EYE CREAMS | How to choose

https://www.instagram.com/drdavinlim/ Instagram- weekly skin care tips, laser procedures and product reviews EYE CREAMS| How to choose Every product line will have their own formulation of ‘eye creams’. Firstly, let us explore why these creams exist. Eye creams can- Treat dark under eye circles Decrease wrinkles and skin aging Decrease puffiness under the eyes Active ingredients, in theory, can address skin concerns. The most common formulation of eye cream actives include argan oil, vitamin K2, caffeine, retinol and hyaluronic acid (passive for HA). Actives can reduce inflammation, act as a modulator of blood flow, stimulate collagen, rehydrate the skin and act as antioxidants. Now it is time to give Swisse Eye Cream a Dav Score: Skin science: ⅕ Apart from retinol, the skin science of eye creams is lacking. Yes, I know there are many company-run research articles on ‘eye creams’, however placebo controlled blinded studies with in-vivo clinical correlation are few and far between. The science of active ingredients, are mainly lab based - in-vitro studies. Ease of use: ⅗ Apply once at night to under eye area. How hard can that be? In reality I do agree with the fine print on the package. Test spot to an area such as behind or in front of the ear before applying to the eye area. This will reduce but not eliminate unexpected skin reactions such as an irritant or allergic contact dermatitis. Product Compatibility: ⅖ The eyelid has the thinnest skin on the body, hence b