What to Look for in the Best Eye Cream for Sensitive Eyes

Choosing the right eye cream can help soothe and protect the delicate skin around sensitive eyes.

1. Gentle, Hypoallergenic Formulas

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Look for eye creams specifically labeled as hypoallergenic or formulated for sensitive skin. These products are less likely to contain common irritants that can cause redness or discomfort.

2. Fragrance-Free Options

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Fragrance is a common trigger for sensitivity around the eyes. Opt for eye creams that are fragrance-free to minimize the risk of irritation.

3. Soothing Ingredients

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Ingredients like aloe vera, calendula, chamomile, and cucumber extract can help calm and hydrate sensitive skin without causing stinging or burning sensations.

4. Dermatologist and Ophthalmologist Tested

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Choose products that have been tested by dermatologists and ophthalmologists to ensure they are safe for use around the eyes, even for those with heightened sensitivities.

  1. 1
    Eye Armor Eye Moisturizer
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    Our award-winning anti-aging eye moisturizer that lifts, firms and visibly reduces dark circles.
  2. 2
    UV AOX Eye Broad Spectrum SPF 30
    71 REVIEWS
    Lightweight and antioxidant-rich UV AOX Eye SPF 30 protects the skin around the eyes, minimizes signs of fine lines, and brightens dark circles.
  3. 3
    Black Rose Eye Contour Fluid

    Sisley Paris

    43 REVIEWS
    BestSeller
    In a single stroke the eye contour area appears illuminated, energized, smoothed and revitalized.
  4. 4
    Instant Bright Eye Cream

    SkinMedica

    23 REVIEWS
    Our age defying eye cream instantly improves eyes' appearance, including dark circles, sagging, puffiness and lines.
  5. 5
    The Return Eye Concentrate
    118 REVIEWS
    BestSeller
    A complete eye treatment that targets free radical imbalance and oxidative stress against the appearance of puffiness, wrinkles, and dark circles.
  6. 6
    TNS Eye Repair

    SkinMedica

    21 REVIEWS
    BestSeller
    Reduces the appearance of fine lines, wrinkles, and dark circles around the eyes.
  7. 7
    Eye and Lip Contour Balm

    Sisley Paris

    19 REVIEWS
    Hydrates and treats under-eye puffiness
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    Depuff and Define Contouring Eye Rescue
    11 REVIEWS
    Depuff and Define
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    Anti-Puff Eye Cream

    Clark’s Botanicals

    1 REVIEWS
    Targeted to reduce under-eye swelling while firming and moisturizing the delicate skin in this area.
  10. 10
    The Absolute Restoring Eye Cream
    1 REVIEWS
    A powerful targeted treatment to lift, firm, and revitalize the eye contour while reducing wrinkles, expression lines, dark circles, and puffiness for renewed youthful skin health.

What to Look for in the Best Eye Cream for Sensitive Eyes

Choosing the right eye cream can help soothe and protect the delicate skin around sensitive eyes.

1. Gentle, Hypoallergenic Formulas

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Look for eye creams specifically labeled as hypoallergenic or formulated for sensitive skin. These products are less likely to contain common irritants that can cause redness or discomfort.

2. Fragrance-Free Options

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Fragrance is a common trigger for sensitivity around the eyes. Opt for eye creams that are fragrance-free to minimize the risk of irritation.

3. Soothing Ingredients

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Ingredients like aloe vera, calendula, chamomile, and cucumber extract can help calm and hydrate sensitive skin without causing stinging or burning sensations.

4. Dermatologist and Ophthalmologist Tested

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Choose products that have been tested by dermatologists and ophthalmologists to ensure they are safe for use around the eyes, even for those with heightened sensitivities.