The skin around the eyes is more susceptible to age-related changes than other areas of the face. It is also reflected in lack of sleep, internal illnesses, and fatigue. Therefore, it definitely needs proper and regular care. The modern cosmetics industry offers a wide selection of products. All that remains is to make the right choice and include procedures for these areas in the daily treatment plan. Below we look at the best eye creams.
How to choose the right eye cream
Creams of this type can have the following effects:
- Anti-aging
- Moisturizing
- Decongestants (against bags under the eyes)
- Bleaching agents reduce the rate of formation of melanin, which forms age spots
When choosing a cream, you need to take into account the characteristics of the skin in these areas:
- There are no sebaceous or sweat glands here. The skin itself is very thin
- Facial expressions and blinking increase stress on tissues, accelerating the appearance of wrinkles. The junctions with neighboring zones have structural features that contribute to the rapid formation of bruises and swelling
Before making a choice in favor of one of the brands, it is determined exactly what problems it should solve. Perhaps these are bruises or swelling under the eyes, age-related changes, crow's feet, excessive dry skin. For each of them, products with certain active substances are suitable.
In order to quickly and accurately make a choice, they immediately cut off some of the funds that are definitely not suitable. To do this, look at the age label. If you are 20 years old, then you should not buy a cream marked “40+”, and vice versa. For each age, cosmetologists select the most useful composition.
- For young people under 25 years of age moisturize
- Cream 25+ fights the first expression lines
- Cream 35+ deeply moisturizes and stimulates collagen formation. They contain vitamins, peptides, antioxidants
- Creams 45+ are called anti-aging. They are trying to replace the work of estrogen, which becomes significantly less at this age. Contains retinoids, peptides, vitamins C
Recommendations from cosmetologists
It is necessary to remember that the skin of the eyelids “does not like” when it is rubbed hard or stretched. Therefore, in addition to daily gentle cleansing and the use of creams, it is worth making a rule:
- do not wipe, but blot your eyes with cotton pads when removing makeup;
- control facial expressions;
- do not stretch the eyelid when applying makeup;
- Don't sleep face down on the pillow.
In combination with well-chosen care, following these simple rules will help delay the appearance of age-related changes.
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What composition should be in an eye cream?
The composition depends on the age for which it is intended. Therefore, the set of components will be different. The most common components are:
- Vitamin K is an antioxidant. As a result of use, blue circles under the eyes become lighter
- Vitamin A (retinol) makes the skin tightened. But it causes peeling. Therefore, it should also contain tocopherol.
- Vitamin E (tocopherol) gently tightens the skin, improves its color, reduces the number and brightness of age spots. For deep wrinkles, it works better in combination with amino acids
- Seaweed is indicated for oily and problem skin. They contain minerals and acids that nourish the skin, lift the eyelids, and moisturize the areas under the eyes. Laminaria products have a cooling effect
- Tea extract is a natural antioxidant and also eliminates inflammatory processes.
- Hyaluronic acid restores the skin and increases its protective function
- Coenzyme Q10 protects against UV exposure
- Ceramides make the skin elastic. Retains water to prevent excessive dryness
- Cornflower hydrosol removes swelling and smoothes newly appeared wrinkles
- Peptides in the cream remove small wrinkles and enhance collagen production
- Extracts of medicinal herbs: calendula, chamomile, cucumber, flax soothe and relieve irritation. Rose hips, parsley, ruscus are used
- Kinetin protects against the formation of age spots and wrinkles
- Natural oils: grape seed, almond, apricot, barberry, lemon, passionflower, avocado, jojoba
- Hydroxide acids remove dead cells from the surface and promote the rapid formation of new ones. A sun filter must be included with them.
- Animal products: caviar, crushed pearls, honey, snail mucus help remove wrinkles and restore skin elasticity
- Synthetic compounds – proprietary formulas that strengthen, improve skin color and turgor
Rating and mini-reviews of effective anti-aging products for skin after 40 years
The cosmetic market offers a wide range of various care products designed to slow down the aging process of the skin around the eyes. The presented rating demonstrates those products that are most popular among Russian women.
Anti-aging light anti-wrinkle cream Argana Secret from Beauty Style
Argana Secret cream contains components such as fragmented sodium hyaluronate and oat proteins, which have a powerful rejuvenating effect and protect the skin from the harmful effects of free radicals. The cream is quickly absorbed, smoothes out small wrinkles and helps reduce larger ones. The affordable cost of the product will pleasantly surprise you. You need to use the cream twice a day, morning and evening, trying not to skip systematic self-care. In this case, the results of rejuvenation will become noticeable within two weeks.
Gentle Argana Secret cream based on argan stem cells saturates the skin around the eyes with moisture and nutrients.
In the composition of the cosmetic product:
- argan stem cells;
- hyaluronic acid;
- natural oat proteins;
- panthenol;
- cocoa bean butter;
- prickly pear stem cells;
- tocopherol acetate.
Over these 3 weeks, I clearly began to look better, my eyes became noticeably fresher, especially in the morning it was noticeable, sometimes you would wake up and your face would seem to be pulled down, it would seem like there were bags under your eyes, or dark circles due to lack of sleep, but now I’m seeing improvements, dark circles are not so dark at all, maybe because of good nutrition, moisture flows into this area and is not so noticeable, because I feel comfortable all day long, the skin is not dry or tight. There are wrinkles, but it seems that they are not so deep.
syotta
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Ultra-moisturizing gel for eye contour Sensibio from Bioderma
Light and gentle Sensibio gel is intended for all skin types, especially for skin with pronounced signs of aging (“crow’s feet”, bags under the eyes). The gel is not able to eliminate existing wrinkles, but it excellently cares for the area around the eyes, gives it firmness, elasticity, and provides sufficient hydration, which prevents the appearance of new age-related changes. The product is recommended to be used as additional care in the morning, as natural kelp extract and caffeine perfectly eliminate swelling and give radiance to the eyes.
Sensibio gel contains reflective particles that visually reduce the depth of wrinkles
The weightless gel is applied to the skin of the eyelids in the morning and evening, without skipping the personal care ritual. You can use the product without restrictions; the gel does not cause addiction, nor does it cause withdrawal symptoms.
The moisturizing gel contains the following components:
- mannitol;
- xylitol;
- caffeine;
- natural vegetable glycerin;
- sodium hyaluronate;
- kelp extract.
Previously, fine wrinkles were observed under the eyes due to insufficient hydration. This cream helps me get rid of them. The skin under the eyes is nourished. It is absorbed instantly, does not tighten the skin, does not leave a film, makeup is applied well to this cream and does not roll off.
Lisichka139
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Anti-aging anti-wrinkle cream Diopticreme from the French laboratory Lierac
The light texture of Diopticreme allows the product to penetrate into the deep layers of the epidermis and restore the skin night after night, stimulating the production of collagen fibers and preventing gravitational ptosis. The product has a truly powerful effect and excellent tolerability of the components. All components are tested under ophthalmological supervision.
The rejuvenating concentrate is applied to the skin of the eyelids with light movements twice a day, morning and evening. The course lasts from a month to three, depending on the depth of the wrinkles.
Diopticreme concentrated cream prevents the appearance of wrinkles around the eyes and visibly reduces existing ones
The anti-aging product contains a complex of natural plant extracts:
- horsetail;
- cuffs;
- ivy;
- calendula;
- plums
This cream is a godsend for me. Everything is fine with the area around my eyes, except for small expression wrinkles, which, I understand, are impossible to “remove” completely, but I wanted to make them less noticeable... With the help of this cream I succeeded, and now the skin around my eyes is glowing and well-hydrated , wrinkles are almost completely invisible, and the tiniest ones are smoothed out altogether!!! (
Qween
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Eye serum Bright Eyes Essense from Bioaqua
The formula of the light Bright Eyes Essense serum based on marine collagen in combination with highly active bioflavonoids perfectly tones the skin of the eyelids and maintains its elasticity. In addition, the cosmetic product enhances the barrier function of the epidermal layer, softens and moisturizes it.
You need to use anti-aging essence every day, morning and evening. The course duration ranges from two months to six months.
Effective Chinese serum Bright Eyes Essense in a tube with a special roller eliminates dark circles under the eyes and smoothes wrinkles
The main active ingredients in the anti-aging serum:
- marine collagen;
- natural rosemary extract;
- bioflavonoids;
- grape seed oil;
- sodium hyaluronate.
Moisturizes well and does not dry out the skin. I'm really surprised by its ability to hide dark circles! No remedy has helped me before. And it removes puffiness just brilliantly! My upper eyelid swelled a couple of times, I applied it, and after half an hour it all went away as if nothing had happened. Isn't it lovely!
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Effective eye contour serum Cora
The powerful formula of the firming emulsion Bark with plant caffeine contains shea butter and allantoin, which have a strong antioxidant effect. The cosmetic product is highly economical and is packaged in a convenient bottle with a pump dispenser. The serum stops premature aging of the skin of the eyelids, increases its elasticity and smoothes out small expression wrinkles in the expression zone, that is, in the corners of the eyes.
The emulsion is applied to the skin of the eyelids in the morning and evening for two months. After the first week of using the product, the skin will be noticeably fresher and tightened.
Intensive serum Bark has a pronounced lifting effect and perfectly moisturizes the delicate skin of the eyelids
The chemical formula of the serum contains:
- peptides;
- proteins;
- enzymes;
- plant caffeine;
- phytocomplex;
- oxireductase;
- allantoin;
- soy proteins;
- natural red grape leaf extract;
- Rice bran protein hydrolyzate;
- wheat protein hydrolysate;
- horsetail extract;
- trimethylglycine (betaine);
- green tea extract;
- Shea Butter;
- soybean oil.
The effect is immediate - the look is immediately clear, fresh, the skin around the eyes is more youthful. The serum is very effective, everything that is written works. I won’t say that everything immediately tightens up and wrinkles disappear, but there is a result, especially after two weeks.
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Luxurious eye contour mask with gold particles from Secret key
Patches from the famous Korean manufacturer Secret key are designed for comprehensive care of mature skin in the area around the eyes. Thanks to the high concentration of biologically active components, they have a powerful regenerating and antioxidant effect, effectively restore and nourish the delicate skin of the eyelids, and smooth out wrinkles. By stimulating microcirculation in tissues, a mask with seaweed extract returns healthy, natural color to aging skin, eliminates dark circles and excess swelling. The cosmetic product has a pleasant, unobtrusive aroma, typical of personal care products from this manufacturer.
Secret key patches containing bioavailable gold can significantly lighten darkened eyelid skin in a short time
A mask in the form of patches soaked in valuable essence is applied to cleansed skin by pressing firmly onto the area affected by wrinkles and age-related changes. The product is left for 40–50 minutes, after which it is removed, and the remnants of the anti-aging composition are evenly distributed over the skin around the eyes until completely absorbed. Patches should be used in courses, 3-4 times a year.
Secret key patches contain:
- colloidal 24-karat gold;
- seaweed extract;
- natural extract of aloe, tomato, grapes, honeysuckle;
- epidermal cell growth factor;
- marine collagen;
- niacinamide;
- royal jelly;
- adenosine;
- black caviar extract;
- sodium hyaluronate.
The patches perfectly moisturize and nourish the delicate skin of the eyelids, so additional application of cream may not even be required. Expression wrinkles are instantly smoothed and eliminated. With regular use, the wrinkles seem to disappear - hence the conclusion that the patches have a good prolonged effect. The patches work great against bags under the eyes. Swelling after sleep goes away quite quickly and there is a feeling of elasticity and additional tone. Dark circles lighten and signs of fatigue are erased, but if “bruises” arise as a result of the close proximity of blood vessels, the effect will be temporary and will last no more than an hour and a half.
Ksenia Krynski
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Wrinkle-smoothing light fluid for the eye contour Techni Liss from Payot
Techni Liss fluid from the famous manufacturer Payot, which has proven itself in the cosmetology market, gives an excellent lifting effect and hydration. The innovative Liss Process complex, which combines super-effective substances and diamond powder, helps fight all visible signs of skin aging, penetrating deep into the epidermis and restoring youth to the skin around the eyes. And although there is an opinion that Payot products have a withdrawal syndrome, several subjective reviews should not affect the choice of an effective lifting cream. There is undoubtedly a rejuvenation effect, and it remains for a long time provided that it is used regularly.
The fluid is intended for the correction of deep wrinkles, which is achievable by using the product twice a day for two months.
Weightless Techni Liss fluid smoothes out crow's feet and reduces dark circles and puffiness under the eyes
The composition of the cosmetic product for smoothing wrinkles includes;
- diamond powder;
- Liss Process complex;
- vitamins E, F;
- egg oil;
- natural extracts of raspberry, wintergreen, yarrow;
- D-panthenol;
- glucosamine;
- hydrolyzed milk protein;
- lecithin;
- silk proteins.
I can say that the result of use after 2 months is simply amazing! Not a single wrinkle! I’m not joking now and I’m not inflating the price of this cream, it just seems to suit me perfectly! I also recently started applying it to nasolabial wrinkles - it works there too, fills these “furrows” and they smooth out
cosmic girl
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Revitalizing cream with snail mucin from Mizon
The Korean miracle remedy Snail Repair Eye Cream perfectly corrects wrinkles under the eyes and protects against adverse environmental influences. The firming cream has a pleasant smell, a pronounced effect of reducing age-related changes and penetrates well into the deepest layers of the skin. It also gives elasticity to the dermis, tones it, and stimulates the natural production of collagen fibers. Snail cream should be used over long periods, since the process of producing collagen and elastin requires a significant amount of time.
Carefully! The cream contains glycolic acid, which in case of individual intolerance can cause an allergic reaction. In this case, you must immediately stop using the cosmetic product.
Snail Repair Eye Cream smooths out wrinkles under the eyes, brightens and evens out the skin, saturating it with vitamins and moisture.
The anti-wrinkle product contains the following components:
- concentrated snail secretion extract;
- amino acids;
- vitamin complex (B6, B12, A, C, E);
- marine collagen;
- chitosan;
- allantoin;
- glycolic acid;
- polypeptides;
- adenosine;
- niacinomide;
- Matrixyl;
- phytosqualane;
- phytokeratin;
- natural meadowfoam oil;
- sweet almond oil;
- sodium hyaluronate;
- purslane extract.
My mother has been using it for about a month and has only a positive opinion: at first, when asked: “how does it work?” she answered that she could not yet understand whether it was effective, that is, in the first week it was not clear, but little by little she began to notice how smooth the mimic SMALL wrinkles under the eyes.
MirandaBeauty
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Remedy for wrinkles around the eyes with ultra-lifting effect Revitalift Laser x3
Rejuvenating product Revitalift Laser x3 with a roller for toning eyelid massage returns firmness and elasticity to mature skin, and also restores healthy color and visibly tightens. The concentrated drug helps get rid of fine wrinkles and, thanks to the presence of a component called Pro-Xylan, effectively affects soft tissues, literally erasing traces of age-related changes.
The cream has high penetration, a pleasant, unobtrusive aroma and has a non-greasy texture. To achieve a pronounced effect, it must be used twice a day for at least two months.
The fragmented hyuluronic acid included in Revitalift Laser x3 intensively smoothes wrinkles around the eyes
The cream contains:
- fragmented hyaluronic acid;
- Pro-Xylan;
- caffeine;
- vitamin complex A, C, E;
- collagen;
- D-panthenol.
HURRAY! My aunt and I bought this new product. We have been testing it for 12 days, 2 times a day. My aunt is 62 years old. She reacted with humor to my idea of an experiment. So what would you think? The effect is visually noticeable for her too! The skin of her eyelids noticeably brightened, very deep wrinkles did not go away, but their radial, vector directions became clearly shorter. I really liked the anti-edematous effect.
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Regenerating eye contour product Augen Creme from NEOBIO
Augen Creme from NEOBIO effectively nourishes the delicate skin of the eyelids, gives it a healthy and fresh look, eliminates the feeling of dryness, tightness and discomfort that appears after washing. By softening the dehydrated epidermal layer, as well as improving microcirculation in the dermis and strengthening the walls of capillaries, the cream helps smooth out the network of fine wrinkles. Thanks to the unique complex of biologically active components contained in argan oil, the product successfully tightens the skin and improves its intercellular structure.
NEOBIO's Augen Creme is especially suitable for those with dry, dehydrated skin around the eyes. It contains many valuable natural oils, due to which it perfectly nourishes the skin of the eyelids. The product may not be suitable as a day cream or makeup base, as it has a thick texture.
Neobio intensively moisturizing cream provides complete care for mature skin
It is best to use Augen Creme in the evening, after cleansing and removing makeup. It is necessary to remember that you need to apply a cream with a dense texture and ultra-nutritious properties several hours before bedtime, so that it has time to be completely absorbed into the skin and does not clog the pores, which can cause severe swelling. A full course of deep nourishment of the eyelid skin lasts at least two months, after which the epidermal layer of the paraorbital area will smooth out and noticeably tighten.
The chemical formula of the cream contains:
- natural essential oils of controlled origin;
- soybean oil;
- eugenol;
- shea seed oil;
- geraniol;
- cocoa bean butter;
- sunflower oil;
- vegetable glycerin;
- tocopherol acetate;
- red grape seed oil.
Very well nourishes and moisturizes. Smoothes out small wrinkles. It is used very economically.
Limoroe
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Best eye creams - comparison table
Product type | Name |
Universal | Estee Lauder Re Nutriv |
L'Oreal Paris Revitalift | |
Ahava | |
Vichy Liftactiv | |
Bioocean 35 | |
L'Oreal Paris hyaluron | |
Secret Key Snail Repairing Eye Cream | |
Shiseido Benefiance Wrinkle Smoothing Eye Cream | |
Anti-aging 30-60 | Derma e Advanced Peptides Collagen Eye Cream |
Dermaheal Eyebag Serum | |
Kiehl's Creamy Eye Treatment With Avocado | |
Professional premium creams | Arabia Professional Peptide Complex Cream |
Premium Yeux La Creme Anti Age Absolu | |
The best ratio of price and quality | L'Oreal Paris "The Luxury of Nutrition" |
Budget remedy | Planeta Organica cooling gel around the eyes |
Effective | Elizavecca with swallow's nest extract |
How to use creams correctly
Products for the skin under the eyes are divided into several groups according to their effect:
- Moisturizing products have a light texture and do not contain aggressive components. Fills the skin with moisture and retains it.
- Anti-aging agents increase skin elasticity and have a lifting effect. Fight wrinkles
- Corrective remove swelling, dark circles, brighten
The result depends on how correctly all stages of the procedure are carried out.
Preparation for application
Before applying the cream, you need to thoroughly cleanse the skin:
- Completely removes makeup residue.
- Treat with serum and concentrate.
Use eye cream before applying facial product, not after.
How to apply eye cream correctly
When applying the product, take into account that it will definitely spread over an area with a radius of 1 cm. You should not place it close to the eyelashes, because it will get between the hairs, and from there into the eye.
It is correct to apply the product over the orbital bones in a circular motion. Choose the direction from the temple to the bridge of the nose. This way the skin does not stretch further. For application it is better to use your ring finger. It is calculated that he does it easily, with minimal effort.
Frequency of use
The instructions for the drug indicate how many times a day you need to use the product. Usually this is once or twice, morning and evening.
If you apply the product under your eyes before going to bed, it can lead to undesirable consequences. In the morning, swelling may appear under the eyes. Therefore, the optimal time would be a couple of hours before bedtime.
Anti-aging face masks
To make your skin look more well-groomed and youthful, you can make masks in addition to face creams. Ready-made anti-aging masks can also be purchased in specialized stores or pharmacies. But even in our kitchen there are products that are in no way inferior to ready-made products, and sometimes even surpass them. After all, masks from products are always freshly prepared, and the composition is only natural.
When applying a mask to your face, it is important to remember some rules:
- before use you need to do an allergy test;
- You need to apply the mask to previously cleansed skin, you can even lightly steam and scrub your face;
- The mask should be distributed over the face and neck in the same way as the cream - along the massage lines;
- you need to strictly adhere to the procedure time;
- It is necessary to rinse off the product with warm water, and at the end rinse your face with a contrast shower;
- after using the mask, apply the cream to a slightly damp face;
- You need to make anti-aging masks regularly.
Potato starch mask
This mask is unique, since starch costs mere pennies, but the benefits from it are enormous. It softens, nourishes, vitaminizes the skin, smoothes out fine wrinkles and fights inflammation. The starch mask should be properly prepared and applied:
- Dissolve one tablespoon of starch in 100 ml of cold water.
- Leave for 2-3 minutes for the starch to swell and put on fire.
- Heat until thick, remove from heat.
- Cool slightly, add a spoonful of honey and the same amount of freshly prepared carrot juice.
- Apply the mask to the face, neck and décolleté for twenty minutes and then rinse.
- Apply once or twice a week.
A face mask with starch is a good alternative to Botox if you complete a course of ten procedures.
Gelatin mask
Gelatin is animal collagen. If applied to the face, it will help improve complexion, eliminate blackheads, dry out acne, make the skin soft, and prevent the appearance of new wrinkles. A gelatin mask is prepared and used as follows:
- Soak 10 g of gelatin in cold water and let it stand for swelling.
- After 15–20 minutes, put the gelatin and water on low heat.
- Heat up, stirring constantly.
- Remove from heat until it boils.
- Cool and add banana puree.
- Apply the mask for fifteen minutes and wash off.
- Apply twice a week.
Using gelatin at home, you can prepare amazing masks that will stimulate the production of your own collagen.
Aloe mask
Aloe is a plant that can be seen on the windowsill of almost every apartment. But few people know that it has invaluable qualities that will help in the fight against age-related changes. Aloe moisturizes, restores and disinfects the skin, promotes the process of regeneration of epidermal cells. Prepare and apply an aloe mask as follows:
- Take one tablespoon of aloe pulp.
- Add one egg yolk and two to three drops of olive oil.
- Mix all ingredients thoroughly and apply to skin for twenty minutes.
- We wash it off and carry out the procedure twice a week.
Aloe juice and pulp are used in cosmetology to solve the problem of facial skin nutrition
What ingredients should not be in an eye cream?
There is a list of substances that have no place in a quality product for caring for the skin around the eyes. In many ways it is the same as for other care products:
- Parabens have a negative effect on the hormonal system
- Sodium chloride increases dryness, causes allergies
- Propylene glycol often causes allergies
- Osteel stearate does not allow the skin to breathe
The attitude of cosmetologists towards caffeine is ambiguous. In youth, it removes swelling. But over the years, caffeine begins to work too actively, absorbing water. As a result, the skin becomes dry and vulnerable.