Minimalist Vitamin K + Retinal 1% Eye Cream vs SkinCeuticals A.G.E. Advanced Eye Cream for Dark Circles

Minimalist

SkinCeuticals

An eye cream built around Niacinamide and Hyaluronic acid, for barrier repair and hydration.

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

Eye cream

38 ingredients

33 ingredients

Brand price

INR 449.00 · checked 26 Sept 2026 · brand's site

Brand price

USD 125.00 · checked 28 Sept 2026 · brand's site

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Brand from India

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At a Glance

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Retinoid1
Vitamin A derivatives that speed cell turnover.
Retinal
Hyaluronic acid1
Hyaluronic acid and its salts; a humectant that binds water to the skin.
Sodium Hyaluronate
Niacinamide1
Vitamin B3 — supports the barrier and evens tone.
Niacinamide
Peptides2
Short amino-acid chains used as signalling actives.
Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7, Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1

Vitamin E2
Tocopherols — fat-soluble antioxidants.
Tocopherol, Tocopheryl Acetate
Polysorbates (Tween emulsifiers)1
Polysorbate (Tween) emulsifiers.
Polysorbate 20
Lactic acid1
An AHA that also acts as a humectant.
Sodium Lactate
Peptides2
Short amino-acid chains used as signalling actives.
Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7, Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1

Hydrating7
Boosts hydration and relieves dry, tight skin.
Butylene Glycol, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Dimethicone, Glycerin, Glyceryl Glucoside, Propanediol, Sodium Hyaluronate
Barrier Repair8
Strengthens and restores the skin's natural barrier.
Behenyl Alcohol, Brassica Glycerides, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Diisopropyl Sebacate, Dimethicone, Glycerin, Niacinamide, Phytonadione Epoxide
Reduces Irritation1
Eases discomfort and supports skin resilience.
Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7
Redness Reducing1
Soothes visible redness and calms irritation.
Niacinamide

Hydrating6
Boosts hydration and relieves dry, tight skin.
Butylene Glycol, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Glycol, Sodium Lactate, Sorbitol, Tocopherol
Barrier Repair5
Strengthens and restores the skin's natural barrier.
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Hexyl Laurate, Octyldodecanol, Silica Silylate, Tocopherol
Reduces Irritation1
Eases discomfort and supports skin resilience.
Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7
Anti-Aging2
Softens lines and helps skin look youthful.
Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7, Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1

May Trigger Acne3
Can clog pores or trigger breakouts.
Glyceryl Stearate Se, Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Oil, Steareth-20
May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis8
May feed the yeast involved in seborrheic dermatitis.
Behenyl Alcohol, Brassica Glycerides, Glyceryl Stearate Se, Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7, Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1, Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-6, Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Oil, Steareth-20
May Worsen Keratosis Pilaris3
May clog follicles or strip skin prone to keratosis pilaris.
Glyceryl Stearate Se, Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Oil, Steareth-20
May Worsen Oily Skin1
May increase shine or excess oil.
Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Oil

May Trigger Acne1
Can clog pores or trigger breakouts.
Tocopherol
May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis5
May feed the yeast involved in seborrheic dermatitis.
Hexyl Laurate, Octyldodecanol, Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7, Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1, Polysorbate 20
May Worsen Keratosis Pilaris1
May clog follicles or strip skin prone to keratosis pilaris.
Tocopherol
May Worsen Irritation2
May cause stinging, redness or sensitivity.
Alcohol, Tocopherol

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Water
Skin Conditioning
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride (in both products)
Occlusive
1 / 1
Niacinamide
Smoothing
0 / —
- Niacinamide
- Acne Fighting
- Barrier Repair
- Brightening
- Dark Spots
- Even Tone
- Oil Control
- Pore Refining
- Redness Reducing
Propanediol
Viscosity Controlling
0-1 / —
- Hydrating
Glycerin
Humectant
0 / 0
- Possibly animal-derived
- Hydrating
Caffeine (in both products)
Skin Conditioning
- Under-Eye Care
Dimethicone
Emollient
1 / 0
- Silicones
- Barrier Repair
- Hydrating
- Smoothing
Brassica Glycerides
Emollient
- Fatty esters (glyceryl stearate, PEG-100 stearate)
- May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis
Diisopropyl Sebacate
Emollient
Maltodextrin
Skin Conditioning
0-1 / —

Hexyl Laurate
Emollient
- Fatty esters (glyceryl stearate, PEG-100 stearate)
- May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis
Cellulose
Viscosity Controlling
0-1 / —
Polyethylene
Abrasive
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride (in both products)
Occlusive
1 / 1
Octyldodecanol
Emollient
- Fatty alcohols (Malassezia)
- May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis
Phenoxyethanol (in both products)
Preservative
0 / —
Butylene Glycol (in both products)
Humectant
1 / 0
- Hydrating
Caffeine (in both products)
Skin Conditioning
- Under-Eye Care
Silica Silylate
Emollient
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
0 / 0
- Vitamin E
- Antioxidant

These ingredients are found in both products.

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

Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Fragrance, Perfuming, Occlusive, Solvent
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride is the mixed triester of glycerin and caprylic and capric acids.
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Caffeine
Fragrance, Perfuming, Skin Conditioning
Caffeine is the heterocyclic organic compound that conforms to the formula
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Butylene Glycol
Fragrance, Humectant, Skin Conditioning, Solvent, Viscosity Controlling
Butane-1,3-diol (CAS No. 107-88-0/ EC No. 203-529-7) (R)-(-)-butane-1,3-diol” (CAS No. 6290-03-5/ EC No. 228-532-0)
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Carbomer
Emulsion Stabilising, Gel Forming, Viscosity Controlling
2-Propenoic acid, polymer with 2,2-bis(hydroxymethyl)propane-1,3-diol 2-propenyl ether
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Phenoxyethanol
Antimicrobial, Preservative
Phenoxyethanol is the aromatic ether alcohol that conforms to the formula:
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Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7
Skin Conditioning
Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7 isn't fungal acne safe.
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Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1
Skin Conditioning
Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1 isn't fungal acne safe.
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