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Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of No7 Early Defence Eye Cream versus Drunk Elephant C-Tango™ Multivitamin Eye Cream .

Last updated on July 18, 2023. Published on October 02, 2022

Overview

What they are

These products are both cruelty-free eye moisturizers. They have a total of 20 ingredients in common

Cool Features

They both contain peptides, Vitamin C and Vitamin E

Suited For

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

Free From

They both do not contain any common allergens or fragrances

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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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
reef-safe
eu-allergen-free
vegan
cruelty-free

At a glance

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Notable Ingredients

Retinoid
Vitamin C
Vitamin E (2)
Peptides (3)

Benefits

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

Concerns

Drying (2)
May Worsen Oily Skin (4)
Acne Trigger
Irritating (3)
Rosacea
Eczema (3)

Notable Ingredients

Mineral UV Filter
AHA
Vitamin C (5)
Vitamin E (2)
Ceramides (3)
Hyaluronic Acid
Peptides (8)

Benefits

Hydrating (8)
Redness Reducing (12)
Reduces Irritation (7)
Skin Texture (5)
Reduces Large Pores
Anti-Aging (11)
Dark Spots (6)
Scar Healing (4)
Acne Fighting
Brightening (9)

Concerns

May Worsen Oily Skin (3)
Acne Trigger (3)
Irritating
Rosacea
Eczema
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Ingredients Compared

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

WaterGlycerinDicaprylyl CarbonateCetearyl AlcoholCaprylic/Capric TriglycerideHydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate CopolymerSodium Ascorbyl PhosphateCetearyl OlivateSorbitan OlivateSclerocarya Birrea Seed OilPersea Gratissima OilPlukenetia Volubilis Seed OilMagnesium Ascorbyl PhosphateCeteareth-6 OlivateTetrahexyldecyl AscorbateAscorbyl GlucosideAscorbyl PalmitatePalmitoyl Tripeptide-1Glycine Soja SterolsLinoleic Acid PhospholipidsCeramide NPGlycine Soja ProteinCeramide APPhytosphingosineCholesterolCeramide EOPCucumis Sativus Fruit ExtractCamellia Sinensis Leaf ExtractPalmitoyl Dipeptide-5 Diaminobutyroyl HydroxythreoninePalmitoyl Dipeptide-5 DiaminohydroxybutyrateDipeptide Diaminobutyroyl Benzylamide DiacetateSodium Hyaluronate CrosspolymerC12-15 Alkyl BenzoatePanthenolDipotassium GlycyrrhizateHesperidin Methyl ChalconeDipeptide-2Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7Fragaria Ananassa Seed ExtractMedicago Sativa ExtractMorus Alba Leaf ExtractHydrolyzed Rice ProteinSpilanthes Acmella Flower ExtractAloe Barbadensis Leaf JuiceUbiquinoneSuperoxide DismutasePalmitoyl Tripeptide-38Acetyl Hexapeptide-8Pyrus Malus Fruit ExtractPhytic AcidActinidia Chinensis Fruit ExtractVaccinium Myrtillus Leaf ExtractTocopherolThioctic AcidN-HydroxysuccinimideChrysinMicaEthylhexyl PalmitatePhenoxyethanolPentylene GlycolSodium Lauroyl LactylateTitanium DioxideHydroxypropyl CyclodextrinSodium BenzoateXanthan GumCarbomerTocopheryl AcetateSodium Dextran SulfateSorbitan IsostearateCaprylyl GlycolSteareth-20Chlorhexidine DigluconateCitric AcidChlorphenesinPolysorbate 60Potassium SorbateEthylhexylglycerin

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!

Learn more about Water

No7 Early Defence Eye Cream contains this as ingredient number 1.

Drunk Elephant C-Tango™ Multivitamin Eye Cream contains this as ingredient number 1.

2
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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No7 Early Defence Eye Cream contains this as ingredient number 2.

Drunk Elephant C-Tango™ Multivitamin Eye Cream contains this as ingredient number 2.

3
What it does: Emollient, Emulsifying, Emulsion Stabilising
Community Rating: Very Disliked

Cetearyl 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 Alcohol

No7 Early Defence Eye Cream contains this as ingredient number 6.

Drunk Elephant C-Tango™ Multivitamin Eye Cream 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.

No7 Early Defence Eye Cream contains this as ingredient number 10.

Drunk Elephant C-Tango™ Multivitamin Eye Cream contains this as ingredient number 60.

5
What it does: Antioxidant, Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Liked

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 Acetate

No7 Early Defence Eye Cream contains this as ingredient number 16.

Drunk Elephant C-Tango™ Multivitamin Eye Cream contains this as ingredient number 68.

6
What it does: Antioxidant
Community Rating: Liked

Ascorbyl Glucoside is a stable form of Vitamin C. It is created by combining glucose from starch.

When applied to skin, Ascorbyl Glucoside turns into Ascorbic Acid.

Ascorbyl Glucoside is an antioxidant. Antioxidants help fight free-radicals, or molecules that may damage skin cells.

It can help to reduce redness, improve skin texture, reduce the effects of aging, reduce the visibility of dark spots, and brighten skin.

Read more about other types of Vitamin C:

Learn more about Ascorbyl Glucoside

No7 Early Defence Eye Cream contains this as ingredient number 18.

Drunk Elephant C-Tango™ Multivitamin Eye Cream contains this as ingredient number 16.

7
What it does: Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Loved

Hydrolyzed Rice Protein is protein extracted from rice. This ingredient is rich in antioxidants and peptides.

Studies show this ingredient may help with blocking the melanin creation process when skin is exposed to UV.

No7 Early Defence Eye Cream contains this as ingredient number 22.

Drunk Elephant C-Tango™ Multivitamin Eye Cream contains this as ingredient number 43.

8
What it does: Antioxidant

Hesperidin Methyl Chalcone is an antioxidant and is a type of silicone.

No7 Early Defence Eye Cream contains this as ingredient number 24.

Drunk Elephant C-Tango™ Multivitamin Eye Cream contains this as ingredient number 37.

9
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.

Learn more about Steareth-20

No7 Early Defence Eye Cream contains this as ingredient number 26.

Drunk Elephant C-Tango™ Multivitamin Eye Cream contains this as ingredient number 72.

10
What it does: Tonic
Community Rating: Loved

Medicago Sativa Extract is derived from Alfalfa. It contains antioxidants. Antioxidants help fight free-radicals. Free-radicals are molecules that may damage your skin cells, such as pollution.

Alfalfa is also known as lucerne in the UK, South Africa, and the oceania countries. Ancient Greece and Rome used this plant to feed livestock.

No7 Early Defence Eye Cream contains this as ingredient number 28.

Drunk Elephant C-Tango™ Multivitamin Eye Cream contains this as ingredient number 41.

11
What it does: Emulsion Stabilising, Gel Forming
Community Rating: Disliked

Carbomer is a polymer of acrylic acid. Its main role is to create gel consistency within products.

Carbomer is commonly found in many types of cosmetics products. It is found to be safe in concentrations up to 15%. However, a high amount of carbomer can cause pilling or balling up of products. Most products contain 1% of less of carbomer.

No7 Early Defence Eye Cream contains this as ingredient number 29.

Drunk Elephant C-Tango™ Multivitamin Eye Cream contains this as ingredient number 67.

12
What it does: Skin Conditioning

We don't have a description for Morus Alba Leaf Extract.

No7 Early Defence Eye Cream contains this as ingredient number 31.

Drunk Elephant C-Tango™ Multivitamin Eye Cream contains this as ingredient number 42.

13
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.

Learn more about Sodium Benzoate

No7 Early Defence Eye Cream contains this as ingredient number 32.

Drunk Elephant C-Tango™ Multivitamin Eye Cream contains this as ingredient number 65.

14
What it does: Antimicrobial, Preservative

Chlorhexidine Digluconate is a preservative.

No7 Early Defence Eye Cream contains this as ingredient number 33.

Drunk Elephant C-Tango™ Multivitamin Eye Cream contains this as ingredient number 73.

15
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

No7 Early Defence Eye Cream contains this as ingredient number 34.

Drunk Elephant C-Tango™ Multivitamin Eye Cream contains this as ingredient number 54.

16
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.

Learn more about Potassium Sorbate

No7 Early Defence Eye Cream contains this as ingredient number 35.

Drunk Elephant C-Tango™ Multivitamin Eye Cream contains this as ingredient number 77.

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What it does: Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Mixed

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.

No7 Early Defence Eye Cream contains this as ingredient number 36.

Drunk Elephant C-Tango™ Multivitamin Eye Cream contains this as ingredient number 78.

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What it does: Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Loved

Dipeptide-2 is a peptide.

No7 Early Defence Eye Cream contains this as ingredient number 37.

Drunk Elephant C-Tango™ Multivitamin Eye Cream contains this as ingredient number 38.

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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

No7 Early Defence Eye Cream contains this as ingredient number 38.

Drunk Elephant C-Tango™ Multivitamin Eye Cream contains this as ingredient number 39.

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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

No7 Early Defence Eye Cream contains this as ingredient number 39.

Drunk Elephant C-Tango™ Multivitamin Eye Cream contains this as ingredient number 18.

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28% are loved or liked
10% have mixed ratings
53% are disliked or very disliked
10% have no rating yet
50% are loved or liked
12% have mixed ratings
24% are disliked or very disliked
14% have no rating yet

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Lapaki

1 year ago · Dry Skin
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Far better than I expected
When I bought this eye moisturizer, I was only hoping for a slightly fresher, more awake look. I didn't expect my dark...

Far better than I expected
When I bought this eye moisturizer, I was only hoping for a slightly fresher, more awake look. I didn't expect my dark circles, which have been with me eversince, to becoome this much less visible and almost vanish. Love it! 🧡 It also doesn't irritate my otherwise sensitive skin around the eyes. I'm using it on a daily basis in my morning routine and am very happy with the results. PS I'm keeping it in the refrigerator for an extra cooling and depuffing effect.

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