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Eye Care: Hydrate, smooth, and revitalize your eyes


The eye area is a particularly delicate and fragile part of the face, often showing the first signs of aging, such as dark circles, puffiness, or dehydration. A specialized treatment provides hydration and comfort while more precisely addressing the needs of the eye area. Cream, gel, serum, or treatments with a massaging tip: eye care products come in a variety of textures. On MyOrigines, discover a selection of eye care products tailored to different needs, from simple dehydration to the first signs of aging.


The Main Types of Eye Care Products


Type of Treatment Texture Primary Need
Eye Contour Gel Fresh and Light Puffiness, fatigue, light hydration
Eye cream Richer and more comfortable Dryness, fine lines, comfort
Eye serum Lightweight and concentrated Signs of aging, radiance, puffiness, and dark circles
Treatment with massaging tip Variable Refreshing effect and decongesting action

Moisturizing eye care products


Dehydration can visually accentuate fine lines around the eyes. Formulas containing hyaluronic acid, glycerin, or other humectants help retain moisture in the skin’s outer layers and improve skin comfort.


Advanced Night Repair Eye, Estée Lauder


The Estée Lauder Advanced Night Repair Eye Gel-Cream combines a lightweight texture with moisturizing and anti-aging active ingredients. Its formula contains hyaluronic acid and peptides, depending on the product, to complement a routine focused on hydration and the appearance of fine lines.


Eye care products for dark circles and signs of fatigue


Dark circles can have various causes: pigmentation, visible blood vessels, hollows under the eyes, or lack of sleep. An eye contour treatment can improve radiance and hydration, but its effectiveness depends on the type of dark circles. Active ingredients such as caffeine, niacinamide, or certain antioxidants are frequently used in formulas designed to visually refresh the eyes.


Skin Therapy Eye, Erborian


The Erborian’s Skin Therapy Eye combines several plant extracts with active ingredients such as caffeine and niacinamide. This treatment addresses several concerns around the eye area, including hydration, radiance, and the appearance of puffiness, dark circles, and fine lines.


Anti-Aging Eye Care Products


The eye area is often one of the first areas of the face to show fine lines. Anti-aging skincare products for this area often use peptides, hyaluronic acid, or other active ingredients designed to visually improve the skin’s suppleness and firmness.  


Double Serum Eye, Clarins


The Clarins Double Serum Eye combines a dual texture designed to provide both comfort and a lightweight feel. It fits into a routine that targets the main visible signs of aging around the eyes, including wrinkles, puffiness, dark circles, and a lack of radiance.


Eye care products for under-eye puffiness


Under-eye puffiness can be caused by various factors, including fluid retention, lack of sleep, or the natural structure of the eye area. Cooling textures, caffeine, and massaging applicators can help provide a decongesting sensation and temporarily improve the appearance of the eye area.


Resveratrol-Lift, Caudalie


The Caudalie’s Resveratrol-Lift eye treatment combines a targeted formula with an applicator tip designed to massage the area. This type of massage can complement the application of the treatment and provide a refreshing sensation around the eyes when they show signs of fatigue.


Applying the eye contour treatment


Apply a small amount of product to the clean eye contour area, typically after the facial serum and before the cream. Gently pat with your ring finger without pulling on the skin. The product can be spread over the orbital bone and under the eye. Avoid applying it too close to the mucous membrane unless the brand explicitly states that the formula is intended for this use.


Eye Contour Care and Face Cream


Not all face creams are off-limits for use around the eyes. Some may be suitable if their formula is gentle and tailored to this area. However, a product specifically formulated for the eye area is still worth considering if you’re looking for a lighter texture, better tolerance around the eyes, or active ingredients that target puffiness, dark circles, and fine lines.


FAQ: Everything You Need to Know About Eye Care


Why Use an Eye Care Product?


It helps hydrate the delicate skin in this area and more precisely target specific concerns such as dark circles, puffiness, fine lines, or a lack of radiance.


Which eye care product should you choose for dark circles?


It depends on the type of dark circles. Formulas that are hydrating, brightening, or contain caffeine or niacinamide can improve their appearance, but pigmented or hollow dark circles do not respond in the same way.


At what age should you start using an eye cream?


There’s no specific age. You can start as soon as the area shows a specific need, such as dehydration, puffiness, or dark circles.


Can you use a face cream around the eyes?


Yes, certain creams may be suitable if they are well-tolerated and formulated for this area. However, a specific eye care product is still preferable if you want to target puffiness, dark circles, or fine lines.


Should you use an eye cream in the morning and at night?


It depends on the product. A moisturizer can generally be applied twice a day, but using it once daily—in the morning or at night—may also be sufficient, depending on your needs.


Is caffeine effective against puffiness?


It’s frequently used to temporarily improve the appearance of tired-looking eyes and under-eye bags. However, its effectiveness depends on the formula and the cause of the under-eye bags.


Eye care products on MyOrigines


On MyOrigines, discover a selection of eye care products tailored to different needs: hydration, puffiness, dark circles, fine lines, radiance, or signs of aging. Complete your beauty routine with our lip care products, our face serums, and our day creams.