The INKEY List Brighten-i Dark Circle Brightening Eye Cream

The INKEY List Brighten-i Dark Circle Brightening Eye Cream
5.9
/ 10
Moisturizing
4.9 Humectancy icon Humectancy
6.9 Occlusivity icon Occlusivity

Review

Results you may expect from using The INKEY List Brighten-i Dark Circle Brightening Eye Cream:

Based on the ingredient analysis by CreamScan, these are the key benefits you can expect from using The INKEY List Brighten-i Dark Circle Brightening Eye Cream:

  • Moderate moisturizing. It has a moisturizing rating of 5.9 out of 10.

How moisturizing is it?

Quite moisturizing: The INKEY List Brighten-i Dark Circle Brightening Eye Cream has a moisturizing rating of 5.9 out of 10.

Is it more humectant or occlusive? Rather occlusive. It has a moderate humectancy of 4.9 out of 10, primarily due to the substantial concentration of Glycerin (est. ≈4.0%), and a high occlusivity of 6.9 out of 10, mainly due to the significant content of Dimethicone (est. ≈9.0%) and Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride (est. ≈3.0%).

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

Ingredients

Est. % Ingredient Origin Functions
65
Water
9
Dimethicone
6
Coco-Caprylate/Caprate
4
Glycerin
3
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
2.5
Glyceryl Stearate
2
Candelilla/Jojoba/Rice Bran Polyglyceryl-3 Esters
1.5
Punica Granatum Seed Oil
1.3
Ethylhexyl Palmitate
1
Mica
0.3
Phenoxyethanol
0.3
Cetearyl Alcohol
0.3
Sodium Stearoyl Lactylate
0.3
Benzyl Alcohol
0.3
Polysilicone-11
0.3
Tocopheryl Acetate
0.3
Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate
0.3
Hydroxyacetophenone
0.3
Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer
0.3
Sodium Gluconate
0.3
Ethylhexylglycerin
0.3
Silica
0.3
Dehydroacetic Acid
0.3
Diglucosyl Gallic Acid
0.3
Sodium Hydroxide
0.3
Trihydroxystearin
0.3
Tin Oxide
0.3
Sodium Hyaluronate
0.3
Glucomannan
Est. %
Water
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Dimethicone
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Coco-Caprylate/Caprate
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Glycerin
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Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
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Glyceryl Stearate
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Candelilla/Jojoba/Rice Bran Polyglyceryl-3 Esters
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Punica Granatum Seed Oil
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Ethylhexyl Palmitate
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Mica
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Phenoxyethanol
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Cetearyl Alcohol
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Sodium Stearoyl Lactylate
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Benzyl Alcohol
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Polysilicone-11
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Tocopheryl Acetate
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Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate
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Hydroxyacetophenone
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Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer
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Sodium Gluconate
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Ethylhexylglycerin
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Silica
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Dehydroacetic Acid
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Diglucosyl Gallic Acid
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Sodium Hydroxide
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Trihydroxystearin
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Ratings

All humectants
4.9
4
0.3
0.3
0.3
Benchmark
10
All occlusives
13.8
9.0
3.0
1.5
0.3
Benchmark
20
Moisturizing rating
5.9
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Raiting
Humectancy All humectants 4.9 10
4.9
4
0.3
0.3
0.3
Occlusivity All occlusives 13.8 20
6.9
9.0
3.0
1.5
0.3
Moisturizing rating
5.9
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Humectancy
4
0.3
0.3
0.3
All humectants 4.9 10
4.9
All humectants
4.9
4
0.3
0.3
0.3
Benchmark
10
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Occlusivity
9
3
1.5
0.3
All occlusives 13.8 20
6.9
All occlusives
13.8
9.0
3.0
1.5
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
1.5
0.3
0.3
0.3
All antioxidants 2.4 3 No
All antioxidants
2.4
Punica Granatum Seed Oil
1.5
Tocopheryl Acetate
0.3
Hydroxyacetophenone
0.3
Sodium Hyaluronate
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. %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.
Dimethicone
Est. %9
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.
Coco-Caprylate/Caprate
Est. %6
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. %4
Function
Origin
Glycerin

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

Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Est. %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.
Glyceryl Stearate
Est. %2.5
Function
Origin
Glyceryl StearateAn emollient and emulsifier typically derived from vegetable sources through a chemical reaction with glycerin. It provides stability, texture, and consistency to formulations. Its main function is to allow oil and water to mix.
Candelilla/Jojoba/Rice Bran Polyglyceryl-3 Esters
Est. %2
Function
Origin
Candelilla/Jojoba/Rice Bran Polyglyceryl-3 EstersDescription is coming soon
Punica Granatum Seed Oil
Est. %1.5
Function
Origin
Punica Granatum Seed OilAn emollient and occlusive moisturizing pomegranate seed oil that is rich in a rare fatty acid called punicic acid, and that contains a high content of the antioxidant vitamin E.
Ethylhexyl Palmitate
Est. %1.3
Function
Origin
Ethylhexyl PalmitateA rich emollient without the oily after-feel, making it a popular replacement for mineral oil. It is derived from natural sources such as palm oil and palm kernel oil. Ethylhexyl palmitate is listed as a common comedogenic ingredient by acne.org.
Mica
Est. %1
Function
Origin
MicaA mineral powder made up of silicates with several functions (the main one being as a colorant). It has a shimmery appearance, making it highly desirable in certain cosmetic products. Mica also helps the product to apply more smoothly.
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.
Cetearyl Alcohol
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Cetearyl AlcoholA blend of cetyl alcohol and stearyl alcohol, the fatty alcohols that are derived from palm oil. It helps to create emulsions that give off a soft and silky emollient feel and also increase product thickness.
Sodium Stearoyl Lactylate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Sodium Stearoyl LactylateA negatively charged surfactant that mixes oils with water and cleanses skin.
Benzyl Alcohol
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Benzyl AlcoholA multifunctional ingredient that is supplied as a clear, colorless liquid. Its main function is as a flavoring agent and fragrance. It also acts as a broad-spectrum preservative, solvent, and viscosity-controlling agent that thins the product.
Polysilicone-11
Est. %0.3
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.
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.

Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Sodium Stearoyl GlutamateA useful ingredient for both cleansing and emulsifying purposes. It is a powerful agent for washing away dirt and oils from the skin.
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.
Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate CrosspolymerA synthetic ingredient that is used to thicken water and alcohol. It results in a more lightweight formula and is commonly found in gel products.
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.
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.
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.
Dehydroacetic Acid
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Dehydroacetic AcidA globally approved preservative ingredient. It is a powerful fungicide and a moderate bactericide, which makes it a broad-spectrum preservative. Because it is mildly effective against bacteria, it is often paired with stronger bactericides.
Diglucosyl Gallic Acid
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Diglucosyl Gallic AcidDescription is coming soon
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.

Trihydroxystearin
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
TrihydroxystearinDescription is coming soon
Tin Oxide
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Tin OxideA multi-functional mineral that increases the physical space a product takes up, increases the viscosity of liquid products, and, when used as an opacifying agent, makes a transparent or translucent product become opaque or solid in color.
Sodium Hyaluronate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Sodium Hyaluronate

A sodium salt of famous hyaluronic acid. A potent humectant that hydrates the skin, supports collagen function, and fills out small wrinkles. Sodium hyaluronate also offers soothing and antioxidant properties.

Glucomannan
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
GlucomannanA polysaccharide of plant origin that is used as a gelling, water binding, and thickening agent. It is able to moisturize the skin’s surface and aid in the healing process. It is also an excellent prebiotic for skin microflora.