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Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Olehenriksen Banana Bright Eye Crème versus Murad Vita-C Eyes Dark Circle Corrector .

Last updated on July 18, 2023. Published on May 09, 2023

Overview

What they are

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

Cool Features

They both contain exfoliants 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, parabens or sulfates

What's Inside

They both contain silicones

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Eye Moisturizer Danish Brand Denmark
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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Starts at $0.50
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Starts at $59.99

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 (3)
Vitamin E
Exfoliators

Benefits

Hydrating (6)
Redness Reducing (3)
Skin Texture (3)
Anti-Aging (5)
Dark Spots (3)
Scar Healing (3)
Brightening (4)

Concerns

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

Notable Ingredients

Vitamin C (2)
Exfoliators
Niacinamide
Hyaluronic Acid

Benefits

Hydrating (5)
Good For Oily Skin
Redness Reducing (4)
Reduces Irritation
Skin Texture (3)
Reduces Large Pores
Anti-Aging (2)
Dark Spots (3)
Scar Healing
Acne Fighting
Brightening (3)

Concerns

May Worsen Oily Skin
Rosacea (2)
Eczema (3)
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Ingredients Compared

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Ingredients Explained

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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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Olehenriksen Banana Bright Eye Crème contains this as ingredient number 1.

Murad Vita-C Eyes Dark Circle Corrector contains this as ingredient number 1.

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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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Olehenriksen Banana Bright Eye Crème contains this as ingredient number 8.

Murad Vita-C Eyes Dark Circle Corrector contains this as ingredient number 2.

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What it does: Antioxidant, Buffering, Masking, Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Loved

Ascorbic Acid is is pure Vitamin C. This form makes up the largest amount of vitamin C found naturally in our skin.

Not only is vitamin C great for your overall health and immune system, it also has plenty of benefits on your skin.

Vitamin C is best used for brightening skin. It improves dark spots, acne scars, and hyperpigmentation. This is because it blocks the process of skin darkening when exposed to UV.

Remember: Vitamin C should not replace sunscreen!

Your skin uses vitamin C to build collagen. Collagen is one key component in having a strong skin barrier and plump skin. Vitamin C also plays a role in regulating collagen, thus making it effective in improving wrinkles and fine lines.

Ascorbic acid shows potent antioxidant activity. As an antioxidant, it helps fight free-radicals. Free-radicals are molecules that may damage your skin cells. These antioxidants also protect skin against UV damage.

The best formulations include Vitamin E and/or ferulic acid. These two ingredients help stabilize and provide a boost in the benefits of ascorbic acid. This is because ascorbic acid becomes unstable when exposed to UV and air. In fact, you can tell your ascorbic acid has oxidized when it turns an orange-yellow color.

Ascorbic acid is generally compatible with other ingredients. However, using ascorbic acid with other active ingredients might cause irritation. Two ingredients: copper ions and benzoyl peroxide, will inactivate ascorbic acid completely.

Read more about other types of Vitamin C:

Foods rich with vitamin C include oranges, strawberries, broccoli, bell peppers, and more. When consuming Vitamin C, your skin receives a portion of the nutrients.

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Olehenriksen Banana Bright Eye Crème contains this as ingredient number 16.

Murad Vita-C Eyes Dark Circle Corrector contains this as ingredient number 7.

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What it does:
Community Rating: Loved

Glutathione is an antioxidant naturally found in our bodies. It is made up of three amino acids: glycine, cysteine, and glutamic acid.

As an antioxidant, it prevents oxidative damage to parts of our cell.

While glutathione is said to help with skin lightening, the results from research are inconclusive. Further studies are needed.

However, gluthatione has been shown to protect our skin from UV-B induced damage.

This ingredient is naturally occurring in plants, animals, fungi, and some bacteria.

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Olehenriksen Banana Bright Eye Crème contains this as ingredient number 19.

Murad Vita-C Eyes Dark Circle Corrector contains this as ingredient number 14.

5
What it does: Humectant, Skin Conditioning

We don't have a description for Glucosyl Hesperidin.

Olehenriksen Banana Bright Eye Crème contains this as ingredient number 22.

Murad Vita-C Eyes Dark Circle Corrector contains this as ingredient number 16.

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What it does: Emollient, Humectant, Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Liked

Caprylyl Glycol is a humectant and emollient, meaning it attracts and preserves moisture.

It is a common ingredient in many products, especially those designed to hydrate skin. The primary benefits are retaining moisture, skin softening, and promoting a healthy skin barrier.

Though Caprylyl Glycol is an alcohol derived from fatty acids, it is not the kind that can dry out skin.

This ingredient is also used as a preservative to extend the life of products. It has slight antimicrobial properties.

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Olehenriksen Banana Bright Eye Crème contains this as ingredient number 30.

Murad Vita-C Eyes Dark Circle Corrector contains this as ingredient number 43.

We don't have a description for Hdi/Trimethylol Hexyllactone Crosspolymer.

Olehenriksen Banana Bright Eye Crème contains this as ingredient number 37.

Murad Vita-C Eyes Dark Circle Corrector contains this as ingredient number 19.

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What it does:
Community Rating: Disliked

Polyisobutene is a synthetic polymer made from isobutene.

It is a film-forming agent and helps bind ingredients together.

Polyisobutene is not absorbed by the skin.

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Olehenriksen Banana Bright Eye Crème contains this as ingredient number 43.

Murad Vita-C Eyes Dark Circle Corrector contains this as ingredient number 27.

9
What it does: Humectant, Masking, Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Loved

Sorbitol is a sugar alcohol. It is a hydrating and moisturizing agent created from the reduction process of glucose.

Most sorbitol is usually made from potato starch. It is also found in fruits such as apples and pears.

As a humectant, Sorbitol helps draw water to the skin. This helps keep the skin hydrated. Sorbitol also helps create a thicker texture in products. You might find sorbitol in your toothpaste and other gels.

It is a non-irritating ingredient that is great for those with dry skin.

Sorbitol is a prebiotic. It helps promote the growth of healthy bacteria on your skin. The bacteria on your skin form a microbiome. This microbiome helps protect your skin from infection and harmful bacteria.

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Olehenriksen Banana Bright Eye Crème contains this as ingredient number 51.

Murad Vita-C Eyes Dark Circle Corrector contains this as ingredient number 23.

10
What it does: Abrasive, Absorbent
Community Rating: Disliked

Silica is a mineral naturally found in our skin. It helps to thicken and smooth the texture of a product. It also acts as an agent for other ingredients by increasing the absorption of other ingredients into the skin.

Silica is often used for absorption and can help reduce shine when products are applied. Silica occurs in naturally in materials like clay and sandstone, and it can also be produced synthetically.

Silica is present naturally within the skin during collagen production and when reducing inflammation.

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Olehenriksen Banana Bright Eye Crème contains this as ingredient number 52.

Murad Vita-C Eyes Dark Circle Corrector contains this as ingredient number 28.

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What it does: Emulsifying, Emulsion Stabilising, Gel Forming, Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Disliked

Xanthan gum is used as a stabilizer and thickener within cosmetic products. It helps give products a sticky, thick feeling - preventing them from being too runny.

On the technical side of things, xanthan gum is a polysaccharide - a combination consisting of multiple sugar molecules bonded together.

Xanthan gum is a pretty common and great ingredient. It is a natural, non-toxic, non-irritating ingredient that is also commonly used in food products.

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Olehenriksen Banana Bright Eye Crème contains this as ingredient number 55.

Murad Vita-C Eyes Dark Circle Corrector contains this as ingredient number 38.

12
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.

Olehenriksen Banana Bright Eye Crème contains this as ingredient number 56.

Murad Vita-C Eyes Dark Circle Corrector contains this as ingredient number 44.

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What it does: Cosmetic Colorant
Community Rating: Very Disliked

Mica refers to a group of silicate minerals. Mica crystals are easily split to give products a shimmer. These crystals are able to reflect light to temporarily give your skin a glowy look.

Mica is found to be safe. Trace amounts of heavy metals may be found in mica, but these metals are not harmful in our personal products.

Mica has been used since prehistoric times throughout the world. Ancient Egyptian, Indian, Greek, Roman, Aztec, and Chinese civilizations have used mica.

Mica can be naturally found throughout the world. However, some sources of mica may be controversial. In 2016, mica mined in the Jharkhand state in India was found to be using child labor. However, companies are able to source ethical mica affiliated with international organizations that monitor the mica supply chain.

Learn more about Mica

Olehenriksen Banana Bright Eye Crème contains this as ingredient number 58.

Murad Vita-C Eyes Dark Circle Corrector contains this as ingredient number 20.

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What it does: Cosmetic Colorant
Community Rating: Disliked

Ci 77891 is a white pigment from Titanium dioxide. It is naturally found in minerals such as rutile and ilmenite.

It's main function is to add a white color to cosmetics. It can also be mixed with other colors to create different shades.

Ci 77891 is commonly found in sunscreens due to its ability to block UV rays.

Learn more about CI 77891

Olehenriksen Banana Bright Eye Crème contains this as ingredient number 59.

Murad Vita-C Eyes Dark Circle Corrector contains this as ingredient number 5.

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What it does: Cosmetic Colorant
Community Rating: Mixed

Ci 77491 is also hydrated iron III oxide. It's sole purpose is to give a red/pink hue to products.

Iron III oxides are classified as inorganic chemicals for coloring.

Synthetically created Ci 77491 is considered safer than those naturally found. This is because the synthetically created version may contain less impurities. Iron oxides are generally non-toxic and non-allergenic.

Learn more about CI 77491

Olehenriksen Banana Bright Eye Crème contains this as ingredient number 60.

Murad Vita-C Eyes Dark Circle Corrector contains this as ingredient number 47.

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22% are loved or liked
13% have mixed ratings
40% are disliked or very disliked
25% have no rating yet
38% are loved or liked
11% have mixed ratings
26% are disliked or very disliked
26% have no rating yet

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Olehenriksen Banana Bright Eye Crème 60 ingredients

4.2 /5
from 5 ratings
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EleynaPaige_123

11 months ago · Dry Skin
Review

instant brighten of the under eyes, been using it for years, feels great on the skin, not thick spreads like butterrrr

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Vespers

10 months ago · Sensitive Skin
Review

The only thing that helps reduce darkness under my eyes. Actually better than any other eye product or concealer for the under eye circles. Even...

The only thing that helps reduce darkness under my eyes. Actually better than any other eye product or concealer for the under eye circles. Even better than the new Ole Henriksen products such as the Banana sticks and so on.

Murad Vita-C Eyes Dark Circle Corrector 47 ingredients

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