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But there’s one ingredient that really delivers: retinol.

Thankfully,you’re free to use retinol under your eyes, but there’s a catch.

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It’s a light cream that, while testing, I noticed went on smoothly and absorbed quickly.

Along with retinol, it uses hyaluronic acid, which helps with moisturizing.

It’s lightweight without being runny or watery, not greasy, and absorbs well.

Neutrogena Rapid Wrinkle Repair Retinol Eye Cream

It gets its pro-retinol from pink algae, which is also what gives it its color.

Pro-retinol is derived from retinol.

That can also mean it takes longer to work, so patience is key.

First Aid Beauty Retinol Eye Cream

All their products come in 100% recyclable packaging and are responsibly produced, vegan, and cruelty-free.

It left the sometimes crepey-feeling skin under my eyes feeling soft and smooth after just one night.

It’s formulated for dry skin, though I found it to work well without feeling too heavy.

Josie Maran Argan Pro-Retinol Eye Cream

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Glow Recipe Avocado Melt Retinol Eye Cream

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