Clinique 'All About Eyes'

One of the first skincare products that I started using was under-eye cream. Moreover, I have been using this product religiously since my college days. Initially my sole purpose in doing so was to purely prevent  dark circles around my eyes, only to realize it also provided much needed hydration and prevents future wrinkles.

In India, eye creams commercially emerged late nineties, with only a single brand of the product in the market promoting the benefits of it (remember the Garnier ad!). Until then, we had been relying upon the traditional treatment of using cucumber and potato slices to soothe our eyes! Gone are those days, we now have available with us a range of brands and products including, ‘desi’ (quintessentially Indian) or Ayurvedic, targeting specific concerns,separate formulation for male and females.

Silicone-based ‘All About Eyes’ is a moisturizing under-eye cream that is very light on the skin. It is definitely very hydrating and very smooth on the skin. Further, it can also be used before applying makeup and act as a base. One great thing about Clinique products is that they are fragrance-free; a very safe bet for those who have sensitive nose :).

This non-greasy cream is to be used morning and night after cleanser-toner-moisturizer routine. Rather, I should say this is the moisturizer for our delicate eye area! One has to apply it like any other eye area product - with a ring finger while dabbing it lightly. Always remember not to pull and tug your skin as the skin around this area is very sensitive. The product  is meant for all skin types and available in gel formulation as well.

Description on the product:
Lightweight eye cream diminishes the appearance of eye puffs, darkness and fine lines. Non-creep, cream/gel formula actually helps hold eye makeup in place. For use morning and night, both under eyes and on lids. Ophthalmologist Tested.

Well, this silky eye cream is definitely hydrating, so yes, it does work well for the initial fine lines. It helps puffy eyes as well. However, it doesn't do much for dark circles.

I did a little research on its key ingredients and found: caffeine helps in reducing puffiness, wheat sphingolipids repairs skin's moisture barrier and whey protein stimulates collagen production. Additionally, it has antioxidants rich green tea extract, vitamin B6, linoleic acid, cholesterol, and vitamin E. 

Packaged in a pot, one has to dip fingers to take out the product. I would suggest using clean hands while doing the same to avoid transferring and breeding of germs.

You can ask for free sample at any of the Clinique store to try this product. In addition, Clinique stores also provide complete skin analysis for free (although, I never  really found them useful) !