The Lineup: Brand Heroes - Eye Creams

18 Mar 2021 7 min read

They say eyes are the window to your soul, but daily environmental stressors, screen time and our busy life schedules can often affect our skins appearance. Common concerns include dark circles, puffiness, fine lines and dehydration. At AST we know the importance of looking after this delicate area with respect. Read on to learn which of our eye creams or treatments is best for you.  

Aspect Eyelift 3

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What is it?         

A lightweight and fast absorbing formula to help minimise the appearance of dark circles, under eye puffiness and wrinkles.

Key Ingredients

  • Haloxyl™ (N-Hydroxysuccinimide, Chrysin, Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1 and Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7) - A complex of peptides that help minimise appearance of dark circles.
  • EyeLiss™ (Hesperidin Methyl Chalcone, Dipeptide-2 and Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7) - A peptide blend that targets the appearance of tired eyes giving a healthier look
  • Vitamin E: A comforting antioxidant

Who is it best for?

Those with ageing concerns around the delicate eye area

Cosmedix Opticrystal

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What is it?         

This highly emollient eye serum provides deep hydration to the eye area while radically reducing the look of dark circles, fine lines and crow’s feet.

Key Ingredients

  • Copper Complex - Encourages the appearance of firmer, younger-looking skin
  • Spin Trap and Alpha-Lipoic Acid - Potent antioxidant
  • Liquid Crystals - Provides deep, lasting hydration

Who is it best for?

Those who need intense hydration and a pick-me-up for tired looking eyes

PCA SKIN Ideal Complex Revitalizing Eye Gel

What is it?         

A light, silky texture that will help strengthen, firm and lift the appearance of skin around the eye.

Key Ingredients

  • Myristoyl Nonapeptide-3 – a novel peptide that mimics retinoic acid (Vitamin A) to help promote cell turnover and reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles without causing negative side effects, such as irritation and stinging.
  • Acetyl Tetrapeptide-5 – a peptide that promotes skin elasticity and skin moisturization while improving the appearance of dark circles around the eyes.
  • Mryistoyl Pentapeptide-8 and Myristoyl Hexapeptide-4 - helps reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.
  • Palmitoyl Tripeptide-38 – a new generation peptide to reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.

Who is it best for?

If you prefer a light-weight gel texture and are concerned with fine lines and wrinkles.

Societe Ultimate Eye Lift System

What is it?         

A two-step regimen that gives the appearance of firm, plump and hydrated skin surrounding the eye. Continued use also improves the appearance of dark circles, and lessens the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.

Key Ingredients

  • Hyaluronic Acid
  • Asiatic Acid
  • Panthanol
  • Myristoyl Pentapeptide-17
  • N-Hydroxysuccinimide

Who is it best for? 

For those committed to improving the overall appearance of the eye area, including dark circles, lines and wrinkles puffiness. May also combine with the Societe Eye Peptide Gel Mask as a weekly treatment to boost results.

DermaQuest C Infusion Eye Cream

What is it?         

Specifically developed with Orange Plant Stem Cells and Hyaluronic Acid Filling Spheres™, C Infusion Eye Cream deeply hydrates and improves skin’s luster

Key Ingredients

  • Orange Plant Stem Cell (Citrus Aurantium Dulci Callus Culture Extract)
  • Eyeliss & REGU-AGE (Dipeptide-2, Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7)
  • Matrixyl (Palmitoyl Pentapeptide-4)
  • Plankton Extract
  • Micrococcus Lysate
  • Arabidopsis Thaliana Extract

Who is it best for?

Those looking to illuminate the appearance of dark circles and smooth the look of lines and wrinkles. Suitable for those contraindicated to Retinol.  

skinbetter science Interfuse Treatment Cream EYE

What is it?         

A revolutionary and comprehensive cream with a mixture of potent skin rejuvenating ingredients, masterfully designed for the area around the eyes.

Key Ingredients?

  • Blend of Caffeine and Yeast Derivative – Relieves under eye puffiness and congestion (dark circles)
  • Rejuvenating Peptide – Helps nourish and support the skin’s matrix
  • Calming Peptide – Provides a smoothing and softening appearance (crepiness
  • Vitamin C – Derived from Australian kakadu plum, provides antioxidant and skin brightening benefits

Who is it best for?

For those wanting to benefit from the skinbetter science patented Interfuse® technology for deeper and faster ingredient infusion to improve the appearance of common eye concerns.

Colorescience Total Eye SPF 15

What is it?         

A lightly tinted sheer cream provides a rested, youthful appearance by visibly improving signs of skin aging. 100% mineral formula provides chemical-free SPF 15 defense against photoaging.


Key Ingredients?

  • Actineyes - A combination of sea water and marine microalgae that protects skin from impurities
  • Aldavine™ 5x - A powerful ingredient comprised of two polysaccharides that help to minimize puffiness around the eyes
  • Phytomoist - Containing natural, plant-based hyaluronic acid and betaine
  • Beautifeye™ - Composed of two plant extracts working synergistically to reduce the appearance of fine lines, wrinkles, and crow’s feet
  • SYN-EYE® - A powerful blend of peptides and vitamins

Who is it best for?

As a primer for the entire eye area, suitable for any skin type

 

For more information about our range or becoming a stockist, please contact us here.

For a personalised recommendation according to your skin type and condition, it is always recommended to seek a full consultation from a trained AST skincare professional. Please find your nearest clinic here.