4 Reasons Every Editor Swears By This Affordable Eye Cream Duo

The eyes are one of the trickiest areas of the face to treat. Not only is the skin of the eye area among the most fragile — and therefore the most sensitive — on your whole body, but because of that, it’s also the first to show signs of wear and tear, be it from sun exposure, a few late nights, or good old aging. That combo means that it could use the most T.L.C., but you can’t go all-out with the usual skincare actives without risking irritation. In other words: Your eye cream routine has to involve some strategy.

In the past, this is what’s made it so tough to tackle the usual fine lines and wrinkles that appear over time. But things are different now — take Olay’s eye-minded duo, which takes a strategic approach to this fragile spot. The Olay 10 Years Younger Day Eye Cream and Olay 10 Years Younger Night Eye Cream basically tag-team the treatment of the eye area, allowing for a refreshed, smoother look in under a month. Not surprisingly, that’s made them a power couple among editors, even those who’ve seen (and tried) it all — myself included. Here, exactly why we can’t get enough of them.

The active ingredients are proven to work

The Olay 10 Years Younger Day Eye Cream harnesses the power of caffeine to help depuff, niacinamide to help brighten, hydrate, and soothe, and peptides, which are pieces of proteins that help keep your skin functioning properly. Meanwhile, the 10 Years Younger Night Eye Cream pairs niacinamide and peptides with retinol, the form of vitamin A known for its ability to help regulate skin cell turnover and promote collagen production. What all these ingredients have in common: They’re all proven to work. Both creams are uniquely formulated to deliver ingredients into the skin's surface — and they’re backed by a whopping 65+ years of science. Additionally, they were both tested by and formulated with dermatologists (who recommended the exact peptides used), so you know they mean business.

You get results in under a month

While time travel has yet to become a thing, it's possible to fake it with this duo. Both of the formulas are jam-packed with active ingredients that, for starters, deliver 24 hours of hydration on the spot. After two weeks, your skin texture will be visibly smoother. Give it 28 days (count 'em!) and your skin will look up to 10 years younger, with less noticeable fine lines and wrinkles. Plus, thanks to all of that steady hydration, the soft, smooth skin will leave you looking like you got your best night’s sleep… every single night.

They work synergistically

Rather than doubling up on the same thing twice a day, these eye creams pair ingredients that take timing into account. In the 10 Years Younger Day Eye Cream, caffeine is clutch for daytime since it can give the eye area a fresh, well-rested look. Plus, the formula is lightweight and absorbs quickly, which is a huge plus when you’re following it with makeup and trying to get out the door in the A.M.

Meanwhile, the retinol in the 10 Years Younger Night Eye Cream is a winner for your nighttime skincare routine, since it may leave skin sensitive to sun exposure. Plus, Olay put it in a rich, luxurious formula to deeply moisturize skin. So this timing is ideal: You can reap its many, science-backed perks without risking any irritation around the delicate eye area. Together, they deliver around-the-clock renewal for your eyes.

The formulas are clean

You don't have to compromise to get brighter, better eyes. Just as important as what's inside the formulation is what's not. Both the Olay 10 Years Younger Day Eye Cream and Night Eye Cream are made without parabens, phthalates, and synthetic dyes. Plus, both formulas are fragrance-free, making this duo gentle enough for everyone.