Hi all,
Just need some advice if you recommend any eye creams or serum for dark circles? Any particular ingredients I should be looking out for? UK based products please ideally cruelty free :).
I've started using a 0.3% retinol serum but I'm not sure if that's okay to put under my eyes or not for dark circles? I did try it last night and it felt tingly and made my eyes water for a short while then it stopped.
I currently use an eye cream(Q+A) brand but it leaves a shiny/greasy look under my eyes which I hate and don't think it's really helping.
Unfortunately, topical skincare can't usually do much for dark circles unless they are caused by hyperpigmentation (which is not that common).
Retinoids, niacinamide and ascorbic acid can still help somewhat because they can help thicken the skin in the long-run, so that capillaries below the skin become slightly less visible. But really sleep is the most effective thing you can do (or a concealer for people using make up)...
I wouldn't recommend the Q&A serum because of the fragrance, and the Revolution product because of alcohol (skin under eyes is thinner and more prone to irritation). This would be a better option: https://whatsinmyjar.com/product/geek-gorgeous-101-a-game-10