Supercharged: 5 eye creams to energize your skincare routine

Whether we like to admit it or not, we all get them. Bags under our eyes so large that it’s like carrying around a backpack of exhaustion. Well, what if we told you that the solution to those bags is a simple ingredient that can be found in your morning cup of coffee or orange juice? Caffeinated and vitamin C eyecare creams aren’t just power-packed potions for ladies; they’re your gateway to a revitalized and refreshed look. That’s why we’ve got you covered with 5 energizing eye creams that will reinvigorate your skincare routine.

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Even your skin could use a little caffine and Vitamin C on the regular…

Reduce puffiness with caffeine

Imagine bidding farewell to puffy under-eyes and dark circles, replaced by a confident, well-rested gaze. Caffeine, renowned for its energizing prowess, teams up with targeted ingredients to reduce puffiness, smooth fine lines, and restore your eyes’ natural vigour. So, how does it work? Caffeine is a vasoconstrictor, which means it narrows blood vessels. When applied to the skin, it can help reduce swelling and puffiness, making you look more awake and alert. It can also improve blood circulation, which may help diminish the appearance of dark circles over time.

Refresh with vitamin C

Ok, we’ve talked about caffeine, now let’s move on to vitamin C. Also known as the superhero of eyecare creams, vitamin C is packed with antioxidants of free radicals — a molecular species within the body that can present damage in the form of fine lines, wrinkles, dull skin and uneven skin tone — while promoting collagen production for firmer, more youthful skin. What makes caffeine and vitamin C the matriarchs of eye creams is that they’re designed to be easy to use. Simply dab a small amount around your eye area and gently pat it in. Their lightweight texture absorbs quickly, so you don’t have to worry about a greasy or heavy feeling.

Gent’s Approved: 5 eye creams every gent needs in their dopp kit

Whether you’re burning the midnight oil, dealing with a hectic schedule, or just want to give your eyes some extra attention, here are five supercharged eyecare creams that could be your new secret weapon to a revitalized look. 

5. Banana Bright+ Vitamin C Brightening Eye Crème by OLEHENRIKSEN

Powered by a potent triple vitamin C complex with REAL gold, which improves the delivery of vitamin C to the skin, the Banana Bright+ Eye Crème is clinically formulated to instantly brighten, smooth and hydrate under the eyes, while also visibly reducing fine lines and wrinkles and defend skin against harmful free radicals and pollution. 

4. Caffeine Solution by The Ordinary

While this one may trigger some coffee cravings, we can assure you that your under eyes may develop a slight addiction when soaking up this one. The Ordinary caffeine serum offers clinically-proven brightening and de-puffing effects. You can apply it on its own or layer it beneath your favourite eye cream to enhance moisture.

3. Rapid Recovery Eye Cream by Every Man Jack

Formulated with naturally derived ingredients Persian silk tree extract, green tea, hyaluronic acid, caffeine, and ceramides, this reviving eyecare cream helps alleviate the look of dark circles and puffiness around your eyes. The best part: it’s so tiny you can put it in your pocket – perfect for the gentleman always on the go.

2. Awaken Peptide Depuffing Eye Gel by Dermalogica

Firming, hydrating and energizing, this peptide eye gel is the holy grail of eye creams. Formulated with an active blend of caffeine, tetra-peptides and soothing rosemary leaf extract unite to minimize the appearance of puffiness and fine lines.

1. Ceramidin Eye Cream by Dr. Jart

So light you won’t even know it’s there. This lightweight eye cream includes ceramides and niacinamide to intensely moisturize and visibly smooth your delicate under-eye area for a wide-awake look. Best suited for all skin types.