Dermatologists love retinol because the vitamin A derivative has been shown to stimulate collagen production, making fine lines and wrinkles a distant memory. Used regularly, retinol will also firm and smooth the skin under and around your eye. But the best part is that there are so many eye cream formulations, you don’t have to take a one-size-fits-all approach. Instead, we found 16 retinol-based wonders that each target a specific concern—leaving all skin types smooth, hydrated, and irritation-free.
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best retinol eye cream
The INKEY List Retinol Eye Cream
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This cream has a slow-release retinol derivative to combat wrinkles without causing irritation.
Neutrogena Rapid Wrinkle Repair Anti-Wrinkle Retinol Under Eye Cream
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With retinol, there’s no such thing as instant results. But this cream gets close. In just about a week, you’ll notice smoother, brighter eyes with results getting better over time.
L’Oréal Paris RevitaLift Anti-Wrinkle + Firming Eye Cream
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See visible improvements in dark circles and signs of aging in as little as four weeks with this pro-retinol powerhouse.
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Charlotte Tilbury Magic Eye Rescue Cream
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Loaded with vitamins C and E to fend off the free radicals that break down collagen, this comforting cream has become a cult favourite.
La Roche Posay Redermic R Retinol Eye Cream
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Murad Essential-C Eye Cream SPF 15 PA++
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An SPF of 15 helps protect the delicate skin around the eye from harsh, collagen-destroying UV rays. If you’re serious about sun protection, though, you’ll want to layer an SPF 30 or 50 on top (retinol makes your skin photosensitive).
ARCONA Eye Dew Plus
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Not only does it firm and smooth the eye area, this opalescent formula works equally well at hydrating the lips.
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Kiehl’s Since 1851 Youth Dose Eye Treatment
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Use this cream under your concealer for an illuminating effect that will also work as a primer for your makeup.
Darphin Ideal Resource Youth Retinol Oil Concentrate Capsules
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Packaged in single-use capsules, this blend of botanical oils and retinol can be used alone or mixed into your other skincare.
Cle de Peau Beaute Eye Contour Balm Anti-Wrinkle
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Dr. Dennis Gross Skincare Ferulic + Retinol Triple Correction Eye Serum
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In addition to retinol and the antioxidant ferulic acid, this serum contains eye-bag deflating caffeine and licorice root extract.
Patchology FlashPatch Night Restoring Eye Gels
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In just five minutes, these hydrogels turn tired, overworked eyes into sparkling, radiant points of light.
Peter Thomas Roth Retinol Fusion Eye Cream
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Over the course of eight hours, this cream delivers a powerful stream of retinol, along with antioxidants and shea butter, to revitalise your eyes while you sleep.
Olay Eyes Pro-Retinol Eye Treatment
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Powerful moisturisers reinforce the skin’s barrier while highly active pro-retinol stimulates cell turnover to plump up the look of deep lines.
First Aid Beauty FAB Skin Lab Retinol Eye Cream with Triple Hyaluronic Acid
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Cruelty-free and formulated without sulfates, parabens, phthalates, or mineral oil, this luxurious cream features soothing oatmeal and aloe, in addition to microencapsulated retinol.
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Shiseido Benefiance WrinkleResist24 Pure Retinol Express Smoothing Eye Mask
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These stretchable, super-concentrated under-eye patches deliver a targeted, potent dose of retinol right where you stick them.
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