Eye Gels

An eye gel is lighter and more cooling than a cream: it absorbs quickly, does not weigh down the eyelid and therefore suits mornings, use under make-up and skin that tends to be oily. Against puffiness a gel works better than a rich cream.

PURE LAB stocks eye gels from Image Skincare, Janssen Cosmetics, HydroPeptide, Inspira and Medik8.

When a gel beats a cream:

• Morning puffiness – a cooling gel, caffeine, a massage tip.
• Under make-up – a fast-absorbing texture that does not move concealer.
• Oily skin – a light gel that does not encourage milia.
• Summer – a gel feels more comfortable than a rich cream.

If the eye area is dry, combine the two: gel in the morning, a richer cream in the evening.