Eye skin care tips from the experts: brightening ingredients, formulas that reduce puffiness, whether gels, creams or serums are better, and more
- While the necessity of eye care products has long been debated, experts say that specifically formulated items can be of benefit
- It is important to apply sunscreen to your eye area since the skin there is extra fragile, and it can prevent other issues such as hyperpigmentation
The eyes may be the window to the soul, but it’s also where many tend to spot their dreaded first wrinkle. There’s a reason for that: the skin around the eyes tends to be more delicate than the rest of the face, which means that it is prone to telltale signs of ageing, from crow’s feet and spider veins to dark circles and puffiness.
“While it makes sense to think that skin all over your body is the same, the reality is, different areas of your face and body are covered with different types,” explains Sunday Riley, founder of the eponymous beauty brand. “It’s important to remember that the eye area skin is thin, and can also show signs of ageing sooner than other areas of the face, so it can benefit from a targeted product.”
Experts, however, say that specifically formulated eye care products can benefit those who have experienced changes in the skin around the eyes. This is because they contain a different set of ingredients from your regular moisturiser, and those ingredients are also lower in concentration so as not to irritate this sensitive area.
“I think an eye cream is an important part of a well-rounded skincare routine,” explains aesthetician Shani Darden. “Eye creams are formulated with ingredients to specifically target fine lines, puffiness and dark circles for brighter, more youthful eyes. They also have a lower molecular weight than moisturisers, which means they can penetrate the delicate eye area better.”