Good Eye Gel - How The Heck To Choose One

Not all skin is created equal- especially the skin on your face. Believe it or not, the skin around the eyes is much thinner and more delicate than the rest of the face. You may see the pores on your nose or cheeks just by looking in the mirror, but you would need a microscope in order to see the tiny pores around the eyes. Regular facial lotion just won’t do; you need an eye gel or cream that is specially formulated to absorb well into the skin around the eyes.The skin around the eyes is unfortunately quite susceptible to dryness. There are very few sebaceous glands around the eyes. These glands secrete sebum, or an oily substance, that helps naturally lubricate the skin. The lack of sebaceous glands around the eyes means that area needs the added boost of moisture that comes from eye gels or creams.There are many factors to consider when choosing a good eye gel or cream. First, it is important to look for a product that is gentle enough to use on the delicate skin around the eyes. Read the packaging to see whether the eye product is hypoallergenic and dermatologist tested to be safe for use around the eyes. Better yet, ask a trusted physician, dermatologist, a friend or family member for a good eye product to try. You can read some eye gel and cream reviews in beauty magazines or papers to find out which brands are more popular or which ones have been highly rated (or, which ones to avoid).Eye gels and creams tend to contain not just moisturizers, but also ingredients that combat the more common problems seen around the eye area- namely, dark circles, bags under the eyes, and eye wrinkles (crow’s feet). These ingredients, such as retinoids, alpha hydroxy acids, or hydroquinone, may cause sensitivity around the eye. Thus, you should test the product on a small area of skin first before committing to regular use. If irritation is a concern, choose an eye gel or cream that contains lower doses or concentrations of these ingredients. Or, choose alternative ingredients; for example, kojic acid also has skin-bleaching properties and can be a substitute for hydroquinone.You can choose between different formulations of eye products. Eye gels, creams, and serums all perform the same functions but have varying textures. You may find that one formulation is too greasy for your skin, or one is too heavy and less absorbent. Trial and error is the best method. In general, an eye gel or cream specific for day use tends to be lighter than an eye care product designated for night. Night eye creams or gels may be heavier and require the long hours of sleep to absorb fully.Whichever eye gel or cream you choose, be careful when applying. Use the gentle taps to apply the product and do not rub. Less is more when using an eye gel or cream, so use just a small drop for each eye. With regular use, you can diminish the dark circles and fine lines around the eyes.