The 2009 Murad Eye Care Collection

Lighten and Brighten 

Anti-Oxidant Eye Treatment

Lighten and Brighten Eye Treatment  for environmentally damaged skin, dramatically reduces dark circles by an average of 59% and under-eye bags and puffiness by up to 50% with this scientifically proven treatment. Patented, triple-action formula targets the signs of environmental damage around the delicate eye area. 

 Hydroquinone lightens skin and diminishes the appearance of dark circles, 

Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-3, together with other firming and conditioning ingredients, reduces the appearance of the slackening of the skin while relieving puffiness and under eye bags. 

 Olive Extract and Manganese Gluconate help neutralize the effects of the most abundant pollutants, thereby enhancing firmness and reducing dryness.    

Allantoin - Assists in healing and soothing of irritated skin

Boron Nitride - Soft Focus Effect/refracts light that results in softening of fine lines and wrinkles

Chitosan Ascorbate - It is an ascorbic acid trapped in a polyglucosamine complex provides longer shelf-life, more collagen synthesis stimulation, and greater antioxidant activity.

Glycosaminoglycans – Trade name MDI Complex. Murad has used this revolutionary ingredient for the last 5 years. This ingredient is an MMP inhibitor. MMP is an enzyme that destroys collagen and elastin. Known as GAGS, helps strengthen skin barrier by inhibiting the enzymes that destroy the skin’s collagen network, also helps attract and bind water within the cells

Rice Amino Acids - A natural moisturizer derived from rice protein used to enhance moisture retention in the skin

Soybean Protein - Helps strengthen skin barrier by inhibiting the enzymes that destroy the skin’s collagen network

Palmitoyl Oligopeptide - Stimulates collagen and Hyaluronic acid synthesis for younger looking skin

Yeast Extract - Used for its antioxidant properties. Helps activate the defense mechanism and wound healing process.

Zinc Aspartate - Transition metal—part of Co-3 for binding collagen and rebuilding skin

Essential Oils – Bitter Orange (helps with dull skin and stress), Grapefruit (helps with dull skin, toxic build-up and water retention), Clove (is great for asthma), and Sage (is great for colds, flu and allergies)

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Skin Concerns Around the Eye Area:

Dark Circles - "Due to the thin and delicate anatomy of the skin
around the eye area, dark circles and even dark eyelids are very
common."     The darkness is often due to the blood vessels that are found beneath the skin’s surface.    Dark circles, like varicose veins are usually an inherited trait.  In darker skinned people, exposure to sunlight can cause a melanin surge, causing the skin to become even darker. Allergies, asthma and the common cold may also contribute to dark circles under the eyes, as people are more likely to rub the area. 

Fatigue plays a role in dark circles. A lack of sleep or excessive tiredness can cause paleness of the skin, which again allows the blood underneath to become more visible and appear darker.  

Age can also take its toll on the under eye area.  As the skin becomes thinner with age, dark circles can appear more prominent.  Excess folds of skin under the eyes will also make dark circles more pronounced.

In addition to getting proper rest, key nutrients are necessary to maintain blood vessel strength.  Attracting water to the skin and encouraging healthy collagen and elastin formation can be done through ingestion of raw, colorful fruits and vegetables rich in antioxidants.  Eating strawberries, cantaloupe, citrus fruits, Goji berries, yams, spinach and broccoli, while also taking a Glucosamine supplement to strengthen collagen and elastin are important.

Puffiness - "Edema, which shows up as swollen, puffy lids or as under
eye puffiness occurs as a result of extracellular water, also known as
wasted water."   Whether it’s swollen ankles or swollen eyelids,  The Water Principle® is the answer to turning this wasted, unused water back into the valuable water that should reside inside our cells, not outside our cells, which is what is happening when puffy eyes occur.

Over time, our cells, blood vessels and other areas of our bodies that need hydration break down and become unable to hold onto the water leaving them weakened and less effective.  When our cells and blood vessels breakdown water begins to extravasate and then they become inflexible and cannot function at their optimal level.  The end result is what we commonly refer to as puffiness.   By adding cell and blood vessel strengthening nutrients to your diet, you can reduce the puffiness caused from wasted water accumulation.   Eat foods rich in super antioxidants called polyphenols.  One of my favorites is pomegranate. Pomegranate can be taken as juice, fruit or seeds, or as a standardized extract in supplement form.  The supplement form is ideal as it is easily accessible all year round. 

Foods rich in lecithin, a key cell strengthener, are important.  In addition to eggs, eat a variety of soy products including tofu, edamame, and soy milk.  Lecithin granules can be added to smoothies or sprinkled on cereal. Tomatoes, spinach, cauliflower and peanut butter are additional sources.   Essential Fatty Acids absorb water into the cell and will also help to reduce puffiness.  Switch to olive oil instead of butter and add raw, unsalted walnuts, almonds and cashews to your diet.  Avoid using salt or monosodium glutamate (MSG) which can aggravate puffiness.  Try vegetable seasonings to add flavor without the sodium.   Bioflavonoids such as rutin are key and abundant in the rind of citrus fruits. Take supplements rich  Bioflavonoids such as rutin are key and abundant in the rind of citrus fruits. Take supplements rich in Bioflavonoids to ensure you are getting proper amounts.  Another supplement to consider is Centella Asiatica often referred to as Tiger’s Herb.  Known to promote venous tone and elasticity, Centella Asiatica provides positive effects for blood flow and circulation.  By improving the tone of the vessel, water is less likely to escape and edema or puffiness subsides.

Wrinkles - "They say the eyes are the window to the soul. The eyes
can express a myriad of emotions and speak volumes without ever
speaking a word." 

Since there are no oil-producing sebaceous glands in the skin around the eyes, there is less natural lubrication.  Topical application of eye creams can make a dramatic difference.  I recommend formulas that contain antioxidants to ward off damaging free radicals, anti-inflammatories or skin soothers to reduce irritation, and hydrating agents to attract water to the skin and maintain water within the skin.

Internally, ingest foods that encourage a thick, buoyant dermis.  As the middle layer of the skin, the dermis is rich with collagen and elastin fibers woven in a gel-like matrix called glycosaminoglycans.  Foods that support the dermal matrix include foods that build protein, such as beans, tofu and fat-free and low fat dairy products. Essential fatty acids, are necessary to attract water to the cells and collagen and elastin tissue, include olive oil, flaxseeds and flaxseed oil, eggs and omega-3 rich fish.  Glucosamine supplements provided additional insurance to keep the skin around the eyes smooth and wrinkle free.

Vital nutrients for everyone - "Lutein and zeaxanthin
are Carotenoids that are vital for healthy eyes and they may reduce the risk
of developing cataracts."   The best sources for lutein and zezxanthin are green, leafy vegetables – especially spinach.  These nutrients are also found in collard greens, and yellow and orange fruits and vegetables such as carrots, tangerines and yellow and orange peppers.   For optimal eye health, eat a rainbow of nutritious foods, ideally raw and colorful fruits and vegetables.  These contain the most pure form of water on the planet, structured water.  This is the water that can get into your cells.   For added insurance boost your diet with daily intake of a dietary supplement that supports overall cell and blood vessel health.

Recap - "Water is the essence of life. Without it, we can not exist.
With it, in we can repair our cell walls and encourage inclusive health™." Dr. Murad.

Why Do Under Eye Bags and Dark Circles Occur?

The skin around the eye is very delicate and transparent. This area is
thin and contains many blood vessels close to the surface which can
show through.

Dark circles are usually an inherited trait. If you have dark circles, it’s likely that others in your family do too.  Thin tissue reveals any changes in blood vessels, skin pigment and other stresses that look dark.

Sun exposure, especially in darker, melanin-rich skin, can also cause age spots, melasma and hyperpigmentation (increased pigmentation) around the eye area.

Poor circulation and the lack of healthy color that occurs with fatigue, sinus conditions, colds or even pregnancy may accentuate the circles even more.

The skin and the muscles that enclose the upper and lower eyelids lose
elasticity, which can result in the underlying fat to bulge out. Other causes
of under-eye bags and puffiness are genetics, lack of sleep and allergies.
Puffiness from fluid retention, weather or hormone levels are the most
common culprits and can be addressed with topical care.

To address under-eye bags and puffiness, Lighten and Brighten Eye Treatment features Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-3, plus other firming and conditioning ingredients, which diminish under-eye bags and puffiness by up to 50%.

To address dark circles, Lighten and Brighten Eye Treatment contains a powerful skin lightening agent called Hydroquinone. This product is scientifically proven to reduce the appearance of dark circles by an average of 59%

The Murad Eye Treatments:

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Lighten and Brighten Eye Treatment  Ingredients: Water (Aqua), Octyldodecyl Neopentanoate, Cetearyl Alcohol, Cetyl Alcohol, Glycosaminoglycans, Palmitoyl Oligopeptide, Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-3, Yeast Extract, Rice Amino Acids, Lysine Lauroyl Methionate, Zinc Aspartate, Chitosan Ascorbate, Glycine Soja (Soybean) Protein, Allantoin, Manganese Gluconate, Olea Europaea (Olive) Fruit Extract, Butylene Glycol, Glycerin, Polysorbate 20, Boron Nitride, Cetearyl Glucoside, Hydroquinone 1.5%, ,  Polyacrylamide, C13-14 Isoparaffin, Laureth-7, Silica, Carbomer, Tetradibutyl Pentaerithrityl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate, Tetrasodium EDTA, Citric Acid, Phenoxyethanol, Methylparaben, Sodium Sulfite, Sodium Metabisulfite, Citronellol *, Eugenol *, Geraniol *, Limonene *, Linalool *, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Oil, Citrus Grandis (Grapefruit) Peel Oil, Cymbopogon Martini Oil, Geranium Maculatum Oil, Rosa Damascena Flower Oil, Eugenia Caryophyllus (Clove) Flower Oil, Salvia Officinalis (Sage) Oil.	1/2 FL OZ	$75.00
Renewing Eye Treatment - firming help for dry, aging and menopausal skin types.  For more advanced lines and wrinkles. Dramatically increase moisture, elasticity and firmness. Reduce medium-to-deep crow's feet and wrinkles and diminish puffiness for an illuminated, bright appearance. Firm and restore the delicate eye area. Ingredients: Water (Aqua), Tricaprylyl Citrate, Butylene Glycol, Bis-Digylceryl Polyacyladipate-2, Jojoba Esters, Pentylene Glycol, Boron Nitride, Caprylic/Capric/Myristic/Stearic Triglyceride, Cetyl Alcohol, Stearic Acid, Glyceryl Stearate, Peg-100 Stearate, Glycine Soja (Soybean) Protein, Glycerin, Palmitoyl Pentapeptide-3, Iris Florentina Root Extract, Dioscorea Villosa (Wild Yam) Root Extract, Glycine Soja (Soybean) Sterols, Trifolium Pratense (Clover) Flower Extract, Citrus Unshiu Peel Extract, Retinol, Polyquarternium-51, Serenoa Serrulata Fruit Extract, Oenothera Biennis (Evening Primrose) Oil, Borago Officinalis Seed Oil, Dipeptide-2, Hesperidin Methyl Chalcone, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Mangifera Indica (Mango) Seed Butter, Dimethicone, Sodium PCA, Panthenol, Cetyl Phosphate, Oleyl Alcohol, Steareth-20, Lecithin, Carbomer, Polysorbate 20, Aminomethyl Propanol, Disodium EDTA, Silica, Titanium Dioxide, Phenoxyethanol, Methylparaben, Propylparaben, Iron Oxides	1/2 FL OZ	$72.00
Essentiel C Eye Cream spf 15, environmentally damaged skin with pigmentation problems Renew the delicate eye area. This  patented Skin Repair System with Co-3™ stimulates collagen synthesis. Caffeine and tiger's herb increase elasticity and firm the skin. Light diffusers soften the appearance of fine lines and dark circles for a luminous glow. U.S. Patent 5,972,999 Ingredients:  Octinoxate (7.5%), Octisalate (3.0%), Oxybenzone (2.0%): the sunscreens, Water (Aqua), Butylene Glycol, Bis-Diglyceryl Polyacyladipate-2, Caprylic/Capric/Stearic Triglyceride, Shorea Stenoptera Butter, PEG-100 Stearate, Glyceryl Stearate, Cetyl Alcohol, Silica, Stearic Acid, Lysine Lauroyl Methionate, Rice Amino Acids, Zinc Aspartate, Chitosan Ascorbate, Retinol, Glycine Soja (Soybean) Oil, Persea Gratissima (Avocado) Oil Unsaponifiables, Cimicifuga Racemosa Root Extract, Caffeine, Siloxanetriol Alginate, Centella Asiatica Extract, Methylsilanol Mannuronate, Phytonadione, Dimethicone, Phospholipids, Tocopheryl Acetate, Retinyl Palmitate, Ascorbyl Palmitate, Panthenol, Sodium PCA, Cetyl Phosphate, Carbomer, Triethanolamine, Disodium EDTA, Phenoxyethanol, Methylparaben, Propylparaben, Titanium Dioxide (CI 77891), Iron Oxides (CI 77491)	1/2 FL OZ	$65.00
Moisture Silk Eye Gel - For  sensitive complexions. Softens and smoothes around the eyes. This lightweight gel with algae extract, allantoin and caffeine offers maximum hydration as it soothes and depuffs. The cream ribbon gives delicate skin a silky finish.  A blend of alginate and caffeine helps to reduce under eye puffiness.  Anthemis noblis flower extract is calming, soothing and moisturizing.  Algae extract is firming and helps to smooth fine lines.  Ingredients:  Water (Aqua), Cyclomethicone, Algae Extract, Butylene Glycol, Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Glycerin, Sodium Carbomer, Siloxanetriol Alginate, Caffeine, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Laminaria Saccharina Extract, Anthemis Noblis Flower Extract, Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate, Sodium PCA, Ascorbic Acid, Boron Nitride, Panthenol, Allantoin, Benzophenone-4, Disodium EDTA, Phenoxyethanol, Methylparaben, Ethylparaben, Cinnamomum Cassia Leaf Oil, Citrus Grandis (Grapefruit) Peel Oil, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Oil, Citrus Aurantium Amara (Bitter Orange) Oil	1/2 FL OZ	$49.00

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