Comparison between Medik8 Advanced Night Eye Cream vs. La Roche-Posay Hyalu B5 Anti-Wrinkle Care Repairing Replumping

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41 Ingredients 27

1
Water
1
Water
2
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
2
Glycerin
3
Dimethicone
3
Dimethicone
4
Stearic Acid
4
Hydrogenated Polyisobutene
5
Glycerin
5
Propylene Glycol
6
Cetearyl Alcohol
6
Hydroxypropyl Tetrahydropyrantriol
7
Nylon-12
7
Alcohol Denatured
8
Propylene Glycol
8
Propanediol
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Uniqueness33 out of 41
80.5%
Uniqueness19 out of 27
70.4%

Positive Effects

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ECO Metrics

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Vegan
No
No
Cruelty free
No
No
Reef friendly
Yes
Yes
Ozone layer safe
Yes
Yes
Organic score
natural
11 out of 41
27%
chemical
24 out of 41
59%
natural
5 out of 27
19%
chemical
20 out of 27
74%

Concerns

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Components by Skin Type

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Dry skin
Positive: 8Negative: 0
Glycerin#5Propylene Glycol#8Palmitic Acid#13Caffeine#14Sodium Hyaluronate#25Butylene Glycol#27Tocopherol#29Ascorbic Acid (Vitamin C)#40
Oily skin
Positive: 0Negative: 2
Stearic Acid#4Glyceryl Stearate SE#17
Sensitive skin
Positive: 0Negative: 0
Dry skin
Positive: 5Negative: 1
Glycerin#2Propylene Glycol#5Panthenol#9Tocopherol#15Sodium Hyaluronate#17Alcohol Denatured#7
Oily skin
Positive: 0Negative: 0
Sensitive skin
Positive: 0Negative: 0

Detailed view

Medik8 Advanced Night Eye Cream vs. La Roche-Posay Hyalu B5 Anti-Wrinkle Care Repairing Replumping
Position 1
Both products have the same component on this position.

#1Water

Origin: natural
Role: Solvent
EWG Rating [ 1 ]

Water is a great solvent. It’s neutral and doesn’t provide any strong positive or negative effects. It just helps components to mix better and to transport active components.

Position 2

#2Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride

Origin: natural
Role: Skin conditioning agent, Fragrance ingredient
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ A ]

Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride is an emollient that also hydrates the skin without leaving a fatty film. When applied, the component feels smooth and light. In haircare products, it’s also used for hydrating purposes. It makes hair silky, lowers tangling, and makes hair smooth.

It’s safe for most people, except for people with allergic reactions to coconut or palm oil because these oils are usually used for producing the component.

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#2Glycerin

Origin: natural
Role: Fragrance ingredient, Hair conditioning, Humectant, Solvent, Viscosity controlling agent
Moisturizing
Softening
Hair structure improvement
Hair gloss
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ A ]
Good for dry skin
Good for dry skin

Glycerin is one of the most outstanding and helpful skincare components. It's used in many skincare products because it works and provides notable results. It's one of the best moisturizers. Molecules of Glycerin can absorb water and deliver it into deep layers of the skin making it hydrated.

The component is researched very well. Many scientific researches confirm the safety and the efficiency of the component.

Position 3
Both products have the same component on this position.

#3Dimethicone

Origin: chemical
Role: Skin conditioning agent, Antifoaming agent, Emollient
Silicones
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ A ]

Dimethicone is the most popular silicone. It makes the skin softer and forms a film adding smooth and silky feeling. This film not only improves how the skin feels but also works as a protective barrier. It also improves the visual appearance of your skin by filling small wrinkles. What you should really know is that this component is difficult to wash off! So make sure you did proper cleansing after using it.

Position 4

#4Stearic Acid

Origin: natural
Role: Cleansing agent, Emulsifying agent, Emulsion stabilizer, Fragrance ingredient, Masking, Surfactant
Moisturizing
Softening
Malassezia unsafe
Comedogenic rating [ 3 ]
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ A ]
Bad for oily skin
Bad for oily skin

Stearic Acid doesn’t belong to aggressive acids. It’s a fatty acid that can be found in Shea Butter, Cocoa Butter, and many natural butters and oils. The component is mostly used for formulation purposes. It makes the product spread and feel better. It’s one of the most important fatty acids in our skin cells.

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#4Hydrogenated Polyisobutene

Origin: chemical
Role: Skin conditioning agent, Emollient, Viscosity controlling agent
Moisturizing
Comedogenic rating [ 1 ]
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ A ]
Position 5

#5Glycerin

Origin: natural
Role: Fragrance ingredient, Hair conditioning, Humectant, Solvent, Viscosity controlling agent
Moisturizing
Softening
Hair structure improvement
Hair gloss
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ A ]
Good for dry skin
Good for dry skin

Glycerin is one of the most outstanding and helpful skincare components. It's used in many skincare products because it works and provides notable results. It's one of the best moisturizers. Molecules of Glycerin can absorb water and deliver it into deep layers of the skin making it hydrated.

The component is researched very well. Many scientific researches confirm the safety and the efficiency of the component.

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#5Propylene Glycol

Origin: chemical
Role: Skin conditioning agent, Fragrance ingredient, Humectant, Solvent, Viscosity controlling agent
Moisturizing
EWG Rating [ 3 ]
CIR Rating [ B ]
Good for dry skin
Good for dry skin

Propylene Glycol is a useful componet with many positive effects. It’s a very good moisturizer. It helps to deliver ingredients into deeper layers of the skin. It creates a protective layer on the skin preventing water loss. The component is researched very well and doesn’t have notable side effects. It’s used even for making food.

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