Dermalogica Awaken Peptide Depuffing Eye Gel

Dermalogica Awaken Peptide Depuffing Eye Gel
5.1
/ 10
Moisturizing
10.0 Humectancy icon Humectancy
0.2 Occlusivity icon Occlusivity
Rich
in Antioxidants

Review

Results you may expect from using Dermalogica Awaken Peptide Depuffing Eye Gel:

Based on the ingredient analysis by CreamScan, these are the key benefits you can expect from using Dermalogica Awaken Peptide Depuffing Eye Gel:

  • Moderate moisturizing. It has a moisturizing rating of 5.1 out of 10.
  • Antioxidant protection.

How moisturizing is it?

Quite moisturizing: Dermalogica Awaken Peptide Depuffing Eye Gel has a moisturizing rating of 5.1 out of 10.

Is it more humectant or occlusive? Significantly more humectant. It has a low occlusivity of 0.2 out of 10 and a maximum humectancy of 10 out of 10, primarily due to the high content of Glycerin (est. ≈5.0%) and Butylene Glycol (est. ≈2.0%).

Please refer to the Ratings section below for details of the moisturizing rating calculation.

Anti-wrinkle efficacy

According to CreamScan analysis, Dermalogica Awaken Peptide Depuffing Eye Gel has a zero anti-wrinkle rating.

It contains Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7 and Caffeine, two ingredients marketed as effective in reducing wrinkles. However, the studies supporting the anti-wrinkle claims of these ingredients provide insufficient evidence of efficacy according to CreamScan Research Evaluation Standards. Therefore, these ingredients do not generate the anti-wrinkle rating.

Moisturizers, when used regularly, are proven to prevent wrinkle formation and even reduce existing wrinkles. Therefore, this product, like any other moisturizer, could deliver some anti-wrinkle effects through its moisturizing action.

Please refer to the Ratings section below for details of the anti-wrinkle rating calculation.

Antioxidant benefits

We estimate that Dermalogica Awaken Peptide Depuffing Eye Gel is rich (> 3%) in antioxidants, specifically Pyrus Malus (Apple) Fruit Extract (est. ≈1.5%), Caffeine (est. ≈0.3%), Rosmarinus Officinalis (Rosemary) Leaf Extract (est. ≈0.3%), and others.

A key benefit of antioxidants is their ability to reduce oxidative stress caused by free radicals and therefore prevent accelerated skin aging. Studies also show that antioxidants can protect against environmental damage such as UV radiation and pollution, and help reduce inflammation and skin redness.

Ingredients

Est. % Ingredient Origin Functions
70
Water
7.5
Polysilicone-11
5
Glycerin
3
Maltodextrin
2.5
Magnesium Aluminum Silicate
2
Butylene Glycol
1.5
Pyrus Malus (Apple) Fruit Extract
0.3
Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7
0.3
Caffeine
0.3
Rosmarinus Officinalis (Rosemary) Leaf Extract
0.3
Coleus Forskohlii Root Extract
0.3
Helichrysum Italicum Extract
0.3
Voandzeia Subterranea Seed Extract
0.3
Lactic Acid
0.3
Hydrolyzed Jojoba Esters
0.3
Pentylene Glycol
0.3
Hydroxyacetophenone
0.3
Diosmine
0.3
Polyglyceryl-10 Laurate
0.3
Caprylyl Glycol
0.3
Laureth-12
0.3
Chrysin
0.3
Xanthan Gum
0.3
Ethylhexylglycerin
0.3
Polyglyceryl-4 Caprate
0.3
Sorbitan Oleate
0.3
Tetrasodium Glutamate Diacetate
0.3
Barium Sulfate
0.3
Sodium Carbonate
0.3
Polysorbate 20
0.3
Sodium Hydroxide
0.3
Propanediol
0.3
Sodium Polyacryloyldimethyl Taurate
0.3
Succinic Acid
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Water
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Butylene Glycol
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Pyrus Malus (Apple) Fruit Extract
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Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7
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Caffeine
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Rosmarinus Officinalis (Rosemary) Leaf Extract
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Helichrysum Italicum Extract
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Hydrolyzed Jojoba Esters
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Hydroxyacetophenone
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Polyglyceryl-10 Laurate
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Laureth-12
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Xanthan Gum
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Ethylhexylglycerin
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Polyglyceryl-4 Caprate
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Sorbitan Oleate
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Tetrasodium Glutamate Diacetate
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Sodium Carbonate
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Polysorbate 20
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Propanediol
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Sodium Polyacryloyldimethyl Taurate
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Ratings

All humectants
10.3
5
2
1.5
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
Benchmark
10
All occlusives
0.3
0.3
Benchmark
20
Moisturizing rating
5.1
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Raiting
Humectancy All humectants 10.3 10
10.0
5
2
1.5
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
Occlusivity All occlusives 0.3 20
0.2
0.3
Moisturizing rating
5.1
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Humectancy
5
2
1.5
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
All humectants 10.3 10
10
All humectants
10.3
5
2
1.5
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
Benchmark
10
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Occlusivity
0.3
All occlusives 0.3 20
0.2
All occlusives
0.3
0.3
Benchmark
20
Ingredient
Ingredient anti-wrinkle power
when present at, %
in this formula est. %
Rating
n/a
- 0.3 -
n/a
- 0.3 -
Total
0
Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7
-
Ingredient anti-wrinkle power
n/a
when present at, %
-
in this formula, est. %
0.3
Caffeine
-
Ingredient anti-wrinkle power
n/a
when present at, %
-
in this formula, est. %
0.3
Anti-wrinkle rating
0
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark
Rich in Antioxidants
1.5
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
All antioxidants 3 3 Rich in antioxidants
All antioxidants
3
Pyrus Malus (Apple) Fruit Extract
1.5
Caffeine
0.3
Rosmarinus Officinalis (Rosemary) Leaf Extract
0.3
Coleus Forskohlii Root Extract
0.3
Hydroxyacetophenone
0.3
Diosmine
0.3
Benchmark
3
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark
Rich in Soothing
0.3
0.3
0.3
All soothing 0.9 5 No
All soothing
0.9
0.3
0.3
0.3
Benchmark
5

Ingredients explained

Water
Est. %70
Function
Origin
WaterThe most used ingredient in skincare. Its concentration defines the product texture: rich creams may have about 50% of water while a light jelly about 90%. Water doesn’t moisturize the skin by itself and is used in skincare as a solvent for other ingredients.
Polysilicone-11
Est. %7.5
Function
Origin
Polysilicone-11A synthetic rubber-like substance of the silicone family that has no color or distinct scent. These are large molecules that cannot penetrate the skin but instead create a thin silky film on the skin's surface.
Glycerin
Est. %5
Function
Origin
Glycerin

The most popular moisturizing ingredient in the world. It is a powerful humectant – cheap yet very effective.

Maltodextrin
Est. %3
Function
Origin
MaltodextrinA formula helper manufactured from starch. It has a sweet flavor and is often used in rinse-off products to support their foaming structure. Maltodextrin is also used to stabilize emulsions and to absorb and bind other ingredients in the formula.
Magnesium Aluminum Silicate
Est. %2.5
Function
Origin
Magnesium Aluminum SilicateA naturally occurring clay that is hygroscopic, which means that it easily absorbs water. This ingredient is thus commonly used as an absorbent and emulsion stabilizer. It also modifies slip by improving the spreadability of the products it is used in.
Butylene Glycol
Est. %2
Function
Origin
Butylene GlycolA clear, colorless liquid humectant that draws moisture to the skin. The humectancy of butylene glycol, owed to its two hydroxyl groups, is quite considerable, although not as powerful as glycerin, which contains three hydroxyl groups.
Pyrus Malus (Apple) Fruit Extract
Est. %1.5
Function
Origin
Pyrus Malus (Apple) Fruit ExtractAn extract derived from apple fruit that has humectant moisturizing and antioxidant properties, as well as gentle anti-pigment effects. It contains humectant sugars, anti-pigment organic acids, and flavonoids.
Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7

A synthetic peptide that mimics the activity of immunoglobulin G and signals to the skin to stop the inflammation. It has been shown in studies to reduce wrinkles and enhance collagen content.

Caffeine
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
CaffeineAn antioxidant compound that is obtained from coffee and tea leaves. It increases the microcirculation of blood in the skin and is claimed to be able to reduce the appearance of orange peel skin (although the research is lacking).
Rosmarinus Officinalis (Rosemary) Leaf Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Rosmarinus Officinalis (Rosemary) Leaf ExtractA soothing and astringent extract derived from the fragrant, spicy leaves of rosemary. It has strong antioxidant properties. Rosemary extract can reduce signs of inflammation and also acts as an emollient and antimicrobial agent.
Coleus Forskohlii Root Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Coleus Forskohlii Root ExtractAn extract derived from the roots of the Asian plant known as Coleus forskohlii. It is an antioxidant ingredient with the potential to treat pigmentation issues due to its main compound - forskolin.
Helichrysum Italicum Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Helichrysum Italicum ExtractDescription is coming soon
Voandzeia Subterranea Seed Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Voandzeia Subterranea Seed ExtractDescription is coming soon
Lactic Acid
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Lactic AcidThe most popular AHA in skincare and less irritating than glycolic acid. It can be naturally found in sour milk. It is a humectant moisturizing, pH stabilizing, and gently exfoliating ingredient, able to soften dry, cracked, and peeling skin.
Hydrolyzed Jojoba Esters
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Hydrolyzed Jojoba EstersAn occlusive moisturizing mixture of fatty acids and fatty alcohols obtained from jojoba oil. It is also used as a formula helper.
Pentylene Glycol
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Pentylene Glycol

A naturally or synthetically derived preservative that exhibits effective antifungal and antibacterial traits. It also acts as a booster for more traditional preservatives. Pentylene glycol can also serve as a moisturizing humectant and solvent.

Hydroxyacetophenone
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
HydroxyacetophenoneAn antioxidant compound that can be found in many plants, although it is manufactured synthetically for skincare purposes. It can boost the preservative action of other conservants.
Diosmine
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
DiosmineDescription is coming soon
Polyglyceryl-10 Laurate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Polyglyceryl-10 LaurateA vegetable glycerin or synthetically produced emulsifier and gentle cleansing agent. It won't leave skin feeling tight or dry when used to cleanse.
Caprylyl Glycol
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Caprylyl GlycolAn emollient that improves product spreadability and offers a silky feel on the skin. It also acts as a preservative booster that improves the efficacy of other preservatives. According to the manufacturer, it is also a humectant moisturizer.
Laureth-12
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Laureth-12Description is coming soon
Chrysin
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
ChrysinChrysin is thought to help promote blood circulation in blends with other ingredients and allegedly can help to reduce the appearance of dark under-eye circles. However, no official studies have been done to confirm this.
Xanthan Gum
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Xanthan GumA natural multi-functional ingredient that originates from fermented sugars. Xanthan gum acts as a viscosity-building agent to thicken skincare products. It is also an excellent stabilizer and works well to hold other ingredients together.
Ethylhexylglycerin
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
EthylhexylglycerinA preservative booster derived from glycerin. It is commonly paired with other preservatives to improve their efficacy. Ethylhexylglycerin is also a humectant due to its chemical base of glycerin.
Polyglyceryl-4 Caprate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Polyglyceryl-4 CaprateA natural surfactant that softens the appearance of skin and forms oil and water mixtures.
Sorbitan Oleate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Sorbitan OleateA vegetable-based ingredient that stabilizes mixtures of oil and water. Sorbitan oleate serves primarily as an emulsifier that produces water-in-oil emulsions.
Tetrasodium Glutamate Diacetate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Tetrasodium Glutamate DiacetateA biodegradable chelating agent that chemically captures the heavy metal ions naturally present in water and disarms their harmful effects.
Barium Sulfate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Barium SulfateDescription is coming soon
Sodium Carbonate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Sodium CarbonateDescription is coming soon
Polysorbate 20
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Polysorbate 20A viscous, amber-colored liquid that functions as a solubilizer to disperse small amounts of oil into a large water phase. Polysorbate 20 is frequently used to solubilize fragrance oils into water-based emulsions.
Sodium Hydroxide
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Sodium Hydroxide

An ingredient that is able to bring the pH of a product up, thereby making it less harsh on the skin.

Propanediol
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
PropanediolAn excellent solvent capable of mixing water with normally water-insoluble ingredients. It also functions as a humectant due to its water-loving alcohol groups. Propanediol can control the viscosity of a product by reducing its thickness.
Sodium Polyacryloyldimethyl Taurate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Sodium Polyacryloyldimethyl TaurateDescription is coming soon
Succinic Acid
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Succinic AcidDescription is coming soon