Klairs Fundamental Eye Awakening Gel vs Plum 3% Vitamin C

Klairs

Plum

An eye cream built around Vitamin E, for hydration and barrier repair.

An eye cream built around Vitamin C derivative and Vitamin C, for smoothing and barrier repair.

Eye cream

32 ingredients

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Brand price

INR 403.00 · checked 28 Sept 2026 · brand's site

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At a Glance

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Face oil2
An oil formulated to be used on the face.
Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil, Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil
Vitamin E1
Tocopherols — fat-soluble antioxidants.
Tocopherol
Niacinamide1
Vitamin B3 — supports the barrier and evens tone.
Niacinamide
Copper peptides1
Copper-bound peptides studied for repair and firmness.
Copper Tripeptide-1

Vitamin C derivative (stable)1
Stable derivatives of ascorbic acid.
3-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid
AHA1
Alpha hydroxy acids — water-soluble chemical exfoliants.
Citric Acid
Vitamin C1
Vitamin C in any form: an antioxidant and brightener.
3-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid
Peptides1
Short amino-acid chains used as signalling actives.
Acetyl Hexapeptide-8

May Trigger Acne3
Can clog pores or trigger breakouts.
Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil, Sorbitan Isostearate, Tocopherol
May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis6
May feed the yeast involved in seborrheic dermatitis.
Acetyl Hexapeptide-8, Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Polyglyceryl-10 Laurate, Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil, Sorbitan Isostearate
May Worsen Keratosis Pilaris3
May clog follicles or strip skin prone to keratosis pilaris.
Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil, Sorbitan Isostearate, Tocopherol
May Worsen Oily Skin2
May increase shine or excess oil.
Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil, Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil

May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis9
May feed the yeast involved in seborrheic dermatitis.
Acetyl Hexapeptide-8, Daucus Carota Sativa Seed Oil, Dilauryl Thiodipropionate, Glyceryl Stearate, Glyceryl Stearate Citrate, Isoamyl Laurate, Isostearyl Hydroxystearate, PEG-100 Stearate, Triolein
May Worsen Oily Skin1
May increase shine or excess oil.
Daucus Carota Sativa Seed Oil
May Worsen Irritation1
May cause stinging, redness or sensitivity.
Benzyl Alcohol
May Worsen Eczema1
May worsen itching or irritation for eczema-prone skin.
Benzyl Alcohol

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Aqua (in both products)
Solvent
0 / —
Glycerin (in both products)
Humectant
0 / 0
- Possibly animal-derived
- Hydrating
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
1 / 0
- Hydrating
Portulaca Oleracea Extract
Skin Conditioning
Tromethamine
Buffering
0 / —
Sodium PCA
Humectant
0 / 0
- Hydrating
Carbomer
Gel Forming
1 / 0
Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer
Emulsion Stabilising
Polyglyceryl-10 Laurate
Emulsifying
- Fatty esters (glyceryl stearate, PEG-100 stearate)
- May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis

Aqua (in both products)
Solvent
0 / —
Undecane
Emollient
Tridecane
Emollient
3-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid
Skin Conditioning
- Vitamin C
- Vitamin C derivative (stable)
- Antioxidant
- Brightening
- Dark Spots
Glycerin (in both products)
Humectant
0 / 0
- Possibly animal-derived
- Hydrating
Caffeine (in both products)
Skin Conditioning
- Under-Eye Care
Isoamyl Laurate
Emollient
- Fatty esters (glyceryl stearate, PEG-100 stearate)
- May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis
Acetyl Hexapeptide-8 (in both products)
Humectant
- Fatty alcohols (Malassezia)
- Peptides
- Anti-Aging
- Firming
- Smoothing
- May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis
Caprylyl Glycol
Emollient
0-1 / —
Propanediol (in both products)
Viscosity Controlling
0-1 / —
- Hydrating

These ingredients are found in both products.

Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.

Aqua
Solvent
Water
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Glycerin
Denaturant, Fragrance, Hair Conditioning, Humectant, Oral Care, Perfuming, Humectant, Skin Protecting, Solvent, Viscosity Controlling
Glycerin may be plant, synthetic or animal depending on the supplier.
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Propanediol
Solvent, Viscosity Controlling
Propanediol is the organic compound that conforms to the formula
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Xanthan Gum
Binding, Emulsion Stabilising, Gel Forming, Skin Conditioning, Cleansing, Emulsifying, Viscosity Controlling
Xanthan gum
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Acetyl Hexapeptide-8
Humectant, Skin Conditioning
Acetyl Hexapeptide-8 isn't fungal acne safe.
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Caffeine
Fragrance, Perfuming, Skin Conditioning
Caffeine is the heterocyclic organic compound that conforms to the formula
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