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A good anti-aging eye cream is hard to come by. Sure, there are plenty of brands and formulas to choose from when you’re browsing the skincare aisles. But, most of them fall short on their promises because they don’t feature the right ingredients.
Effective anti-aging eye creams should provide the skin with lasting hydration, while also delivering nourishing ingredients and protection from harmful UV rays.
“Over time it’s about maintaining the health and thickness of the eyelid skin. Improving the skin quality in this area early on ensures that the eyelid skin does not easily lose laxity and its smooth appearance later on,” says board-certified, Los Angeles-based dermatologist Annie Chiu. “Regular use of eye cream over time will keep the eyelid skin elastic and can improve or prevent against some fine lines or collagen loss. Remember: Nothing is magic. Results don’t occur overnight. “You can further protect the delicate skin around your eyes by choosing an eye cream with SPF or applying sunscreen every day.”
She recommends opting for eye creams that contain antioxidants, which fight oxidative damage from pollution and UV irradiation. Other important ingredients include vitamin C, retinols, and growth factors, which encourage and promote collagen production. If under-eye puffiness is your main concern, Chiu also recommends using an eye cream with caffeine because of its de-puffing properties.
So, what are some of the best anti-aging eye creams available? We found a few that have rave reviews from happy Sephora.com customers and come recommended by dermatologists:
Saturday Skin Wide Awake Brightening Eye Cream ($46)
This hydrating eye cream brightens and refreshes the eye area using date seed extract to illuminate the skin while delivering hydration with its powerful moisturizing combination of avocado protein extract, hyaluronic acid, and the brand's patented peptide complex. When combined, these ingredients improve texture and firmness to reveal younger-looking under-eyes.
"This is one of the best purchases I have ever made. I love this eye cream. My undereye looks brighter and I have medium/dark skin. It makes my eyes pop. I also love the cooling sensation when I apply this in the morning." - yutimal
"My eyes feel so moisturized with this eye cream. I haven't felt anything like it before! Super light and smooth texture! Very happy with the purchase." - kimberlyp95
belif Moisturizing Eye Bomb ($48)
If hydration is your main skincare concern for your under-eyes, then you need belif's moisturizing eye bomb in your life ASAP. It's lightweight, refreshing, and smoothes fine lines with its hydrating herb, comfrey leaf, and elasticity-boosting pennywort herb formula. Not only does it moisturize the eye area, but it also improves elasticity, increases the resilience of the skin, and makes for an excellent primer for makeup.
"This is one of the best eye moisturizers I’ve ever tried. As someone with combination skin, it’s very hard to find a moisturizer that is hydrating enough without making my skin feel oily. I use this product daily and it has definitely become one of my go-to products. I received this product as a free sample to try and I can’t wait to repurchase. Would definitely recommend!!" - Maggslo
"I received a sample of this in my Sephora Play box. And I usually have no desire for eye creams, and often give them to my mother. But the scent of this was so pleasing, I decided to try it. I. LOVE. IT. I started by putting it by my eyes, and everything just felt amazing. I use it in the morning and at night. I started putting it on my cheek in an area that's been breaking out (little red bumps), and it actually has been calming them down some. Such intense moisture! I am addicted to this! Been using it for a couple weeks now. I'm obsessed. I will absolutely be buying the full size! I will also be trying more of the Belif brand after this experience." - amypiac
Kora Organics Noni Radiant Eye Oil ($38)
This organic eye treatment is formulated with certified organic noni, tomato fruit, and marine bamboo extracts, kahai and coffee oils to brighten and awaken the under-eyes. Together, they also reduce dark circles and improve firmness and tone. It's also got a rose quartz roller ball applicator, which provides a soothing sensation and helps decrease puffiness.
"This product is so lovely. I really love the rose quartz roller ball. I’ve been using it for about seven days I only used it on one side of my face so that I can really tell... and I see such a difference. This product is amazing!" - needyedie
"I was delighted when my local Sephora store rep showed me this product as I was raving about how much I like using the noni glow face oil. I have been using this for a week now and I love it! At night I use more of this product under my eyes. During the day I apply this oil around the lower part of my under eyes and I use it more sparingly. I pat it gently up a bit staying away from my lower lashes. I do let it set for awhile before I apply my concealer. I found it sets better that way for me. It keeps me moisturized yet using it more sparingly my concealer does not settle into my fine under eye lines. This product works much better for me than all the undereye creams I have that are meant to be used during the day with concealer. I am very pleased with this great product." - frenchlavender
Kiehl's Creamy Eye Treatment With Avocado ($29)
Avocado oil and other natural ingredients come together to gently moisturize and enhance the eye area in this eye treatment. The under-eyes are left feeling softer, suppler, and more youthful-looking because of its long-lasting hydration. And, it doubles as an effective under-eye primer for makeup!
"This product is amazing for my dry under-eyes! I use it in the morning and evenings and it does an incredible job moisturizing. It requires a very small amount of product and helps my concealer go on smoothly. It does not affect my dark circles, but hey, I came for the hydration and that's what I got! I follow Kiehl's on social media and they've recommended also using it as an eye treatment mask, which I am looking forward to trying." - JancyBrew
"I have been a fan of Kiehl's for a while now and I am soooo happy Sephora is now a seller for the brand. It won't make a HUGE difference in your eyes if you have problem areas such as wrinkles or extreme dark circles but it's a great hydrator and smooths/brightens enough to look fresh before a day out." - misskhalessi
Shiseido Benefiance WrinkleResist24 Intensive Eye Contour Cream ($60)
You contour your face, so why don't contour your under-eyes? This ultra-rich, silky formula fights visible signs of aging around the eyes to reveal smooth, resilient, younger-looking skin.
"The first eye cream that really moisturized my lids and under eye area without irritation and allergic reaction. My skin is super sensitive, especially around eyes ( they usually get watery and are itching after using any other cream even really far from the eye) and this cream I use even close to my eye and it works great!" - Evelyn250
"If you are over 40 and have dry skin- you must have this product! I tried different creams, lots of them and keep coming back to this one. It's an awesome rich cream that will help you to keep your wrinkles at bay!" - caramel3333
Origins GinZing Refreshing Eye Cream ($31)
This energizing eye cream instantly wakes up tired eyes and acts an effective solution for dryness, puffiness, and dark circles. Coffee beans, panax ginseng, magnolia extract, and natural optic brighteners come together to rapidly awaken the skin and reveal a brighter, more radiant look.
"I love this eye cream sooooo much!!! I've only used it for two weeks and the darkness under my eyes are lighter also it almost gives a natural highlight for a no-makeup makeup look!!! It's amazing!! " -
Kishi2029
"This cream is very hydrating for the dry, cold climate I live in. It leaves a pearlized, sheer pink finish which is great for the day time as it camouflages the dark circles I struggle with. I like that the product is natural without all the chemicals in most facial/eye creams." - frostbit
