Comparison between SkinMedica TNS Eye Repair vs. Obagi Elastiderm Eye Cream

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42 Ingredients 41

1
Water
1
Water
2
Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate
2
Ethylhexyl Palmitate
3
Olea Europaea (Olive) Fruit Unsaponifiables
3
C13-15 Alkane
4
Tocopheryl Acetate
4
Glycerin
5
Cetyl Ethylhexanoate
5
Glyceryl Stearate SE
6
Arachidyl Alcohol
6
Cyclopentasiloxane
7
Glycerin
7
C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate
8
Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil
8
PEG-100 Stearate
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Uniqueness37 out of 42
88.1%
Uniqueness36 out of 41
87.8%

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
14 out of 42
33%
chemical
20 out of 42
48%
natural
8 out of 41
20%
chemical
27 out of 41
66%

Concerns

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Components by Skin Type

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Dry skin
Positive: 8Negative: 0
Glycerin#7Tocopherol#23Retinyl Palmitate (Vitamin A Palmitate)#27Allantoin#28Panthenol#29Sodium Hyaluronate#30Phospholipids#32Butylene Glycol#33
Oily skin
Positive: 1Negative: 0
Allantoin#28
Sensitive skin
Positive: 1Negative: 0
Allantoin#28
Dry skin
Positive: 3Negative: 0
Glycerin#4Propylene Glycol#10Stearyl Alcohol#12
Oily skin
Positive: 0Negative: 2
Ethylhexyl Palmitate#2Glyceryl Stearate SE#5
Sensitive skin
Positive: 1Negative: 0
Titanium Dioxide#39

Detailed view

SkinMedica TNS Eye Repair vs. Obagi Elastiderm Eye Cream
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

#2Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate

Origin: chemical
Role: Skin conditioning agent
Antioxidants
UV Protection
Anti-aging
Lightening
Protection
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
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#2Ethylhexyl Palmitate

Origin: chemical
Role: Emollient, Fragrance ingredient
Softening
Hair conditioning
Malassezia unsafe
Comedogenic rating [ 4 ]
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ B ]
Bad for oily skin
Bad for oily skin
Position 3

#3Olea Europaea (Olive) Fruit Unsaponifiables

Origin: No information
Role: Binding, Emollient, Emulsion stabilizer, Hair conditioning
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
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#3C13-15 Alkane

Origin: chemical
Role: Solvent
EWG Rating [ 3 ]
Position 4

#4Tocopheryl Acetate

Origin: chemical
Role: Skin conditioning agent
Antioxidants
Softening
Nutrifying
EWG Rating [ 2 ]
CIR Rating [ A ]

Tocopheryl Acetate is a form of Vitamine E. It’s used as an alternative to Tocopherol because it is more stable in the formulation. It has all the positive effects of Tocopherol plus better stability. It’s a brilliant component. It conditions and nourishes the skin helping it to resist aging. It also helps to protect the skin from the sun. High concentrations of Tocopheryl Acetate can lead to irritation and allergic reactions.

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#4Glycerin

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 5

#5Cetyl Ethylhexanoate

Origin: chemical
Role: Emollient
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ B ]
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#5Glyceryl Stearate SE

Origin: chemical
Role: Emulsifying agent, Surfactant
Moisturizing
Softening
Comedogenic rating [ 3 ]
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ A ]
Bad for oily skin
Bad for oily skin

Glyceryl Stearate SE is a nice moisturizing ingredient. It hydrates the upper layers of the skin and fills small wrinkles. In haircare products, it's used for making hair softer.

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