https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/eye-cream-recs-please Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Wed, 29 Apr 2026 21:13:04 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/eye-cream-recs-please#post-1526903 Sat, 25 Jul 2015 07:13:51 +0000 Louise 1526903@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I'm currently using Clinique super defense SPF 20 eyecream in the morning, it has a bit of a tint so helps conceal dark circles and of course SPF to protect against sun damage, there aren't many SPF eye creams about.<br /> At night I'm using Kimberly Sayers eye lift gel, it says it "leaves skin soft and smooth, minimises puffiness and dark circles" I can vouch for the soft and smooth but I don't really suffer with puffiness and my dark circles are helped by the regular patting in of eye cream anyway.<br /> I've only been using these 2 for a week but I've had no adverse reactions and I do have very sensitive eyes but I didn't expect any reactions as I've successfully used products from both of these companies before x </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/eye-cream-recs-please#post-1526878 Sat, 25 Jul 2015 04:49:37 +0000 Aziraphale 1526878@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>abc -- I have heard that some people's skin goes bonkers with Retin-A. Frankly, I was surprised mine didn't. My skin can react to some creams, and benzoyl peroxide will indeed make it flake and peel. But I had both fine lines and occasional breakouts (still! That whole thing about acne clearing up after puberty is a lie, lol), and Retin-A is said to improve both. (It does). In Canada, you have to get a script from the doctor, but I have indeed heard that in Mexico it's OTC. Mine is just the generic tretinoin. I started on the lowest dose (0.025%) and applied it sparingly. After a few months I could slather it everywhere with no problem, so eventually I switched to 0.05% and I'm back to applying a small amount. One in a while I get a slight burning sensation (very slight), and if that happens I'll skip a day. It has never caused a crazy breakout or sunburn-type experience with me, though. My skin is consistently brighter and fresher-looking.&nbsp;</p> <p>I guess the only way you can find out is to try! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/eye-cream-recs-please#post-1526849 Sat, 25 Jul 2015 03:47:26 +0000 jackiec 1526849@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I might be in the minority, but I had a hard time tolerating RetinA creams. I've done a couple different ones and really spread it out over days (ie every other day, every third day, every 4th day, once a week) and still reacted poorly. I have super sensitive skin as well. I don't think there's a magic cream out there (but would love to find it). Something moisturizing and gentle is best for someone like me. I've tried lots. I keep coming back to Caudalie la premier cru. I don't think it works miracles. I still have puffy eyes. But it makes them feel good. I like the touch of mica it has in it, so during the day there's a tiny bit of reflective property there - I think. I also swear by YSL touche eclat. I cannot live without it. That is, by far, the best thing out there for undereyes/highlighting, IMO. But I'm not a makeup guru at all. Just a super sensitive gal.</p> <p>ETA - I remember seeing the retinA creams in the pharmacias in Mexico - same ones I had here (I'm in Canada). There are different % formulations so if you try it, start with the weakest.</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/eye-cream-recs-please#post-1526800 Sat, 25 Jul 2015 01:01:35 +0000 K. Period. 1526800@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>LOL! We are all outing ourselves with the Retin-A. &nbsp;I use Retin-A too. Having wrinkles and breakouts at the same time (which I did) is the worst! &nbsp;And I have sensitive, easily irritated skin. &nbsp;Delicate flower skin. &nbsp;I did have to do some very serious, very slow ramping up on the Retin-A and I only use the lowest dose. &nbsp;It isn't something to jump into lightly. &nbsp;</p> <p>How about a baby step instead of a huge leap? &nbsp;You might try a good retinol product first instead of Retin-A. &nbsp;If you can't tolerate retinol, you won't be able to use Retin-A very easily. &nbsp;And I say that as a die-hard Retin-A lover. &nbsp;FWIW, I find the Paula's Choice products shockingly good and affordable. I'm usually a complete prestige cosmetics devotee and when I tried Paula's Choice products on a "oh what the heck" lark, I was shocked by how much I loved them. &nbsp;So, that might be a good place to start. &nbsp;I use the Skin Balancing Super Antioxidant Concentrate Serum with Retinol. (Yup. You read it right. I double down with the retinoids.)&nbsp;</p> <p>FWIW, for eye cream, since that's what you specifically asked about, I use Aveda's eye cream. &nbsp;It is reasonably affordable, reasonably luxurious, it smells decent, and it doesn't burn my sensitive sensitive skin. (The sensitive sensitive skin that I subject to Retin-A.) &nbsp;Honestly, though, I'm not sold on eye creams as a concept. &nbsp;Eye creams can only hydrate what is there and maybe deposit some retinol. &nbsp;They aren't going to work any better than a good sensitive skin lotion or cream that works for the rest of your face. &nbsp;Plus you don't want them to be too rich or they will cause clogged pores and milia. &nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/eye-cream-recs-please#post-1526034 Thu, 23 Jul 2015 22:51:46 +0000 annagybe 1526034@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I use Retin-A micro, which I think might be milder.</p> <p>I really like the REN products, but I haven't used their eye cream.<br /><a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.renskincare.com/usa/">http://www.renskincare.com/usa/</a> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/eye-cream-recs-please#post-1526017 Thu, 23 Jul 2015 22:35:46 +0000 unfrumped 1526017@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>abc, I hear you on the benzoyl peroxide. I used a commercial prep once, well-known name, and literally had blistered burn marks on face; was horrified and embarrassed to be seen, both.<br />But have used retinoid products with no similar reaction except pacing use, use lower strengths, skip days if skin irritation. So it seems much more manageable and predictable. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/eye-cream-recs-please#post-1526003 Thu, 23 Jul 2015 22:17:12 +0000 UmmLila (Lisa) 1526003@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>The generic of Retin-A is tretinoin. I'm sure you can get it OTC in Mexico. Usually it has a cream formulation and a gel formulation, and the cream is milder feeling. You don't use a lot, and you need to wear sunscreen. I don't find it particularly harsh but I have been using it for years. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/eye-cream-recs-please#post-1525955 Thu, 23 Jul 2015 21:26:37 +0000 abc 1525955@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Style fan, funny, I was just on their website and saw this. It may fit the bill. </p> <p><a href="http://www.laroche-posay.us/redermic--r--eyes-3337872414039.html" rel="nofollow">http://www.laroche-posay.us/re.....14039.html</a> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/eye-cream-recs-please#post-1525938 Thu, 23 Jul 2015 20:50:36 +0000 Style Fan 1525938@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>La Roche has eye creams.&nbsp; Also I like Neo Strata products.</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/eye-cream-recs-please#post-1525932 Thu, 23 Jul 2015 20:46:10 +0000 abc 1525932@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thanks UL and AZ! One question though, is retin-A strong? I have it in my head that it will burn my skin off. Not sure where I got that association. My skin is sensitive and delicate. Once a dermatologist prescribed me benzoyl peroxide wipes and the first time I used one (stupidly all over my face) it literally turned me bright red for days. It was like a bad sunburn or something. That experience coupled with knowing my skin is sensitive to begin with make me hesitate. I suppose it's worth looking into though. Do you recommend a certain brand or is it only Rx? I feel like I have read or heard you can get these products OTC here in Mexico. I may need to look into it. Also I noticed some anti aging products at Costco but didn't even pay attention at the time. Thanks for weighing in. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/eye-cream-recs-please#post-1525895 Thu, 23 Jul 2015 18:31:44 +0000 Aziraphale 1525895@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I second the motion for prescription Retin-A. It's the only cream I've ever used that seems to make a difference. You can't put it directly under your eyes, though.&nbsp;</p> <p>There is no eye cream that will make the fine lines under your eyes go away, but lots of them feel lovely and refreshing to put on. I have no recommendations, though, because I find that they're all the same. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/eye-cream-recs-please#post-1525856 Thu, 23 Jul 2015 17:08:17 +0000 UmmLila (Lisa) 1525856@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I'm a fan of prescription Retin-A for the fine lines. I also recommend Fresh Cosmetics Lotus under eye gel (which is supposed to address the dark circles), and their Rose eye cream (for moisture). </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/eye-cream-recs-please#post-1525854 Thu, 23 Jul 2015 17:06:11 +0000 abc 1525854@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I would appreciate eye cream recommendations. </p> <p>--I am close to 40<br /> --I have fine lines under and around my eyes<br /> --I have (what I feel like) perpetual under eye dark circles (I use a concealer as part of makeup routine but am open to a prevention cream)<br /> --I have sensitive skin (moisturizer is la roche posay toleraine ultra followed by LRP anthelios sunscreen)</p> <p>Thank you! </p> <p>Abc </p>