What to Look for in an Eye Moisturizer

Choosing the right eye moisturizer can help address concerns like dryness, puffiness, and fine lines around the delicate eye area.

1. Ingredients

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Look for gentle, hydrating ingredients like hyaluronic acid, peptides, and ceramides that are specifically formulated for the sensitive skin around the eyes. Avoid harsh fragrances or potential irritants.

2. Targeted Concerns

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Select an eye moisturizer based on your specific needs—whether it's reducing puffiness, minimizing dark circles, or smoothing fine lines. Many formulas cater to multiple concerns for comprehensive care.

3. Texture and Absorption

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Eye creams come in various textures, from lightweight gels to rich creams. Choose a texture that feels comfortable on your skin and absorbs easily without leaving residue or causing makeup to pill.

4. Compatibility with Makeup

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If you wear concealer or other eye makeup, opt for a moisturizer that layers well underneath and doesn't cause smudging or creasing throughout the day.

  1. 1
    Brightening Botanical Eye Balm
    1,033 REVIEWS
    A ground-breaking Bakuchiol Eye Balm, fully powered by plants.
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    A.G.E. Advanced Eye

    SkinCeuticals

    1,061 REVIEWS
    BestSeller
    A.G.E. Advanced Eye is a next-generation eye cream that fights the appearance of aging.
  3. 3
    All About Eyes Serum De Puffing Eye Massage
    1,076 REVIEWS
    Instantly cooling rollerball refreshes on contact.
  4. 4
    Vita-C Brightening Eye Cream
    486 REVIEWS
    This silky gel-cream delivers depuffing, color-correcting, brightening benefits right away—and firming, smoothing, lifting results down the line.
  5. 5
    Intensite Les Yeux Firming Eye Cream
    66 REVIEWS
    An intensive rejuvenating and hydrating eye cream that helps diminish the appearance of dark circles and puffiness.
  6. 6
    Brightening Eye Cream Under Eye Illuminator
    62 REVIEWS
    Light-reflecting eye cream visibly reduces dark circles and brightens under eye instantly.
  7. 7
    Moisturizing Renewal Eye Cream
    55 REVIEWS
    An ultra retexturizing and hydrating eye cream that increases skin renewal and deeply hydrates.
  8. 8
    BioBarrier Repair Eye Cream
    52 REVIEWS
    BestSeller
    48 hour hydration supports skin barrier with 1.5% allantoin and a triple ceramide complex.
  9. 9
    Black Diamond Eye Cream
    31 REVIEWS
    A peptide-powered, hydrating eye cream.
  10. 10
    Sensitif Eye Cream SPF 30
    22 REVIEWS
    A lightweight eye cream formulated with non-irritating 100% mineral sunscreen that protects against sun exposure and premature aging.

What to Look for in an Eye Moisturizer

Choosing the right eye moisturizer can help address concerns like dryness, puffiness, and fine lines around the delicate eye area.

1. Ingredients

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Look for gentle, hydrating ingredients like hyaluronic acid, peptides, and ceramides that are specifically formulated for the sensitive skin around the eyes. Avoid harsh fragrances or potential irritants.

2. Targeted Concerns

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Select an eye moisturizer based on your specific needs—whether it's reducing puffiness, minimizing dark circles, or smoothing fine lines. Many formulas cater to multiple concerns for comprehensive care.

3. Texture and Absorption

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Eye creams come in various textures, from lightweight gels to rich creams. Choose a texture that feels comfortable on your skin and absorbs easily without leaving residue or causing makeup to pill.

4. Compatibility with Makeup

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If you wear concealer or other eye makeup, opt for a moisturizer that layers well underneath and doesn't cause smudging or creasing throughout the day.