Yahoo Lifestyle Retinol Will Make A Major Difference In Your Eye Cream
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Retinol Will Make A Major Difference In Your Eye Cream
Retinol is the gold standard in anti-aging skincare thanks to its ability to reduce lines and wrinkles as well as tighten skin—so why wouldn't you want it in your eye cream? "Retinol is a well studied powerhouse ingredient for the skin," says Morgan Rabach, Board Certified Dermatologist and Co-Founder of LM Medical in NYC. "It helps remove dead layers of skin, increases collagen and elastin production (thereby reducing the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles), and helps even out skin's tone—all problems a lot of people want to address around the eyes."
And even though retinol is perfectly safe to use around your eyes, there are some rules to follow when getting started to ensure you don't cause too much irritation. "Retinol creams should be applied nightly, using a tiny amount under and around the sides of the eyes—just don’t apply too close to the lash line," says Marnie Nussbaum, MD a New York City dermatologist. "Start out using a retinol eye cream twice a week to make sure it agrees with your skin and then increase the frequency as your skin adjusts and becomes more comfortable with it." The only time you shouldn't be using retinol at all is if you're pregnant or breastfeeding, notes Dr. Nussbaum.
Here are some of the best dermatologist-approved eye creams with retinol.
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1) Retinol Correxion Eye Cream
RoC
walmart.com
$17.95
"I like this eye cream because it’s hypoallergenic, non-comedogenic, and gentle for sensitive skin," says Dr. Rabach. "This eye cream contains retinol as well as a mineral complex to help reduce fine lines and wrinkles around the eye area," adds Dr. Nussbaum.
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2) Revitalift Anti-Wrinkle + Firming Eye Cream
L'Oreal Paris
lorealparisusa.com
$17.98
"This drugstore brand champions a gentle retinol called retinyl palmitate while combating any concerns of irritation with moisturizing and nourishing ingredients such as glycerin and centella asiatica," explains Melissa Kanchanapoomi Levin, MD, board-certified dermatologist and founder of Entiere Dermatology. "Centella asiatica has been used in India, Southeast Asia, and Chinese medicine, and has been shown to improve wound healing and support the connective tissue. When combined with moisturizing ingredients such as glycerin and dimethicone, centella asiatica hydrates the skin even more effectively. Furthermore, this eye cream also has caffeine, a potent vasoconstrictor which improves discoloration and swelling."
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3) Rapid Wrinkle Repair Eye Cream
Neutrogena
ulta.com
$26.99
"This is a double whammy because it contains both retinol and hyaluronic acid, which helps pull moisture into the eye and can help reduce the appearance of under eye bags by plumping," explains Dr. Rabach.
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4) Retrinal Eyes
Eau Thermale Avène
dermstore.com
$49.00
"I recommend this one for people with very sensitive and dry skin," says Dr. Levin. "It combines retinaldehyde—a stabilized version of retinol—with hyaluronic acid for collagen production and moisture, as well as dextran sulfate to help with de-puffing."
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5) Early Defence Eye Cream
No7
ulta.com
$19.99
Along with retinol, this formula uses lipopeptides—a hybrid of lipids (fats/moisturizers) and peptides (proteins that create collagen and elastin)—that allows the peptides to go deeper into your skin to repair, plump, and prevent future damage.
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6) Retinol 24 Night Eye Cream
Olay
walmart.com
$28.94
Retinol, vitamin B3, and vitamin E come together to act as a triple threat against fine lines, dryness, and free radical damage that can happen around your eyes.
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7) Time Retreat Eye Treatment
EVE LOM
dermstore.com
$75.00
"I love that this cream combines retinol with vitamin E and niacinamides to calm inflammation and brighten the skin," says Dr. Zeichner.
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8) Retinol Ceramide Capsules Line Erasing Night Serum
Elizabeth Arden
elizabetharden.com
$48.00
"These capsules help boost collagen thanks to retinol, but they do so gently while also providing hydration and improving tolerability thanks to ceramides—your skin's natural moisturizer," explains Shari Marchbein, MD, a board-certified dermatologist and clinical assistant professor of dermatology at NYU School of Medicine in NYC.
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9) Skin Renewing Retinol Cream Serum
CeraVe
ulta.com
$18.49
Retinol has a bad rap for disrupting your skin's protective barrier but this serum helps to negate that with its ratio of three ceramides (a major moisturizer) to one part retinol. On top of that it's fragrance-free and non-comedogenic, making it the ideal choice for those with sensitive skin.
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10) Ferulic Retinol Eye Cream
Dr. Dennis Gross Skincare
dermstore.com
$69.00
Ferulic acid—an antioxidant found in plants—pairs with retinol in this cream to help protect against sun and environmental damage that can cause fine lines. It also uses a blend of acids and collagen to help brighten and lighten dark spots.
You're likely already using it on your face.
