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
    Creamy Eye Treatment With Avocado

    Kiehl's Since 1851

    3,504 REVIEWS
    BestSeller
    Creamy, moisturizing eye treatment formulated with avocado oil.
  2. 2
    All About Eyes

    Clinique

    2,679 REVIEWS
    Clinique All About Eyes is a refreshing lightweight eye cream that reduces the look of puffiness and dark circles.
  3. 3
    Smart Clinical Repair Wrinkle Correcting Eye Cream
    2,580 REVIEWS
    Clinique Smart Clinical Repair Wrinkle Correcting Eye Cream
  4. 4
    All About Eyes Rich Eye Cream
    1,400 REVIEWS
    Rich eye cream diminishes the look of undereye circles, shadows, puffs and fine lines
  5. 5
    Super Multi-Corrective Anti-Aging Eye Cream
    1,110 REVIEWS
    A clean, anti-aging eye cream with Niacinamide and Collagen Peptide that corrects all four eye zones: brow bone area, eyelid, crow's feet & under-eye.
  6. 6
    All About Eyes Serum De Puffing Eye Massage
    1,037 REVIEWS
    Instantly cooling rollerball refreshes on contact.
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    A.G.E. Advanced Eye

    SkinCeuticals

    1,029 REVIEWS
    BestSeller
    A.G.E. Advanced Eye is a next-generation eye cream that fights the appearance of aging.
  8. 8
    Brightening Botanical Eye Balm
    984 REVIEWS
    A ground-breaking Bakuchiol Eye Balm, fully powered by plants.
  9. 9
    The Eye Concentrate

    La Mer

    936 REVIEWS
    BestSeller
    A moisturizing eye cream that reduces the look of lines and wrinkles and visibly diminishes dark circles for younger-looking eyes.
  10. 10
    Hydrating Eye Cream

    Bobbi Brown

    706 REVIEWS
    A quick-absorbing eye cream with moisturizers that melt onto the skin.

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.