Introducing Lacto-PDRN* 4% + B9 Eye Cream + How it works

Lacto-PDRN™ is a bio-engineered ingredient that supports the skin’s natural renewal processes to help improve the look of firmness and elasticity. Traditionally derived from salmon, our vegan lacto-PDRNTM is derived through the fermentation of lactobacillus rhamnosus, a probiotic bacterium.

Fermentation breaks down the bacterium into short sodium DNA fragments, which form Lacto-PDRN™. These sodium DNA fragments signal the skin’s renewal processes to help target signs of aging.

Lacto-PDRN™ is known for its strong and targeted data along the eye area, which is why we selected this ingredient for The Ordinary’s first eye cream.

Vitamin B9 is well known in nutrition for its importance to overall health, but it’s relatively new to skincare. When used topically, vitamin B9 has been shown to help maintain hydration in fragile skin areas and support the skin barrier.

In combination with the ingredients in Lacto-PDRN* 4% + B9 Eye Cream, vitamin B9 also works to hydrate, refine skin texture, and support visible smoothness.

The skin around the eyes is different from the rest of the face. Its unique structure makes it more prone to signs of aging, fatigue, and environmental exposure. The eye area also takes longer to regenerate and recover than other skin.

Thin skin

The eye area has some of the thinnest on your body, just 4 to 5 cell layers thick compared to 16 layers on the cheeks. It’s also supported by less fat and collagen than the rest of the face.

Fewer oil glands

The eye area produces less sebum, which is important for water retention and maintaining the skin barrier. This makes the skin around the eyes more prone to dehydration and skin barrier disruption.

Constant movement

The eye area is constant in motion, making it more vulnerable to fine lines and wrinkles from repetitive facial expressions like smiling, squinting, and blinking. This continuous movement can also disrupt the recovery process.

Targeted eye treatments, formulated for the eye area can help address these challenges.

Depending on your skin concern, the eye area may require more than surface hydration. This delicate skin benefits most from formulations that are gentle yet effective enough to target specific concerns and strengthen the skin barrier. Lacto-PDRNTM signals the skin’s renewal processes to help target signs of aging.

The 4% concentration of Lacto-PDRNTM in our eye cream balances proven performance with tolerability for the eye area. Our precision eye care formulation delivers immediate firmness and radiance as well as long-term lifting and hydration.

With consistent use, targeted eye care formulations like Lacto-PDRN* 4% + B9 Eye Cream helps improve the appearance of texture, resilience and overall skin health.

Lacto-PDRN* 4% + B9 Eye Cream is simple to use in your skincare routine:

1. Prep your skin with a gentle cleanser.

2. Apply any water-based serums in your skincare routine.

3. Apply a pea-sized amount of Lacto-PDRN* 4% + B9 Eye Cream to the eye contour in the AM and PM.

4. Tap gently into the skin with your ring finger, using minimal pressure and avoiding pulling.

5. Follow with oil-based serums and creams in your skincare routine.

6. Seal your skin with a hydrating, barrier supportive moisturizer.

7. Use SPF in your AM routine to protect your skin from damaging UV exposure.

O. Tip: If applying makeup, wait for Lacto-PDRN* 4% + B9 Eye Cream to fully absorb beforehand.

Lacto-PDRN* 4% + B9 Eye Cream delivers instant firming, and longer-term benefits with consistent use. Over time, this eye cream improves skin smoothness and enhances skin comfort and hydration around the eyes, and supports a more resilient, refreshed-looking eye contour.

Clinical testing of Lacto-PDRN* 4% + B9 Eye Cream in The Ordinary’s house labs shows:

• Visible eyelid lifting from first use ** with continued improvement.

• Immediate tightening of under-eye bags.

• Visible firming, tightening, and brightening of the skin around the eye area

• Improved skin firmness and elasticity

• Smoothed texture and crepey eyelids by -17% after 8 weeks*

• Minimized appearance of fine liner under the eye by -18% after 8 weeks*

*Clinical testing on 32 panelists using the product 2x / day for 8 weeks.

**Clinical testing on 32 panelists after using the product once

Supporting eye skin renewal is a gradual process that benefits from consistent skincare habits and ingredients that support visible improvements over time. Some tips to incorporate into your routine include:

1. Be consistent and patient

Benefits are cumulative. Results develop gradually, over time with consistent use. Over-application won’t speed up improvements, but it may irritate your skin.

2. Avoid overloading the skin with strong active ingredients

Applying too many strong ingredients to the delicate eye area can disrupt the skin barrier and slow efforts.

3. Pair with gentle, barrier-supportive skincare

A safe and effective skincare routine prioritizes hydrating, and barrier supportive ingredients. Support targeted eye treatments with a gentle cleanser, serums like GF 15% Solution, and an effective moisturizer.

4. Prioritize sleep

Adequate sleep is an important factor in skin health. Do your best to get enough sleep for your age, lifestyle, and individual needs.

5. Always use sunscreen

Protect your skin and prevent UV damage with daily application of a broad-spectrum SPF.

Lacto-PDRN* 4% + B9 Eye Cream brings precision technology to one of the most delicate areas of the face. By combining advanced biotechnology with targeted eye-area formulation, our first eye cream supports visible renewal and a more resilient eye contour when used consistently in a gentle, barrier-supportive skincare routine.

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