Dark circles are a common problem that makes many people look tired and less cheerful. The causes can come from lack of sleep, stress, genetics or aging. In the journey to improve the underwater skin, the two most mentioned products are eye cream and eye Serum. Each type has its own uses, and choosing the right product depends on the cause of your dark circles.
The difference between eye cream and eye serum
According to Dr. Rashmi Sriram, a dermatologist at Fortis Hospital (India), eye creams often have a thicker texture and contain many moisturizing ingredients such as shea butter, ceramide, peptides and hyaluronic acid. They have the ability to deeply moisturize, soften the skin and protect the natural barrier around the eyes, the skin area that is very delicate and vulnerable.
In contrast, eye Serum is a light, quickly permeable form of essential oil, concentrating many special active ingredients such as vitamin C, caffeine, retinol and niacinamide. Serum helps improve pigmentation, brighten the skin, reduce eye bags and wrinkles, suitable for those who want to treat dark circles or conditions with uneven skin tone.
When should you use eye cream?
Eye cream is suitable for people with dark circles due to dry skin, small wrinkles or prolonged fatigue. With its high moisturizing ability, the cream helps the skin around the eyes become softer, more elastic and brighter. Components such as peptides support collagen production, while hyaluronic acid helps smooth skin. In addition, the eye cream is benign, suitable for sensitive skin or mature skin, and can be used both morning and night.
When should you choose an eye Serum?
Eye Serum is an ideal choice for dark circles due to increased pigmentation or sharp expansion of blood vessels. Thanks to its rich active ingredient content, serum can have a deeper impact on the skin layer under the eyes:
Vitamin C helps brighten and even out skin tone.
Caffeine reduces eye bags and blood vessel constriction, making the skin brighter.
Retinol stimulates cell regeneration, thickens the skin to shield exposed blood vessels.
Niacinamide helps strengthen the skin's barrier and reduce darkness.
However, because serum has a high concentration of active ingredients, small and proper doses should be used to avoid irritation. The ideal time to use it is in the evening, after skin cleansing.
Can combine both products
Dr. Sriram says that you can completely combine serum and eye cream for optimal results. Apply serum first to provide a deep nutrient, then use a moisturizer and skin protection cream. Persistence is an important factor, whether cream or serum, the results will be more obvious after a few weeks of regular use.
How to use it properly for high efficiency
Use your little finger to apply the product because this is the lightest thumb that creates force, helping to avoid damaging the thin skin around the eyes.
Do not rub tightly, just pat lightly to let the product penetrate.
Always wear sunscreen during the day, as UV rays can make dark circles darker.
