Caring for dry skin in the eye area

According to researchers at Estee Lauder, the skin around our eyes experiences micro-movements roughly equivalent to the number of steps it takes to walk 8km a day (which might even be more than some of us walk in a week). So if eye serums and creams are

L’Oreal Paris Age Perfect Supreme Regenerating Eye Care, $42

Meant for women aged 40 and above, the non-oily cream is said to reduce signs of premature ageing around the eyes with plant ingredients and antioxidants. The fragrancefree product also has a metallic cooling applicator that’s believed to help constrict blood vessels and diminish the appearance of puffiness and dark under-eye circles. Leave it in the fridge before use to get even better results.

Estee Lauder Advanced Night Repair Eye Concentrate Matrix, $113

An extension of its established Advanced Night Repair line, this boasts a formula that reportedly strengthens skin in the eye area and cushions it from wear caused by its daily micro-movements. The serum-like product also has two types of hyaluronic acid (high and low molecular weight) so that both the skin surface and deeper skin layers will be sufficiently hydrated. Use the applicator to gently massage the product into your skin.