A question for the men out there: have you ever looked in the mirror and noticed, suddenly, that you look more tired than usual? Maybe you can’t quite pinpoint it; maybe it’s your skin looking a little dry, or maybe your shave isn’t quite up to scratch. Most often, the culprits will be found around your eyes: puffy eyes from sleepless nights, dark circles sucking the light from your eyes. Not to worry, though–keep reading, and we’ll guide you through the best eye creams for men to revive their eye contour area.
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Should men use eye cream?
Men can use eye cream if they want to, just like anyone else! Eye creams have no gender, and the benefits they bring are universal: they can help drain eye bags, minimize dark circles, and keep fine lines and wrinkles at bay.
It’s worth noting that the skin around the eyes is much thinner and more sensitive than the skin on the rest of the face. It’s often around the eyes that people notice the first signs of fatigue after a sleepless night–like puffiness and dark circles–, or the first structural changes as they age and mature–like fine lines, wrinkles, or loss of firmness.
Whatever your needs, there’s an eye cream out there to help you manage them. To help you find the best eye cream for men like you, we’ve divided our selection of creams based on three main concerns:
- Eye bags and puffiness;
- Dark circles;
- Wrinkles and anti-aging.
Creams for eye bags and puffiness
L’Oréal Paris Men Expert Hydra Energetic Anti-Fatigue Eye Roll-On
For a refreshing effect
L’Oréal Paris Men Expert Hydra Energetic Anti-Fatigue Eye Roll-On
From L’Oréal Paris Men Expert comes the Hydra Energetic Anti-Fatigue Eye Roll-On, a refreshing gel infused with both antioxidant vitamin C and energizing caffeine.
Through its cooling roll-on applicator, this eye gel creates an instantly refreshing sensation, which will help you drain eye bags and illuminate the eye area for a brighter, more alert look.
ClarinsMen Energizing Eye Gel
For depuffing eye bags
ClarinsMen Energizing Eye Gel
With a similar roll-on applicator, the ClarinsMen Energizing Eye Gel features not one, not two, but three spheres that promote product absorption while creating a depuffing effect under the eyes.
Combining ginseng and bison grass, this eye gel visibly energizes the skin, while horse chestnut and green coffee specifically target dark circles and puffiness. An exciting add-on, an exclusive Clarins plant-based anti-pollution complex, shields the skin from both indoor and outdoor pollutants.
Neutrogena Hydro Boost Antifatigue Eye Cream
For a boost of energy in the morning
Neutrogena Hydro Boost Antifatigue Eye Cream
Moving away from roll-on applicators, the Neutrogena Hydro Boost Antifatigue Eye Cream is a hydrating booster with a novel texture. The product feels like a lightweight cream upon application, invigorate your skin and protect it from external aggressions.
Hydrating as well as invigorating, this Neutrogena formula could be the best eye cream for men to apply right out of bed in the morning.
Eye creams for dark circles
Frezyderm Eye Balm Puffiness & Dark Circles
For improved microcirculation
Frezyderm Eye Balm Puffiness & Dark Circles
The Frezyderm Eye Balm Puffiness & Dark Circles is a lightweight cream-gel powered by a tried-and-tested blend of Bioflavonoids, Acetyl Tetrapeptide and herbal extracts to activate microcirculation and improve the appearance of dark circles.
Easy to apply and quick to absorb (and, therefore, perfect for those who tend to develop milia), this cream-gel not only minimizes dark circles and puffiness, but also offers an extra boost in the anti-aging department. Not bad!
ISDINCEUTICS K-Ox Eyes Puffiness & Dark Circles Cream
For minimizing dark circles
ISDINCEUTICS K-Ox Eyes Puffiness & Dark Circles Cream
With its uncomplicated texture and superpowered formula, ISDINCEUTICS K-Ox Eyes Puffiness & Dark Circles Cream is a strong contender for the title of the best eye cream for men (and everybody else) on a quest against dark circles.
While vitamin K and a peptide-based Haloxyl complex target dark circles in order to reduce them, the depuffing Eyeliss complex helps drain eye bags. Finally, a shot of hyaluronic acid completes the cocktail with some extra benefits against fine lines and wrinkles around the eyes.
Shakeup Cosmetics Eye Eye Captain Under Eye Concealer & Moisturizer SPF25
For concealing dark circles
Shakeup Cosmetics Eye Eye Captain Under Eye Concealer & Moisturizer SPF25
If you have very pronounced dark circles, you may want to try a concealer rather than a regular eye cream. We like the Shakeup Cosmetics Eye Eye Captain Under Eye Concealer & Moisturizer SPF25, a tinted undereye cream for men–designed with color-correcting technology, it helps correct even the darkest of dark circles.
The formula combines natural ingredients like butcher’s broom, calendula, and licorice, to reduce puffiness, help boost microcirculation, and even out under-eye skin tone.
Eye creams for wrinkles and anti-aging
NUXE Men Multi-Purpose Eye Cream
For early signs of aging
NUXE Men Multi-Purpose Eye Cream
From beloved French brand NUXE comes the practical NUXE Men Multi-Purpose Eye Cream. In just one application, this eye cream can moisturize your skin, erase signs of fatigue, reduce under-eye puffiness, and minimize dark circles. It is a perfect option for men who lead a hectic lifestyle, since it helps keep the skin protected from the oxidative stress caused by daily irritants.
As expected from NUXE, it also smells incredible, with a selection of spicy and woody notes that will perfectly match your everyday cologne.
Filorga Optim-Eyes Eye Contour Cream
For 3-in-1 results
Filorga Optim-Eyes Eye Contour Cream
Filorga Optim-Eyes Eye Contour Cream is one product we recommend often: it offers a triple-action effect that minimizes dark circles, reduces eye bags, and smoothes both fine lines and wrinkles around the eyes.
With a fresh but hydrating texture, this eye cream can offer the boost of vitality you need after a sleepless night; you can even keep it in the refrigerator to optimize the effect!
Endocare Tensage Radiance Eye Contour
For loss of firmness
Endocare Tensage Radiance Eye Contour
Another good option for men looking to minimize signs of aging around the eyes is the Endocare Tensage Radiance Eye Contour fluid. Effective against dark circles and eye bags, this specialist product also creates an immediate firming effect.
If your anti-aging concerns have more to do with firmness than wrinkles, this eye contour fluid may be perfect for you. It will even provide immediate results, thanks to a handy trick incorporated into the formula: discreet micro-pigments to illuminate the under-eye area.
Nivea Men Anti-Age Hyaluron Eye Cream
For fine lines and wrinkles
Nivea Men Anti-Age Hyaluron Eye Cream
Last, but not least, we’re ending with a hyaluronic acid-powered eye cream for men who know exactly what they want from their skincare. The Nivea Men Anti-Age Hyaluron Eye Cream is a daily care gel that combines hyaluronic acid with glycerin, this eye gel provides an anti-aging action while deeply hydrating the sensitive skin around the eyes.
Each application provides up to 24 hours of hydration, restoring elasticity and firmness, all the while reducing the look of fine lines and wrinkles.
There you have it: our top contenders for the title of best eye cream for men. Want to keep browsing? Then make sure to check our full selection of skincare for men in the shop.
