The Ordinary

Multi-Peptide Eye Serum

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Fit by skin type

General, ingredient-based — not your personalized match.

Dry
52%
Combination (dry)
52%
Balanced
82%
Combination (oily)
88%
Oily
88%

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Ingredients
7
Benefits
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Actives
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A multi-peptide eye serum to target dark circles, puffiness, and multiple signs of aging.

Key Insights

Benefits

7
Anti-Aging
Evens Skin Tone
Hydration
Oil Control
Pore Minimizer
Smooths Bumpy Skin
Soothing

Active Ingredients

3
AHA Neuropeptides Vitamin B3 (niacinamide)

Risks

2
Alcohol
Allergen

About Multi-Peptide Eye Serum

Overview

Multi-Peptide Eye Serum is a lightweight serum from The Ordinary, a brand based in Canada. The formula is built mainly around hydration. The ingredient list runs to 34 ingredients, each broken down in full below.

Texture and finish

By its ingredient list the formula reads as light: water and humectants lead, with emollients kept lower in the order. Hydration is handled by Glycerin, Butylene Glycol and Propanediol, humectants that pull water into the upper layers of skin rather than sealing it there.

What the formula does

Hydration: High. Ingredients that pull and hold water in the upper layers of skin, and here that comes from Glycerin, Butylene Glycol, Propanediol and Ethylhexylglycerin.

Soothing: Moderate. Ingredients aimed at visible redness and reactivity, and here that comes from Acetyl Glucosamine, Niacinamide, Acetyl Tetrapeptide-5 and Epigallocatechin Gallatyl Glucoside.

Brightening: Moderate. Ingredients that act on uneven tone and post-inflammatory marks, and here that comes from Niacinamide, Acetyl Glucosamine and Glycolic Acid.

Firmness signalling: Moderate. Peptides and growth factors that signal for collagen support, and here that comes from Palmitoyl Tripeptide-38, Acetyl Tetrapeptide-5, Myristoyl Nonapeptide-3 and Dipeptide Diaminobutyroyl Benzylamide Diacetate.

Who it suits

On richness alone it suits Balanced, Combination (oily) and Oily skin best, and is the least natural fit for Dry and Combination (dry) skin. Nothing in the list is flagged as a common irritant, which is a reasonable starting point for reactive skin — though a patch test is still the only way to know.

What it does not target

The formula contributes little or nothing on antioxidant protection. That is not a fault — most products are not meant to do everything — but if one of those is your priority, this is not the product that will address it.

What is not in it

Reading the full list, the formula is essential-oil-free, no drying alcohol, paraben-free, silicone-free, microplastic-free and sulfate-free. Those claims come from the ingredient list itself, not from the packaging. It does contain fragrance, worth knowing if your skin reacts to any of them.

Where it fits in a routine

It can be used morning and evening. In a routine it goes before moisturiser. Tap along the orbital bone with your ring finger; product migrates upward on its own.

This summary is generated from the product's ingredient list. It is not a review, it is not the brand's own marketing claims, and it does not replace advice from a dermatologist.

Pros and cons

Drawn purely from the ingredient list

Pros

  • No essential oils
  • No drying alcohol
  • Silicone-free
  • No microplastics
  • Strong humectant content for hydration
  • No common irritants flagged in the list

Things to know

  • Contains fragrance or declared fragrance allergens
  • One ingredient could feed malassezia (fungal acne)

Which skin types it suits

Scored on how rich or light the formula reads from its INCI order.

Suitable for

  • Balanced skin
  • Combination (oily) skin
  • Oily skin

Less suitable for

  • Dry skin
  • Combination (dry) skin

Sensitive skin

No ingredient in this formula carries a common-irritant flag, making it a reasonable option for reactive skin. A patch test is still recommended, as individual skin reactivity varies.

Skin concerns

Based on the curated benefits documented for this product's ingredients.

Helps with

  • Anti-Aging 11 ingredients

    Boosts collagen and cell turnover to reduce fine lines and wrinkles

  • Hydration 11 ingredients

    Attracts and locks in moisture to keep skin plump and dewy

  • Soothing 6 ingredients

    Calms redness, irritation, and inflammation for sensitive skin

  • Evens Skin Tone 2 ingredients

    Brightens and balances complexion for a more uniform appearance

  • Oil Control 1 ingredient

    Regulates sebum production to reduce shine and greasiness

  • Pore Minimizer 1 ingredient

    Tightens and refines the look of enlarged pores

  • Smooths Bumpy Skin 1 ingredient

    Refines texture by gently exfoliating rough, uneven patches

Does not target

Anti-Acne Blackhead Reducing Dark Spot Fading

None of the ingredients in this formula are associated with these benefits. This is not unusual, as most products are designed to target a limited number of concerns.

Key ingredients

The actives, UV filters and benefit-carrying ingredients in this formula, in the order they are listed.

2nd on the list, which puts it at an estimated 5–20% of the formula.

Glycerine ;Glycerol (INN); Glycerol (RIFM); Glycerolum (EP); Glycyl Alcohol; 1,2,3-Propanetriol; 1,2,3-Trihydroxypropane

Hydration Anti-Aging

3rd on the list, which puts it at an estimated 5–20% of the formula.

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)

Hydration

4th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 2–10% of the formula.

1,3-dihydroxypropane

Hydration

6th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 2–10% of the formula.

N-acetyl-.alpha.-D-glucosamine

Hydration Soothing Evens Skin Tone
Niacinamide Vitamin B3 (niacinamide)

7th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–5% of the formula.

Niacinamide (vitamin B3) is a gentle skincare active that repairs the skin barrier, calms redness, controls oil and evens tone at 2–5%. Official IUPAC name: **3-Pyridinecarboxamide**

Soothing Anti-Aging Pore Minimizer

8th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–5% of the formula.

Palmitoyl Tripeptide-38 is the reaction product of palmitic acid and Tripeptide-38

Anti-Aging

9th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–5% of the formula.

Acetyl Tetrapeptide-5 is product obtained by the acetylation of Tetrapeptide-5

Anti-Aging Soothing

12th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.

1H-Purine-2,6-dione, 3,7-dihydro-1,3,7-trimethyl-

Anti-Aging

13th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.

Epigallocatechin Gallatyl Glucoside is the product obtained by the reaction of Epigallocatechin Gallate and glucose

Anti-Aging Hydration Soothing

14th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.

Gallyl Glucoside is the product of the reaction of Gallic Acid and glucose

Anti-Aging Hydration Soothing

16th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.

Methylsilanetriol

Hydration

Formula analysis

Each axis is scored from the ingredients present and how high up the list they sit.

Hydration High

Ingredients that pull and hold water in the upper layers of skin

Barrier support Low

Lipids and repair signals that support skin barrier integrity

Antioxidant support None

Ingredients that mop up free radicals from UV and pollution

Oil control Low

Ingredients that moderate sebum or absorb shine

Brightening Moderate

Ingredients that act on uneven tone and post-inflammatory marks

Soothing Moderate

Ingredients aimed at visible redness and reactivity

Cell renewal Low

Retinoids, acids and enzymes that speed surface turnover

Firmness signalling Moderate

Peptides and growth factors that signal for collagen support

Active and supporting ingredients

"Active" here means an ingredient carrying a recorded active type or a recognised UV filter.

Active ingredients (4)

Supporting ingredients (30)

Solvents, emollients, texture agents and preservatives — the formula that carries the actives.

Aqua Glycerin Butylene Glycol Propanediol Dipropylene Glycol Acetyl Glucosamine Palmitoyl Tripeptide-38 Acetyl Tetrapeptide-5 Myristoyl Nonapeptide-3 Caffeine Epigallocatechin Gallatyl Glucoside Gallyl Glucoside Fraxinus Excelsior Bark Extract Silanetriol Arginine Pentylene Glycol Hydroxymethoxyphenyl Decanone Propyl Gallate Maltodextrin Hydroxypropyl Cyclodextrin Hydroxyethylcellulose Xanthan Gum Sodium Citrate Polysorbate 20 Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate Dehydroacetic Acid Ethylhexylglycerin Benzyl Alcohol Phenoxyethanol Chlorphenesin

What is and is not in it

Read from the full ingredient list. A brand's own claim may differ.

Free from

  • Essential-oil-free
  • No drying alcohol
  • Paraben-free
  • Silicone-free
  • Microplastic-free
  • Sulfate-free
  • Dye-free
  • Oil-free
  • No animal-derived ingredients

Contains

  • Fragrance

    Benzyl Alcohol

What to layer it with

Judged by the same curated rules our routine checker uses. It reads the ingredients, not the label.

Compatible with

  • Azelaic acid
  • Copper peptides
  • Bakuchiol
  • Niacinamide
  • Hyaluronic acid
  • Ceramides
  • Signal peptides
  • Panthenol
  • Sunscreen

Use with caution

  • Retinoids (retinol, retinal)

    Best kept to separate routines — one in the morning, one at night, or on alternate days.

  • Vitamin C (L-ascorbic acid)

    Can be layered, but the combination raises the irritation risk. Go slowly.

  • AHAs (glycolic, lactic)

    Can be layered, but the combination raises the irritation risk. Go slowly.

  • BHA (salicylic acid)

    Can be layered, but the combination raises the irritation risk. Go slowly.

  • PHAs (gluconolactone)

    Can be layered, but the combination raises the irritation risk. Go slowly.

  • Benzoyl peroxide

    Can be layered, but the combination raises the irritation risk. Go slowly.

Where it fits in a routine

Morning Evening
  1. Cleanse
  2. Toning
  3. Eye
  4. Moisturise
  5. Protect

This product is the "Eye" step.

  • Tap along the orbital bone with your ring finger; product migrates upward on its own.

Safety and suitability

Flags to check, not verdicts. None of this is medical advice — if you are pregnant, breastfeeding or treating a skin condition, ask a doctor.

Pregnancy and breastfeeding
Nothing in this formula is on the standard pregnancy-caution list. That is not clearance — ask your doctor about anything you use daily.
Fungal acne (malassezia)
1 ingredient could feed malassezia: Polysorbate 20. That is about the yeast's food supply, not a prediction that you will break out.
Sensitive and reactive skin
No ingredient in this formula carries a common-irritant flag, making it a reasonable option for reactive skin. A patch test is still recommended, as individual skin reactivity varies.
Recorded ingredient risks
Alcohol, Allergen

Ingredients by function

Most ingredients do more than one job, so these counts add up to more than the 34 ingredients on the label.

8
Texture agent

Sets the thickness, spread and stability of the formula

7
Solvent

Dissolves and carries everything else

4
Active

Changes how skin behaves rather than how it feels

4
Peptide

Amino-acid chains that signal for repair or firmness

4
Preservative

Keeps the product free of microbial growth

3
Antioxidant

Neutralises free radicals from UV and pollution

3
Humectant

Draws water into the upper layers of skin

3
Chelator

Binds trace metals that would otherwise spoil the formula

3
Occlusive

Forms a film that slows water loss

3
pH adjuster

Sets the acidity the formula needs to work

2
Surfactant

Lifts oil and dirt, or holds oil and water together

1
Fragrance / colour

Changes how the product smells or looks

1
Plant extract

Botanical material, usually for antioxidants or scent

Ingredient breakdown

Every ingredient on the label, in order, with what it does and roughly how much of it is likely to be there.

1 Aqua Solvent
Estimated level
30–80%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
Roles
Solvent

1st on the list, which puts it at an estimated 30–80% of the formula.

Water

2 Glycerin Humectant
Estimated level
5–20%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
Roles
Humectant, Occlusive, Texture agent, Solvent

2nd on the list, which puts it at an estimated 5–20% of the formula.

Glycerine ;Glycerol (INN); Glycerol (RIFM); Glycerolum (EP); Glycyl Alcohol; 1,2,3-Propanetriol; 1,2,3-Trihydroxypropane

Hydration Anti-Aging
6 scientific references
  • Journal of Pharmaceutical Investigation, March 2021, pages 223-231
  • International Journal of Toxicology, November/December 2019, Volume 38, Supplement 3, pages 6S-22S
  • International Journal of Cosmetic Science, August 2016, ePublication
  • British Journal of Dermatology, July 2008, pages 23-34
  • Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, June 2007, pages 75-82
  • Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, June 2003, pages 7, 360-7, 365
3 Butylene Glycol Humectant
Estimated level
5–20%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
Roles
Humectant, Texture agent, Solvent

3rd on the list, which puts it at an estimated 5–20% of the formula.

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)

Hydration
5 scientific references
  • CosmeticsInfoorg, Accessed March 2021, ePublication
  • US Food and Drug Administration Code of Federal Regulations</em>, Accessed March 2021, ePublication
  • International Journal of Toxicology, May 2011, pages 5S-16S
  • Skin Research and Technology, November 2007, pages 417-24
  • Journal of the American College of Toxicology, September 1985, pages 223-248
4 Propanediol Texture agent
Estimated level
2–10%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
Roles
Texture agent, Solvent

4th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 2–10% of the formula.

1,3-dihydroxypropane

Hydration
4 scientific references
  • PubChem Compound Summary, April 2021, ePublication
  • SpecialChem, Accessed April 2021, ePublication
  • Cosmetic Ingredient Review, June 2018, pages 1-73
  • Cosmetics & Toiletries, May 2013, pages 81-86
5 Dipropylene Glycol Texture agent
Estimated level
2–10%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
Roles
Texture agent, Solvent

5th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 2–10% of the formula.

1,1'-Oxydipropan-2-ol; Oxydipropan-2-ol; Hydroxypropyloxypropanol

Estimated level
2–10%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line

6th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 2–10% of the formula.

N-acetyl-.alpha.-D-glucosamine

Hydration Soothing Evens Skin Tone
6 scientific references
  • Cosmetic Ingredient Review, July 2022, pages 1-25
  • International Journal of Pharmaceutics, March 2020, pages 1-10
  • Life Sciences, May 2016, pages 21-29
  • Drug Design, Development and Therapy, August 2014, pages 1, 923-1, 928
  • Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, June 2013, pages 96-102; and December 2006, pages 309-315
  • Dermato-endocrinology, July 2012, pages 253-258
7 Niacinamide Active
Estimated level
1–5%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
Roles
Active

7th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–5% of the formula.

Niacinamide (vitamin B3) is a gentle skincare active that repairs the skin barrier, calms redness, controls oil and evens tone at 2–5%. Official IUPAC name: **3-Pyridinecarboxamide**

Soothing Anti-Aging Pore Minimizer
15 scientific references
  • International Journal of Dermatology, February 2021, pages 166-173
  • Biomolecules & Therapeutics, July 2019, pages 562-569
  • Experimental Dermatology, February 2019, pages 15-22
  • Dermatologic Therapy, September 2017, ePublication
  • Journal of Investigative Dermatology, May 2017, page S116
  • International Journal of Pharmaceutics, March 2017, pages 158-162
  • Facial Plastic Surgery Clinics of North America, May 2016, pages 145-152
  • Clinical, Cosmetic, and Investigational Dermatology, July 2015, pages 405-412
  • Skin Pharmacology and Physiology, June 2014, pages 311-315
  • International Journal of Pharmacy, January 2013, pages 192-201
  • Dermatoendrocrinology, July 2012, pages 308-319
  • International Journal of Toxicology, September 2005, pages 1-31
  • Dermatologic Surgery, July 2005, pages 860-865
  • International Journal of Cosmetic Science, October 2004, pages 231-238
  • Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, April 2004, pages 88-93
Estimated level
1–5%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
Roles
Peptide

8th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–5% of the formula.

Palmitoyl Tripeptide-38 is the reaction product of palmitic acid and Tripeptide-38

Anti-Aging
1 scientific reference
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Estimated level
1–5%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
Roles
Humectant, Peptide

9th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–5% of the formula.

Acetyl Tetrapeptide-5 is product obtained by the acetylation of Tetrapeptide-5

Anti-Aging Soothing
Estimated level
1–5%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
Roles
Peptide

10th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–5% of the formula.

Myristoyl Nonapeptide-3 is the product of the reaction of myristic acid and Nonapeptide-3

Estimated level
1–3%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line

12th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.

1H-Purine-2,6-dione, 3,7-dihydro-1,3,7-trimethyl-

Anti-Aging
Estimated level
1–3%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
Roles
Antioxidant

13th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.

Epigallocatechin Gallatyl Glucoside is the product obtained by the reaction of Epigallocatechin Gallate and glucose

Anti-Aging Hydration Soothing
14 Gallyl Glucoside Antioxidant
Estimated level
1–3%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
Roles
Antioxidant

14th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.

Gallyl Glucoside is the product of the reaction of Gallic Acid and glucose

Anti-Aging Hydration Soothing
Estimated level
1–3%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
Roles
Plant extract

15th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.

Fraxinus Excelsior Bark Extract is an extract of the bark of the European Ash, Fraxinus excelsior L., Oleaceae

Estimated level
1–3%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line

16th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.

Methylsilanetriol

Hydration
3 scientific references
  • Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, December 2018, ePublication
  • Journal of Thermal Analysis and Calorimetry, November 2011, pages 399-405
  • Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, June 2008, ePublication
Estimated level
1–3%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line

17th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.

L-Arginine

Hydration Anti-Aging
6 scientific references
  • Biobased Surfactants (Second Edition), 2019, pages 413-445
  • Scientific Reports, February 2016, pages 1-10
  • Cosmetic Ingredient Review, October 2012, pages 1-35
  • Journal of Advanced Research, July 2010, pages 169–177
  • International Journal of Cosmetic Science, April 2005, page 139
  • Wound Repair and Regeneration, November-December 2003, pages 419-423
Estimated level
1–3%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
Roles
Solvent

18th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.

1,2-Dihydroxypentane

Hydration
4 scientific references
  • https://thedermreviewcom/pentylene-glycol/
  • Regulatory Toxicology and Pharmacology, July 2017, pages 106-111
  • Prospector, June 2015, ePublication
  • International Journal of Toxicology, October 2012, pages 147S-168S
Estimated level
1–3%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line

19th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.

3-Decanone, 1-(4-hydroxy-3-methoxyphenyl)-,[6]-Gingerone

Anti-Aging Soothing
20 Propyl Gallate Antioxidant
Estimated level
1–3%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
Roles
Antioxidant

20th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.

Propyl 3,4,5-trihydroxybenzoate

21 Maltodextrin Occlusive
Estimated level
1–3%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
Roles
Occlusive, Texture agent

21st on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.

Maltodextrin

Oil Control Hydration
Estimated level
1–3%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line

22nd on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.

.beta.-Cyclodextrin, 2-hydroxypropyl ethers

Estimated level
1–3%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
Roles
Occlusive, Texture agent

23rd on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.

Cellulose, 2-hydroxyethyl ether

24 Xanthan Gum Surfactant
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Surfactant, Texture agent

24th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Xanthan gum

25 Citric Acid Active
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Active, Chelator, pH adjuster

25th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

2-Hydroxy-1,2,3-propanetricarboxylic acid

26 Glycolic Acid Active
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Active, pH adjuster

26th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Acetic acid, hydroxy-

Anti-Aging Evens Skin Tone Smooths Bumpy Skin
5 scientific references
  • Molecules, April 2018, 23(4), ePublication
  • DNA Cell Biology, February 2017, pages 177-187
  • Journal of Clinical and Aesthetic Dermatology, October 2015, pages 21-26
  • BioMed Research International, 2015, Volume 2015
  • Dermatology Research and Practice, February 2015, Volume 2015
27 Sodium Citrate Chelator
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Chelator, pH adjuster

27th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Trisodium citrate

28 Polysorbate 20 Surfactant
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Surfactant

28th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Sorbitan, monododecanoate, poly(oxy-1,2-ethanediyl) derivs.

Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Chelator

29th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

L-Aspartic acid, N,N'-1,2-ethanediylbis-, trisodium salt

30 Dehydroacetic Acid Preservative
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Preservative

30th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

3-Acetyl-6-methyl-2H-pyran-2,4(3H)-dione

Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line

31st on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

1,2-Propanediol, 3-(2-ethylhexyloxy)

Hydration
5 scientific references
  • PLoS One, October 2016, ePublication
  • Contact Dermatitis, May 2016, pages 281-288
  • International Journal of Toxicology, September 2013, pages 5S-21S
  • Personal Care, 2008, pages 1-4
  • Cosmetic Science Technology, 2006, pages 1-11
32 Benzyl Alcohol Texture agent
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Texture agent, Solvent, Preservative, Fragrance / colour

32nd on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Benzyl alcohol

Alcohol Allergen
33 Phenoxyethanol Preservative
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Preservative

33rd on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

2-Phenoxyethanol

34 Chlorphenesin Preservative
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Preservative

34th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

1,2-Propanediol, 3-(4-chlorophenoxy)-

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Frequently asked questions

What ingredients are in Multi-Peptide Eye Serum?

AQUA, GLYCERIN, BUTYLENE GLYCOL, PROPANEDIOL, DIPROPYLENE GLYCOL, ACETYL GLUCOSAMINE, NIACINAMIDE, PALMITOYL TRIPEPTIDE-38, ACETYL TETRAPEPTIDE-5, MYRISTOYL NONAPEPTIDE-3, DIPEPTIDE DIAMINOBUTYROYL BENZYLAMIDE DIACETATE, CAFFEINE, EPIGALLOCATECHIN GALLATYL GLUCOSIDE, GALLYL GLUCOSIDE, FRAXINUS EXCELSIOR BARK EXTRACT, SILANETRIOL, ARGININE, PENTYLENE GLYCOL, HYDROXYMETHOXYPHENYL DECANONE, PROPYL GALLATE, MALTODEXTRIN, HYDROXYPROPYL CYCLODEXTRIN, HYDROXYETHYLCELLULOSE, XANTHAN GUM, CITRIC ACID, GLYCOLIC ACID, SODIUM CITRATE, POLYSORBATE 20, TRISODIUM ETHYLENEDIAMINE DISUCCINATE, DEHYDROACETIC ACID, ETHYLHEXYLGLYCERIN, BENZYL ALCOHOL, PHENOXYETHANOL, CHLORPHENESIN.

What are the active ingredients in Multi-Peptide Eye Serum?

NIACINAMIDE, DIPEPTIDE DIAMINOBUTYROYL BENZYLAMIDE DIACETATE, CITRIC ACID, GLYCOLIC ACID.

How do I use Multi-Peptide Eye Serum?

-Apply a small amount to eye contours in the morning and evening.

What skin types is Multi-Peptide Eye Serum good for?

Judged on how rich the formula reads from its ingredient list, it suits Balanced, Combination (oily), Oily skin best. It is the least natural fit for Dry, Combination (dry) skin.

Is Multi-Peptide Eye Serum good for sensitive skin?

No ingredient in this formula carries a common-irritant flag, making it a reasonable option for reactive skin. A patch test is still recommended, as individual skin reactivity varies.

Is Multi-Peptide Eye Serum fungal acne safe?

One ingredient could feed malassezia: Polysorbate 20. That describes the yeast's food supply, not a prediction that it will cause a breakout.

Can I use Multi-Peptide Eye Serum while pregnant?

Nothing in this formula is on the standard pregnancy-caution list. That is not medical clearance — check anything you use daily with your doctor or midwife.

Is Multi-Peptide Eye Serum fragrance free?

No — it contains Benzyl Alcohol.

Does Multi-Peptide Eye Serum contain alcohol?

No. Reading the full ingredient list, this formula is no drying alcohol.

Is Multi-Peptide Eye Serum silicone free?

Yes. Reading the full ingredient list, this formula is silicone-free.

Does Multi-Peptide Eye Serum contain essential oils?

No. Reading the full ingredient list, this formula is essential-oil-free.

Is Multi-Peptide Eye Serum paraben free?

Yes. Reading the full ingredient list, this formula is paraben-free.

What can I layer with Multi-Peptide Eye Serum?

It layers well with Azelaic acid, Copper peptides, Bakuchiol, Niacinamide, Hyaluronic acid, Ceramides. Take more care combining it with Retinoids (retinol, retinal), Vitamin C (L-ascorbic acid), AHAs (glycolic, lactic), BHA (salicylic acid), PHAs (gluconolactone), Benzoyl peroxide — use them in separate routines or on alternate days.

When should I apply Multi-Peptide Eye Serum?

Use it morning and evening, before moisturiser.

How many ingredients does Multi-Peptide Eye Serum have?

It lists 34 ingredients, of which 4 are recorded as actives.

Who makes Multi-Peptide Eye Serum?

The Ordinary, a brand based in Canada.

Brand
The Ordinary
Country
Canada

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