Topicals Faded Under Eye Masks Versus Florence by Mills Swimming Under The Eyes Gel Pads
Updated on June 25, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both cruelty-free and reef safe eye masks. They have a total of 7 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain niacinamide
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, parabens or sulfates
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Ingredient Info
Topicals Faded Under Eye Masks 24 ingredients
Florence by Mills Swimming Under The Eyes Gel Pads 35 ingredients
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Topicals Faded Under Eye Masks 24 ingredients
Florence by Mills Swimming Under The Eyes Gel Pads 35 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
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Key Ingredients
Benefits
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningGlycerin
Humectant
Dipropylene Glycol
MaskingPolyacrylic Acid
Emulsion StabilisingAgar
MaskingNiacinamide
Smoothing
Sodium Polyacrylate
AbsorbentTranexamic Acid
Astringent
Kojic Acid
Antioxidant
Arbutin
Antioxidant
Alpha-Arbutin
Antioxidant
Caffeine
Skin ConditioningDipotassium Glycyrrhizate
Humectant
Glutathione
Adenosine
Skin Conditioning
Hydroxyacetophenone
Antioxidant
Caprylyl Glycol
EmollientCellulose Gum
Emulsion StabilisingXanthan Gum
EmulsifyingDisodium EDTA
Tartaric Acid
Buffering
Aluminum Glycinate
AstringentCetyl Ethylhexanoate
EmollientCaprylyl/Capryl Glucoside
CleansingWater, Glycerin, Dipropylene Glycol, Polyacrylic Acid, Agar, Niacinamide, Sodium Polyacrylate, Tranexamic Acid, Kojic Acid, Arbutin, Alpha-Arbutin, Caffeine, Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate, Glutathione, Adenosine, Hydroxyacetophenone, Caprylyl Glycol, Cellulose Gum, Xanthan Gum, Disodium EDTA, Tartaric Acid, Aluminum Glycinate, Cetyl Ethylhexanoate, Caprylyl/Capryl Glucoside
Water
Skin ConditioningGlycerin
Humectant
Niacinamide
Smoothing
Carrageenan
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Arginine
Masking
Dextrin
AbsorbentAllantoin
Skin Conditioning
Cocos Nucifera Fruit Extract
EmollientDipotassium Glycyrrhizate
Humectant
Sucrose
HumectantPinus Sylvestris Leaf Extract
TonicCeratonia Siliqua Gum
EmollientPropanediol
SolventCyclodextrin
AbsorbentCyamopsis Tetragonoloba Gum
Emulsion StabilisingRicinus Communis Seed Oil
Masking
Hydroxyacetophenone
Antioxidant
Pentylene Glycol
Skin ConditioningPolyglyceryl-10 Laurate
Skin Conditioning
Hexylene Glycol
EmulsifyingCalcium Chloride
AstringentCellulose Gum
Emulsion Stabilising1,2-Hexanediol
Skin ConditioningPolymethylsilsesquioxane
Silica
Abrasive
Polyglyceryl-10 Oleate
Skin Conditioning
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningChlorphenesin
Antimicrobial
Disodium EDTA
Synthetic Fluorphlogopite
CI 77491
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77007
Cosmetic ColorantWater, Glycerin, Niacinamide, Carrageenan, Butylene Glycol, Sodium Hyaluronate, Arginine, Dextrin, Allantoin, Cocos Nucifera Fruit Extract, Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate, Sucrose, Pinus Sylvestris Leaf Extract, Ceratonia Siliqua Gum, Propanediol, Cyclodextrin, Cyamopsis Tetragonoloba Gum, Ricinus Communis Seed Oil, Hydroxyacetophenone, Pentylene Glycol, Polyglyceryl-10 Laurate, Hexylene Glycol, Calcium Chloride, Cellulose Gum, 1,2-Hexanediol, Polymethylsilsesquioxane, Silica, Polyglyceryl-10 Oleate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Chlorphenesin, Disodium EDTA, Synthetic Fluorphlogopite, CI 77491, CI 77891, CI 77007
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 NiacinamideDipotassium Glycyrrhizate comes from licorice root.
Extracts of licorice have demonstrated to have antibacterial, anti‐inflammatory, antiviral, antioxidant properties.
One component, glabridin, has extra potent antioxidant and soothing properties. It has also been found to block pigmentation from UVB rays in guinea pigs.
Licorice Root also contains a flavonoid. Flavonoids are a natural substance from in plants. Flavonoids also have antioxidant properties.
Another component, glycyrrhizin, has been found to have anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial benefits. This may make licorice root extract effective at treating acne. However, more research is needed to support this.
Liquiritin is one of the flavone compounds found in licorice. It has been found to help lighten skin by preventing tyrosinase from reacting with tyrosine. When the two react, protein is converted to melanin. Melanin is the substance in your body that gives your features pigmentation.
Licorice root is native to Southern Europe and Asia. It has been used in traditional Chinese medicine to help with respiratory issues.
Learn more about Dipotassium GlycyrrhizateHydroxyacetophenone is antioxidant with skin conditioning and soothing properties. It also boosts the efficiency of preservatives.
This ingredient is not irritating or sensitizing.
Cellulose Gum is a water-soluble polymer that comes from cellulose. It is used to change the texture of a product and to help stabilize emulsions.
As an emulsifier, cellulose gum specifically thicken the texture of water-based products.
This ingredient is considered hypoallergenic and non-toxic. Cellulose Gum can be found in cosmetics, food, and other household goods such as paper products.
Learn more about Cellulose GumDisodium 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 EDTAIngredient Ratings
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Topicals Faded Under Eye Masks 24 ingredients
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Topicals Faded Under Eye Masks 24 ingredients
I found these to be more beneficial than the reusable silicone eye patches that I already own mainly because the best selling point of this product is that they STAY on even while I'm sleeping. Although the package says to wear them for 15 min I kept them on overnight for roughly 7-8 hours once a week. I also paired them with the HaruHaru Black Rice Bakuchiol Eye Cream and I felt it helped to Show more
