The Best Drugstore Eye Creams for Refreshed Eyes on a Budget
A drugstore eye cream should offer top-notch formulas and results without breaking the bank. Fortunately, the beauty industry has come a long way, with drugstores offering targeted treatments for specific concerns ranging from dryness, puffiness, darkness, and signs of aging.
We dove right in and researched the best-performing options, considering formula types, ingredients, and price points. We also worked with Tiffany Libby, MD, double board-certified dermatologist and surgeon, and Ted Lain, MD, MBA, double board-certified dermatologist and chief medical officer, to get their expert takes.
Our recommendations tackle various concerns in sophisticated formulas. These drugstore eye creams address everything from fine lines to dark circles, providing you with budget-friendly solutions to help your eyes look refreshed.
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This eye cream is a great choice for most skin types, as it provides hydration and helps prevent signs of aging.
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Whereas it does help with puffiness, this eye cream doesn’t contain the active ingredients to specifically target dark circles.
Thanks to its creamy and nongreasy formula, the Olay Regenerist Collagen Peptide 24 Max Eye Cream is our preferred choice in drugstore eye creams. It includes hydrating ingredients like glycerin to visibly plump the under eyes, while standout ingredients like vitamins B3 and B5 work with collagen to tackle signs of aging, according to the brand.
“Retinol is a pretty heavy ingredient, so applying it to the thin area under your eyes might sound intimidating,” says Wade Review beauty editor Hana Hong. “Olay’s winning night cream is formulated to be as gentle as possible, so it’s safe enough to use every night with virtually no irritation. Like most Olay products, the star ingredient is vitamin B3, which helps skin retain moisture while helping with surface skin cell turnover and regeneration. In other words, you get all the anti-aging benefits of retinol without the unwanted side effects.”
The formula is also lightweight and not full of additives that can clog pores, which Dr. Libby explains can sometimes cause milia (or small white bumps) around the eyes for some people. And, because it’s from fragrance, dyes, parabens, and phthalates, it’s suitable for all skin types, even sensitive. While it may not treat dark circles as well as other products, it helps decrease puffiness, smooth wrinkles, and firm the skin, which will leave your eyes looking refreshed and brighter.
Key Ingredients: Vitamin B3, vitamin B5, collagen peptides | Formulation: Cream | Size: 0.5 ounces
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