Where to Apply Eye Cream, According to Dermatologists

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is a need, not a want—but do you know where to apply eye cream? Specifically formulated to treat the eye area, eye creams are “usually ophthalmologically and dermatologically tested to be safe to use,” says , a double board-certified adult and pediatric dermatologist in Scottsdale, Arizona.Plus, you can target different concerns with your eye cream, whether you want to or .

Not all ordinary creams are automatically safe for the eyes: “We often need to use gentler products with lower concentrations around the eyelid, so as to minimize irritation because the eyelid skin is much thinner,” he adds.So, you have your eye cream in hand, but what’s the best way to apply it—and where?

Should you apply it morning or night (or both)? On damp skin or dry? Follow along as board-certified dermatologists answer all your questions.First off: gentle, gentle, gentle.

Applying delicately is the name of the game. “Avoid putting too much pressure or rubbing the skin excessively,” says , FAAD, board-certified dermatologist in New York City.Yes, you can apply eye cream to your upper eyelids: “Apply a small amount under your eyes and around the sides.