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Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Laboratoire ACM Duolys Eye Contour versus StriVectin Super-C Dark Circle Brightening Eye Serum .

Published on May 26, 2023

Overview

What they are

These products are both reef safe eye moisturizers. They have a total of 15 ingredients in common

Cool Features

They both contain peptides and Vitamin C

Suited For

They're both likely to be good for anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, scar healing, dark spots and better texture

Free From

They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, oils, parabens or sulfates

What's Inside

They both contain silicones

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Eye Moisturizer French Brand France
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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Notable Ingredients

Vitamin C
Vitamin E
Hyaluronic Acid
Peptides (3)

Benefits

Hydrating (2)
Redness Reducing
Skin Texture
Anti-Aging
Dark Spots
Scar Healing
Brightening (3)

Concerns

May Worsen Oily Skin
Acne Trigger

Notable Ingredients

Vitamin C (2)
Exfoliators
Peptides (3)

Benefits

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

Concerns

Drying
Rosacea
Eczema
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Ingredients Compared

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

Water • Propanediol • Glycerin • Myristyl Myristate • Glyceryl Stearate Citrate • Cetearyl Isononanoate • Squalane • Xylitol • Ascorbyl Glucoside • Hesperidin Methyl Chalcone • Sodium Hyaluronate • Tocopheryl Acetate • Sclerotium Gum • Biotin • Sodium Benzoate • Steareth-20 • Potassium Sorbate • Chlorhexidine Digluconate • N-Hydroxysuccinimide • Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1 • Dipeptide-2 • Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7 • Chrysin • Citric Acid • Sodium Hydroxide • Sodium Citrate

Ingredients Side-by-side

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

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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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Laboratoire ACM Duolys Eye Contour contains this as ingredient number 1.

StriVectin Super-C Dark Circle Brightening Eye Serum contains this as ingredient number 1.

2
What it does: Solvent
Community Rating: Liked

Propanediol helps absorb ingredients into your skin, boosting their benefits. It can act as an emollient, making your skin softer. Propanediol can help products last longer by boosting the properties of preservatives within the formulation.

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.

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Laboratoire ACM Duolys Eye Contour contains this as ingredient number 2.

StriVectin Super-C Dark Circle Brightening Eye Serum contains this as ingredient number 2.

3
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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Laboratoire ACM Duolys Eye Contour contains this as ingredient number 3.

StriVectin Super-C Dark Circle Brightening Eye Serum contains this as ingredient number 6.

4
What it does: Antiseborrhoeic, Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Liked

Biotin is a B vitamin that is naturally produced by our bodies. It is also called Vitamin H.

Our bodies use biotin in the metabolism process. It also helps our bodies use enzymes and move nutrients around. A biotin deficiency can lead to brittle hair and nails.

More research is needed on applying biotin topically. However, taking biotin orally has been shown to help nourish the skin, hair, and nails. They play a role in forming skin-hydrating fatty acids.

Biotin is water-soluble. It can be found in foods such as fish, eggs, dairy, nuts, and meat. Vitamin H stands for "haar" and "haut". These are the German words for hair and skin.

We recommend speaking with a professional if you have any questions or concerns about this ingredient.

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Laboratoire ACM Duolys Eye Contour contains this as ingredient number 14.

StriVectin Super-C Dark Circle Brightening Eye Serum contains this as ingredient number 35.

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

Sodium 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.

Sodium Benzoate 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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Laboratoire ACM Duolys Eye Contour contains this as ingredient number 15.

StriVectin Super-C Dark Circle Brightening Eye Serum contains this as ingredient number 42.

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What it does: Cleansing, Emulsifying
Community Rating: Very Disliked

Steareth-20 is a waxy compound used to emulsify ingredients. It is created from stearyl alcohol.

It possesses surfactant properties. This means it reduces surface tension and helps oils, dirt, and pollutants to be washed away.

The 20 stands for the number of ethylene oxide used to create this ingredient.

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Laboratoire ACM Duolys Eye Contour contains this as ingredient number 16.

StriVectin Super-C Dark Circle Brightening Eye Serum contains this as ingredient number 28.

7
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.

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Laboratoire ACM Duolys Eye Contour contains this as ingredient number 17.

StriVectin Super-C Dark Circle Brightening Eye Serum contains this as ingredient number 43.

8
What it does: Antimicrobial, Preservative

Chlorhexidine Digluconate is a preservative.

Laboratoire ACM Duolys Eye Contour contains this as ingredient number 18.

StriVectin Super-C Dark Circle Brightening Eye Serum contains this as ingredient number 33.

9
What it does: Skin Conditioning

We don't have a description for N-Hydroxysuccinimide.

Laboratoire ACM Duolys Eye Contour contains this as ingredient number 19.

StriVectin Super-C Dark Circle Brightening Eye Serum contains this as ingredient number 15.

10
What it does: Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Liked

Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1 is a 3-amino acid peptide. Peptides are building blocks for protein.

Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1 is a signal peptide. This means it tells our skin to create collagen. Collagen is a protein that makes connective tissue. Boosting collagen production leads to a healthier skin barrier. Having a healthy skin barrier means having firm and hydrated skin.

Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1 can help reduce wrinkles and make the skin look more youthful.

Read more about other common types of peptides here:

Learn more about Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1

Laboratoire ACM Duolys Eye Contour contains this as ingredient number 20.

StriVectin Super-C Dark Circle Brightening Eye Serum contains this as ingredient number 16.

11
What it does: Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Loved

Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7 is a peptide. Peptides are building blocks for protein.

This ingredient consists of four amino acids and palmitic acid. These amino acids are arginine, proline, glutamine, and glycine.

This ingredient has many benefits. These benefits include boosting collagen production, fighting inflammation, and reversing UV damage.

By preventing our bodies from producing interleukins, Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7 helps fight inflammation. An interleukin is a chemical that signals to the body to produce an inflammatory response. Interleukin production is accelerated by UV radiation.

Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7 tells our body to create more collagen. Collagen is a protein that makes connective tissue. Boosting collagen production leads to a healthier skin barrier. Having a healthy skin barrier means having firm and hydrated skin.

Read more about other common types of peptides here:

Learn more about Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7

Laboratoire ACM Duolys Eye Contour contains this as ingredient number 22.

StriVectin Super-C Dark Circle Brightening Eye Serum contains this as ingredient number 17.

12
What it does: Skin Conditioning

We don't have a description for Chrysin.

Laboratoire ACM Duolys Eye Contour contains this as ingredient number 23.

StriVectin Super-C Dark Circle Brightening Eye Serum contains this as ingredient number 14.

13
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

Laboratoire ACM Duolys Eye Contour contains this as ingredient number 24.

StriVectin Super-C Dark Circle Brightening Eye Serum contains this as ingredient number 37.

14
What it does: Buffering
Community Rating: Mixed

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 Hydroxide

Laboratoire ACM Duolys Eye Contour contains this as ingredient number 25.

StriVectin Super-C Dark Circle Brightening Eye Serum contains this as ingredient number 44.

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What it does: Buffering, Masking
Community Rating: Mixed

Sodium Citrate is the sodium salts of citric acid. In skincare, it is used to alter pH levels and acts as a preservative.

Sodium Citrate helps maintain the pH of a product. Normal pH level of skin is slightly acidic (~4.75-5.5). The acidity of our skin is maintained by our glands and skin biome. Being slightly acidic allows our skin to create an "acid mantle". This acid mantle is a thin barrier that protects our skin from bacteria and contaminants.

Sodium Citrate is a chelating agent. It neutralizes metal ions from water and prevents them from binding to other ingredients. This ensures the other ingredients will not be altered.

Learn more about Sodium Citrate

Laboratoire ACM Duolys Eye Contour contains this as ingredient number 26.

StriVectin Super-C Dark Circle Brightening Eye Serum contains this as ingredient number 36.

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

46% are loved or liked
8% have mixed ratings
27% are disliked or very disliked
19% have no rating yet
34% are loved or liked
14% have mixed ratings
23% are disliked or very disliked
30% have no rating yet

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