Eye Cream FAQ

Q: What are anti-wrinkle eye creams, and what do they do?

Eye creams are types of skincare products characterized by their ability to reduce or even erase the signs of aging: fine lines, wrinkles, and dark circles. Squinting and constant movement of the eyes also hasten the appearance of lines and wrinkles. Fluids collect under the eyes and cause puffiness and dark circles. Eye creams are designed to alleviate these issues.

Eye creams should be ideally incorporated into your beauty routine in your early 20s. The sooner you start using anti-aging and anti-wrinkle eye care products, the better and the less likely you are to develop wrinkles and fine lines.

Q: Are all eye creams effective?

Unfortunately, no. Many fly-by-night companies just ride these skincare trends, manufacturing inferior products with the wrong ingredients and proportions. Even worse, they often use synthetic compounds and dangerous chemicals which can irritate the skin and cause cellular damage.

Q: What should I look for?

• It must contain patented ingredients that are backed by clinical studies.
• It must have a high percentage of active ingredients (the higher the better).
• It must contain a combination of occlusives, emollients and humectants.
• It must not contain parabens, GMOs, artificial fragrances, hormones or phthalates.
• It should not be tested on animals.
• It should come with a confident money back guarantee.

Q: What about safety? Are there side effects to watch out for?

Make sure your eye cream does not have any added parabens, GMOs, artificial fragrances, hormones or phthalates. Not only can they irritate your skin, but they can cause long-term cellular damage. If you are unsure of the safety of your eye cream, consult with an AMA approved dermatologist.

Q: What is the correct way to apply an eye cream?

Using your 'ring' finger (which provides the gentlest of pressure) dot small amounts of cream around the eye area, avoiding the eye itself and 'pat' in the cream until absorbed. Take advantage of a steamy bathroom and damp skin in order for your cream to lock in extra hydration. Eye creams should be used after facial serums and moisturizers have been applied. The majority of eye creams should be applied at night time but many also offer formulas that are suitable for day time use. Read the label.

Q: How long will it take to see the effects?

The quality of your anti-aging, anti-wrinkle, rejuvenating eye cream will determine how quickly you see results. For high-quality products, you can expect to see a difference instantly.

Q: How much do eye cream products cost?

The cost of eye creams varies based on the manufacturer. Many of them are worthless, just random companies with cheap quality products trying to cash in on the latest skincare trends. Some brands focus more on their labels and packaging rather than on the actual products. Thus, creating low-end products, counting on the fact that most people won't read the labels or do their research. Buying an eye cream for $100s of dollars won't guarantee a high-quality product, and purchasing something from a drugstore may also be nothing more than lotion. Research a range of high-end and low-end brands before spending your money.