Our Editors’ Favorite Eye Creams to Address Dry Under-Eyes
May 05, 2023![Picture of a model lightly touching their under-eye area](/-/media/project/loreal/brand-sites/sdc/americas/us/articles/2023/may/05-hydrating-eye-creams/dry-under-eyes-hero-sdc-110222.jpg?cx=0.5&cy=0.5&cw=705&ch=529&blr=False&hash=86040D8750BEA7B87AB5BA979CFCDCED)
I own way too many concealers, and of the formulas I love, most of them are very hydrating. However, as someone with super dry skin, sometimes even the creamiest, most emollient concealers can start to look a little dry on my under-eye area. To help counteract this, I’ve become an avid eye cream user.
Below are some of the Skincare.com editors’ favorites and my personal go-tos for achieving a smooth, hydrated under-eye area.
Our Favorite Hydrating Eye Creams
CeraVe Skin Renewing Eye Cream
I’ve been using the CeraVe Hydrating Cleanser since childhood, so anytime the brand releases a new product, I’m always eager to try it. This drugstore pick delivers all-day moisture and is designed to firm skin and brighten the eyes. Plus, it’s ophthalmologist tested and suitable for sensitive skin.![CeraVe Skin Renewing Eye Cream](/-/media/project/loreal/brand-sites/sdc/americas/us/articles/2023/may/05-hydrating-eye-creams/cerave-skin-renewing-eye-ceam-sdc-110222.jpg?cx=0.5&cy=0.5&cw=705&ch=705&blr=False&hash=90F6621DEB783FE52C3780D689BD8836)
Kiehl’s Avocado Eye Cream
You can de-puff, brighten and hydrate dry under-eyes all at once with this eye cream from Kiehl’s. It’s formulated with shea butter and avocado oil, both rich, hydrating emollients. “Emollients have a tendency to spread on the skin and help increase the rate of skin barrier restoration,” Dr. Peter Schmid, a plastic surgeon, previously told Skincare.com. Their ability to reduce moisture loss makes emollients great for dry under-eyes.
![Kiehl’s Avocado Eye Cream](/-/media/project/loreal/brand-sites/sdc/americas/us/articles/2023/may/05-hydrating-eye-creams/kiehls-avocado-eye-cream-sdc-110222.jpg?cx=0.5&cy=0.5&cw=705&ch=705&blr=False&hash=19C52603691CCA4F87E6A2BCFD1EBEA8)
L'Oréal Paris 1.5% Hyaluronic Acid + 1% Caffeine Eye Serum
If you’re craving a boost of hydration but prefer a lightweight serum consistency over a rich moisturizer, we recommend this drugstore pick from L'Oréal Paris. The non-greasy formula helps de-puff and visibly reduce the look of dark circles, while the triple rollerball applicator offers a cooling sensory experience at the end of your skincare routine.
![L'Oréal Paris 1.5% Hyaluronic Acid + 1% Caffeine Eye Serum](/-/media/project/loreal/brand-sites/sdc/americas/us/articles/2023/may/05-hydrating-eye-creams/lorealparisrevitaliftdermintensiveswith15hyaluronicacidand1caffeineeyeserumsdc110222.jpg?cx=0.5&cy=0.5&cw=705&ch=705&blr=False&hash=15CBCA21BCF7703D69F3E212D3071C38)
Lancôme Advanced Génifique Eye Cream
Tackle fine lines, dark circles and a loss of moisture with this luxury eye cream. Formulated with bifidus prebiotic and hyaluronic acid, it has a silky consistency that visibly smooths and hydrates the under-eye area. By the time you finish the jar, you should also start to notice a visible reduction in the appearance of dark circles and wrinkles.
![Lancôme Advanced Génifique Eye Cream](/-/media/project/loreal/brand-sites/sdc/americas/us/articles/2023/may/05-hydrating-eye-creams/lancome-advanced-genifique-eye-cream-sdc-11022.jpg?cx=0.5&cy=0.5&cw=705&ch=705&blr=False&hash=3D3060DE7C492EB9E1504AA6FC9A20AF)
La Roche-Posay Toleriane Ultra Eye Cream
According to the brand, this eye cream was tested on “allergy-prone, ultra-sensitive skin” and ophthalmologist-tested for safety. It’s also fragrance-free, which is another plus for those of us with sensitive skin. Formulated with niacinamide and antioxidant-rich thermal water, we love it for its lightweight texture and soothing, hydrating benefits.
![La Roche-Posay Toleriane Ultra Eye Cream](/-/media/project/loreal/brand-sites/sdc/americas/us/articles/2023/may/05-hydrating-eye-creams/la-roche-posay-toleriane-ultra-eye-cream-sdc-110222.jpg?cx=0.5&cy=0.5&cw=705&ch=705&blr=False&hash=AFBA5897467AE21039496FD2164C187E)
Youth to the People Superberry Dream Eye Cream
This fragrance-free eye cream doesn’t just hydrate a dry under-eye area — it’s also formulated to smooth the look of fine lines and wrinkles and firm your skin over time. It contains vegan hyaluronic acid, plant-based ceramides, and goji stem cells — and it’s made with 100% vegan ingredients.
![Youth to the People Superberry Dream Eye Cream](/-/media/project/loreal/brand-sites/sdc/americas/us/articles/2023/may/05-hydrating-eye-creams/yttp-dream-eye-cream-sdc-110222.jpg?cx=0.5&cy=0.5&cw=705&ch=705&blr=False&hash=CD389E65A6916DDB98F593D2054652F9)
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