skyn ICELAND Dissolving Microneedle Eye Patches with Hyaluronic Acid and Peptides Versus skyn ICELAND Hydro Cool Firming Eye Gels

skyn ICELAND Dissolving Microneedle Eye Patches with Hyaluronic Acid and Peptides Versus skyn ICELAND Hydro Cool Firming Eye Gels

This hydrating eye mask is formulated around Sodium Hyaluronate and Acetyl Hexapeptide-8 to hydrate skin and soften the look of wrinkles.

This anti-aging eye mask is formulated around Ginkgo Biloba Leaf Extract and Acetyl Hexapeptide-8 to soften the look of wrinkles and calm redness.

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Sodium Hyaluronate

Cellulose Gum

Glycerin

Trehalose

Propanediol

Angelica Archangelica Root Water

Carnosine

Madecassoside

Heptapeptide-7

Undaria Pinnatifida Extract

Acmella Oleracea Extract

Acetyl Hexapeptide-8

Perfluorodecalin

Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil

Corallina Officinalis Extract

Caprylyl Glycol

Glycosphingolipids

Xanthan Gum

Ethylhexylglycerin

Lecithin

Citric Acid

Sucrose Palmitate

Sodium Benzoate

Potassium Sorbate

Sodium Hyaluronate, Cellulose Gum, Glycerin, Trehalose, Propanediol, Angelica Archangelica Root Water, Carnosine, Madecassoside, Heptapeptide-7, Undaria Pinnatifida Extract, Acmella Oleracea Extract, Acetyl Hexapeptide-8, Perfluorodecalin, Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil, Corallina Officinalis Extract, Caprylyl Glycol, Glycosphingolipids, Xanthan Gum, Ethylhexylglycerin, Lecithin, Citric Acid, Sucrose Palmitate, Sodium Benzoate, Potassium Sorbate

Water

Polyacrylic Acid

Olea Europaea Fruit Oil

Sodium Hydroxide

Ginkgo Biloba Leaf Extract

Hydrolyzed Extensin

Agar

Ubiquinone

Thymus Vulgaris Flower/Leaf Extract

Buddleja Davidii Extract

Rubus Chamaemorus Seed Oil

Oxycoccus Palustris Seed Oil

Aluminum Glycinate

Polysorbate 60

Ceramide NP

1,2-Hexanediol

Water, Polyacrylic Acid, Glycerin, Olea Europaea Fruit Oil, Angelica Archangelica Root Water, Sodium Hydroxide, Ginkgo Biloba Leaf Extract, Acetyl Hexapeptide-8, Hydrolyzed Extensin, Agar, Caprylyl Glycol, Perfluorodecalin, Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil, Xanthan Gum, Ubiquinone, Thymus Vulgaris Flower/Leaf Extract, Buddleja Davidii Extract, Rubus Chamaemorus Seed Oil, Oxycoccus Palustris Seed Oil, Aluminum Glycinate, Polysorbate 60, Ceramide NP, 1,2-Hexanediol, Sucrose Palmitate, Potassium Sorbate, Sodium Benzoate

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Ingredients Explained

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Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.

Acetyl Hexapeptide-8 (also known as Argireline) is a synthetic hexapeptide that is often called a "topical Botox alternative".

It works by mimicking how Botox relaxes muscles; it interferes with the signaling process that tells your facial muscles to contract. This can help soften expression lines like forehead wrinkles or crow's feet over time.

The comparison to Botox does have limits because the molecule is water-loving and relatively large.

Acetyl Hexapeptide-8 has a hard time absorbing deeply enough through the skin's outer barrier to actually reach the muscles.

So whether it truly works the way Botox does at a biological level is still up for debate, but early clinical outcomes are fairly encouraging.

A 12 week human study of a multi-ingredient regimen containing this ingredient saw:

While some studies have observed improvements in wrinkle appearance, it is important to note that more consistent results are seen in multi-ingredient formulations (vs just Acetyl Hexapeptide-8 alone).

Some research studies also used higher concentrations (up to 10%) while this ingredient is usually found in concentrations up to 0.005% in leave-on formulations.

We don't have a description for Angelica Archangelica Root Water yet.

Caprylyl Glycol is a humectant, skin conditioner, emollient, and preservative booster derived from either caprylic acid or synthetically created.

Typical use levels vary from 0.3-1% as a preservative booster and go up to 2% to condition skin.

Because it is not a free-fatty acid, this ingredient is fungal acne safe (there's nothing for Malassezia to feed on).

Glycerin (or glycerol) is a compound naturally found in your skin. It's a powerhouse humectant that pulls water into the stratum corneum.

Topically, glycerin does several things at once:

Your skin makes glycerin on its own (mostly from sebaceous oil breakdown) and shuttles it to your outermost layer of skin, or your epidermis, via aquaporin-3.

Aquaporin-3 is a transporter that is essential for normal skin hydration, elasticity, and repair. Interestingly, mice lacking in AQP3 have dry and less elastic skin that can be fully corrected with glycerin.

This ingredient is non-irritating, plays well with almost every ingredient, and works across all skin types. Typical use is anywhere between 3-10% but can go up to 79% in some leave-on products.

Just know very high concentrations (>40%) can feel tacky in low humidity.

Glycerin is the name for this ingredient in American English. British English uses Glycerol/Glycerine.

We don't have a description for Perfluorodecalin yet.

Potassium Sorbate is a preservative used to prevent yeast and mold in products. It is commonly found in both cosmetic and food products.

This ingredient comes from potassium salt derived from sorbic acid. Sorbic acid is a natural antibiotic and effective against fungus.

Both potassium sorbate and sorbic acid can be found in baked goods, cheeses, dried meats, dried fruit, ice cream, pickles, wine, yogurt, and more.

You'll often find this ingredient used with other preservatives.

Jojoba oil is one of the most well-studied plant-derived ingredients in cosmetics. It is an emollient with a special structure.

Because it is made up of 97-98% wax esters, it closely mirrors the linear monoesters found in human sebum. This makes it skin compatible, non-greasy, and lightweight.

Unlike other plant oils, jojoba wax doesn't easily penetrate skin. It mostly works in the uppermost layers as an emollient. This just means it forms a light barrier on the skin to help retain moisture.

Formulations with jojoba esters up to 90% reduced transepidermal water loss (TEWL) and increased barrier recovery by 81% (outperforming bisabolol at 47%).

Besides barrier support, the science also suggests jojoba to have anti-inflammatory effects and potential applications for skin infections, aging, and wound healing.

Fun fact: Indigenous cultures have used jojoba as a moisturizer and to help treat burns for centuries.

Fungal acne: The Malassezia yeast is known to metabolize fatty acids in the C11-24 range and jojoba's dominant fatty acid components fall into this range. This ingredient may not be fungal acne safe.

Sodium Benzoate is a preservative. It's used in both cosmetic and food products to inhibit the growth of mold and bacteria. It is typically produced synthetically.

Both the US FDA and EU Health Committee have approved the use of sodium benzoate. In the US, levels of 0.1% (of the total product) are allowed.

Sodium benzoate works as a preservative by inhibiting the growth of bacteria inside of cells. It prevents the cell from fermenting a type of sugar using an enzyme called phosphofructokinase.

It is the salt of benzoic acid. Foods containing sodium benzoate include soda, salad dressings, condiments, fruit juices, wines, and snack foods.

Studies for using ascorbic acid and sodium benzoate in cosmetics are lacking, especially in skincare routines with multiple steps.

We always recommend speaking with a professional, such as a dermatologist, if you have any concerns.

We don't have a description for Sucrose Palmitate yet.

Xanthan gum is used as a stabilizer and thickener within cosmetic products. It helps give products a sticky, thick feeling - preventing them from being too runny.

On the technical side of things, xanthan gum is a polysaccharide - a combination consisting of multiple sugar molecules bonded together.

Xanthan gum is a pretty common and great ingredient. It is a natural, non-toxic, non-irritating ingredient that is also commonly used in food products.

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