ahc Private Real Eye Cream For Face

Ingredients overview

Label order. Colour is our internal rating: green routine, yellow restricted or worth a look, red prohibited or high-risk, grey not yet decoded.

Ingredients are listed in label order; the order reflects the label only, not exact concentrations.

1. Water
2. Glycerin
3. Butylene Glycol
4. Cyclopentasiloxane
5. Dimethicone
6. Niacinamide
7. Butyrospermum Parkii Butter
8. Bifida Ferment Lysate
9. Hydrogenated Polydecene
10. Phellinus Linteus Extract
11. Arctium Lappa Root Extract
12. Polyquaternium-51
13. Phytosteryl/Behenyl/Octyldodecyl Lauroyl Glutamate
14. Phellodendron Amurense Bark Extract
15. Piper Methysticum Leaf/Root/Stem Extract
16. Collagen Extract
17. Epilobium Angustifolium Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract
18. Centella Asiatica Extract
19. Houttuynia Cordata Extract
20. Pseudoalteromonas Ferment Extract
21. Phaseolus Lunatus Seed Extract
22. Sodium Hyaluronate
23. Hydrogenated Lecithin
24. Oenothera Biennis Oil
25. Centaurea Cyanus Flower Water
26. Polysorbate 60
27. Cetearyl Olivate
28. Sorbitan Olivate
29. Polyacrylate-13
30. Glyceryl Stearate
31. Cetyl Alcohol
32. 1,2-Hexanediol
33. Dimethiconol
34. Polysorbate 20
35. Polyisobutene
36. Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer
37. PEG-75 Stearate
38. Sodium Polyacrylate
39. Ethylhexylglycerin
40. Ceteth-20
41. Steareth-20
42. Xanthan Gum
43. Adenosine
44. Schizosaccharomyces Ferment Filtrate
45. Disodium EDTA
46. Panthenol
47. Alcohol
48. Ceramide 3
49. Theanine
50. Triethylhexanoin
51. Cholesterol
52. Milk Lipids
53. Caramel
54. Folic Acid
55. Hydrogenated Phosphatidylcholine
56. Glutathione
57. Isostearyl Isostearate
58. Propylene Glycol
59. Raffinose
60. Cetearyl Alcohol
61. Cetyl Hydroxyethylcellulose
62. Potassium C11-15 Alkyl Phosphate
63. Lecithin
64. Acetic Acid
65. Rutin
66. Inulin Lauryl Carbamate
67. Tocopheryl Linoleate
68. Palmitoyl Oligopeptide
69. Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7
70. Hydrolyzed Lupine Protein
71. Lactic Acid
72. Phytosphingosine
73. Tromethamine
74. Ceramide 2
75. Sorbitan Laurate
76. Acacia Senegal Gum
77. Potassium Cetyl Phosphate
78. Hydroxyethylcellulose
79. Acetyl Dipeptide-1 Cetyl Ester
80. Citric Acid
81. Copper Tripeptide-1
82. Caprylyl Glycol
83. Hydrolyzed Glycosaminoglycans
84. Palmitoyl Pentapeptide-4
85. Sorbic Acid
86. Acetyl Hexapeptide-8
87. Acetyl Tripeptide-1
88. Palmitoyl Hexapeptide-12
89. Fragrance
90. Phenoxyethanol
91. Potassium Sorbate

Highlights

Free of parabensFree of sulfatesFree of formaldehyde releasersContains siliconesContains EU-26 allergensContains fragranceContains mineral oilContains animal-derivedContains essential oilsContains PEGContains alcohol

Formulation view Rich cream/eye cream using cyclopentasiloxane and dimethicone for silky feel, shea butter and hydrogenated polydecene for occlusion. Includes bifida lysate, botanicals, and niacinamide. Relies on system stability for preservation. Suitable for periocular and dry facial areas. Factory view: Silicone-oil mixtures risk silicone droplets; optimizing emulsification sequence and shear force is critical to prevent white spots on the surface.

Key ingredients

ANTIPLAQUE

Water

DENATURANT

Glycerin

HUMECTANT

Butylene Glycol

SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT

Cyclopentasiloxane

ANTIFOAMING

Dimethicone

SMOOTHING

Niacinamide

SKIN CONDITIONING

Butyrospermum Parkii ButterBifida Ferment Lysate

Other ingredients

Hydrogenated PolydecenePhellinus Linteus ExtractArctium Lappa Root ExtractPolyquaternium-51Phytosteryl/Behenyl/Octyldodecyl Lauroyl GlutamatePhellodendron Amurense Bark ExtractPiper Methysticum Leaf/Root/Stem ExtractCollagen ExtractEpilobium Angustifolium Flower/Leaf/Stem ExtractCentella Asiatica ExtractHouttuynia Cordata ExtractPseudoalteromonas Ferment ExtractPhaseolus Lunatus Seed ExtractSodium HyaluronateHydrogenated LecithinOenothera Biennis OilCentaurea Cyanus Flower WaterPolysorbate 60Cetearyl OlivateSorbitan OlivatePolyacrylate-13Glyceryl StearateCetyl Alcohol1,2-HexanediolDimethiconolPolysorbate 20PolyisobuteneDimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone CrosspolymerPEG-75 StearateSodium PolyacrylateEthylhexylglycerinCeteth-20Steareth-20Xanthan GumAdenosineSchizosaccharomyces Ferment FiltrateDisodium EDTAPanthenolAlcoholCeramide 3TheanineTriethylhexanoinCholesterolMilk LipidsCaramelFolic AcidHydrogenated PhosphatidylcholineGlutathioneIsostearyl IsostearatePropylene GlycolRaffinoseCetearyl AlcoholCetyl HydroxyethylcellulosePotassium C11-15 Alkyl PhosphateLecithinAcetic AcidRutinInulin Lauryl CarbamateTocopheryl LinoleatePalmitoyl OligopeptidePalmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7Hydrolyzed Lupine ProteinLactic AcidPhytosphingosineTromethamineCeramide 2Sorbitan LaurateAcacia Senegal GumPotassium Cetyl PhosphateHydroxyethylcelluloseAcetyl Dipeptide-1 Cetyl EsterCitric AcidCopper Tripeptide-1Caprylyl GlycolHydrolyzed GlycosaminoglycansPalmitoyl Pentapeptide-4Sorbic AcidAcetyl Hexapeptide-8Acetyl Tripeptide-1Palmitoyl Hexapeptide-12FragrancePhenoxyethanolPotassium Sorbate

Skim through

Ingredients explained

Water

Primary solvent and base; requires preservative system to prevent microbial growth

Glycerin

Workhorse humectant at 3–10%; tacky at high levels, pair with occlusives

Butylene Glycol

Polyol humectant and solvent at 1–5%; aids solubilization, light feel

Cyclopentasiloxane

Cyclopentasiloxane for emollient/solvent; volatile silicone, smooth feel, check VOC regulations.

Dimethicone

Silicone occlusive at 1–5%; provides smooth feel, non-penetrating, suitable for sensitive skin

Niacinamide

Niacinamide at 2–5%; improves texture, controls oil, brightens; high levels may cause sensitivity

Butyrospermum Parkii Butter

Shea butter for occlusive moisturizing; high melt point, rich texture, caution for oily skin.

Bifida Ferment Lysate

Bifida lysate for skin conditioning; low usage, suits sensitive skin

Hydrogenated Polydecene

Hydrogenated polydecene, light mineral oil alternative, low comedogenic; silky, non-greasy.

Phellinus Linteus Extract

Phellinus linteus polysaccharide at 0.1–0.5% in water phase; boosts hydration, low allergenicity

Arctium Lappa Root Extract

Burdock root extract for skin conditioning; watch for raw material impurities.

Polyquaternium-51

Not decoded yet

Phytosteryl/Behenyl/Octyldodecyl Lauroyl Glutamate

Amino-acid ester for emulsification and conditioning; mild, no public comedogenic data

Phellodendron Amurense Bark Extract

Amur cork tree bark, alkaloid rich; mild irritant, control dosage, avoid strong acids.

Piper Methysticum Leaf/Root/Stem Extract

Plant extract for skin conditioning; some claim soothing, test on sensitive skin.

Collagen Extract

Hydrolyzed collagen for moisture and conditioning; forms surface film, low allergen risk

Epilobium Angustifolium Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract

Botanical extract used as a skin conditioning agent

Centella Asiatica Extract

Centella asiatica extract for soothing/repair; low irritation, common in sensitive skin products.

Houttuynia Cordata Extract

Houttuynia cordata extract for anti-inflammatory and soothing effects; contains volatile oils, patch test recommended for sensitive skin.

Pseudoalteromonas Ferment Extract

Microbial ferment for humectancy and skin conditioning; gentle.

Phaseolus Lunatus Seed Extract

White kidney bean extract, often for alpha-amylase inhibition. In skincare: skin conditioner/emollient.

Sodium Hyaluronate

Potent humectant at 0.1–2%; different MW for penetration depth, high levels may draw moisture

Hydrogenated Lecithin

Emulsifier from lecithin; stable, used in powder emulsions

Oenothera Biennis Oil

Natural oil rich in GLA; supports barrier, prone to oxidation, needs antioxidants

Centaurea Cyanus Flower Water

Not decoded yet

Polysorbate 60

Non-ionic emulsifier and solubilizer for O/W or W/O stability; may cause mild stinging on sensitive skin, typically 1-5%.

Cetearyl Olivate

Natural emulsifier pairing with glucosides; skin-like feel, biodegradable, prone to oxidation requiring light protection

Sorbitan Olivate

O/W emulsifier, HLB ~15, requires ionic co-surfactant, potential sensitizer.

Polyacrylate-13

Not decoded yet

Glyceryl Stearate

Emulsifier at 1-3%; may require acid to prevent saponification

Cetyl Alcohol

Cetyl alcohol for emulsification/thickening; high concentration >10% may irritate.

1,2-Hexanediol

Polyol solvent and preservative booster at 1–5%; light feel, can replace some traditional preservatives

Dimethiconol

Dimethiconol; silicone emollient providing silky feel and reducing friction; moderate comedogenicity, avoid excess.

Polysorbate 20

Non-ionic emulsifier and cleansing surfactant; contains PEG, control microbial load.

Polyisobutene

Inert film former and occlusive; increases viscosity, slippery feel, used in lipsticks

Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer

Crosslinked silicone thickener at 0.5-2%; silky/matte feel, non-comedogenic, partial oil phase incompatibility, use co-solvent/pre-emulsification.

PEG-75 Stearate

PEG-75 stearate, non-ionic emulsifier/thickener; PEG-based, check for 1,4-dioxane limits, not used in some markets.

Sodium Polyacrylate

Superabsorbent resin, <1%; gels with electrolytes, ionic strength control required.

Ethylhexylglycerin

Mild conditioner and preservative booster at 0.5–1%; reduces preservative load, smooth feel

Ceteth-20

Not decoded yet

Steareth-20

Not decoded yet

Xanthan Gum

Natural thickener at 0.1–1%; provides gel texture, pH-stable, requires full hydration

Adenosine

Skin conditioner at 0.1-1%; used for anti-aging and repair

Schizosaccharomyces Ferment Filtrate

Not decoded yet

Disodium EDTA

Chelating agent at 0.05–0.5%; sequesters metal ions for stability, boosts preservative efficacy

Panthenol

Panthenol (vitamin B5) at 1–5%; moisturizing and reparative, supports barrier recovery

Alcohol

Ethanol for solubility/drying at 5-15%; high conc. is drying/irritating, avoid lip/eye, low residue, balance with humectants.

Ceramide 3

Ceramide 3 to restore skin barrier and moisturize; used at 0.01–1%, often blended

Theanine

Theanine, antioxidant and humectant; water-soluble, suitable for aqueous phases, use at low concentrations

Triethylhexanoin

Light ester for non-greasy feel and fragrance; low allergenicity, high levels can act as solvent

Cholesterol

Cholesterol; barrier repair lipid mimicking stratum corneum; often blended with ceramides, plant or fermentation source.

Milk Lipids

Not decoded yet

Caramel

Colorant for brown shades; some processes involve sulfites, check specs.

Folic Acid

Folic acid, Vitamin B9, used for skin conditioning to support cellular metabolism

Hydrogenated Phosphatidylcholine

Hydrogenated phosphatidylcholine, bio-mimetic emulsifier; gentle emulsifier and skin conditioner, suitable for liposomal systems.

Glutathione

Antioxidant and brightening agent; unstable, requires antioxidants and protection from light.

Isostearyl Isostearate

Dry emollient providing non-greasy feel; low comedogenic risk, suitable for combination skin.

Propylene Glycol

Polyol humectant at 3-10%; hygroscopic, slight tackiness, mild irritation at high conc., verify preservative efficacy, no allergen.

Raffinose

Oligosaccharide humectant at 1–5%; improves feel and supports conditioning; low irritation, compatible with most systems.

Cetearyl Alcohol

Fatty alcohol emulsifier at 1-5%; non-ionic surfactant

Cetyl Hydroxyethylcellulose

Water-soluble cellulose derivative; viscosity booster and emulsion stabilizer; pH sensitive.

Potassium C11-15 Alkyl Phosphate

Not decoded yet

Lecithin

Phospholipid emulsifier at 1-5%; biocompatible, moisturizing/antioxidant, prone to oxidation (add TBHQ), mild for sensitive skin.

Acetic Acid

Provides sourness or buffering; high concentrations are corrosive, pH control is critical in leave-on products

Rutin

Flavonoid antioxidant; also conditions skin, note stability in aqueous solutions.

Inulin Lauryl Carbamate

Modified inulin surfactant, mild emulsification/cleansing; prebiotic, reduced irritation

Tocopheryl Linoleate

Vitamin E linoleate antioxidant and humectant; oil-soluble, oxidizes easily; use chelators and protect from light

Palmitoyl Oligopeptide

Palmitoyl oligopeptide for firming; water-soluble bioactive peptide, avoid high heat, functional additive.

Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7

Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7 boosts collagen; use 0.1–1%, formulate with lipid carriers

Hydrolyzed Lupine Protein

Hydrolyzed lupine protein; negatively charged for antistatic effects in hair and skin conditioning, plant-derived with low allergenicity.

Lactic Acid

AHA pH adjuster at 0.5-5%; exfoliation/humectancy, mild at low conc., irritating at high, avoid conflict with alkaline preservatives.

Phytosphingosine

Phytosphingosine barrier repair ingredient, 0.1–1%; water-soluble, good for dry skin.

Tromethamine

pH adjuster, alkaline; precise dosing required

Ceramide 2

Not decoded yet

Sorbitan Laurate

O/W emulsifier; low-comedogenic ester, verify emulsion stability.

Acacia Senegal Gum

Natural film-former and fragrance agent; used for viscosity or film, check purity for allergens

Potassium Cetyl Phosphate

Cetyl phosphate potassium, O/W emulsifier; pH-sensitive, often requires buffering.

Hydroxyethylcellulose

Water-soluble cellulose ether for thickening and suspension stabilization; sensitive to ions, electrolytes reduce viscosity, use at pH 7-8.

Acetyl Dipeptide-1 Cetyl Ester

Acetyl dipeptide-1 cetyl ester for hair and skin; ester structure, avoid for oily skin, check compatibility.

Citric Acid

Buffer and chelator at 0.1–2%; adjusts pH, may irritate sensitive skin at low pH

Copper Tripeptide-1

Copper Tripeptide-1 (GHK-Cu) for repair/anti-aging at 0.01–0.1%; water-soluble, avoid chelators.

Caprylyl Glycol

Polyol conditioner and preservative booster at 0.5–3%; emollient feel, often paired with 1,2-hexanediol

Hydrolyzed Glycosaminoglycans

Hydrolyzed GAGs for hydration/conditioning; low MW, good penetration, low irritancy.

Palmitoyl Pentapeptide-4

Signal peptide promoting collagen synthesis; effective at low concentration, needs penetration enhancers or encapsulation

Sorbic Acid

Preservative effective at low pH, often combined with sorbate salts; check regulatory limits

Acetyl Hexapeptide-8

Acetyl hexapeptide-8; signal peptide, low concentration, used for firming and hydration, low irritancy.

Acetyl Tripeptide-1

Not decoded yet

Palmitoyl Hexapeptide-12

Peptide for elasticity; use per vendor specs. No public irritancy or comedogenic data.

Fragrance

Fragrance; concentration must control allergen risk, label specific components

Phenoxyethanol

Broad-spectrum preservative at ≤1%; may irritate sensitive eye areas, often paired with ethylhexylglycerin

Potassium Sorbate

Preservative effective below pH 6; combinable with sodium benzoate

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