I'm a Night Owl, and My Tired Eyes Reveal It—17 Holy Grail Eye Creams That I Swear Work Miracles

This lightweight, ultra-hydrating eye cream uses a potent blend of peptides and ceramides to plump, firm, and smooth the skin. While caffeine reduces circles and puffiness around the eyes, the addition of Albizia Julibrissin bark extract helps exfoliate and resurface the skin texture

Customer Review: "This eye cream has a lightweight texture that absorbs quickly into the skin without leaving any greasiness. It contains caffeine, which helps reduce puffiness—making it a great choice for my morning routine. It also layers well under makeup, keeping the under-eye area smooth and refreshed throughout the day."

Product Size: 0.5-ounce tube

Scented: No

Pros: Features a fast-absorbing formula that cools the under-eye are and preps it for makeup

Cons: Targets puffiness, but does not drastically alter the appearance of dark circles

Peter Thomas Roth is a treasure trove for anyone looking to significantly reduce under eye puffiness, dark circles, and fine lines, and their Peptide Skinjection Fill + Fix Under Eye Cream takes it to a new level. Powered by cutting-edge peptide technology, hyaluronic acid, and caffeine, it provides an instant wide-awake look for the eyes.

Customer Review: "I am absolutely blown away by the Peter Thomas Roth Fill + Fix [Under Eye] Cream! I’ve noticed a difference in the appearance of my fine lines! It smooths and plumps the skin instantly, leaving a natural, refreshed look. I love how lightweight and non-greasy the formula is. It blends seamlessly and doesn’t cake or settle into creases throughout the day. Plus, it layers beautifully under makeup, making it a perfect addition to my daily routine."

Product Size: 0.5-ounce tube

Scent: No

Pros: Enhanced with illuminating minerals and caffeine for a brightened, wide-awake look

Cons: The cooling applicator tip can make for messy application

If you're looking for an eye cream that targets puffiness and fine lines, get your hands on this one from Brissette's own brand, Daily Practice. TSA and travel friendly, its formula uses eye contour reinforcing peptides, hydrating hyaluronic acid, as well as smoothing and lifting algae derivatives.

Customer Review: "I’ve been using the Firm & Restore Eye Cream since receiving it, and it is performing 'miracles' on the area around my eyes. My lower eye area is no longer puffy, the small lines [are] visibly plumped and smooth, upper lids are not crepey, and makes eyeshadow go on like a dream. A must-have."

Product Size: 0.5-ounce tube

Scented: No

Pros: Infused with hyaluronic acid to hydrates skin and diminish the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles

Cons: None

The lotus plant helps smooth fine lines and textures while helping to boost the radiance of the skin while preventing damage from environmental aggressors. Fresh has dedicated an entire line to it, including an eye cream that pairs super lotus with line smoothing horse chestnut extract and polyglutamic acid to lock in moisture.

Customer Review: "I was looking for an under eye cream that would stay all day and prevent my under eye concealer from settling into fine lines—this is it! It has a light scent that is hardly noticeable. It does help with puffiness in the morning too. So far the best under eye cream for daytime I have used so far. I will purchase this one again!"

Product Size: 0.5-ounce bottle

Scent: Yes (refreshing florals)

Pros: Leaves skin smooth, radiant and prepped for concealer application

Cons: Does not quickly lighten the appearance of dark circles (has the most visible effect on puffiness)

InnBeauty Project's best-selling Extreme Cream Eye Firming & Contouring Eye Cream is clinically shown to significantly decrease puffiness, wrinkles, and sagging eyelids using a potent blend of bio-retinol, fermented amino acids, and more. The brand's refillable under eye cream not only intensely moisturizes the under eyes, but also restores its firmness and elasticity.

Customer Review: "Loving the Extreme Eye Cream from InnBeauty! It’s rich but not heavy, super hydrating, and makes my under-eyes look smoother and more awake. It also adds a nice glow and works great under makeup. Definitely a new fave in my skincare routine!"

Product Size: 0.5-ounce bottle

Scented: No

Pros: Uses a luxe reverse-emulsion texture formula to intensely moisturize the under eye area for a flawless base

Cons: None

Adding vitamin C to your daily beauty routine can be one of the best things you can do to keep skin looking vibrant and youthful, so it's no wonder this Peter Thomas Roth eye cream is filled to the brim with it. Featuring vitamin E, ferulic acid, and caffeine, this product works to reduce the appearance of dark circles, puffiness, and fine lines, quickly diminishing signs of aging.

Customer Review: "I was very impressed with this product. A little goes a long way. I’ve been on the hunt for a good eye cream for my fine lines for years. This one is the only one I’ve seen any improvement from. It even works well beneath my makeup—and believe me, I wear a lot."

Product Size: 0.5-ounce bottle

Scented: Yes

Pros: Uses caffeine and hyaluronic acid to improve the look of dark circles, eye bags, and crow's feet over time

Cons: Has a noticeable scent that doesn't fade with wear

Dark under eye circles can come in all blue, brown, purple, and black, but the VinoPerfect Dark Circle brightening Cream tackles all of them while also targeting puffiness in a single step. This brightening, fragrance-free cream combines the powers of niacinamide and caffeine in a lightweight formula that hydrates the eye contour. Plus, it works as an amazing concealer base.

Customer Review: "This eye cream is amazing! The consistency is not too thick or too thin and the packaging is perfect! The tube squeezes out the perfect amount and the applicator glides on smoothly to help distribute the eye cream evenly. It feels very hydrating and soothing."

Product Size: 0.5-ounce tube

Scented: No

Pros: Uses Viniferine to hydrate the eye contour and work as a concealer base

Cons: Does not offer instant results after initial application—consistency is key

If you need results quickly, try adding Biossance's Squalane + Marine Algae Eye Cream to your lineup. It instantly firms and lifts, visibly brightens, and smooths the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles around the eye area with a whipped cream formula. This one is infused with line reducing pink marine algae, skin firming paracress extract, and moisture-boosting sugarcane-derived squalane.

Customer Review: "I am a big fan of this eye cream. It' has helped a lot with the dryness under my eyes and help lighten up that area. I think the formula is perfect compared to other products, this is the only eye cream that has helped lighten up my dark circles. Love that it has squalane."

Product Size: 0.5-ounce jar

Scented: No

Pros: Formulated with a light, whipped texture that instantly melts into the skin

Cons: None

Brighten and de-puff your eyes with the help of Sunday Riley's cult favorite Auto Correct Brightening and Depuffing Eye Contour Cream. This TikTok-viral cream stands out to me for many reasons, but its use of watermelon extract stands apart from all others thanks to its ability to majorly boost hydration levels. I'm also obsessed with how flawlessly this one layers beneath the rest of my skincare.

Customer Review: "I love this eye cream. I keep it in my little skincare fridge and apply it every morning after cleansing my skin and it helps me look awake! It also helps brighten under my eyes, decreasing the appearance of fine lines and dark circles. I highly recommend it for anyone who suffers from puffy eyes, or who simply is looking to up their under eye cream game!

Product Size: 0.5-ounce bottle

Scented: No

Pros: Diminishes the appearance of dark circles and puffiness while also providing blue-light protection to the delicate eye area

Cons: Not ideal for use on sensitive skin

Another great Caudalie find, this eye gel cream reduces the look of puffiness and fluid retention using resveratrol, hyaluronic acid, and firming collagen. For best results, I like to apply this one as recommended by the brand by adding three dots on the external corner, under eye, and inner undereye, then blending it out with the cooling ceramic applicator.

Customer Review: "Hands down the best eye cream I have ever used! The texture is incredibly light and absorbs quickly without leaving any greasy residue (which already says a whole lot for someone with an oily skin type), making it perfect for both day and night use."

Product Size: 0.5-ounce tube

Scented: No

Pros: Uses a cooling metal applicator to smooth the skin while reducing puffiness and fluid retention

Cons: None

Designed for us on all skin types, this moisture barrier repairing eye cream by Osea brightens, firms and targets all signs of aging around the eyes with a rich yet fast-absorbing formula using two types of smoothing and luminosity-boosting algae, firming amino acid, and other fine line reducing botanical extracts. It also wears well beneath concealer (i.e. no shifting or piling).

Customer Review: "This is my first time using this cream. So far I've been using it for about a week , morning and night, and the first amazing thing i noticed that the application is sooo pleasant—it glides very easily, absorbs really well, doesn't leave any white flaky residue but leaves your skin feeling so full and plump, it is very rich just as i wanted!"

Product Size: 0.6-ounce jar

Scented: No

Pros: Blurs the appearance of fine lines while sealing in essential moisture

Cons: Uses a rich formula that might be to heavy for use on some skin types

The hero ingredient in this luxurious, rich Arbonne eye cream is hyaluronic acid, but works twice as well when combined with a peptide for increased hydration and to support collagen as part of the brand's DermResults Advanced Regimen. Not only does this powerful cream target under eye puffiness, but it works wonders for improving the look of skin texture and dark circles.

Customer Review: N/A

Product Size: 0.5-ounce jar

Scented: No

Pros: Uses hyaluronic acid and botanical Alpinia Galanga extract to diminish the look of fine lines for a plump finish

Cons: Offered at a high price point

Here's a reparative cream-gel hybrid eye cream that locks in up to 48 hours of hydration while reinforcing and supporting the skin’s protective barrier function around the delicate eye area. Lightweight and nutrient-rich, it vanishes into the skin upon application with the help of a cooling an de-puffing metal tip.

Customer Review: "I love it being a cream-gel hybrid eye cream so the texture is perfect for my eye area. It’s very moisturizing but doesn’t feel too heavy to give my eye area those tiny rich bumps. I find it super helpful with lock in the moisture and plump the surfacing area for a more awake look. I love the application process is clean so it doesn’t get contaminated when I use it for a long period of time!"

Product Size: 0.5-ounce tube

Scented: No

Pros: Formula offers up to 48 hours of hydration while repairing your skin's damaged moisture barrier

Cons: Offered at a high price point

I've been using Sulwahsoo's ginseng-powered skincare line for the past couple of months, and this skin-rejuvinating eye cream has been one of its standouts. After a month of using it, I noticed a huge improvement in the appearance of my under eyes (especially when it came to its fine lines and puffiness). The cream is infused with retinol and nourishing squalane, two must-have ingredients to rturn back the effects of time on skin.

Customer Review: "The Sulwhasoo Concentrated Ginseng Rejuvenating Eye Cream is amazing. Right after applying, my eye area feels soft, smooth, and super hydrated. The texture is rich but lightweight, sinking in without greasiness. With continuous use, my under-eyes look brighter, smoother, and way less puffy. Fine lines? Softer. Over time, my skin feels firmer, bouncier, and always hydrated. I love this because it actually works luxurious texture, real results, and my under-eyes have never looked better."

Product Size: 0.5-ounce jar

Scented: Yes (ginseng)

Pros: Improves the look of puffiness, wrinkles and dark circles in just four weeks

Cons: Features a strong, ginseng fragrance that's noticeable upon initial application

Inspired by Dermal-Epidermal Junction (the interface between the skin's epidermis and the dermis), Revision Skincare's advanced all-in-one age-defying treatment visibly reduces the appearance of sagging, wrinkles, redness and more around the eye area and eyelid while providing intense hydration and shielding it against free radicals.

Customer Review: "I’ve searched high and low for a quality eye cream that shows results, and Revision hit the mark on this product! It has smoothed out lines around my eyes, hydrated and has helped my lids. Feels amazing with the metal tip and I look forward to using it in my routine. Easy application, glides on, and most importantly, it shows results! Hands down my new staple, ready for my second bottle."

Product Size: 0.5-ounce tube

Scented: No

Pros: Helps shield against free radicals that cause premature aging while supporting the microbiome

Cons: Does not provide fast results with one application—consistency is key

This eye treatment addresses multiple signs of aging and fatigue (wrinkles, fine lines, puffiness, and dark circles), with a gentle formula using brightening java fruit, firming marine metabolites, and smoothing Stereoisomer Plant Molecules. It's a concentrated formula that postbiotic and barrier-supporting technology to help rebalance the microbiome while fortifying the delicate skin around the eye.

Customer Review: "Tata Harper has quickly become one of my most favorite luxe products to use! This bio barrier eye cream works amazing to brighten underneath my eyes, firm the wrinkles and make them not look puffy. I love that it fights the sign of aging so quickly! I can see the difference in just a few days! I use this after washing my face at night and just gently pat a small amount around my entire under eye."

Product Size: 0.5-ounce bottle

Scented: No

Pros: Combines postbiotic and barrier-supporting technology to help rebalance the microbiome

Cons: Offered at a luxury price point

Developed especially to address dark shadows, bags, and puffiness around the eyes, Dr. Barbara Sturm's luxurious Eye Cream uses purslane with a unique complex of golden root, sugar beet, and yeast for a soothing and de-puffing effect. It also has omega lipids, which is key for retaining skin moisture. This one is also unscented and gentle, making it ideal for all skin types.

Customer Review: "Oh what a luxury experience is all things Dr. Sturm. I’ve been using this eye cream for a week and half or so and I have nothing but good things to say, my lines look plumper and the dark undereyes haven’t been looking so criminal which I highly appreciate! It is pricey but if you’re looking for a luxury experience, this is a good one."

Product Size: 0.5-ounce jar

Scented: No

Pros: Uses a lightweight formula infused with active Omega lipids to help the skin retain moisture

Cons: Offered at a luxury price point