Skin Nutrition Botanicals Age Defy Dark Circle And Puffiness Serum Versus Olay Regenerist Micro-Sculpting Eye Swirl
Updated on July 11, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both eye moisturizers. They have a total of 11 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain niacinamide, peptides, SPF and Vitamin E
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, fragrances, parabens or sulfates
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Ingredient Info
Skin Nutrition Botanicals Age Defy Dark Circle And Puffiness Serum 31 ingredients
Olay Regenerist Micro-Sculpting Eye Swirl 21 ingredients
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Skin Nutrition Botanicals Age Defy Dark Circle And Puffiness Serum 31 ingredients
Olay Regenerist Micro-Sculpting Eye Swirl 21 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
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Key Ingredients
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningGlycerin
Humectant
Niacinamide
Smoothing
Glucose
HumectantCamellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
Antimicrobial
Ascorbyl Glucoside
Antioxidant
Palmitoyl Oligopeptide
Cleansing
Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7
Skin Conditioning
Acetyl Glucosamine
Skin ConditioningPanthenol
Skin Conditioning
Saccharomyces/Xylinum/Black Tea Ferment
Skin Conditioning
Xanthan Gum
EmulsifyingYeast Extract
Skin Conditioning
Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate
Humectant
Lithothamnion Calcareum Powder
Abrasive
Mica
Cosmetic Colorant
Thioctic Acid
Antioxidant
Retinyl Palmitate
Skin Conditioning
Ascorbic Acid
Antioxidant
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Beta-Carotene
Skin ConditioningHydroxyethylcellulose
Emulsion StabilisingPEG-14m
Emulsion StabilisingCarbomer
Emulsion StabilisingPolysorbate 20
Emulsifying
Sodium Borate
BufferingButylene Glycol
Humectant
Titanium Dioxide
Cosmetic Colorant
Disodium EDTA
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Methylisothiazolinone
Preservative
Water, Glycerin, Niacinamide, Glucose, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Ascorbyl Glucoside, Palmitoyl Oligopeptide, Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7, Acetyl Glucosamine, Panthenol, Saccharomyces/Xylinum/Black Tea Ferment, Xanthan Gum, Yeast Extract, Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate, Lithothamnion Calcareum Powder, Mica, Thioctic Acid, Retinyl Palmitate, Ascorbic Acid, Tocopheryl Acetate, Beta-Carotene, Hydroxyethylcellulose, PEG-14m, Carbomer, Polysorbate 20, Sodium Borate, Butylene Glycol, Titanium Dioxide, Disodium EDTA, Phenoxyethanol, Methylisothiazolinone
Water
Skin ConditioningCyclopentasiloxane
Emollient
Glycerin
Humectant
Niacinamide
Smoothing
Pentylene Glycol
Skin ConditioningAcetyl Glucosamine
Skin ConditioningTitanium Dioxide
Cosmetic Colorant
Dimethicone Crosspolymer
Emulsion StabilisingPanthenol
Skin Conditioning
Collagen
Moisturising
Palmitoyl Pentapeptide-4
Skin Conditioning
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Sodium PEG-7 Olive Oil Carboxylate
Emulsifying
Peucedanum Graveolens Extract
TonicSodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Allantoin
Skin Conditioning
Carbomer
Emulsion StabilisingTriethanolamine
BufferingPhenoxyethanol
Preservative
Disodium EDTA
Mica
Cosmetic Colorant
Water, Cyclopentasiloxane, Glycerin, Niacinamide, Pentylene Glycol, Acetyl Glucosamine, Titanium Dioxide, Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Panthenol, Collagen, Palmitoyl Pentapeptide-4, Tocopheryl Acetate, Sodium PEG-7 Olive Oil Carboxylate, Peucedanum Graveolens Extract, Sodium Hyaluronate, Allantoin, Carbomer, Triethanolamine, Phenoxyethanol, Disodium EDTA, Mica
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 GlycerinNiacinamide 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 NiacinamideAcetyl Glucosamine is an antioxidant and humectant. It is an amino acid sugar and is naturally found in our skin.
The cool thing about this ingredient? It helps the skin produce hyaluronic acid and boost hydration. It also has antioxidant benefits to protect skin cells.
When paired with niacinamide, Acetyl Glucosamine has been shown to be effective at reducing discoloration.
Learn more about Acetyl GlucosaminePanthenol is a common ingredient that helps hydrate and soothe the skin. It is found naturally in our skin and hair.
There are two forms of panthenol: D and L.
D-panthenol is also known as dexpanthenol. Most cosmetics use dexpanthenol or a mixture of D and L-panthenol.
Panthenol is famous due to its ability to go deeper into the skin's layers. Using this ingredient has numerous pros (and no cons):
Like hyaluronic acid, panthenol is a humectant. Humectants are able to bind and hold large amounts of water to keep skin hydrated.
This ingredient works well for wound healing. It works by increasing tissue in the wound and helps close open wounds.
Once oxidized, panthenol converts to pantothenic acid. Panthothenic acid is found in all living cells.
This ingredient is also referred to as pro-vitamin B5.
Learn more about PanthenolMica 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 MicaTocopheryl 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 AcetateCarbomer is a polymer of acrylic acid. Its main role is to create a gel consistency.
A high amount of carbomer can cause pilling or balling up of products. Don't worry, most products contain 1% or less of carbomer.
Titanium dioxide is known for its UVA and UVB protection properties. It is non-comedogenic and non-irritating. Titanium Dioxide is a physical sunscreen. Physical sunscreens reflect light and prevent it from reaching your skin.
Protecting your skin against UV radiation can prevent the signs of aging. Sun damage is associated with fine-lines, wrinkles, loss of firmness, and hyperpigmentation. Titanium dioxide can help prevent premature aging.
With modern production, nano-scale or fine-grade titanium dioxide can be easily produced for cosmetics. In sunscreen, titanium dioxide absorbs UV light. Our skin is not able to absorb Titanium dioxide, even nanoparticles.
Titanium itself is the 9th most common element in the Earth's crust. Titanium dioxide is formed when oxygen is introduced and can be found in ores, dust, sand, and soil.
Pure titanium dioxide is a white powder that is used in many products to add or change color.
Learn more about Titanium DioxideDisodium 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 EDTAPhenoxyethanol is a preservative that has germicide, antimicrobial, and aromatic properties. Studies show that phenoxyethanol can prevent 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.
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