Eye creams hit a serious fork in the road when it comes to formulations. Down one path, you have the types that will cost you a fortune and deliver, well, not much (AKA expensive moisturisers in tiny pots), however, the same cannot be said for all formulations. In fact, when it comes to eye creams the rule of ‘you get what you pay for’ isn’t always the case.
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Some of the most effective and potent little formulas are actually sitting on the shelves of our supermarkets and chemists. So for a bit of luxe-for-less, these are our top picks for eye creams available in your local Priceline, Woolies or Chemist Warehouse.
La Roche-Posay Pigmentclar Eyes
We say: If you’ve long battled with persistent dark circles, La Roche-Posay has cracked the code that will eliminate them for good. The inclusion of their high caffeine content works to promote circulation, leaving the blue and purple hues surrounding your eyes instantly illuminated.
Want to know more? Read La Roche-Posay Pigmentclar Eyes reviews here…
CeraVe Eye Repair Cream
We say: Gentle enough for sensitive skin types, this fast-acting and affordable formula from CeraVe uses a blend of hyaluronic acid and niacinamide to brighten and de-puff the entire eye area.
You say: “Absorbs so quickly and hydrates my eye area immediately. I have dry skin and find that this is really hydrating without feeling heavy or sticky.” – Eskimo82
Want to know more? Read CeraVe Eye Repair Cream reviews here…
Olay Retinol 24 Eye Cream Fragrance Free
We say: Earning a 4 star rating from over 88 reviewers, this little pot from Olay delivers big results. Apply nightly and wake up with rejuvenated, brighter and younger-looking eyes. The inclusion of vitamin A means quick results in the reduction of dark circles, plus a visible improvement in wrinkles and fine lines.
You say: “This has also been great at fading away my little crows feet on the outer corners of my eyes, I think I’m a bit scared to stop using this now and will have to purchase some more to keep with improvements going!” – Candyfairy
Want to know more? Read Olay Retinol 24 Eye Cream Fragrance Free reviews here…
NEUTROGENA® HYDRO BOOST Eye Roll-On
We say: Refresh tired eyes with Neutrogena’s roller-ball applicator, responsible for effectively stimulating blood circulation. Inject moisture into deflated, crepey skin and enjoy the reward of hydrated, plump under-eyes.
You say: “Absorbs well and makes your eye area feel refreshed. It gives your eyes a boost and works well under concealer. Love it so much hence why I’m on my second tube. I wish I’d started using eye cream years ago, but better late than never.” – Plum jane
Want to know more? Read NEUTROGENA® HYDRO BOOST Eye Roll-On reviews here…
Garnier Organics Regenerating Lavandin Anti Age Eye Cream
We say: Sitting under the $20 mark, this soothing formula contains skin-healing essential oils to keep your under-eye area looking youthful and bright.
You say: “Met my high expectations of a quality product with noticeable results. It hydrated effectively and brightened my skin.” – Spice
Want to know more? Read Garnier Organics Regenerating Lavandin Anti Age Eye Cream reviews here…
NIVEA Q10plusC Anti Wrinkle + Energy Eye Treatment
We say: Formulated with vitamin C, NIVEA’s eye cream has been designed specifically to refresh and brighten tired eyes.
You say: “I LOVE this product so much that I can’t even begin to explain how good it has been for me. I’ve noticed that ever since using this cream, my fine lines do not appear at the end of the day.” – vtjh
Want to know more? Read NIVEA Q10plusC Anti Wrinkle + Energy Eye Treatment reviews here…
Between my Mum and I, we’ve tried a few different CeraVe products, and we’ve been really happy with all of them, so I reckon I’d be willing to give the CeraVe one a try.
I’ve only tried the Garner one. I would love to try the others.
I must admit I dont use eye creams often and if I do they need to be a serum because creams tend to give me milia
Olay the one in the red tube with retinol. Thats awesome
I buy Natural Instinct Dark Circle + Wrinkle Correction Eye Creme at Chemist Warehouse. It's about $15. It definitely gets rid of my dark circles. Worth a try Beauties.
Was not big on eye creams (only using if I was given one to use up or try) as I use skincare I use on face (serums, acid toners etc) over the eye area too. Then I was given L'Oréal Revitalift Filler [+Hylaluronic Acid] Intensive Replumping Eye Cream a bit long ago. And…was so surprised how good it is. Rehydrates, plumps and smooths the area. Good stuff. Really good.
The Olay Retinol 24 Eye Cream sounds absolutely amazing, but at that price ($59.99) I could buy my usual Kiehl’s one.
Need something to help with my puffy eye bags which never go away.
Would love to try the La Roche-Posay one because of the applicator.
Would really like to try La Roche-Posay Pigmentclar Eyes because I have dark circles under my eyes at the moment I am using DR. LEWINN'S Ultra R4 Eye Repair Cream at the moment.
The Kiehl’s avocado eye cream? I love that one!
My favourite eye cream at the moment is an Eve Lom eye cream, but it’s $99! Any eye cream over $20 better be pretty amazing (and that one is) because there are some great options for a lot less. I’ve tried the Garnier one and that’s pretty good and I think you can never go wrong with La Roche Posay.
Got my dry under eyes on the CeraVe.
Love it
I do like the Garnier one a lot and it seems to be lasting ages too. There is a couple there that I'd be interested in trying.
I am a long time lover of Thalgo’s Silicium eye cream, more recently I fell in love with Lancôme’s Génifique Yeux Eye Cream.
I use eye creams but I wouldn't go for anything with essential oils in the eye area
I don't use eye creams a lot which is stupid because I actually own quite a few, as well as many sample sachets. I need to make it part of my routine so I don't actually think about it.
I need a new eye cream so this gives me some options!
I think I might try the La Roche Posay one next time I need a new eye cream, I love their products!
I have the Neutrogena in my stash but I'm yet to try.
I don’t use one , I have in the past but have never found any difference
I've used plenty of eye creams but none of the mentioned ones.
That sounds perfect for me. I'll have to give it a go.
I will go to chemist warehouse and buy the olay retinol 24 hour cream.
Thank you BH.
I like the sound of Garnier's one. I'm interested in keeping the eye area moisturized. I'm using a Sukin one at the moment. I don't like using a rollerball one as I think it pulls at the delicate skin near the eyes
Good brands. I had no idea they were all available from supermarkets. Must keep an 'eye' out when I'm shopping.
I used the Garnier eye cream and Olay too.
Hmmmmm I’m pretty broke at the moment. I might look into this one…….
Yes! I love that one too. It’s one I always repurchase.
I haven't tried any of these brands, but I'm on the lookout for a new cream…………good timing!
Didn't know CeraVe had an eye cream. Perfect!
I haven't tried any of these, however now I know Cera Ve make one and if they are as good as their other products, then I will definitely be investigating it further.
the La Roche posay ones looks super good
It takes me so long to use up eye cream.
I like the Olay gel that I received as a full-sized sample a few RRs ago. Anything too rich gives me zits around the orbital bone.
La Roche Posay make great products that are great for sensitive skin.I will be sure to try their eye cream when my current one runs out.
Thanks for sharing!!!
I would love to try Neutrogena next time.
Am going to try the Olay one as my dark circles need to go
I haven't found an eye cream that does anything noticeable for my wrinkly and crinkly eye area, but I'm in my late fifties. I've had the NIOD Fractionated Eye-contour Concentrate on my wish list for a while, but I'm hesitating because it's expensive and it has mixed reviews.
I'm keen to try the LRP and CeraVe eye creams as I have some darkness under my eyes which I would love to brighten
I’ve tried two of them. Okay and Nivea.
Wow this is a bargain. I will check it out soon. Thanks for the tip.
I seem to try a different one everytime I need a new one and then find I am not sure which was the best
I really like the Lacura one from Aldi. I purchased it after it was mentioned on bh and it's great. I'm currently using the Olay one but plan to buy the Lacura one again.
I generally avoid supermarket products, as I don't buy products with palm oil in it.
I'm using the inky list caffeine eye cream and I love it. I've used the Swisse one and I loved it.
Great products and brands
I have had so many irritations from eye creams that I am now just not wanting to try any, the oils seem to heat and annoy my eyes or even run during the night.