Mary & May Tranexamic Acid + Glutathione Eye Cream Versus Esfolio Eye Cream - Ultra Moisture
Updated on September 03, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both cruelty-free and reef safe eye moisturizers. They have a total of 13 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain hyaluronic acid and niacinamide
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, sensitive skin, oily skin, reducing pores, scar healing and dark spots
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, parabens or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain fragrances and silicones
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Ingredient Info
Mary & May Tranexamic Acid + Glutathione Eye Cream 38 ingredients
Esfolio Eye Cream 74 ingredients
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Mary & May Tranexamic Acid + Glutathione Eye Cream 38 ingredients
Esfolio Eye Cream 74 ingredients
Key Ingredients
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Key Ingredients
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningEthylhexyl Palmitate
Emollient
Glycereth-26
HumectantGlycerin
Humectant
Cetearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Niacinamide
Smoothing
Hydrogenated Poly(C6-14 Olefin)
EmollientBeeswax
Emulsion Stabilising
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
MaskingPolyglyceryl-2 Stearate
Emulsifying
Dipropylene Glycol
MaskingIsododecane
EmollientGlyceryl Stearate
Emollient
Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer
Emulsion StabilisingStearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Glycol Stearate Se
Emulsifying
Sodium Polyacrylate
AbsorbentHydroxyacetophenone
Antioxidant
Stearic Acid
Cleansing
Dimethiconol
Emollient
Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer
Skin ConditioningHydrogenated Polydecene
EmollientHydrogenated Lecithin
EmulsifyingTranexamic Acid
Astringent
Betaine
Humectant
Glutathione
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
Parfum
Masking
Hippophae Rhamnoides Fruit Oil
Skin Protecting
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Adenosine
Skin Conditioning
Sorbitan Isostearate
Emulsifying
Caprylyl Glycol
EmollientTrideceth-6
Emulsifying1,2-Hexanediol
Skin ConditioningDisodium EDTA
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Ascorbic Acid
Antioxidant
Water, Ethylhexyl Palmitate, Glycereth-26, Glycerin, Cetearyl Alcohol, Niacinamide, Hydrogenated Poly(C6-14 Olefin), Beeswax, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Polyglyceryl-2 Stearate, Dipropylene Glycol, Isododecane, Glyceryl Stearate, Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, Stearyl Alcohol, Glycol Stearate Se, Sodium Polyacrylate, Hydroxyacetophenone, Stearic Acid, Dimethiconol, Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Hydrogenated Polydecene, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Tranexamic Acid, Betaine, Glutathione, Panthenol, Parfum, Hippophae Rhamnoides Fruit Oil, Butylene Glycol, Adenosine, Sorbitan Isostearate, Caprylyl Glycol, Trideceth-6, 1,2-Hexanediol, Disodium EDTA, Sodium Hyaluronate, Ascorbic Acid
Water
Skin ConditioningGlycerin
Humectant
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
MaskingHydrogenated Polydecene
EmollientMethylpropanediol
SolventCetyl Alcohol
Emollient
Niacinamide
Smoothing
Dimethicone
Emollient
Cetearyl Glucoside
EmulsifyingButyrospermum Parkii Butter
Skin Conditioning
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer
Humectant
Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid
Humectant
Hydroxypropyltrimonium Hyaluronate
Hyaluronic Acid
Humectant
Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate
Humectant
Artemisia Princeps Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningChondrus Crispus Extract
Skin Conditioning
Artemisia Capillaris Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningArtemisia Vulgaris Extract
Skin Conditioning
Punica Granatum Fruit Extract
AntioxidantFicus Carica Fruit Extract
HumectantMorus Alba Fruit Extract
Antioxidant
Ginkgo Biloba Nut Extract
Skin ConditioningCordyceps Sinensis Extract
Antioxidant
Hydrolyzed Elastin
EmollientBambusa Vulgaris Extract
Skin ConditioningPanax Ginseng Root Extract
Emollient
Vigna Radiata Seed Extract
Skin ConditioningCornus Officinalis Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningHouttuynia Cordata Extract
Skin Conditioning
Pinus Densiflora Leaf Extract
Antimicrobial
Angelica Gigas Root Extract
Skin ConditioningCentella Asiatica Extract
Cleansing
Asparagus Cochinchinensis Extract
Skin ProtectingGanoderma Lucidum Stem Extract
Skin ConditioningGlycyrrhiza Uralensis Root Extract
Skin Conditioning
Lycium Chinense Fruit Extract
Antioxidant
Sophora Flavescens Root Extract
Antioxidant
Lonicera Japonica Flower Extract
Skin ConditioningCamellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
Antimicrobial
Portulaca Oleracea Extract
Skin ConditioningPrunus Mume Fruit Extract
HumectantPrunus Mume Flower Extract
Skin ConditioningArctium Lappa Root Extract
Skin ConditioningMorus Alba Bark Extract
Skin ConditioningZingiber Officinale Root Extract
MaskingNelumbo Nucifera Extract
Skin ConditioningCoix Lacryma-Jobi Ma-Yuen Seed Extract
Skin ConditioningCnidium Officinale Root Extract
Skin ConditioningPolygonum Multiflorum Root Extract
Skin ConditioningCarthamus Tinctorius Flower Extract
Skin ConditioningScutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract
AstringentSalicornia Herbacea Extract
Skin ConditioningAdenosine
Skin Conditioning
Sorbitan Olivate
Emulsifying
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Polyacrylate-13
Polyisobutene
Carbomer
Emulsion StabilisingArginine
Masking
Cetearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Xanthan Gum
EmulsifyingPropanediol
SolventSorbitan Isostearate
Emulsifying
Polysorbate 20
Emulsifying
Benzyl Glycol
SolventHydrolyzed Glycosaminoglycans
HumectantRaspberry Ketone
Masking
Disodium EDTA
Chlorphenesin
Antimicrobial
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin Conditioning1,2-Hexanediol
Skin ConditioningParfum
Masking
Water, Glycerin, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Hydrogenated Polydecene, Methylpropanediol, Cetyl Alcohol, Niacinamide, Dimethicone, Cetearyl Glucoside, Butyrospermum Parkii Butter, Sodium Hyaluronate, Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid, Hydroxypropyltrimonium Hyaluronate, Hyaluronic Acid, Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate, Artemisia Princeps Leaf Extract, Chondrus Crispus Extract, Artemisia Capillaris Leaf Extract, Artemisia Vulgaris Extract, Punica Granatum Fruit Extract, Ficus Carica Fruit Extract, Morus Alba Fruit Extract, Ginkgo Biloba Nut Extract, Cordyceps Sinensis Extract, Hydrolyzed Elastin, Bambusa Vulgaris Extract, Panax Ginseng Root Extract, Vigna Radiata Seed Extract, Cornus Officinalis Fruit Extract, Houttuynia Cordata Extract, Pinus Densiflora Leaf Extract, Angelica Gigas Root Extract, Centella Asiatica Extract, Asparagus Cochinchinensis Extract, Ganoderma Lucidum Stem Extract, Glycyrrhiza Uralensis Root Extract, Lycium Chinense Fruit Extract, Sophora Flavescens Root Extract, Lonicera Japonica Flower Extract, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Portulaca Oleracea Extract, Prunus Mume Fruit Extract, Prunus Mume Flower Extract, Arctium Lappa Root Extract, Morus Alba Bark Extract, Zingiber Officinale Root Extract, Nelumbo Nucifera Extract, Coix Lacryma-Jobi Ma-Yuen Seed Extract, Cnidium Officinale Root Extract, Polygonum Multiflorum Root Extract, Carthamus Tinctorius Flower Extract, Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract, Salicornia Herbacea Extract, Adenosine, Sorbitan Olivate, Butylene Glycol, Polyacrylate-13, Polyisobutene, Carbomer, Arginine, Cetearyl Alcohol, Xanthan Gum, Propanediol, Sorbitan Isostearate, Polysorbate 20, Benzyl Glycol, Hydrolyzed Glycosaminoglycans, Raspberry Ketone, Disodium EDTA, Chlorphenesin, Ethylhexylglycerin, 1,2-Hexanediol, Parfum
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 GlycerinCetearyl alcohol is a mixture of two fatty alcohols: cetyl alcohol and stearyl alcohol. It is mainly used as an emulsifier. Emulsifiers help prevent the separation of oils and products. Due to its composition, it can also be used to thicken a product or help create foam.
Cetearyl alcohol is an emollient. Emollients help soothe and hydrate the skin by trapping moisture.
Studies show Cetearyl alcohol is non-toxic and non-irritating. The FDA allows products labeled "alcohol-free" to have fatty alcohols.
This ingredient is usually derived from plant oils such as palm, vegetable, or coconut oils. There is debate on whether this ingredient will cause acne.
Due to the fatty acid base, this ingredient may not be Malassezia folliculitis safe.
Learn more about Cetearyl AlcoholNiacinamide has emerged as an all-star ingredient due to its many benefits.
It is known to treat acne by reducing inflammation. It also helps fade dark-spots and strengthen the skin by promoting the growth of the ceramide barrier.
Other benefits include smoothing wrinkles and minimizing redness.
The cherry on top? Niacinamide can also help build keratin, a protein that keeps skin firm.
When incorporating niacinamide into your routine, look out for concentration amounts. Typically, 5% niacinamide provides benefits such as fading dark spots. However, if you have sensitive skin, it is better to begin with a smaller concentration.
Niacinamide can be mixed with other ingredients to boost benefits. For instance, it has shown to be effective when used with copper, folic acid, and zinc to treat acne.
Learn more about NiacinamideThis ingredient is an emollient, solvent, and texture enhancer. It is considered a skin-softener by helping the skin prevent moisture loss.
It helps thicken a product's formula and makes it easier to spread by dissolving clumping compounds.
Caprylic Triglyceride is made by combining glycerin with coconut oil, forming a clear liquid.
While there is an assumption Caprylic Triglyceride can clog pores due to it being derived from coconut oil, there is no research supporting this.
Learn more about Caprylic/Capric TriglycerideHydrogenated Polydecene is an emollient. It creates a non-occlusive film on the skin that offers extra protection for your skin barrier.
The texture of Hydrogenated Polydecene ranges from light and silky to rich.
Hydrogenated Polydecene is the end compound of controlled hydrogenation of Polydecene.
Learn more about Hydrogenated PolydeceneParfum is a catch-all term for an ingredient or more that is used to give a scent to products.
Also called "fragrance", this ingredient can be a blend of hundreds of chemicals or plant oils. This means every product with "fragrance" or "parfum" in the ingredients list is a different mixture.
For instance, Habanolide is a proprietary trade name for a specific aroma chemical. When used as a fragrance ingredient in cosmetics, most aroma chemicals fall under the broad labeling category of “FRAGRANCE” or “PARFUM” according to EU and US regulations.
The term 'parfum' or 'fragrance' is not regulated in many countries. In many cases, it is up to the brand to define this term.
For instance, many brands choose to label themselves as "fragrance-free" because they are not using synthetic fragrances. However, their products may still contain ingredients such as essential oils that are considered a fragrance by INCI standards.
One example is Calendula flower extract. Calendula is an essential oil that still imparts a scent or 'fragrance'.
Depending on the blend, the ingredients in the mixture can cause allergies and sensitivities on the skin. Some ingredients that are known EU allergens include linalool and citronellol.
Parfum can also be used to mask or cover an unpleasant scent.
The bottom line is: not all fragrances/parfum/ingredients are created equally. If you are worried about fragrances, we recommend taking a closer look at an ingredient. And of course, we always recommend speaking with a professional.
Learn more about ParfumButylene Glycol (or BG) is used within cosmetic products for a few different reasons:
- It is a solvent, meaning that it helps to dissolve other ingredients. This also enhances the absorption of the product into one's skin.
- It is a humectant, which means that it helps attract moisture into the skin.
- It helps improve product application.
- It has mild preservative properties.
Overall, Butylene Glycol is a safe and well-rounded ingredient that works well with other ingredients.
Adenosine 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 AdenosineSorbitan Isostearate is an emulsifer and cleaning agent. It is created from isostearic acid and sorbitol.
As an emulsifier, Sorbitan Isostearate prevents oils and water from separating.
Due to its isostearic acid base, it may not be safe for Malassezia or fungal acne.
Learn more about Sorbitan Isostearate1,2-Hexanediol is a synthetic liquid and another multi-functional powerhouse.
It is a:
- Humectant, drawing moisture into the skin
- Emollient, helping to soften skin
- Solvent, dispersing and stabilizing formulas
- Preservative booster, enhancing the antimicrobial activity of other preservatives
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.
Learn more about Disodium EDTASodium 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 HyaluronateIngredient Ratings
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Mary & May Tranexamic Acid + Glutathione Eye Cream 38 ingredients
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Mary & May Tranexamic Acid + Glutathione Eye Cream 38 ingredients
thicker, smooth occlusive, not enough if you're dry, can calm down reactions to a certain degree, get milia by using it everyday, only use if needed
Mary & May Tranexamic Acid + Glutathione Eye Cream supposed to be good for dark circles around eyes. The product itself has a strong fragrance, which may or may not be good when used over many weeks
