Why Eye Creams Are an Important Part of Your Skincare Routine

Like many people, you might be thinking: “Do I really need an eye cream?” - the answer is, yes you probably do! The skin around your eyes is around 7 times thinner than everywhere else, meaning it does a great job of showcasing when you’re run down or haven’t had enough sleep - not to mention fine lines and wrinkles. It’s the area most likely to get puffy, dry and sensitive, so it makes sense it needs a little extra TLC. 

Moisturisers and Eye Creams Are Different

Eye creams aren’t the same as moisturisers, they’re specially formulated for the delicate skin around the eyes. While moisturisers are designed to provide hydration and nourishment to your entire face, sometimes targeting specific concerns like dryness or ageing, an eye cream is lighter and gentler to avoid irritation. In other words, think of moisturiser as a healthy breakfast for your whole body, and eye cream as a targeted vitamin for your eyes.

Using one product for both your face and eye area doesn’t address the unique needs of your skin. If you want to protect the delicate area, target puffiness, reduce fine lines and get rid of dark circles then an eye cream should be part of your routine. 

Which Eye Cream Is For Me?

Choosing the right eye cream is important, you should take into consideration your skin type, condition, particular concerns and age. Luckily, we’ve got five to pick from so you’re sure to find one you love!

Collagen Boost Eye Créme delivers nourishing hydration thanks to Rosehip Oil and Eye’Fective™(a combination of Hawthorn and Arabian Jasmine) - to smooth fine lines, lift eyelids and reduce dark circles all in one. 

essano HAPPY SKIN Power Peptide Eye Cream awakens your eyes instantly. Skin-loving superstars Fermented Postbiotics, Eye Tetrapide, Vitamin C and Caffeine work together to target puffiness, fatigue, dark circles & fine lines. A metal tip applicator instantly cools and energises.  

Vitamin C Brightening Eye Gel revives and illuminates to brighten dark circles and visibly smooth the skin, using Vitamin C sourced from mango, papaya and pineapple. 

Visible Repair Eye Cream is specially formulated for menopausal and mature, 50+ skin. It’s clinically proven to reduce fine lines and wrinkle depth while minimising the appearance of dark circles within 4 weeks. Lapgyl™ comes from the ‘Tree of Life’ and promotes slower skin ageing for youthful-looking skin. Eyeseryl™ Peptide and Shadownyl™ reduce puffiness and dark circles. 

Hydrating Rosehip Eye Créme plumps and hydrates the delicate skin around the eyes. It’s enriched with Rosehip Oil and Atlantic Ocean Algae Extract to soften and soothe the look of fine lines, improve the appearance of dark circles and promote a youthful appearance. 

Go Easy on the Eyes

As with anything, consistency is key, but luckily adding an eye cream to your skincare routine is simple and can be used both morning & night:

1. Start with a gentle cleanser
2. Apply toner to balance your skin
3. Gently apply a pea-sized amount of eye cream into the area below your eyes, starting at the innermost corner and moving outwards
4. Moisturise your beautiful face.