Okusil Intensive Eye Serum
Product Overview
Janson-Beckett is known in the industry for its Alpha-Derma CE formula, which is a wrinkle cream that the company aggressively markets on the Internet and in print advertising. Janson-Beckett cosmeceuticals, produced Okusil which has a clear serum that is designed to minimize crow’s feet, firm the skin above the eye and decrease the appearance of dark circles and puffiness under the eye.
Okusil includes 10% concentration of Argireline which islso known as Acetyl Hexapeptide 3 (or AH3). Argireline is a signaling molecule that is supposed to imitate the effects of Botox®. Botox® diminishes the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles by freezing the muscles that contract and cause wrinkling. Argireline seems to have a similar, although less powerful, effect, but instead of freezing the muscles, relaxes them so that contraction and wrinkling do not occur. Although Argireline is safer than Botox, because this amino acid have no toxic compounds, the effect is far less remarkable, which approximately only 30-50% of users seeing an immediate improvement. More importantly, in contrast to more effective ingredients such as Glucosamine Complex, which also minimizes wrinkles, Argireline does not encourage collagen production, so any reduction in wrinkles may not last long.
Okusil also consist of DMAE, an amino acid found in the brain. Years ago, researchers who gave volunteers oral supplements containing DMAE noticed an improvement in brain function, at the same time they also observed a slight improvement in skin tone and overall appearance. Apparently, some skincare companies have used this research to justify including DMAE in their topical treatments, but we are not aware of any extensive research which shows that applying DMAE to the skin will firm it. If Janson-Beckett is aware of such research, they do not post it on their web site.
It is claimed that, Okusil dimnishes dark circles and puffiness by improving circulation to the eye area. While this is an important effect, Janson-Beckett does not clearly describe which components used in Okusil accomplish this feat. The only ingredients to be found in the formula that might have this effect include some botanical extracts, such as Ivy Extract, Cucumber Extract and Arnica Extract. While these botanicals do have healthy effects on the body, there is no research verifying their abilities to reduce either dark circles or puffiness.
The Good
- Plenty of testimonials and before/after photos could be found.
- Okusil helps to reduce wrinkles and diminish dark circles.
- It consist Argireline which have a moderate effect on crow’s feet.
The Bad
- The product is expensive.
- There is no evidence to prove DMAE’s effect on firming skin via a topical solution.
- No free trial of the product is offered.
- Also there is no scientific evidence for Okusil’s botanical components and their effect on dark circles or puffiness.
- Argireline does not encourage collagen production, so any reduction in wrinkles may not last long.
Dos And Don’ts
You can go through the Janson-Beckett web site which has plenty of information with a thorough description of the background of the company. The web site lists testimonials and before/after photos for its formulas, but most of them seems to be describing the effects on those who use Okusil along with Alpha-Derma CE. While Janson-Beckett offers several online discounts and a 60-day money-back guarantee, the company does not offer a free trial of its product. If you want you can go for the product since there are no side effects mentioned.
Final Comment
Plenty of people like Janson-Beckett’s Alpha-Derma CE formula for the skin. The lack of information on DMAE and the herbal ingredients may leave you wanting more evidence for the company’s promises. There are better products available for skin aging near the eyes.