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Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Medik8 Crystal Retinal Ceramide Eye 6 versus Kate Somerville KateCeuticals Lifting Eye Cream .
Last updated on December 13, 2023. Published on February 29, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both cruelty-free and reef safe . They have a total of 12 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain ceramides, hyaluronic acid and Vitamin E
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, sensitive skin, scar healing, dark spots and better texture
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, parabens or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain oils
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Serum
Serums are highly concentrated with ingredients to provide skin with benefits. They should be used after cleansing and before moisturizing.
Eye Moisturizer
Eye moisturizers help add moisture back into the skin around the eyes; these can be creams, gels, or serums.
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Ingredient Info
Medik8 Crystal Retinal Ceramide Eye 6 47 ingredients
Kate Somerville KateCeuticals Lifting Eye Cream 49 ingredients
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Contains Silicon
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Contains Fragrance
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Sulfate Free
This product is free of sulfates 🎉
Paraben Free
This product is free of parabens 🎉
Contains Oils
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Not Malassezia Safe
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Reef Safe
This product is free of ingredients that damage reefs 🎉
EU Allergen Free
This product is free of EU allergens 🎉
Vegan
This product is vegan 🎉
Cruelty Free
This product is cruelty-free 🎉
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Silicon Free
This product is free of silicons 🎉
Fragrance Free
This product is free of fragrances 🎉
Sulfate Free
This product is free of sulfates 🎉
Paraben Free
This product is free of parabens 🎉
Contains Oils
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Not Malassezia Safe
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Reef Safe
This product is free of ingredients that damage reefs 🎉
EU Allergen Free
This product is free of EU allergens 🎉
Non Vegan
This product is not vegan 😥
Cruelty Free
This product is cruelty-free 🎉
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Medik8 Crystal Retinal Ceramide Eye 6 47 ingredients
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Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.
Medik8 Crystal Retinal Ceramide Eye 6 47 ingredients
Kate Somerville KateCeuticals Lifting Eye Cream 49 ingredients
Water • Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride • Butyrospermum Parkii Butter • Propanediol • Arachidyl Alcohol • Cetearyl Isononanoate • Glycerin • Isododecane • Squalane • Ethylhexyl Palmitate • Behenyl Alcohol • Cetearyl Alcohol • Glyceryl Stearate • Microcrystalline Cellulose • Ppg-12/Smdi Copolymer • Tocopheryl Acetate • Cyclodextrin • Phytosterols • Phenoxyethanol • Arachidyl Glucoside • Dimethicone • Sodium Acrylates Copolymer • Tocopherol • Linoleic Acid • Pandanus Conoideus Fruit Oil • Ceramide NP • Bisabolol • Hydroxyacetophenone • Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate • Cellulose • Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil • Lecithin • Sodium Hyaluronate • Retinal • Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate • Lonicera Japonica Flower Extract • Daucus Carota Sativa Seed Oil • Lonicera Caprifolium Flower Extract • Sodium Polyaspartate • Xanthan Gum • Disodium EDTA • Rubus Chamaemorus Seed Oil • Ethylhexylglycerin • BHT • Pentylene Glycol • Sodium Hydroxide • Trihydroxystearin
Water • Glycerin • Propanediol • Coco-Caprylate/Caprate • Cocoglycerides • Butyrospermum Parkii Butter • Stearyl Heptanoate • Pentaerythrityl Distearate • Squalane • Triheptanoin • Potassium Cetyl Phosphate • Stearyl Alcohol • Stearyl Caprylate • 1,2-Hexanediol • Glyceryl Stearate Citrate • Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate • Palmitoyl Tripeptide-5 • Palmitoyl Hexapeptide-12 • Morus Alba Leaf Extract • Undaria Pinnatifida Extract • Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid • Adenosine • Ceramide Ng • Phytosterols • Faex • Withania Somnifera Root Extract • Soy Amino Acids • Hordeum Vulgare Extract • Hydrolyzed Soy Protein • Cucumis Sativus Seed Extract • Corallina Officinalis Extract • Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil • Dipeptide Diaminobutyroyl Benzylamide Diacetate • C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate • Carthamus Tinctorius Seed Oil • Dilinoleic Acid/Butanediol Copolymer • Castor Oil/Ipdi Copolymer • Peg-10 Phytosterol • Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Vp Copolymer • Tocopheryl Acetate • Behenyl Alcohol • Tribehenin • Potassium Sorbate • Sodium Benzoate • Lactic Acid • Citric Acid • Disodium EDTA • Ethylhexylglycerin • Phenoxyethanol
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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.
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!
Learn more about WaterMedik8 Crystal Retinal Ceramide Eye 6 contains this as ingredient number 1.
Kate Somerville KateCeuticals Lifting Eye Cream contains this as ingredient number 1.
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.
Learn more about Butyrospermum Parkii ButterMedik8 Crystal Retinal Ceramide Eye 6 contains this as ingredient number 3.
Kate Somerville KateCeuticals Lifting Eye Cream contains this as ingredient number 6.
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.
Learn more about PropanediolMedik8 Crystal Retinal Ceramide Eye 6 contains this as ingredient number 4.
Kate Somerville KateCeuticals Lifting Eye Cream contains this as ingredient number 3.
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.
Learn more about GlycerinMedik8 Crystal Retinal Ceramide Eye 6 contains this as ingredient number 7.
Kate Somerville KateCeuticals Lifting Eye Cream contains this as ingredient number 2.
Squalane is an emollient that helps the skin hold onto moisture. It's an oily liquid that occurs naturally in certain types of fish and plant oils.
Because squalane boosts hydration in the skin, it also comes with plenty of benefits: it is an antioxidant and can help fight free radicals and skin damage. Squalane is also found to have a detoxifying effect when applied.
Squalane comes from squalene, which occurs naturally within the sebum of our skin. It is one of the oils our skin produces to keep itself hydrated. Squalane is the hydrogenated version of squalene and has a longer shelf life.
Research shows that squalane is non-irritating (even at 100% concentration).
In general, it's a fantastic ingredient. It does a great job at hydrating the skin, and it's suitable for those with sensitive skin.
The source of squalane may impact malassezia / fungal acne. This is because olive oil derived squalane can contain impurities such as fatty acids and plant waxes. Sugarcane derived squalane is recommended for anyone with malassezia concerns.
Is squalane vegan? This depends on the source. Squalane can be derived from both plants and animals. Most squalane used in skincare comes from plants.
Please note: the source of squalane is only known if disclosed by the brand. We recommend reaching out to the brand if you have any questions about their squalane.
Read more about squalene with an "e".
Learn more about SqualaneMedik8 Crystal Retinal Ceramide Eye 6 contains this as ingredient number 9.
Kate Somerville KateCeuticals Lifting Eye Cream contains this as ingredient number 9.
A type of fatty alcohol. Fatty Alcohols are most often used as an emollient or to thicken a product. They are usually derived from natural fats and oils and therefore do not have the same drying or irritating effect as traditional alcohols.
Emollients help keep your skin soft and hydrated by creating a film that traps moisture in.
Behenyl Alcohol is usually derived from the fats in vegetable oils.
In 2000, Behenyl Alcohol was approved by the US as medicine to reduce the duration of cold sores.
Learn more about Behenyl AlcoholMedik8 Crystal Retinal Ceramide Eye 6 contains this as ingredient number 11.
Kate Somerville KateCeuticals Lifting Eye Cream contains this as ingredient number 41.
Tocopheryl Acetate is AKA Vitamin E. It is an antioxidant and protects your skin from free radicals. Free radicals damage the skin by breaking down collagen.
One study found using Tocopheryl Acetate with Vitamin C decreased the number of sunburned cells.
Tocopheryl Acetate is commonly found in both skincare and dietary supplements.
Learn more about Tocopheryl AcetateMedik8 Crystal Retinal Ceramide Eye 6 contains this as ingredient number 16.
Kate Somerville KateCeuticals Lifting Eye Cream contains this as ingredient number 40.
We don't have a description for Phytosterols.
Medik8 Crystal Retinal Ceramide Eye 6 contains this as ingredient number 18.
Kate Somerville KateCeuticals Lifting Eye Cream contains this as ingredient number 24.
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.
Medik8 Crystal Retinal Ceramide Eye 6 contains this as ingredient number 19.
Kate Somerville KateCeuticals Lifting Eye Cream contains this as ingredient number 49.
Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil is the oil derived from the seeds of a Sunflower. Sunflower seed oil is non-fragrant. It is an emollient, meaning it helps to soften the skin.
Sunflower seed oil contains many fatty acids. The fatty acids found in sunflower seeds include (from highest amount to least): linoleic acid, myristic acid, palmitic acid, stearic acid, arachidic acid, oleic acid, and linolenic acid.
These fatty acids help the skin create ceramides. Ceramides play a role in repairing the skin barrier.
Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil helps moisturize the skin. This in turn helps the skin look more rejuvenated and smoother.
Sunflowers are rich in vitamin E.
Historians believe Indigenous cultures of North America domesticated sunflowers before corn. Thus they relied on sunflower oil for a variety of uses. One such use is moisturizing skin and hair.
Sunflower seed oil may not be fungal acne safe. We recommend speaking with a professional if you have any concerns.
Learn more about Helianthus Annuus Seed OilMedik8 Crystal Retinal Ceramide Eye 6 contains this as ingredient number 31.
Kate Somerville KateCeuticals Lifting Eye Cream contains this as ingredient number 32.
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 EDTAMedik8 Crystal Retinal Ceramide Eye 6 contains this as ingredient number 41.
Kate Somerville KateCeuticals Lifting Eye Cream contains this as ingredient number 47.
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.
Medik8 Crystal Retinal Ceramide Eye 6 contains this as ingredient number 43.
Kate Somerville KateCeuticals Lifting Eye Cream contains this as ingredient number 48.
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