Mario Badescu Brightening Eye Serum

Mario Badescu Brightening Eye Serum
4.2
/ 10
Moisturizing
5.9 Humectancy icon Humectancy
2.4 Occlusivity icon Occlusivity

Review

Results you may expect from using Mario Badescu Brightening Eye Serum:

Based on the ingredient analysis by CreamScan, these are the key benefits you can expect from using Mario Badescu Brightening Eye Serum:

  • Moderate moisturizing. It has a moisturizing rating of 4.2 out of 10.

How moisturizing is it?

Quite moisturizing: Mario Badescu Brightening Eye Serum has a moisturizing rating of 4.2 out of 10.

Is it more humectant or occlusive? Rather humectant. It has a low occlusivity of 2.4 out of 10 and a moderate humectancy of 5.9 out of 10, primarily due to the high content of Propanediol (est. ≈3.0%) and Glycerin (est. ≈2.0%).

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

Ingredients

Est. % Ingredient Origin Functions
60
Water
12.02
Zinc Oxide
6
Isododecane
4
Caprylyl Methicone
3
Propanediol
2.5
Coco-Caprylate/Caprate
2
Glycerin
1.5
Cetyl PEG/PPG-10/1 Dimethicone
1.3
Methyl Dihydroabietate
1
Polyglyceryl-4 Diisostearate/Polyhydroxystearate/Sebacate
0.3
Zea Mays (Corn) Starch
0.3
Dimethicone
0.3
Sodium Chloride
0.3
Physalis Pubescens Fruit Juice
0.3
Yeast Extract
0.3
Hyaluronic Acid
0.3
Lycium Chinense Fruit Extract
0.3
Vaccinium Angustifolium (Blueberry) Fruit Extract
0.3
Vaccinium Macrocarpon (Cranberry) Fruit Extract
0.3
Tocopherol
0.3
Pentaerythrityl Tetra-di-t-butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate
0.3
Polyglyceryl-3 Polyricinoleate
0.3
Phenoxyethanol
0.3
Disteardimonium Hectorite
0.3
Zinc Stearate
0.3
1,2-Hexanediol
0.3
Caprylyl Glycol
0.3
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
0.3
Isostearic Acid
0.3
Propylene Carbonate
0.3
Sodium Gluconate
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Water
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Zinc Oxide
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Isododecane
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Caprylyl Methicone
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Propanediol
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Coco-Caprylate/Caprate
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Glycerin
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Cetyl PEG/PPG-10/1 Dimethicone
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Methyl Dihydroabietate
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Zea Mays (Corn) Starch
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Dimethicone
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Sodium Chloride
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Physalis Pubescens Fruit Juice
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Yeast Extract
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Hyaluronic Acid
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Lycium Chinense Fruit Extract
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Vaccinium Angustifolium (Blueberry) Fruit Extract
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Vaccinium Macrocarpon (Cranberry) Fruit Extract
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Tocopherol
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Pentaerythrityl Tetra-di-t-butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate
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Polyglyceryl-3 Polyricinoleate
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Phenoxyethanol
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Disteardimonium Hectorite
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Zinc Stearate
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Ratings

All humectants
5.9
3
2
0.3
0.3
0.3
Benchmark
10
All occlusives
4.9
4.0
0.3
0.3
0.3
Benchmark
20
Moisturizing rating
4.2
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Raiting
Humectancy All humectants 5.9 10
5.9
3
2
0.3
0.3
0.3
Occlusivity All occlusives 4.9 20
2.4
4.0
0.3
0.3
0.3
Moisturizing rating
4.2
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Humectancy
3
2
0.3
0.3
0.3
All humectants 5.9 10
5.9
All humectants
5.9
3
2
0.3
0.3
0.3
Benchmark
10
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Occlusivity
4
0.3
0.3
0.3
All occlusives 4.9 20
2.4
All occlusives
4.9
4.0
0.3
0.3
0.3
Benchmark
20
Ingredient
Ingredient anti-wrinkle power
when present at, %
in this formula est. %
Rating
None
Total
0
None
Anti-wrinkle rating
0
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark
Rich in Antioxidants
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
All antioxidants 1.8 3 No
All antioxidants
1.8
Hyaluronic Acid
0.3
Lycium Chinense Fruit Extract
0.3
Vaccinium Angustifolium (Blueberry) Fruit Extract
0.3
Vaccinium Macrocarpon (Cranberry) Fruit Extract
0.3
Tocopherol
0.3
Pentaerythrityl Tetra-di-t-butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate
0.3
Benchmark
3
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark
Rich in Soothing
0.3
All soothing 0.3 5 No
All soothing
0.3
0.3
Benchmark
5

Ingredients explained

Water
Est. %60
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.
Zinc Oxide
Est. %12.02
Function
Origin
Zinc OxideA white mineral powder mainly used in skincare as a physical sunscreen. It protects against UVA light that leads to visible signs of aging, including wrinkles and fine lines. Zinc oxide can also be used as a colorant to enhance the whiteness of a product.
Isododecane
Est. %6
Function
Origin
IsododecaneAn emollient derived from petroleum with high spreadability. It is often used as a replacement for oils and silicones because it leaves no residue behind on the skin. When a product is labeled as “oil-free” it may contain isododecane instead of heavier oils.
Caprylyl Methicone
Est. %4
Function
Origin
Caprylyl MethiconeA liquid silicone with occlusive moisturizing properties. Being compatible with natural oils is a challenge for most silicones, but caprylyl methicone plays well with all types of oils.
Propanediol
Est. %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.
Coco-Caprylate/Caprate
Est. %2.5
Function
Origin
Coco-Caprylate/CaprateA naturally-derived emollient ester. It is a blend of caprylates and caprates and, relative to other emollients, is lightweight and dry on the skin. As a result, coco-caprylate/caprate serves as a natural alternative to volatile silicones.
Glycerin
Est. %2
Function
Origin
Glycerin

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

Cetyl PEG/PPG-10/1 Dimethicone
Est. %1.5
Function
Origin
Cetyl PEG/PPG-10/1 DimethiconeA silicone-based powerful emulsifier that helps to create lightweight and pleasant feeling lotions and creams.
Methyl Dihydroabietate
Est. %1.3
Function
Origin
Methyl DihydroabietateDescription is coming soon
Polyglyceryl-4 Diisostearate/Polyhydroxystearate/Sebacate
Est. %1
Function
Origin
Polyglyceryl-4 Diisostearate/Polyhydroxystearate/SebacateDescription is coming soon
Zea Mays (Corn) Starch
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Zea Mays (Corn) StarchA white, very finely powdered starch extracted from corn. It works as an anti-caking and absorbent ingredient in powdered products, as well as as a thickening agent in liquids. It also helps to create a matte finish after application.
Dimethicone
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
DimethiconeThe most common silicone in skincare. It forms a silky, smooth film on the skin’s surface and can help to prevent water loss. It also aids in wound healing and can treat and soften scars. Dimethicone is considered to be very safe for use.
Sodium Chloride
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Sodium Chloride

You’re definitely familiar with sodium chloride, even if you don’t think you are. It’s table salt! Salt works well with some cleansing ingredients (surfactants) to thicken them into gels. It also acts as a stabilizer for water-in-oil emulsions.

Physalis Pubescens Fruit Juice
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Physalis Pubescens Fruit JuiceDescription is coming soon
Yeast Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Yeast ExtractAlso labeled as faex extract, this is a natural ingredient derived from fresh yeast. It is used in skincare as a humectant. Yeast extract also helps to shield injured or exposed skin and can aid in the skin’s wound healing process.
Hyaluronic Acid
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Hyaluronic Acid

A potent, skin-identical humectant moisturizing ingredient that is able to bind water 1000 times its own weight. The anti-aging benefits of hyaluronic acid are due to its ability to stimulate the synthesis of collagen in the skin.

Lycium Chinense Fruit Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Lycium Chinense Fruit ExtractDerived from Goji berries, also known as wolfberries, this extract is packed with potent antioxidant polysaccharides, vitamins B and C, carotenoids (mainly zeaxanthin), flavonoids, and phytosterols.
Vaccinium Angustifolium (Blueberry) Fruit Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Vaccinium Angustifolium (Blueberry) Fruit ExtractObtained from the fruits of the lowbush blueberry, this purple-blue extract is rich in antioxidant vitamin C and anthocyanins.
Vaccinium Macrocarpon (Cranberry) Fruit Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Vaccinium Macrocarpon (Cranberry) Fruit ExtractA bright red extract derived from cranberry fruits that is rich in powerful antioxidant anthocyanins, as well as astringent tannins.
Tocopherol
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Tocopherol

Simply another name for vitamin E. Tocopherol is a fantastic ingredient and especially beneficial for dry and inflamed skin. It has occlusive moisturizing, emollient, antioxidant, and photoprotective properties.

Pentaerythrityl Tetra-di-t-butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Pentaerythrityl Tetra-di-t-butyl HydroxyhydrocinnamateAn antioxidant that protects vulnerable ingredients from the damage caused by ultraviolet radiation, which can also lead to the generation of damaging free radical species.
Polyglyceryl-3 Polyricinoleate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Polyglyceryl-3 PolyricinoleateDescription is coming soon
Phenoxyethanol
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
PhenoxyethanolThe most frequently used preservative in skincare. It is a clear, oil-like liquid synthetic substance that protects products from harmful bacteria and yeast, whilst still leaving skin microflora unharmed. It is confirmed by research to be harmless.
Disteardimonium Hectorite
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Disteardimonium HectoriteA clay ingredient that functions primarily as a viscosity controlling agent that thickens all types of formulas. Disteardimonium hectorite imparts a smooth, velvety feel, making it a luxurious addition to any formula.
Zinc Stearate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Zinc StearateDescription is coming soon
1,2-Hexanediol
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
1,2-HexanediolA multi-functional formula helper. It is a well-studied preservtive against bacteria and can help pigments and fragrances disperse evenly in a formula.
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.
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Caprylic/Capric TriglycerideA natural occlusive moisturizing and emollient ingredient, it is a blend of glycerin and two fatty acids, caprylic and capric acid. It creates an oil-based protective layer on the skin, thereby preventing water loss.
Isostearic Acid
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Isostearic AcidA saturated fatty acid used to mix oil and water and to remove dirt from the skin's surface. Isostearic acid is listed among common comedogenic ingredients by acne.org.
Propylene Carbonate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Propylene CarbonateA derivative of propylene glycol that is used most frequently as a solvent. Additionally, propylene carbonate serves as a viscosity controlling agent reducing the thickness of the products it is added to.
Sodium Gluconate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Sodium GluconateA chelating ingredient that ensures that the harmful metal ions in a formula are unreactive. It also protects other ingredients from degrading.