Choosing an eye cream that’s perfect for you

Written by Watsons’ Beauty & Skincare Experts Team May 2023

We’re all about finding the best eye cream to keep your eyes looking young and fresh! We all know that the skin around our eyes is delicate and prone to wrinkles and puffiness, but fear not, we’ve got the inside scoop on the key ingredients to look for in an anti-aging eye cream.

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Retinol

Retinol is a superstar ingredient in the world of anti-aging eye creams. This derivative of natural vitamin A works wonders in creating healthier cells, smoothing out wrinkles, and enhancing collagen production.

 

Retinol-based eye cream is like a magic potion that can solve all your skincare problems from sunspots to sagging skin. Who doesn't love a one-stop solution?

Vitamin C

Next up on our list is vitamin C, which is an absolute must-have ingredient for any eye cream. Vitamin C has powerful
antioxidant properties that can protect your skin from pollution and UV rays.

 
It’s also known as L-ascorbic acid, which can boost healthy cell growth and collagen production. So not only will vitamin C eye cream protect your skin, it will help it look its best too!

Peptides

Peptides are another key ingredient to look for in an eye cream. These proteins stimulate the growth of new cells and can even trick your own cells into producing more collagen. The result? Permanent skin smoothing effects and hydrated, plump-looking skin with just a tiny bit of peptide eye cream. Yes please!

Niacinamide

Last but certainly not least, we have niacinamide. Niacinamide for under eyes is a real lifesaver when it comes to keeping your skin happy and healthy. It can help your skin tolerate the harshness of other ingredients like retinol, nourishes your skin, and strengthens the skin barrier.

 

Plus, it lightens dark spots and acne scars by preventing pigmentation from rising to the surface. Now you can say “Goodbye, blemishes!”

 

So there you have it, beauties! The key ingredients to look for when searching for the best eye cream. We hope this little guide has been helpful, and don’t forget to treat yourself to a little eye cream love every day. Your beautiful eyes will shine!