I’m Buying the Retinol-Alternative Eye Cream That Tightened a User’s Skin in “3 Days”

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Shoppers report "brighter" under-eyes.

Admittedly, eye cream is hardly part of my current skincare repertoire. I have no good reason to skip the stuff; after all, I know it can work wonders for preventing and treating the likes of crow’s feet and generally crinkly skin around the orbital area. Herbivore Botanicals, a skincare brand that spoke to me the moment I laid eyes on its striking pastel formulas years ago, offers an eye cream that’s nothing short of stellar—or so I’ve gleaned from Amazon shopper reviews. TBH, the acclaim for this eye treatment has convinced me I need the stuff this very second.

The Herbivore Moon Dew Retinol Alternative Eye Cream is a potent-yet-gentle anti-aging eye cream that reduces the appearance of fine lines, both instantly and over time. The formula, which offers retinol-mimicking benefits, relies on one percent bakuchiol instead of the often-sensitizing vitamin A derivative, making it a particularly prudent choice for smoothing the ultra-delicate skin below and around the eyes.

Herbivore Moon Dew Retinol Alternative Eye Cream

$48 at Amazon

ICYMI: Bakuchiol is among the most popular retinol alternatives, and understandably so. Derived from plants, it mimics retinol’s line-smoothing properties without the potential for flaky, red skin, or other retinol-induced side effects.

In addition to its hero ingredient, Herbivore’s eye cream contains anti-aging peptides—proteins that spur collagen production. Our skin contains peptides naturally, and derives much of its youthful-looking firmness from the protein; with age however, we lose peptides, and consequently, experience skin sagging. By replacing the collagen-supporting proteins, skin can appear firmer and more elastic.

As previously mentioned, shoppers are enamored with Herbivore’s eye cream. One reviewer reported a visible difference in their under-eye skin within “three days,” noting they could see tighter, firmer skin. Another shopper, who has sensitive skin, called the formula “gentle yet effective,” citing a “significant reduction in fine lines and dark circles” since using the cream. Furthermore, they shared, their “under-eye area feels firmer and looks brighter.” Finally, yet another fan commented on the formula’s hydrating effects, noting that the “lightweight” gel cream “plumps” and delivers a “dewy look” to tired, dry under eye skin.

For smoother under-eye skin with fewer fine lines—sans irritation—shop the Herbivore Bakuchiol Moisturizer at Amazon. Peruse more of the brand’s skincare, below.

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