Essentially KateS Retinol Cream for Face and Eye
- Cream
- 1.7 fl oz
- All
- 1
- Better rated than 76%
- More reviewed than 56%
Retinol paired with bakuchiol and niacinamide gives this Essentially KateS cream a gentler angle on fine line treatment for face and eye use.
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How it ranks among the 54 creams we track
4.5★ across 653 Amazon ratings, Bayesian-smoothed toward the category average.
653 Amazon ratings, weighted on a log scale so huge counts don't drown everything.
50,000+ bought on Amazon last month.
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Overview
Essentially KateS' retinol cream targets face and eye areas with a 3 percent bakuchiol extract alongside retinol, niacinamide and hyaluronic acid, in a 50 milliliter size labeled for ages 20 to 40.
Bakuchiol is often paired with retinol specifically because it is considered a gentler complement to the acid, which lines up with the softer positioning suggested by the product name. The listing also credits vitamin E in the formula, and ranking in both eye treatment cream and face moisturizer categories suggests dual use around the eyes and across the broader face rather than an eye only treatment.
- 50 milliliter, 1.7 fluid ounce cream
- Retinol, 3% bakuchiol extract, niacinamide, hyaluronic acid
- For face and eye use
- Targets fine lines and firming
Who it's for
Adults in the stated 20 to 40 age range looking for a retinol and bakuchiol combination for fine lines are the intended buyer, usable on both face and eye areas. Those with retinol sensitivity may still want to patch test first.
Strengths and trade-offs
Drawn from this product's published specifications.
- Combines retinol with bakuchiol and niacinamide
- Includes hyaluronic acid for hydration
- Marketed for both face and eye use
- Retinol may still irritate sensitive skin
- Labeled narrowly for ages 20 to 40
Performance notes
The formula pairs retinol with 3 percent bakuchiol extract, a combination intended to soften retinol's typical irritation, while niacinamide and hyaluronic acid support barrier hydration, positioning it for fine line and firming use across delicate eye skin and the broader face.
Specifications
| Brand | Essentially KateS |
|---|---|
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item Dimensions | 2.5 × 2.5 × 3 inches |
| Capacity & performance | |
| Item Volume | 1.7 fl oz |
| Age Range Description | 20-40 |
| Included components | |
| Unit Count | 1.7 fl oz |
| Other details | |
| Skin Type | All |
| Number Of Items | 1 |
| Active Ingredients | Retinol, hyaluronic_acid |
| Manufacturer | Essentially KateS |
| Asin | B0F1TW9VXT |
| Best Sellers Rank | #16,528 in Beauty & Personal Care (See Top 100 in Beauty & Personal Care) #81 in Eye Treatment Creams #420 in Face Moisturizers |
| Customer Reviews | {'ratings_count': '653', 'stars': '4.5'} |
| Other Special Features Of The Product | Retinol, Niacinamide & Bakuchiol Extract 3% |
| Item Form | Cream |
| Specific Uses For Product | Aging, Fine Line |
| Product Benefits | beige to pink |
How it compares
This product against the closest alternatives we track in creams.
| Product | Amazon rating | Ratings | ProductDome score |
|---|---|---|---|
| Essentially KateS Retinol Cream for Face and EyeThis product | 4.5 / 5 | 653 | 4.3 / 5 |
| Olay Eyes Ultimate Eye Cream for Dark CirclesOlay | 4.3 / 5 | 13,000 | 4.4 / 5 |
| Avon Anew Clinical Pro Eye Lift 20 mlAvon | 4.5 / 5 | 1,368 | 4.4 / 5 |
| PURITO Centella Unscented Eye CreamPurito | 4.5 / 5 | 759 | 4.3 / 5 |
| Burt's Bees Renewal Firming Eye Cream With Natural Retinol AlternativeBurt's Bees | 4.3 / 5 | 3,000 | 4.1 / 5 |
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Questions about the Essentially KateS creams
Common buyer questions answered straight from the product spec data - no fluff, no "it depends".
What active ingredients does the Essentially KateS retinol cream contain?
Retinol, 3 percent bakuchiol extract, niacinamide and hyaluronic acid, with vitamin E also credited in the formula.
Can this cream be used around the eyes?
Yes, it is marketed for both face and eye use and ranks in the eye treatment cream category.
What age range is this product labeled for?
20 to 40.