7 Best Cruelty-Free Products for Reducing Dark Circles

Why we love this cruelty-free eye cream
This cruelty-free eye cream uses glycerin to hydrate and nutritious oils (squalene, jojoba and macadamia oils) that mimic the structure of your skin's natural lipids (aka natural fats) to more effectively replenish those lipids in the delicate skin around your eye. Saccharomyces, a fermented yeast prebiotic that targets dark circles, is also in this eye cream.

Note: Since this cruelty-free eye cream does not have strong ingredients for brightening, it will not be the best for treating pigmented dark circles -- it's best for treating vascular or structural dark circles.

Use after serums in your AM & PM routine
Post serums -- apply 1 to 2 pumps of this eye cream 2x daily around both eyes (under your eye and above the crease of your eyelid) - blend in by lightly patting using your fingertips.

Key ingredients for dark circles
✓ Jojoba Oil/Macadamia Seed Oil
✓ Saccharomyces
✓ Glycerin

Certified: paraben-free, sulfate-free, phthalate-free, cruelty-free, gluten-free, vegan

Price: $$

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Why we love this cruelty-free eye serum
This cruelty-free eye serum works to reduce dark circles by hydrating and improving circulation around your eye area, as well as stimulating the production of collagen and fighting off free radical damage. It also has brightening capabilities which help reduce signs of fatigue around your eyes.

Use after cleanser & toner in your PM routine
Post cleansing and toning -- apply 1/2 a pea-sized amount of this eye serum under your eye and above the crease of your eyelid 2x daily - do not rub in - instead, lightly pat with your fingertips for optimal absorption.

Key ingredients for dark circles
✓ Niacinamide (Vitamin B3)
✓ Peptides
✓ Antioxidants (Vitamin A, C & E)
✓ Sodium Hyaluronate (Hyaluronic Acid)

Certified: paraben-free, sulfate-free, phthalate-free, cruelty-free

Price: $$$

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Why we love this cruelty-free eye cream
This cruelty-free eye cream has caffeine which helps temporarily reduce swelling, puffiness, and promote circulation under the eyes. Concentrated with potent anti-aging vitamins (like vitamin C) and antioxidants, these ingredients work to awaken the eye area, helping to brighten the area under your eye and fade pigmentation. It also contains rosehip oil that helps nourish the skin for a softer, more youthful look. Another bonus is it hydrates without being greasy under makeup.

Use after serums in your AM & PM routine
Post serums -- apply a pea-size amount of this eye cream 2x daily around both eyes (under your eye and above the crease of your eyelid) and then blend in by lightly patting using your fingertips.

Key ingredients for dark circles
✓ Caffeine (Coffea Arabica and Extracts of Coffea Arabica)
✓ Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)
✓ Vitamin E (Tocopherol)
✓ Green Tea

Certified: paraben-free, sulfate-free, phthalate-free, cruelty-free, gluten-free, vegan

Price: $$

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Why we love this cruelty-free eye mask
This cruelty-free overnight eye mask has key ingredients to help depuff, brighten and improve the look of uneven skin tone, stimulate the production of collagen and elastin for loss of firmness, and soothe the delicate skin around your eyes. Unlike other eye masks with retinol, this cruelty-free eye mask has encapsulation of the retinol, allowing the ingredient to release smaller amounts at a time, making it more gentle than traditional retinol treatments, and safe to use around your eyes.

Use after cleanser & toner in your PM routine
Post cleansing and toning -- apply a pea-size amount of this eye mask to the area under your eye - do not rub in - instead, lightly pat with your fingertips for optimal absorption. Leave on overnight - do not layer with an eye cream.

Key ingredients for dark circles
✓ Retinol
✓ Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)
✓ Vitamin E (Tocopherol)
✓ Coffeeberry
✓ Sodium Hyaluronate (Hyaluronic Acid)

Certified: paraben-free, sulfate-free, phthalate-free, cruelty-free, vegan

Price: $$

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Why we love this cruelty-free eye cream
This cruelty-free eye cream provides instant relief for your dark circles and under-eye puffiness. The plant extracts help to keep your skin hydrated and supple, the ice wine actively works to tighten your skin, and the caffeine works to temporarily reduce swelling and promote circulation.

Use after serums in your AM & PM routine
Post serums -- apply a pea-size amount of this eye cream 2x daily around both eyes (under your eye and above the crease of your eyelid) - use very light pressure to sweep outwards and then blend in by lightly patting using your fingertips.

Key ingredients for dark circles
✓ Caffeine
✓ Vitamin E (Tocopherol)
✓ Ice Wine Extract
✓ Botanical Peptides

Certified: paraben-free, sulfate-free, phthalate-free, cruelty-free, gluten-free, organic, vegan

Price: $$$$

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Why we love this cruelty-free brightening eye cream
This cruelty-free eye cream has vitamin C which helps brighten the area under your eye, fading pigmentation and it has collagen which works to improve loss of firmness and elasticity overtime. It also contains glycerin, which is a humectant that helps hydrate the delicate skin around your eyes.

Use after serums in your AM & PM routine
Post serums -- apply a pea-size amount of this eye cream 2x daily around both eyes (under your eye and above the crease of your eyelid) - blend in by lightly patting using your fingertips.

Key ingredients for dark circles
✓ Collagen
✓ Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)
✓ Jojoba Seed Oil
✓ Glycerin

Certified: paraben-free, sulfate-free, phthalate-free, cruelty-free

Price: $$

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Why we love this cruelty-free eye mask
These cruelty-free under-eye gels work to reduce puffiness and dark circles as well as minimize the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. The Icelandic glacial water to helps soothe and revive the area around your eyes.

Use after cleanser & toner in your AM & PM routine a few times a week
Post cleanser and toner -- apply this eye gel mask - remove the backing, and apply the gel side of each patch under each eye. Leave on for 10–15 minutes and then throw away the patches after use. Gently pat any remaining serum into your skin. These cruelty-free eye gel masks are also great to use whenever you need a quick fix (aka post hangover or after a night of no sleep).

Key ingredients for dark circles
✓ Peptides
✓ Jojoba Seed Oil
✓ Glycerin

Certified: paraben-free, sulfate-free, phthalate-free, cruelty-free, vegan

Price: $$

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