Comparison between The Inkey List Caffeine Eye Cream vs. The Inkey List Supersolutions 20% Niacinamide Serum

Find out which product is better for your skin.

32 Ingredients 15

1
Water
1
Water
2
Glycerin
2
Niacinamide
3
Dicaprylyl Carbonate
3
Butylene Glycol
4
Propanediol
4
Squalane
5
Polyglyceryl-6 Distearate
5
Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer
6
Cetyl Alcohol
6
Glycerin
7
Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer
7
Phenoxyethanol
8
Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Esters
8
Benzyl Alcohol
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Uniqueness24 out of 32
75.0%
Uniqueness7 out of 15
46.7%

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
10 out of 32
31%
chemical
17 out of 32
53%
natural
3 out of 15
20%
chemical
11 out of 15
73%

Concerns

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Components by Skin Type

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Dry skin
Positive: 5Negative: 0
Glycerin#2Caffeine#12Phospholipids#14Glycine Soja (Soybean) Seed Extract#18Butylene Glycol#23
Oily skin
Positive: 0Negative: 0
Sensitive skin
Positive: 0Negative: 0
Dry skin
Positive: 2Negative: 0
Butylene Glycol#3Glycerin#6
Oily skin
Positive: 0Negative: 0
Sensitive skin
Positive: 0Negative: 0

Detailed view

The Inkey List Caffeine Eye Cream vs. The Inkey List Supersolutions 20% Niacinamide Serum
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

#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.

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#2Niacinamide

Origin: chemical
Role: Skin conditioning agent, Hair conditioning, Smoothing
Antioxidants
Acne fighting
Pore Shrinking
Soothing
Anti-aging
Lightening
Elasticity improvement
EWG Rating [ 1 ]

Niacinamide is a form of Vitamin B3 and it’s a superman in cosmetics. This ingredient is researched very well. It has a lot of positive reviews from scientists and experts. It's very important for healthy skin. The lack of this vitamin can cause dryness, itching, and sun sensitivity. The component removes small wrinkles and fine lines, heals wounds, and prevents the forming of cancer cells. It also makes the skin tone even by removing dark spots. It increases ceramide synthesis which increases the overall health of your skin. It fights acne and lowers pores.

Researches say that 4-5% of Niacinamide is the most effective concentration for skincare use.

Position 3

#3Dicaprylyl Carbonate

Origin: natural
Role: Skin conditioning agent, Emollient
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
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#3Butylene Glycol

Origin: chemical
Role: Skin conditioning agent, Fragrance ingredient, Humectant, Masking, Solvent, Viscosity controlling agent
Moisturizing
Softening
Hair protection
Comedogenic rating [ 1 ]
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ A ]
Good for dry skin
Good for dry skin

Butylene Glycol is a very popular synthetic alcohol. It helps the product to absorb deeper and faster. It is also a solvent for other ingredients. As for the skin benefits, it helps to attract water and helps to make the skin softer.

Unlike many other “Glycols”, it is not harmful and that's why it is used in many products. It was approved by US FDA and US EPA for usage.

Position 4

#4Propanediol

Origin: chemical
Role: Solvent, Viscosity controlling agent
Moisturizing
Hair conditioning
EWG Rating [ 2 ]

Propanediol is a good solvent, emollient and humectant. It helps to moisturize the skin and prevent moisture loss. In haircare products, it conditions hair and improves absorption of the product.

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#4Squalane

Origin: natural
Role: Skin conditioning agent, Emollient, Hair conditioning
Softening
Comedogenic rating [ 1 ]
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ A ]

Squalane is a more stable equivalent of Squalene. It is a very important component of our skin. It’s a major part of natural sebum that forms a protection barrier on the skin's surface. If the barrier isn’t strong enough, your skin will become more sensitive. Squalane helps to keep skin hydrated, protects it from the negative impact of the environment, lowers irritation, stimulates regeneration, and removes dryness. It is accepted by our skin very well and will not cause allergic reactions.

Position 5

#5Polyglyceryl-6 Distearate

Origin: chemical
Role: Emollient, Emulsifying agent, Surfactant
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ B ]
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#5Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer

Origin: chemical
Role: Emulsion stabilizer, Viscosity controlling agent
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
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