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Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of SkinCeuticals A.G.E. Eye Complex versus SkinMedica TNS® Advanced+ Serum .

Last updated on February 16, 2024. Published on March 18, 2022

Overview

Cool Features

They both contain peptides and Vitamin E

Suited For

They're both likely to be good for dry skin and brightening skin

Free From

They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, oils or sulfates

What's Inside

They both contain silicones

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Eye Moisturizer American Brand United States
Serum 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.

Serum

Serums are highly concentrated with ingredients to provide skin with benefits. They should be used after cleansing and before moisturizing.

Price

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Starts at $105.00
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Starts at $189.25

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

Mineral UV Filter
Vitamin C
Vitamin E
Exfoliators (2)
Peptides (3)

Benefits

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

Concerns

May Worsen Oily Skin (2)
Irritating
Rosacea
Eczema (3)

Notable Ingredients

Vitamin E
Peptides (2)

Benefits

Hydrating
Brightening (2)
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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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SkinCeuticals A.G.E. Eye Complex contains this as ingredient number 1.

SkinMedica TNS® Advanced+ Serum 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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SkinCeuticals A.G.E. Eye Complex contains this as ingredient number 2.

SkinMedica TNS® Advanced+ Serum contains this as ingredient number 6.

3
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.

SkinCeuticals A.G.E. Eye Complex contains this as ingredient number 18.

SkinMedica TNS® Advanced+ Serum contains this as ingredient number 34.

4
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.

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SkinCeuticals A.G.E. Eye Complex contains this as ingredient number 19.

SkinMedica TNS® Advanced+ Serum contains this as ingredient number 18.

5
What it does: Buffering, Masking
Community Rating: Mixed

Sodium Citrate is the sodium salts of citric acid. In skincare, it is used to alter pH levels and acts as a preservative.

Sodium Citrate helps maintain the pH of a product. Normal pH level of skin is slightly acidic (~4.75-5.5). The acidity of our skin is maintained by our glands and skin biome. Being slightly acidic allows our skin to create an "acid mantle". This acid mantle is a thin barrier that protects our skin from bacteria and contaminants.

Sodium Citrate is a chelating agent. It neutralizes metal ions from water and prevents them from binding to other ingredients. This ensures the other ingredients will not be altered.

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SkinCeuticals A.G.E. Eye Complex contains this as ingredient number 23.

SkinMedica TNS® Advanced+ Serum contains this as ingredient number 29.

Here's what our community thinks of the ingredients in these two products.

25% are loved or liked
10% have mixed ratings
43% are disliked or very disliked
23% have no rating yet
31% are loved or liked
14% have mixed ratings
29% are disliked or very disliked
26% have no rating yet

Usage

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Reviews

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SkinCeuticals A.G.E. Eye Complex 40 ingredients

4.0 /5
from 1 rating

SkinMedica TNS® Advanced+ Serum 35 ingredients

5.0 /5
from 1 rating
Srr1111's avatar

Srr1111

7 months ago · Dry Skin
Review

Keeps my skin youthful

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