APLB GLUTATHIONE NIACINAMIDE EYE CREAM 20ML

Values: 100% Genuine (Adilsons policy) · Fragrance-Free · Halal-Friendly* · Vegan: No.

Tired-looking eyes read to other people before almost anything else on your face changes, which is part of why under-eye dullness feels disproportionately discouraging. This cream's job is realistic: hydrate the thinnest skin on your face and support a slightly brighter, less flat-looking under-eye over weeks, not overnight.

Pros: higher niacinamide concentration (2%) than the body-care products in this line; fragrance-free; rich enough to genuinely address dry under-eye skin. Caveats: FA-conditional emulsifier base means fungal-acne-prone users should patch test; contains Beeswax and Hydrolyzed Collagen so it is not vegan; cannot address structural puffiness or deep wrinkles.

Bedside-compatible: yes. No rinsing, tiny amount needed, applies in seconds with a ring finger. This is one of the easiest steps to keep up even on a low-energy day.

Step 1 — When: AM or PM, or both. Step 2 — How much: ½ rice-grain per eye. Step 3 — How: pat gently with your ring finger along the orbital bone, never directly on the lash line or eyelid.

Introduce this as the ONLY new product in your routine. Wait a full 14 days before adding anything else. This isolation window ensures you can identify whether any reaction is caused by this specific product.

1. Cleanse. 2. Toner/serum. 3. APLB Glutathione Niacinamide Eye Cream — ½ rice-grain per eye, patted along the orbital bone. 4. Face moisturizer. 5. SPF50+ PA++++, non-negotiable (including a thin layer around, not directly on, the eye area).

In Mauritius heat, sweat can carry any product applied too close to the lash line into the eyes — pat this cream at least 1cm from the orbital bone to avoid stinging on hot, sweaty days.

1. Double cleanse if wearing makeup/SPF. 2. Toner/serum. 3. APLB Glutathione Niacinamide Eye Cream, ½ rice-grain per eye. 4. Face moisturizer.

This eye cream carries no exfoliating or retinoid actives, so it has no fixed lane in a 4-night skin-cycling schedule and can be used every night regardless of which facial active you run.

Pat/Press (do not rub): the under-eye skin is thinner than anywhere else on the face — rubbing here accelerates fine-line formation from mechanical stress rather than treating it. Use your ring finger, which naturally applies the lightest pressure.

Apply on slightly damp skin at least 1cm from the lash line, and wait 10-20 seconds before layering face moisturizer over the same area.

This is an encyclopedia map of all product types. You do not use all of these daily. You select modules based on your skin state.

Global rules: viscosity ladder thinnest to thickest, water-phase before oil-phase, treatments before seals. Amount defaults: toner/essence 5-8 drops, serum 2-3 drops/1 pump, eye product ½ rice-grain per eye — this product's default, gel moisturizer 1-1.5 peas, cream 1-2 peas, sunscreen 2-finger rule for the face plus one finger for the neck. If a routine pills, stings, or feels heavy, reduce layers rather than adding more.

AM Maximum Stack: (1) rinse/gentle cleanse, (2) pH-prep toner, (3) hydrating toner layers, (4) essence, (5) mist, (6) soothing/booster serum, (7) antioxidant lane, (8) pigment-support lane, (9) hydration serum lane, (10) oil-control lane, (11) peptide/growth-factor/repair lane, (12) eye cream — this product's slot, (13) moisturizer, (14) optional occlusive seal, (15) SPF50+ PA++++ (non-negotiable), (16) lip SPF. In AM, prioritize comfort and SPF adherence over stacking.

PM Maximum Stack: (1) micellar pre-cleanse, (2) oil cleanser, (3) water cleanser, (4) pH-prep toner, (5) hydrating toner layers, (6) essence, (7) soothing serum, (8) anchor active, (9) targeted serum, (10) moisturizer, (11) sleeping mask, (12) occlusive seal, (13) spot treatment, (14) lip sleeping mask. Eye cream generally applies right before or after the general moisturizer step, either order works. Do not layer retinoids with AHA/BHA in the same night; keep "one lane" per night.

Lane strictness: Retinoid OR Exfoliation OR Strong Vitamin C OR Acne-control active per routine — barrier/hydration products like this eye cream can always accompany any of those lanes.

This is a rich, thick eye cream — a small, concentrated amount applied to a small area, either right before or right after your regular facial moisturizer.

It is an emulsion (water-and-oil-phase) product; the eye area's especially thin skin means even a small amount of a rich cream goes further here than the same texture would on the rest of the face.

Before starting this product, your routine should already include a gentle cleanser and basic face moisturizer. This is a supportive add-on step, not a foundational one.

Under-eye dryness/dullness: Glycerin, Sodium Hyaluronate, Trehalose, and the Shea Butter/Squalane base hydrate and soften the thinnest skin on the face. Tone support: Niacinamide (2%) and Glutathione (0.1%) work through complementary pigment-related mechanisms — niacinamide blocking melanosome transfer, glutathione inhibiting tyrosinase. Fine-line support: Adenosine is one of the better-evidenced small-molecule ingredients for supporting collagen synthesis at appropriate concentrations, though this product's specific concentration is not disclosed.

What this product cannot do: it cannot eliminate genuine under-eye puffiness caused by fluid retention or fat pad herniation (a structural, not topical, issue), and it cannot remove deep, static wrinkles.

Primary — APLB Glutathione Niacinamide Facial Cream 55ml: the same active pairing for the rest of the face, layered around this eye cream.

Alternative 1 — APLB Glutathione Niacinamide Facial Toner 160ml: the first hydration layer of the same line, applied before both this cream and the facial cream.

Alternative 2 — COSRX Advanced Snail Peptide Eye Cream: a peptide-forward alternative if you want a different active angle, verified active and in stock.

Alternative 3 — Pyunkang Yul Concentrated Eye Cream 25ml: a simpler, low-actives option if this formula's FA-conditional emulsifiers are a concern.

Pilling note: a common mistake is applying too much and having it migrate onto the eyelid by midday — a genuinely tiny amount avoids this.

Film-Forming (uncertain): Beeswax and Shea Butter in this cream can leave a light occlusive film at the small area applied, though the total surface area is very small compared to a full-face cream.

Adilsons provides this assessment based on the product's physical properties. Rulings on wudu validity vary between scholars. Consult your own trusted Islamic authority.

MYTH: "Eye cream is just moisturizer in a smaller, more expensive jar." REALITY: Under-eye skin is genuinely thinner and has fewer oil glands than the rest of the face, which is why a dedicated, richer formula in a smaller amount is often better tolerated there than a regular face cream applied at the same volume.

MYTH: "This will get rid of my under-eye bags." REALITY: If your "bags" are structural (fat pad or fluid-related) rather than dryness-related dullness, no topical cream — from any brand — resolves that; it requires a different, often medical, approach.

AC environment warning: in air-conditioned rooms, this cream's humectant content can draw moisture from deeper layers rather than the air — seal it under your regular face moisturizer during long AC exposure.

*Concentration figures are brand-marketed or corroborated via WebSearch snippets; underlying pages could not be directly rendered in this environment (WebFetch blocked). Adenosine's concentration in this specific product is not disclosed, so its Functional-tier evidence class cannot be confirmed as applying at the dose actually used here.

Full INCI (as corroborated): Water, Centella Asiatica Extract, Glycerin, Cetyl Ethylhexanoate, Butylene Glycol, Polyglyceryl-3 Methylglucose Distearate, [--- Estimated 1% Line ---] Niacinamide, Beeswax, Stearic Acid, Sodium Polyacryloyldimethyl Taurate, Silica, Sodium Hyaluronate, Glyceryl Stearate, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter, Macadamia Ternifolia Seed Oil, Hydrogenated Polydecene, Betaine, Glutathione, Trehalose, Adenosine, Citric Acid, Trideceth-10, Disodium EDTA, Sodium Citrate, Nelumbo Nucifera Extract, Artemisia Annua Extract, Oryza Sativa (Rice) Extract, Saccharomyces Ferment, Solanum Melongena (Eggplant) Fruit Extract, Melaleuca Alternifolia (Tea Tree) Leaf Extract, Hydrolyzed Collagen, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Cholesterol, Xanthan Gum, Carbomer, Arginine, Squalane, Beta-Glucan, Dipropylene Glycol, Hippophae Rhamnoides Fruit Extract, Madecassic Acid, Asiaticoside, Asiatic Acid, Propanediol, Hydroxyacetophenone, 1,2-Hexanediol, Ethylhexylglycerin, plus likely a final trace ingredient (probably Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate, matching every sibling formula in this line) not independently confirmed for this exact SKU.

Preservative system: Hydroxyacetophenone, 1,2-Hexanediol, Ethylhexylglycerin — paraben-free.

Fragrance status: Fragrance-Free — no Parfum/Fragrance listed. Scent: a faint herbal/buttery note typical of Shea Butter and Centella. Intensity: 0-1 out of 5. EU 26 allergen screen: none of the 26 EU-regulated fragrance allergens detected in the corroborated INCI. Alcohol: Alcohol-Free — fatty alcohols present are moisturizing, not drying.

Halal-Friendly* — not formally Halal-certified.

*Self-assessed by Adilsons based on available INCI data. No ethanol from fermentation and no ingredient explicitly declared as porcine-derived was detected. Beeswax is generally accepted as halal by most scholars. This is NOT a formal Halal certification; the exact animal species behind the Hydrolyzed Collagen and the source of the Cholesterol are not disclosed, so Muslims with stricter requirements should consult their own scholars.

Vegan: No. Contains Beeswax and Hydrolyzed Collagen, both animal-derived; the Cholesterol's source (animal lanolin vs. plant/synthetic) is also not disclosed.

Cruelty-Free* (brand-stated, uncertified)

*Brand-stated policy. Not independently certified by Leaping Bunny, PETA, or an equivalent third-party audit at time of writing.

Microplastic-Free: Yes — no polyethylene, nylon, or acrylate microbeads detected in the corroborated INCI.

MFDS classification: Not confirmed as Functional for this SKU — Adenosine is a Korean MFDS-recognized ingredient class for wrinkle improvement at registered concentrations, but this product's own registration/dose was not found. Clinical evidence: no APLB-commissioned clinical study for this exact SKU was found.

*Treat the adenosine/glutathione claims here as Emerging-tier at the ingredient-class level, not independently confirmed for this specific formula's actual concentration.

Evidence confidence: Strong for niacinamide's hydrating/tone-support role (well-studied at 2%); Emerging* for adenosine and glutathione's contribution at this SKU's undisclosed concentrations.

Fungal Acne Safety: FA-Conditional. Cetyl Ethylhexanoate, Polyglyceryl-3 Methylglucose Distearate, Trideceth-10, Glyceryl Stearate, and Hydrogenated Lecithin are commonly flagged on Malassezia-feeding ingredient trackers — the small application area limits real-world risk somewhat, but fungal-acne-prone users near the eye/brow area should still patch test.

Assessment: Low. At the correct rice-grain amount, pilling is uncommon; over-application is the main cause, along with layering under heavy concealer too soon.

Fresh product should be a pale, uniform cream. A darker discoloration or rancid smell (from the Shea Butter/Macadamia oil content oxidizing) signals spoilage — discard rather than continue using. Store away from direct bathroom heat and humidity. When in doubt, discard.

Patch test on the inner forearm for 24 hours, then behind the ear for 24 hours, before applying near the eyes — this area is more reactive than most of the face. If you react: STOP use for 72 hours and use only plain moisturizer during that window. Seek emergency care for eye swelling, hives, or breathing difficulty; discontinue immediately if product gets directly into the eye and rinse with water.

1. Applying too much and having it migrate onto the eyelid. 2. Rubbing rather than gently patting the delicate under-eye skin. 3. Applying directly on the lash line. 4. Expecting it to resolve structural puffiness or deep static wrinkles. 5. Skipping SPF around (not on) the eye area, undermining the tone-support goal.

Overuse threshold: more than the recommended amount increases milia risk without improving results.

At ½ rice-grain per eye, twice daily, a 20ml tube/jar typically lasts 10-14 weeks. Reorder roughly two weeks before you expect to run out.

This eye cream's job is targeted hydration and mild tone/fine-line support for the thinnest skin on the face — apply as a small, dedicated step alongside your regular face moisturizer.

AM: cleanse → toner/serum → this eye cream → face moisturizer → SPF50+ PA++++. PM: cleanse → toner/serum → this eye cream → face moisturizer.

If you wear makeup daily, allow this cream a full minute to absorb before concealer to avoid it creasing. If you're fungal-acne-prone near the brow/eye area, patch test first given the FA-conditional emulsifiers. If you also use a retinoid eye product elsewhere in your routine, don't combine both in the same session — alternate them.

Bundle idea: this eye cream + Facial Toner + Facial Cream — a cohesive same-line face-and-eye routine.

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The recommendations above are based on formulation synergy with APLB Glutathione Niacinamide Eye Cream, not on margin or stock levels. If a pairing does not exist in our catalog, we say so. If you already own a product that fills the same role, use what you have first.

If you want a peptide-forward alternative instead of the niacinamide/glutathione angle here, COSRX Advanced Snail Peptide Eye Cream is verified active and in stock, trading tone-support for a snail mucin/five-peptide complex focused more on elasticity.

Choose APLB Glutathione Niacinamide Eye Cream over the COSRX alternative if tone/dullness, not elasticity/firmness, is your primary under-eye concern.

If elasticity/crepiness is your main concern, the COSRX alternative may serve you better. If dullness/tone is your main concern, stay with this cream. Don't upgrade if you're already happy with this cream's results.

This product's PRIMARY function is: targeted under-eye hydration with mild tone support. You do NOT need this if you already own another eye cream with a similar niacinamide/tone-support profile — finish your current one first. Stacking assessment: No Benefit alongside another tone-support eye cream (redundant); Significant Benefit if your current eye care targets a different mechanism entirely (e.g. pure caffeine de-puffing).

This product is sourced through authorized Korean distributors, and all products are shipped directly to Mauritius via verified channels. For comprehensive information about how we verify authenticity, our layered verification system, and how to check your product at home, visit our dedicated Authenticity and Trust page.

No APLB-specific counterfeit markers have been independently documented at time of writing. As a general rule for Korean cosmetics, check that the batch code is embossed or laser-printed directly onto the tube/box rather than on a loose sticker.

Brand: APLB · Operating Company: UL Corporation Co., Ltd. (Incheon, South Korea) · Founded: 2017 · Hero Concept: named "A plus B" for the idea that pairing two well-evidenced actives creates more benefit than either alone · Manufacturing: not publicly confirmed whether in-house or contract-manufactured.

APLB positions itself against industry-wide exaggerated marketing and high prices, printing exact active concentrations directly on packaging rather than using vague marketing terms. This eye cream extends the Glutathione Niacinamide line to targeted eye-area care, at the same higher niacinamide concentration as the facial cream and toner.

No dedicated Reddit thread (r/AsianBeauty or r/SkincareAddiction) for this exact eye cream was found at the time of writing, and no aggregate star ratings were retrievable through available research tools. Community sentiment for this specific SKU should be treated as not yet established.

Sustainability: check the container material's local recycling code before disposal; no refill program found for this SKU.

Will this remove my dark circles? If your dark circles are pigment-related, the niacinamide/glutathione content may help gradually; if they're caused by visible blood vessels through thin skin or structural shadowing, a topical cream has real limits.

Can I use it under makeup? Yes — let it absorb for about a minute first to avoid concealer creasing into it.

Is it safe for sensitive eyes? It's fragrance-free, but the eye area is inherently more reactive — patch test on the forearm first and apply away from the lash line.

Is it vegan? No — it contains Beeswax and Hydrolyzed Collagen.

How is this different from a regular face moisturizer? It's formulated richer and more concentrated for the thinner, oil-gland-sparse under-eye skin, in a much smaller, more controlled dose.

Orbital Bone

The bony ridge surrounding the eye socket — the safe application zone for eye cream, away from the lash line.

Adenosine

A small-molecule ingredient recognized by Korea's MFDS as a Functional wrinkle-improvement active at registered concentrations.

Milia

Small, hard white bumps that can form under skin when a rich product's oils get trapped, often around the eye area.

Tyrosinase

The enzyme that drives melanin production; glutathione can inhibit it.

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Coverage: Island-wide delivery (Mauritius).

Processing and Timing: Orders process in 1-2 business days; usually ready by Day 3 for pickup by our delivery partners/regional team. Partner collection can take up to 1 week. After pickup, delivery typically takes 1-5 business days (weekdays only).

Express: May be available by region; request on WhatsApp: +230 5 778 2336.

Liquids/Sensitive Items: Serums, toners, liquid makeup (and kits containing liquids) are pickup or door-to-door only; checkout enforces this.

Scheduling: Deliveries run by region on set schedules; we will contact you the evening before.

Pickup: Citadelle Mall pickup available.

Returns: No change-of-mind exchanges.

Refunds (Summary): For defective/damaged on receipt (report within 48h), wrong item, or manufacturing defect within 6 months. Refunds via bank transfer (7-10 business days); card refunds may incur a 5% processor fee (fee not charged for defects/order errors). Opened skincare/personal-care items are non-returnable (except if damaged on delivery).

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Best for: anyone with dry, dull, or dehydration-line-prone under-eye skin wanting a fragrance-free, richly-textured eye cream that matches the rest of the Glutathione Niacinamide line.

Key benefits: higher niacinamide concentration than most APLB body products; genuinely rich, comforting texture; fragrance-free.

Keep in mind: cannot address structural puffiness or deep wrinkles; FA-conditional emulsifiers mean fungal-acne-prone users should patch test; not vegan.

Antioxidant pollution defense: Centella Asiatica Extract and Artemisia Annua Extract carry documented antioxidant content, relevant given the eye area's thin skin is particularly vulnerable to environmental stress during Mauritius's high-UV and sugar cane burning periods.

Impact: Neutral-to-Supportive. This cream contains Saccharomyces Ferment, a POSTBIOTIC — a beneficial metabolite from fermentation, not live bacteria. Any faint yeasty note is normal and indicates genuine ferment filtrate, not spoilage.