A Complete Guide to the Best Eye Creams of 2011

Using eye cream is essential to keep the eye area hydrated and your face looking young. Since the skin surrounding the eye area is very thin and does not contain oil glands, it is best to keep this area moisturized with the use of an eye cream.

The three biggest skin concerns regarding the eye area are: dark circles, puffiness, lines and crow’s feet. With so many creams on the market to choose from, today the main points to keep in mind before your purchase are: skin concern, price range and ingredients.

Dark Circles

Dark circles are primarily caused by allergies or exhaustion. However, in order to treat dark circles or to minimize their appearance, choose an eye cream that contains vitamin K, kojic acid, or b vitamins such as b-6 and b-12. All of these ingredients have a “lightening effect” on this delicate area.

Some of the top eye creams on the market today that address dark circles are; Givenchy Le Soin Nori Eye, DDF- Doctor’s Dermatologic Formula Erase Eye Gel, Olay Total Effects Eye Transforming Cream or StriVectin –SD. All of these creams range in price and depending on where you live, the accessibility of these creams will vary.

Puffiness

Puffiness around the eye area is another concern that plagues many people. In general, puffy eyes are caused by water retention, bad circulation, sleeping positions and aging. Excessive salt intake is something to be aware of if puffy eyes are a reoccurring problem for you. Also, be sure to sleep with your head elevated as this will help with circulation and will ensure that fluids do not “pool” under the eyes.

Popular eye creams targeted for puffiness include All About Eyes by Clinique, L'Oreal has Advanced RevitaLift Double Eye Lift, and RoC® Retinol Correxion™. All three creams have a light consistency and do not “weigh” down the eye area. They also contain caffeine, which helps to stimulate blood flow and “wake up” the eye area.

Fine Lines

As for those that are looking to treat and/or prevent fine lines and crow’s feet, choosing a product with collagen-boosting retinol is important. Retinol containing creams include: Dermologica Intensive Eye repair, Olay Total Effects Eye Transforming Cream, and Bliss ‘The Youth As We Know It’ Anti-aging cream. These creams will help “plump” the skin and restore elasticity.

Many eye creams also contain SPF. While wearing SPF around the eyes is important during the daytime, it is unnecessary at night time. Since SPF is made to interact with the sun, it can become irritating to certain skin types if used at night. The best SPF laced eye creams for daytime use are Clarins Sun Wrinkle Control Eye Contour Care SPF 30, Neutrogena Healthy Defense Eye Cream and Clinique Advanced Stop Signs Eyes SPF 15.

Regardless if you are a man or a woman, eye cream is a great idea for keeping your eyes beautiful!