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The Independent UK
Sabine Wiesel and Pippa Bailey

15 best retinol eye creams to banish bags, tried and tested

Skin-soothing ingredients and slow-release retinol can prevent irritation around the sensitive eye area - (Sabine Wiesel/The Independent)

Once considered too strong for the delicate eye area, retinol eye creams and serums are now widely used and well tolerated, thanks to advancements in skincare. Retinol is scientifically proven to be one of the most effective actives for improving skin texture, fine lines and firmness. So if you’re looking to refresh and rejuvenate the eye area, the best retinol eye creams can deliver visible results.

To avoid confusion, it’s important to recognise when most people talk about “retinol” they are talking about a wider group of retinoids (or derivatives of vitamin A). Retinol is just one type of retinoid but it’s the most widely used so “retinol” and “retinoid” often (incorrectly) get used interchangeably.

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