For a product that put "retinol" in it name, one would expect retinol should be one of the main ingredients. But in fact retinol is one of the last few ingredients. There is no way of knowing the exact concentration of retinol used in this product. Based on the sequencing it won't be highly concentrated.
Retinol is the primary naturally occurring form of vitamin A. Vitamin A is a cell-communicating factor that maintains the normal function of skin cells. It enhances dry or damaged skin by reducing flaking and restoring suppleness. Vitamin A is also potent antioxidant that prevents aging. How potent the effect will be depends on the concentration.
One effective anti-aging ingredient is copper gluconate. It has been shown to increase superoxide dismutase (SOD) levels in humans which gurad against free radical damage. Copper may also help collagen synthesis and elastin.
This eye cream is quite moisturizing, containing shea butter and soybean oil. Soybean oil is derived from wild soybeans. It is natural moisturizing factor. It forms a protective film on skin to prevent water loss. Meanwhile soybean oil has potent antioxidant properties.
Interestingly there are milk proteins present in this eye cream. Lactoferrin is a protein found in milk and other fluids secreted by the body, such as saliva and tears. It acts as cellular growth factor, antioxidant as it carries iron without generating free radicals. It also has anti-microbial and anti-inflammatory properties. But whether it would cause a problem for lactose-intolerant users is unknown.
It would be better if they didn't put fragrance in.
Safety alert: Cautious
review based on scientific information of the product ingredients.
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