5 EYE CREAMS YOU SHOULD TRY

The skin under our eyes is thinner and more fragile than the rest of our face and is therefore more prone to dryness, sagging, wrinkles, and fine lines. As we age, our skin becomes even thinner due to a decrease in collagen production and sun damage, exacerbating these issues and making dark circles and bags more visible. There are many great eye creams on the market that can target these common issues and improve the health and appearance of your under eye skin. Here are 5 that we recommend:

• Obagi // Elastiderm –
  • Key benefit: Elastin production.
  • Improves: Wrinkles, fine lines, sagging skin, elasticity
  • Why we love it: This product is formulated to reduce fine lines and wrinkles by stimulating the skin to produce more elastin—a molecule in our skin that is critical for skin elasticity and firmness. It has been clinically tested to be effective on all skin tones and types, regardless of age.

• Sente // Illumine Eye Cream –
  • Key benefit: Skin hydration.
  • Improves: dark circles, puffiness, dryness, redness, fine lines
  • Why we love it: The formula contains Heparan Sulfate Analog (HSA) which hydrates and strengthens the skin while reducing redness. It also contains niacinamide to support the skin barrier and reduce water loss.

• RoC // Retinol Correxion Eye Cream-
  • Key benefit: Collagen production.
  • Improves: fine lines, puffiness, wrinkles, dark circles, skin thickness.
  • Why we love it: Retinol is great for under the eyes because it stimulates collagen production, increases cell turnover, and evens out pigmentation. The formula in this eye cream is effective yet gentle enough for daily use around the eyes! Not to mention, it is under $20 and can be found in many drug stores.

• Ole Henriksen // Banana Bright Eye Crème –
  • Key benefit: Anti-oxidant.
  • Improves: dark circles, uneven pigmentation, inflammation, skin thickness
  • Why we love it: The Banana Bright Eye Crème doesn’t actually contain bananas, but it does contain vitamin C which neutralizes free radical damage, calms inflammation, and brightens dark circles. It also creates a smooth surface to improve concealer wear and texture!

• L'Oréal Paris // Age Perfect Eye Renewal Eye Cream –
  • Key benefit: Anti-oxidant.
  • Improves: dark circles, puffiness, wrinkles, skin thickness
  • Why we love it: Another product you can find at your local drugstore, this eye cream contains pro-cysteine, a powerful anti-oxidant that fights against sun damage, pollutants, and toxins from the environment to improve/prevent the signs of skin aging.