more about AdenosineIngredient Ratings
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Kiehl's Hydro-Plumping Hydrating Serum 20 ingredients
Lancôme Advanced Génifique Yeux Light-Pearl Eye & Lash Enhancing Concentrate 27 ingredients
Reviews
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Kiehl's Hydro-Plumping Hydrating Serum 20 ingredients
It was the first serum I ever used. It helped a lot with my dry, dehydrated skin. But after a while I felt like moving on because I realized I could have the same job done with a good moisturizer. Plus, it got really expensive.
Lancôme Advanced Génifique Yeux Light-Pearl Eye & Lash Enhancing Concentrate 27 ingredients
Helps undereye concerns, feels refreshing, can reapply over concealer
I know it has alcohol denat (major risk for people with sensitive skin), but the truth is that the product did feel moisturizing at the time. Also loved the applicator. Would repurchase an alcohol free version tho!
