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Looking for eye cream recommendations

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DaisyheadMayzie · 15/07/2012 08:07

Which eye cream do you use and does it actually make a difference? I'm 38 and under my eyes is my problem area - bags, dark circles, wrinkles, the works. I have been using a Phyts eye cream which is fine as a moisturiser but doesn't do anything for the bags/dark circles. My other products are dermalogica which I really like - I've had a look online at their eye creams and none are grabbing my attention.

Any suggestions?

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ujjayi · 15/07/2012 08:21

Mama Mio's Eye Know is excellent stuff.

Also, bear in mind that method of application had a big impact on efficacy of any product. Circling the eye socket using the pad of your ring finger approx 20 times using very gentle, barely there pressure, wil get the lymph moving, improving circulation and dark shadows. You could also try gentle pressing around the eye socket - again using the pad of your ring fingers. Press gently for a second then move on until you have encircled the entire socket. This press and release technique stimulates blood flow and therefore improves skin tone.

40notTrendy · 15/07/2012 08:25

I think it's more the action of applying it that improves the appearance, rather than which product. In fact, just tapping gently from the inside corner of your eye to the edge of your face will help.
Nowt will get rid of wrinkles and creases though Grin

causeforanamechange · 15/07/2012 14:00

Unfortunately I think with most eye cream it's about prevention rather than cure. However there are creams which give you a temporary lift and wrinkle smoothing effect. I'm not sure what they're called, but I know they do exsist. I use Burts Bees eye cream which is about £20, but it does last cos you only need a tiny amount. I think it makes a difference with bags, dark circles and it generally just wakes the skin up. I notice a difference when I forget to use it put it that way.

Hope that helps Smile

DaisyheadMayzie · 15/07/2012 20:22

Thank you! I vaguely remember the advice about the circular massage on the eye socket so I'll have to (re)start that - I tend to apply it as quickly as possible now. I know there's not going to be any miracle effect but any minor improvement would be great - the bags make the wrinkles look work (or vice versa)

I'll have a look at those creams recommended

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