Best eye creams to rejuvenate tired eyes after long hours of screen time

DR’s Secret Vitalising Eye Mask, $72 (box of 10 pairs)

1/19

This biocellullose eye mask covers both the upper and lower eyelids, and is said to stay put so you can move about while using it. It uses an exclusive liposome intensive delivery that effectively transports the active ingredients — panax ginseng, fermented pomegranate, vitamin C, menthol and palmitoyl tripeptide-1, to the skin’s deeper layers to nourish and revitalise it instantly.

Available at www.drs-secret.com

Dior Capture Totale Firming & Wrinkle-Correcting Eye Cream, $130

2/19

This luxurious eye cream is formulated with bio-fermented ceramide, which comes equipped with plumping properties, to restore the skin’s barrier function and treat fine lines and wrinkles. Natural vegetable oils that are rich in Omega-3, -6 and -9 and fatty acids, nourish and soften for smoother skin. Plus, a potent blend of four floral extracts from Madagascan longoza, Chinese peony, Chinese jasmine and white lily help to re-energise skin stem cells for healthier-looking skin. The formula is also developed through a micro-fragmentation process, which allows the droplets to be broken up and multiplied into homogenous micro-droplets to boost penetration.

Charlotte Tilbury Magic Eye Rescue, $100

3/19

A botanical eye contour complex, winter daphne stem cell extract, and red algae marigel work together to tackle visible lines and wrinkles, as well as preventing the formation of early signs of ageing for smoother, more youthful-looking peepers. Also included in the formula are time-released retinol molecules that penetrate the skin hourly to refine, re-energise and brighten the skin around the eyes.

Dr. Jart+ Vital Hydra Solution Biome Eye Cream, $65

4/19

Formulated with its exclusive Vital Aid, a patented hydrating solution that consists of a Jartbiome Complex (a collection of microbes a.k.a good bacteria), tri-hyaluronic acid and a Hydra-Nutrition Complex, this creates a healthy and optimal environment for good bacteria to thrive on the skin and balances the skin’s overall microbiome levels. As a result, the area around the eyes appears brighter and more energised, with less visible dark and circles, and puffiness.

Clarins Extra-Firming Yeux, $98

5/19

A lightweight texture that delivers the smoothing effect of a serum and the comfort of a balm, this is made with caffeine, silk tree bark extract, and horse chestnut aescin work to reduce dark eye circles, puffiness and the appearance of wrinkles for smoother, younger-looking skin. A new generation of pearls are also infused to promote optimal light diffusion for more luminous skin.

La Mer The Eye Concentrate, $330

6/19

Its updated formula now contains three times the dosage of its signature Miracle Broth for an intensive eye treatment that heals, nourishes and rejuvenates skin to combat dark circles and fine lines. Additionally, lime tea concentrate which is rich in anti-oxidant properties to protect skin from further damage.

Sulwhasoo Concentrated Ginseng Renewing Eye Serum Mask, $95 for a box of eight

7/19

These hydrogel eye sheet masks are fortified with the brand’s Steamed Ginseng Water Concentrate to hydrate, promote collagen synthesis and revitalise tired skin. Compound K, extracted from ginseng roots, helps to improve the skin’s absorption rate to allow the effects to work quickly. It is best suited for those with visible fine lines, wrinkles, and fatigued areas around the eyes.

Kiehl’s Youth Dose Eye Treatment, $60

8/19

This cream is enriched with pro-retinol and red grape extract to improve the look of fine lines, wrinkles and puffiness. Vitamin C has been infused in the formula to treat dullness and visible dark eye circles and to brighten the overall skin tone.

IDS Skincare Eye Rescue, $149

9/19

With a balm-like texture that melts into the skin, this intensive eye treatment contains peptides and active ingredients that tackle visible signs of ageing such as lines, puffiness, and dark eye circles. But what we really love about this is its Neulastin Technology, which is an exclusive delivery system that improves the penetration of active ingredients for quicker results while healing damaged skin.

Sigi Skin Pink Nectar Daily Eye Mask, $62

10/19

Suitable for both day and night, this is made with five different sizes of hyaluronic acid to retain and deliver long-lasting moisture to plump up lines for smoother skin. Peach and propolis protect skin against free radical damage which may bring the onset of early signs of ageing.

Eve Lom Radiance Antioxidant Eye Cream, $115

11/19

A highly concentrated antioxidant-rich eye cream, this treats dark eye circles, puffiness, and dryness thanks to a combination of ginseng blue plant extract and a 3D Hydration Booster. A multi-peptide complex is also infused into the formula to boost luminosity and restore firmness while a protective and soothing amino acid derivative prevents skin damage caused by oxidative stress.

Fresh Lotus Youth Preserve Eye Cream, $78

12/19

Texture: An ultra lightweight cream.

Uses: All parts of the lotus plant to protect the eye area against external aggressors, to stave off premature skin ageing.

Works to: Boost radiance and reduce wrinkles.

Available from www.sephora.sg, and when stores re-open, at Fresh boutiques and counters.

Dior Capture Totale C.E.L.L. Energy Firming & Wrinkle-Correcting Eye Cream, $130

13/19

Texture: A balm that leaves a second-skin finish.

Uses: An anti-ageing floral complex of four flowers – Madagascan longoza, Chinese peony, white lily and Chinese jasmine.

Works to: Smooth and firm.

Available from www.sephora.sg, and when stores re-open, at Dior beauty boutiques and counters.

Peter Thomas Roth Vital-E Microbiome Age Defense Eye Cream, $85

14/19

Texture: Melts from solid to cream.

Uses: Antioxidant tech plus butterfly ginger root extract and caffeine to combat the signs of ageing, protect against pollution and blue light.

Works to: Hydrate, de-puff and smooth lines and wrinkles.

Available from www.sephora.sg, and when stores re-open, at Sephora.

Origins Plantscription Anti-Aging Power Eye Cream, $83

15/19

Texture: Lightweight cream.

Uses: Botanicals such as anogeissus bark, bamboo and pea extracts, as well as golden chamomile and algae.

Works to: Reduce the look of lines and wrinkles, plump and lift, and depuff.

Available from www.sephora.sg and www.lazada.sg, and when stores re-open, at Origins stores and counters. 

Sisley Black Rose Eye Contour Fluid, $175

16/19

Texture: A lightweight gel-emulsion.

Uses: Vitamin E and caffeine, along with black rose, padina pavonica and red vine extracts.

Works to: Hydrate, brighten and soothe.

Available from www.metro.com.sg and www.robinsons.com.sg, and when stores re-open, at Sisley counters.

Tom Ford Research Eye Repair Concentrate, $310

17/19

Texture: Serum-like but rich enough that you won’t need to use a cream over it.

Uses: White porcelain caco, caffeine, hyaluronic acid, vitamine C and a multi-peptide blend.

Works to: Hydrate and refresh the delicate eye area.

Available at www.tangs.com and when stores re-open, at Tom Ford boutiques at Takashimaya D.S. and Robinsons Raffles City. 

Est.Lab Optimalift A+ Eye Repair Capsules, $156 (jar of 60)

18/19

Texture: An oil-infused serum that absorbs easily.

Uses: Argireline (a botulinum toxin alternative) and eyeseryl peptide (a kind of peptide said to reduce dark circles and puffiness).

Works to: Hydrate, reduce puffiness and the look of wrinkles.

Available at www.estlab.shop 

Cle de Peau Beaute Vitality-Enhancing Eye Mask Supreme, $220 (box of six sheets)

19/19

Texture: A cotton-like sheet mask that covers the upper half of the face.

Uses: Botanical extracts, such as iris florentina, averrhoa carambola leaf and crataegus monogyna flower.

Works to: An anti-ageing all-rounder for lines to sagging, dryness and fatigue.

Available from www.tangs.com, and when stores re-open, at Cle de Peau Beaute boutique and counters.