The skin around your eyes is thinner and more delicate than the rest of your face. Because we use our eyes so much for expression, wrinkles and fine lines tend to appear here first. Additionally, the under-eye area lacks sebaceous glands, making this skin naturally drier. This makes targeted care around the eyes essential for a healthy, refreshed look.
Hydration and Firming
Since the skin around the eyes is often drier, eye contour products need a richer, more oil-based texture than products for the rest of the face. This applies even to people with combination or oily skin. Well-hydrated under-eye skin feels more supple and supports the skin’s natural recovery, making fine lines less noticeable.
Reduces Fine Lines and Evens Skin
Eye contour products often contain natural “fillers” that subtly plump and smooth the skin. The effect is similar to a makeup primer: the skin feels even and fine lines appear diminished. Additionally, light-reflecting particles can bounce light, making the eyes look immediately fresher and dark circles less visible.
Formulated for Sensitive Skin
The thin skin around the eyes is more sensitive to high concentrations of active ingredients. That’s why eye care products contain lower concentrations of actives, specifically tailored for this delicate skin. At the same time, they include ingredients that target dark circles, fine lines, and puffiness, delivering visible results without causing irritation.
When to Start
From around the age of 25, the skin’s cell turnover slows down and the first fine lines around the eyes often appear. This is the ideal time to start using eye contour care, helping to address early signs of aging and keeping the eye area smooth and well-cared-for for longer.
Application Tips
- Take a small amount of eye cream, serum, or gel—about the size of a grain of rice.
- Spread the product over both ring fingers; this finger exerts the gentlest pressure on the skin.
- Apply the care along the orbital bone, above and below the eyes, and gently tap in with soft movements.
- Avoid the skin directly under the lashes; it is very delicate and can irritate easily.
- Always work from the inner to the outer eye area for even coverage.
Extra Tip
Store your eye care products in the fridge for a refreshing effect. A cool eye cream or serum stimulates blood circulation and reduces minor puffiness, instantly making your eyes look fresher.
