Brighten-i™ Dark Circle Brightening Eye Cream

Name: The INKEY List Brighten-i™ Dark Circle Brightening Eye Cream
Brand: The INKEY List

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Overall score7.4

The INKEY List Brighten-i™ Dark Circle Brightening Eye Cream scores 7.4/9.8 overall. It ranks highest in low irritation risk (9.5) and formulation safety (9.0).

✶ Hero ingredients

#2Dimethicone

Silicone that smooths and protects

#3Coco-Caprylate/Caprate

Light coconut-derived emollient

#4Glycerin

One of the most effective humectants

Score breakdown

Overall

7.4

Hydration Efficacy7.7

Irritation Risk9.5

Active Ingredient Strength2.0

Ingredient Transparency8.5

Formulation Safety9.0

Estimated — based on ingredient analysis. Scores refine as user reviews are added.

Scores last verified: June 2026

What makes The INKEY List Brighten-i™ Dark Circle Brightening Eye Cream stand out

The INKEY List Brighten-i™ Dark Circle Brightening Eye Cream is a solid eye-care with an overall score of 7.4/9.8. Positioned in the budget bracket, it delivers a well-rounded formulation that balances efficacy with gentleness. The formula leads with Dimethicone, Coco-Caprylate/Caprate, Glycerin — ingredients that support the skin barrier and moisture levels.

It performs well on hydration (7.7) and low irritation risk (9.5). On the flip side, active ingredient concentration is on the lighter side.

Is this right for you?

Great for

✓Dry or dehydrated skin — strong moisture-binding profile
✓Sensitive skin — low irritation risk with a gentle formulation
✓Safety-conscious shoppers — clean formulation with minimal flags

May not suit

⚠Those seeking potent actives — this leans more maintenance than treatment

Key ingredients

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Dimethicone
Softens and smooths — #2 in the INCI list
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Coco-Caprylate/Caprate

Full ingredient list

25 ingredients — listed in INCI order (highest concentration first)

#2Dimethicone #3Coco-Caprylate/Caprate #4Glycerin #5Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride #6Glyceryl Stearate #8Punica Granatum (Pomegranate) Seed Oil #9Ethylhexyl Palmitate #10Mica

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Softens and smooths — #3 in the INCI list

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Glycerin

Draws in moisture — #4 in the INCI list

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Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride

Softens and smooths — #5 in the INCI list

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Punica Granatum (Pomegranate) Seed Oil

Softens and smooths — #8 in the INCI list

#11

Phenoxyethanol