Rare beauty Positive Light Under Eye Brightener Light

Rare beauty Positive Light Under Eye Brightener Light
3.8
/ 10
Moisturizing
5.6 Humectancy icon Humectancy
1.9 Occlusivity icon Occlusivity

Review

Results you may expect from using Rare beauty Positive Light Under Eye Brightener Light:

Based on the ingredient analysis by CreamScan, these are the key benefits you can expect from using Rare beauty Positive Light Under Eye Brightener Light:

  • Light moisturizing. It has a moisturizing rating of 3.8 out of 10.

How moisturizing is it?

Lightly moisturizing: Rare beauty Positive Light Under Eye Brightener Light has a moisturizing rating of 3.8 out of 10.

Is it more humectant or occlusive? Rather humectant. It has a low occlusivity of 1.9 out of 10 and a moderate humectancy of 5.6 out of 10, primarily due to the high content of Glycerin (est. ≈4.0%).

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

Ingredients

Est. % Ingredient Origin Functions
65
Water
9
Dipropylheptyl Carbonate
6
Hydrogenated Didecene
4
Glycerin
3
Phenyl Trimethicone
2.5
Cetyl PEG/PPG-10/1 Dimethicone
2
PVP
1.5
Lauryl PEG-9 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone
1.3
Butylene Glycol
1
Sodium Chloride
0.3
Glyceryl Behenate
0.3
Silica
0.3
Disteardimonium Hectorite
0.3
Hydroxyacetophenone
0.3
Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil
0.3
Methicone
0.3
1,2-Hexanediol
0.3
Caprylyl Glycol
0.3
Tocopheryl Acetate
0.3
Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer
0.3
Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate
0.3
Paeonia Lactiflora Root Extract
0.3
Tocopherol
0.3
Talc
0.3
Gardenia Florida Fruit Extract
0.3
Nelumbo Nucifera Flower Extract
0.3
Nymphaea Odorata Root Extract
0.3
Vitex Agnus-Castus Extract
0.3
Iron Oxides (CI 77499)
0.3
Bismuth Oxychloride (CI 77163)
0.3
Titanium Dioxide (CI 77891)
Est. %
Water
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Dipropylheptyl Carbonate
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Hydrogenated Didecene
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Glycerin
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Phenyl Trimethicone
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Cetyl PEG/PPG-10/1 Dimethicone
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PVP
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Lauryl PEG-9 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone
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Butylene Glycol
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Sodium Chloride
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Glyceryl Behenate
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Silica
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Disteardimonium Hectorite
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Hydroxyacetophenone
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Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil
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Methicone
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1,2-Hexanediol
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Caprylyl Glycol
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Tocopheryl Acetate
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Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer
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Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate
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Paeonia Lactiflora Root Extract
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Tocopherol
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Talc
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Gardenia Florida Fruit Extract
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Nelumbo Nucifera Flower Extract
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Nymphaea Odorata Root Extract
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Vitex Agnus-Castus Extract
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Iron Oxides (CI 77499)
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Bismuth Oxychloride (CI 77163)
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Titanium Dioxide (CI 77891)
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Ratings

All humectants
5.6
4
1.3
0.3
Benchmark
10
All occlusives
3.9
3.0
0.3
0.3
0.3
Benchmark
20
Moisturizing rating
3.8
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Raiting
Humectancy All humectants 5.6 10
5.6
4
1.3
0.3
Occlusivity All occlusives 3.9 20
1.9
3.0
0.3
0.3
0.3
Moisturizing rating
3.8
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Humectancy
4
1.3
0.3
All humectants 5.6 10
5.6
All humectants
5.6
4
1.3
0.3
Benchmark
10
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Occlusivity
3
0.3
0.3
0.3
All occlusives 3.9 20
1.9
All occlusives
3.9
3.0
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
All antioxidants 1.2 3 No
All antioxidants
1.2
Hydroxyacetophenone
0.3
Tocopheryl Acetate
0.3
Tocopherol
0.3
Nelumbo Nucifera Flower Extract
0.3
Benchmark
3
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark
Rich in Soothing
None
All soothing 0 5 No
All soothing
0
None
Benchmark
5

Ingredients explained

Water
Est. %65
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.
Dipropylheptyl Carbonate
Est. %9
Function
Origin
Dipropylheptyl CarbonateDescription is coming soon
Hydrogenated Didecene
Est. %6
Function
Origin
Hydrogenated DideceneDescription is coming soon
Glycerin
Est. %4
Function
Origin
Glycerin

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

Phenyl Trimethicone
Est. %3
Function
Origin
Phenyl TrimethiconeA silicone fluid that is used as an occlusive moisturizer. It applies smoothly to the skin and reduces the tack associated with organic oils.
Cetyl PEG/PPG-10/1 Dimethicone
Est. %2.5
Function
Origin
Cetyl PEG/PPG-10/1 DimethiconeA silicone-based powerful emulsifier that helps to create lightweight and pleasant feeling lotions and creams.
PVP
Est. %2
Function
Origin
PVPAn excellent film-former used in hairsprays, peel-off masks, and even some self-tanning products. These films are strong and hold onto the skin.
Lauryl PEG-9 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone
Est. %1.5
Function
Origin
Lauryl PEG-9 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl DimethiconeA powerful emulsifier with the unique trait of being able to work in both oil- and silicone-based formulas. It can also function as a thickener in low concentrations.
Butylene Glycol
Est. %1.3
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.
Sodium Chloride
Est. %1
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.

Glyceryl Behenate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Glyceryl BehenateA naturally-derived or synthetically produced emollient that can help create oil gels. It provides a soft feeling to the skin, improving product spread and reducing tackiness.
Silica
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
SilicaA widely used cosmetic ingredient with the same chemical composition as the sand found on beaches. A common function of silica is its ability to control viscosity. In certain chemical forms, it can effectively thicken cream-style products.
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.
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.
Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed OilA fatty oil expressed from sunflower seeds and one of the most commonly used oils in skincare. It has great emollient and occlusive moisturizing properties. Sunflower oil is one of the richest sources of vitamin E – an important skin antioxidant.
Methicone
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
MethiconeA silicone oil that can function as an occlusive moisturizer and emollient. Occasionally, methicone is used as a surface modifier for various pigments to improve the longevity and vibrancy of colorants.
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.
Tocopheryl Acetate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Tocopheryl Acetate

An antioxidant derivative of tocopherol (vitamin E). It helps to protect cells from free radicals and UV damage through the conversion to active vitamin E in the skin. It is more stable than tocopherol.

Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone CrosspolymerThis ingredient can refer to several kinds of dimethicone crosspolymers. Like other silicones, it makes products feel slippery and non-greasy but can also increase the thickness or improve the water-resistance of a formula.
Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Trisodium Ethylenediamine DisuccinateA chelating agent that disables harmful heavy metal ions present in skincare.
Paeonia Lactiflora Root Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Paeonia Lactiflora Root ExtractAn extract derived from the roots of the garden peony. It has been suggested that this ingredient has anti-pigment activity.
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.

Talc
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
TalcA mineral powder used as a base material for powders, make-up, and pastes that absorbs sweat and oils very well. It is also often used in baby powders. Talc should never be applied to skin with a damaged lipid barrier (e.g. wounds and burns).
Gardenia Florida Fruit Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Gardenia Florida Fruit ExtractDerived from the dark orange fruits of a Chinese flowering shrub called Gardenia florida, this extract acts as a yellow pigment.
Nelumbo Nucifera Flower Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Nelumbo Nucifera Flower ExtractAn extract with antioxidant flavonoids that is obtained from the flowers of the water lily.
Nymphaea Odorata Root Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Nymphaea Odorata Root ExtractDescription is coming soon
Vitex Agnus-Castus Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Vitex Agnus-Castus ExtractDescription is coming soon
Iron Oxides (CI 77499)
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Iron Oxides (CI 77499)A black colorant also known as black iron oxide used in a wide range of skincare products.
Bismuth Oxychloride (CI 77163)
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Bismuth Oxychloride (CI 77163)An inorganic colorant that gives off a pearly white sheen. Its appearance is a result of light reflecting and refracting through the layers it forms.
Titanium Dioxide (CI 77891)
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Titanium Dioxide (CI 77891)One of two the most commonly used mineral sunscreens. It can absorb UV light, including UVB – which causes burning, tanning, and even skin cancer. Also used as a colorant, titanium dioxide gives a product a bright white color.