What you need to know before you buy eye cream

Why do I need an eye cream? Is it worth it?

Most of us begin to think we need an eye treatment when we notice:

• Fine lines under and around eyes
• Dark circles
• Under eye puffiness
• Dehydration

Have you ever thought, "Do I really need an eye cream--can't I just use my moisturizer?"

The skin on the eyelids and around the eye is significantly thinner than the rest of the face and is much more sensitive to topical products. Moisturizers can be used around the eye area, but they may cause stinging or burning.

The benefit of a creme/gel specifically formulated for the eye area is that it will be less irritating than a typical moisturizer. A properly formulated eye creme/gel should be milder and free of fragrances.

When looking for an eye cream, before you buy, it is important to choose a product that contains key ingredients that are beneficial for the eye area.

Best ingredients to look for include:

• Peptides: Peptides are amino acids that help to increase the production of collagen and elastin, which can improve the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.
• Botanical hyaluronic acid: Botanical hyaluronic acid is a natural moisturizer that helps to hydrate and plump the skin.
• Licorice root extract: Licorice root extract is a botanical ingredient that can help to lighten dark circles and reduce inflammation.
• MSM: MSM is a sulfur compound that can help to brighten the skin and reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.
• Shiitake mushroom extract: helps reduce undesirable skin pigmentation, including dark circles, age spots.
• Edelweiss Flower Extract: helps prevent collagen degradation, a key factor in maintaining skin firmness and elasticity. This translates to a more youthful appearance with reduced fine lines and wrinkles.

What's the difference between your two eye products?

The differences between the Peptide Line Diminishing Eye Gel and the New! Ageless Eye Revitalizing Serum are distinct. First of all, the Ageless is a creamy serum and the Peptide is a gel type consistency.

Creams and serums are by nature are more hydrating upon application. The NEW! Ageless Eye Revitalizing Serum softens fine lines, as it hydrates. It also fights dark circles.