Mary Kay anti-wrinkle eye cream

TimeWise Age-Fighting Eye Cream Mary Kay

You'll love the lightweight anti-aging eye wrinkle cream, preventing the manifestation of signs of skin aging TimeWise (Age-Fighting Eye Cream) in the collection of Timewise skin care products from Mary Kay. A gentle cream created by the Magu Kau company specifically for the care of the skin of the eyelids and successfully fights wrinkles around the eyes.

Thanks to the content of healing shea butter, cream against wrinkles around the eyes cares for the skin, moisturizes and promotes its renewal, fights free radicals and weakens the harmful effects of ultraviolet rays, smoothes and restores the delicate skin around the eyes, reduces the number of fine and deep wrinkles.

This cream is white, odorless, dermatologically tested, ophthalmologist approved and suitable for people who wear contact lenses. Anti-wrinkle eye cream suitable for sensitive skin and sensitive eyes.

Feedback from women after clinical studies showed that in 90% of them, after 8 weeks of regular use of the cream, the skin around the eyes began to look younger, and wrinkles became less noticeable.

Key ingredients of Timewise Anti-Aging Eye Wrinkle Cream:

Timewise® Anti-Aging Eye Cream contains ingredients that provide both immediate and long-term benefits that help reduce the appearance of signs of aging in the eye area.

• shea butter (karite) - contains oleic (40-45%) and other saturated fatty acids, is characterized by a high content of unsaponifiable fats (tocopherols, triterpenes, steroids, etc.), which determines the antioxidant and regenerating activity of the oil, its sunscreen properties, restores and stabilizes the stratum corneum of the skin, prevents the evaporation of moisture from its surface;

• collagen-stimulating peptides - promote the natural production of collagen and elastin and strengthen the skin;

• light-scattering particles - visually make the skin lighter and hide wrinkles;

• natural, vegetable-derived ingredients that bind moisture to the skin, increasing hydration levels and leaving skin feeling soft, smooth and refreshed.

Natural ingredients provide conditioning properties, prevent a decrease in the level of skin moisture, nourish and moisturize, making it more soft and elastic.

In a clinical study conducted by an independent laboratory, after eight weeks of regular use of Timewise® anti-aging eye cream, 9 out of 10 women noted that the skin around the eyes began to look younger, and wrinkles became less noticeable.

At what age is it recommended to use an anti-wrinkle cream around the eyes that prevents the signs of skin aging?

Usually from the age of 25, but in some cases earlier - it depends on the condition of the skin. If the skin around the eyes is not very elastic and is prone to the early formation of wrinkles, then you should not deny it the necessary hydration and protection - wrinkles, as we know, are easier to prevent than to treat.

If you are using the Anti-Wrinkle Eye Cream to combat the signs of aging and want to reap the benefits of the Firming Eye Cream, you can combine the two and apply the Anti-Wrinkle Cream in the morning and the second cream in the evening.

From the book: Because there is very little subcutaneous fat and muscle around the eyes, it is in this area that wrinkles, crow's feet and other signs of aging first appear. Timewise Eye Wrinkle Cream, which prevents the signs of aging, rejuvenates and restores the delicate skin around the eyes, smoothing it and reducing the number of fine and deep wrinkles.
Micellar water, cleanser and makeup remover, night and day face cream, moisturizing mask and eye wrinkle cream are the standard set of skin care products for the average woman.
Usually, cosmetics are selected based on the individual characteristics of the skin, and if all of the above is easy to select by trial and error, then it is very difficult to find a good eye cream.

The skin around the eyes contains fewer sebaceous glands, collagen and elastin than other areas of the face. During the natural aging process, the subcutaneous fat layer becomes thinner, and the skin under the eyes looks even thinner and more vulnerable. The special properties of this area determine the need for more careful care.

TimeWise® Anti-Aging Eye Cream

TimeWise Age Fighting Eye Cream

As always, let's look at the advertising promises first Mary Kay:

The skin around the eyes contains fewer sebaceous glands, collagen and elastin than other areas of the face. During the natural aging process, the subcutaneous fat layer becomes thinner, and the skin under the eyes looks even thinner and more vulnerable. The special properties of this area determine the need for more careful care.
TimeWise® Anti-Aging Eye Cream contains light-diffusing particles that visibly brighten the skin under the eyes. Peptides promote natural collagen production and strengthen the skin.
In a clinical study conducted by an independent laboratory, after eight weeks of regular use, 9 out of 10 women noted that the skin around their eyes began to look younger and wrinkles became less noticeable.

Chemical composition:

1. Butylene Glycol - retains moisture in the surface layers of the skin, is an emulsifier and surfactant, and promotes deeper penetration of other active ingredients of cosmetics.
2. BETAINE is an amino acid that has moisturizing and anti-inflammatory properties. Gives the skin smoothness and silkiness.
3. Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea Butter) - shea butter, or shea butter. One of the best cosmetic ingredients, rich in antioxidants and fatty acids. Softens and moisturizes the skin, restores the natural moisturizing factor on the skin surface.
4. Glycerin (skin-identical ingredient) is also considered one of the best cosmetic ingredients. It consists of natural lipids of plant or animal origin, obtained by hydrolysis of fatty acids and subsequent fermentation of their sugars. May also be of synthetic origin. It is considered a component identical to skin cells and a restorative ingredient. There is still debate about whether glycerin can “pull” moisture from the skin in dry indoor air. If you are using 100% pure glycerin, then yes, it is not very “friendly” to the skin and can actually dry it out. Therefore, glycerin and other similar moisturizers must be combined with other skin-softening ingredients (dimethicone, petrolatum, antioxidants, fatty acids, lecithin). Studies have confirmed that in this combination, glycerin perfectly restores damaged skin, reduces dermatitis, and restores skin barrier functions.
5. C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate - belongs to a large group of mixtures of fats and oils. Mainly used as an emulsion thickener and as a skin softening agent. Good for the skin.
6. HYDROGENATED POLYDECENE - synthetic polymer, emollient, improves skin condition. Refers to "good" ingredients.
7. Polyethylene is a synthetic component that regulates the consistency of the product and increases viscosity.
8. Ethylene/Acrylic Acid Copolymer is a synthetic polymer used as a film former, emulsifier and thickener in cosmetics. A prerequisite for its safe use in cosmetics is a high degree of purification from impurities. If this condition is not met, it may cause skin irritation. It is recommended to use it only in those products that should not penetrate deeply into the skin.
9. Cetyl Esters is a synthetic wax used as an emulsifier and emulsion thickener. "Good" ingredient.
10. Behenyl alcohol is an oily derivative of vegetable oil alcohols, in particular vegetable oils. Does not dry out the skin and has an anti-inflammatory effect. Used in children's cosmetics. Mainly used as an emulsion thickener.
11. Cetearyl Glucoside is a mixture of fatty alcohol and glucose, an emulsion thickener.
12. Dimethicone is a chemically inert silicone chemical. Gives the skin softness and velvety, ensures the cream glides over the skin and makes it easier to apply, prevents irritation and redness of the skin, creates a light film on the surface of the skin that does not interfere with skin breathing. Used in plastic surgery for the manufacture of implants. Despite the fact that it creates a film on the skin, it is non-comedogenic (does not clog pores).
13. Palmitoyl Pentapeptide-4 - another name for this ingredient is matrixyl. This combination of fatty acids with amino acids improves connections between cells. Refers to one of the best cosmetic ingredients.
14. Phytosteryl/octyldodecyl lauroyl glutamate - refers to synthetic oils that soften the skin (emollients).
15. Glyceryl Polyacrylate, Dipalmitoyl Hydroxyproline, Cetearyl Alcohol, Ceteareth-20, Hydroxypropyl Cyclodextrin, Triethanolamine, Carbomer, Polysorbate-20, Disodium EDTA, Phenoxyethanol, Chlorphenesin, Iodopropynyl Butylcarbamate

Conclusion:

Moisturizing cream for all skin types - not only for the skin around the eyes.

Pros: moisturizes the skin well, contains Shea Butter - restores the skin barrier, amino acid betaine creates a smooth skin surface; contains a valuable peptide - Palmitoyl Pentapeptide-4 (matrixyl) , which improves the interaction of skin cells with each other.

Cons - film-forming ingredient Ethylene/Acrylic Acid Copolymer may cause skin irritation; it is especially dangerous that this product is used very close to the mucous membrane of the eyes. A Butylene Glycol enhances its penetration into the skin.

Of course, this cream for the skin around the eyes will smooth out fine wrinkles and even out the surface of the skin - due to silicones, emollients and film formers. But somehow I doubt that it can be used to actively prevent skin aging.

I have already written an article about Volu-Firm™ Timewise Repair Eye Renewal Cream-Volu-Firm, please read it.

TimeWise® TimeWise Targeted-Action Eye Revitalizer

This is what is written about this product on the website Mary Kay company:

This convenient package contains an exclusive blend of ingredients specifically selected to target multiple causes of dark circles and puffy eyes. After just two weeks, 7 in 10 women* said dark circles and puffy eyes were less noticeable. It's also clinically tested to be allergy- and irritation-free, suitable for sensitive skin, fragrance-free and non-comedogenic.

Main Ingredients

1. Lemon zest is an antioxidant that helps reduce the appearance of dark circles. It also helps protect the skin and helps maintain the natural supportive barrier, reducing irritation caused by environmental elements.
2. Cucumber extract soothes the skin.
3. Oat grain extract soothes the skin, reduces irritation caused by certain environmental elements.
4. Gotu kola Conditions and tones the skin, helps protect it and helps maintain the natural supportive barrier. It also improves microcirculation, helping to remove excess fluid from the area under the eyes.

Bottle with roller applicator 10 ml.

Chemical composition:

1. HDI/Trimethylol hexyllactone crosspolymer - refers to powder-spheres of synthetic origin. It is used to create an optical effect of skin smoothness; it perfectly camouflages small wrinkles. This explains the instant “effect” of smoothing out wrinkles that advertising promises us. Does not have any effect on the quality of the skin.
2. Butylene Glycol, Dimethicone - see above.
3. Propylene Glycol is a petroleum product obtained by hydration of propylene oxide. It has all the properties of glycols and is a universal humectant. Its other names are Propane-1,2-diol and dipropylene glycol. Widely used in cosmetics as a humectant, skin conditioner, solvent and oil carrier, increases the viscosity of the cosmetic product. It is also widely used in the food industry as an additive. It is part of toothpaste, deodorants, lipsticks, hair care products, tobacco products, and is used in industry as antifreeze. In the body it decomposes to lactic acid. Approved by CIR and FDA as a non-toxic ingredient in cosmetics. However, the Cosmetics Database found increased mutagenic activity of propylene glycol in in vitro experiments, but did not confirm concerns that the use of propylene glycol could cause cancerous degeneration of cells (1981). And the National Library of Medicine recognized propylene glycol as a skin irritant, but noted that skin irritation was found only in patients with allergic dermatitis, eczema, and at concentrations greater than 2% in the drug. Propylene glycol enhances the ability of other cosmetic ingredients to penetrate into the deeper layers of the skin; unfortunately, this ability is also relevant in relation to toxins. Propylene glycol should not be applied to damaged skin. Despite all the hype, it is considered a safe ingredient in cosmetics and food products. Toxicity occurs only in high doses; for example, if you drink brake fluid, kidney and liver damage is guaranteed.
4. Glycerin is a humectant, see above.
5. Dipeptide-2 - consists of the amino acids valine and tryptophan. It is also a common ingredient in eye care products, as it is believed to improve lymph flow and reduce the appearance of dark circles and puffiness under the eyes. Many cosmetic companies talk about its “proven effect on bags under the eyes,” but there is not a single scientific publication on this topic with clinical studies. Amino acids can really improve the condition of the skin, since their chemical structure has an affinity for the natural moisturizing factor.
6. Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7 has the commercial name Matrixyl 3000. It is one of the best cosmetic ingredients. A synthetic peptide increases the density of mature skin and has an anti-inflammatory effect as it suppresses the activity of interleukins, which are responsible for the development of inflammation on the skin. Refers to ingredients that improve connections between cells. Like all peptides, it regulates the “communication” of skin cells with each other, and is capable of transmitting signals from one skin cell to another, ensuring its vital functions.
7. Magnolia Biondii Flower Extract - magnolia flower extract, an auxiliary ingredient in cosmetics, improves skin condition.
8. Citrus Grandis (Grapefruit) Peel Extract - grapefruit peel extract. Contains coumarins, which are responsible for the appearance of phototoxic reactions during solar irradiation, that is, they can cause the appearance of unwanted pigmentation. Irritating to skin. Refers to "bad" ingredients.
9. Humulus Lupulus (Hops) Extract - hop extract, antioxidant, inhibits the growth of pathogenic bacteria, contains phytoestrogens. The effect on the skin has not been confirmed by scientific research.
10. Cucumis Sativus (Cucumber) Fruit Extract is a cucumber extract that is very often used in cosmetic products to care for the skin around the eyes, especially for puffy eyes. Contains antioxidants, vitamin C and caffeic acid, microelements. Contains lutein, which suppresses melanin synthesis and lightens age spots.
11. Hesperidin Methyl Chalcone is a bioflavonoid from citrus fruits that is often included in products for dark circles under the eyes. There are research results confirming the effectiveness of this extract for strengthening the vascular wall of veins and capillaries, but when taken orally. There is no data on the effectiveness of this ingredient when applied to the skin. Rich in antioxidants, one of the “good” ingredients.
12. Centella Asiatica (Hydrocotyl) Extract - extract of Asian centella (gotu kola). It has antibacterial and wound-healing properties. Used to treat psoriasis and acne.
13. Ascorbyl Glucos > a compound of ascorbic acid with glucose. Works as an antioxidant.
14. Avena Sativa (Oak) Kernel Extract is an oat extract, one of the best cosmetic ingredients. Reduces skin irritation and has anti-inflammatory properties. Contains gluten.
15. Hibiscus Sabdariffa Flower Extract - hibiscus flower extract. According to Natural Medicine's Comprehensive Database, hibiscus flowers, cells, seeds and leaves contain high concentrations of vitamin C, anthocyanidins and polyphenols, meaning they are rich in water-soluble antioxidants. In addition, hibiscus seeds contain vitamin E, which means they are rich in fat-soluble antioxidants. Hibiscus sabdariffa And Hibiscus rosa sinensis have anti-inflammatory properties and suppress melanin synthesis in response to sun damage to the skin. But, unfortunately, all types of hibiscus are fragrant plants, act as a natural fragrance and can cause irritation to sensitive skin. Therefore, it cannot be included in the TOP of the best cosmetic ingredients.
16. Citrus Medica Limonum (Lemon) Fruit Extract - Lemon extract is not a good ingredient as it is a potential skin irritant. Of course, it is an antiseptic and inhibits the growth of certain microorganisms and could be used to correct oily skin. But, being a skin irritant, it can reduce skin immunity. Used as a fragrance.
17. Citrus Tangerina Extract, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Peel Extract, Corylus Avellana Bud Extract, Morrus Alba Bark Extract, Artemisia Abrotanum Flower/Leaf/Steam Extract, Chlorella Vulgaris Extract, Anetholea Anisata Leaf Extract, Tasmannia Lanceolata Leaf Extract, Hydrolysed Soy Protein, Glyceryl Polyacrylate, Silica, Polyacrylamide, C13-14 Isoparaffin, Menthyl Lactate, Polysorbate-20, Laureth-7, PEG-4 Lautete, Steareth-20, Sodium Citrate, Alcohol Denat, Disodium EDTA, Phenoxyethanol, Diazolidinyl Urea, Methylparaben, Iodopropynyl Butylcarbamate, Ethylparaben, Propylparaben, Chlorphenesin

Conclusion:

Again very controversial serum composition, making it difficult to adequately assess it. On the one hand, it’s simply a storehouse of antioxidants and skin-healthy ingredients.

On the other hand, the high concentration of various citrus extracts makes this serum a potential skin irritant.

Moreover, the first external effect when applied to the skin will be very good - serum will quickly improve microcirculation, really reduce visibility dark circles under the eyes and will create the effect of smooth skin. True, all these effects will last as long as the serum is on the skin - but this is also good.

P.S. Even though both eye care products In general, they are responsible for their promises, I cannot rate them higher. The skin around the eyes is usually thinner than the skin of other areas of the face; blood vessels and mucous membrane are located closer here.

These structural features of the skin around the eyes should force cosmetics manufacturers to be even more careful about the composition of their products. But Mary Kay company Apparently he doesn’t think so. It's a shame, because all of these tools had great potential.

How do essential oils work:

Juniper - promotes tissue regeneration.
Lavender - improves blood microcirculation
Cypress - prevents skin aging

But you can’t overdo it with them, no more than 1-2 drops, otherwise it will burn.