Top 10 Retinol Eye Creams

WHAT IT DOES: This game-changing eye cream uses not one, but three (three!) different forms of retinol to firm, brighten, and hydrate serious crow's feet and wrinkles. You can also expect a reduction in dark circles and under-eye puffiness, as well as a fresh, luminous glow. Hello, bright eyes.

HELPFUL TIP: While this pick is one of the strongest of the bunch, soothing ingredients like squalane and glycerin make it totally safe for sensitive skin.

WHY YOU NEED IT: This formula uses retinol 8, a stabilized vitamin A complex that's eight times more effective than standard retinol but half as irritative. On top of that, it's packed with turmeric to protect the skin from damaging effects of the sun, toxins, and pollution. In other words, this eye cream does it all.

HELPFUL TIP: Don't let the price scare you—all it takes is half a pump to adequately cover both eyes, so one bottle will go a long way.

BEST FOR: Dry-skinned gals, this pick is for you. Formulated with hyaluronic acid to increase hydration, it'll quench your parched skin and leave it supple and smooth.

LOVED FOR: Thanks to the cooling gold applicator tip, application is a total breeze, and your eyes get a little massage action too.

WHY YOU NEED IT: Contrary to popular belief, a top-notch eye cream does not need to cost you half a paycheck. This drugstore score is a perfect example at just $18, and it comes highly recommended by some of the best derms in the industry.

BEST FOR: Because it works in combination with Centella Asiatica—a miracle ingredient that firms and smooths without irritation—this pick is excellent for sensitive skin.

WHAT IT DOES: Whether you've suffered a sleepless night or were simply born with permanent dark circles, Bye Bye Undereye will banish them for good. With skin-loving collagen, caffeine, and hyaluronic acid, it'll smooth and firm the under-eye area while the innovative blue tint delivers a big boost of brightness.

USERS SAID: "This under-eye cream is like a holy grail. It erases puffiness and tired-looking eyes, and even my crepey under-eye skin is looking so much better after just a few short weeks of use. The formula is nice and thick, it absorbs super quick, and it's perfect for using before bed and before I put my makeup on in the morning.

BEST FOR: With caffeine to refresh and hyaluronic acid to plump, this eye cream is the perfect morning pick-me-up.

USERS SAID: "I'm a big fan of La Roche-Posay products and this eye cream is no exception. A little goes a long way. It helps reduce the look of fine lines (I think the retinol helps with that!), but doesn't dry out my skin."

USERS SAID: "I bought the entire Rapid Wrinkle Repair line from Neutrogena and the clock turned back. I look like I’m in my early thirties, and I’m actually in my early forties. Skin tone, texture, and smoothness have improved 100%, and fine lines: Poof! Gone!"

FROM THE EXPERTS: Never underestimate the power of a drugstore brand. This budget-friendly eye cream is clinically proven to reduce the look of wrinkles five times more than a leading prestige anti-wrinkle cream.

LOVED FOR: This youth-boosting formula leaves skin ultra-soft and supple while it anti-ages, and unlike other eye creams, you can use it to fight the fine lines on your lips too.

USERS SAID: "This is my favorite eye cream. At my last facial, the esthetician could not stop talking about how good the skin around my eyes looked. Great product and it's worth every penny!"

WHAT IT DOES: Formulated with retinol to smooth fine lines, wrinkles, and crow's feet and ferulic acid to bright, this serum is an anti-aging powerhouse.

FUN FACT: The gel formula not only reduces crepiness on the eyelids, but it also doubles as an eyeshadow primer for super smooth, long-lasting application.

BEST FOR: If it's your first foray into the world of retinol, this pick is an excellent place to start. Because it has a lower concentration of retinol, it's the perfect way to ease into an anti-aging routine without suffering irritation or dryness. We still recommend starting slow—you can increase usage as your skin adjusts.

LOVED FOR: Reviewers rave about how well this one works under makeup—no pilling or creasing here.