Should Eye Cream be Applied Before or After a Face Serum?

If you are wondering if your eye cream should be applied before or after a face serum then this is a common question, and one that we will answer below. Before we start we should say that there are lots of different opinions on this, and we are explaining how we feel our Eye Cream Complex is best used alongside our natural anti-ageing face products collection.

Should Eye Cream be Applied Before or After a Face Serum?

At Nakin we usually recommend applying eye cream before our serum, as our under eye area near the upper cheek can be really susceptible to lines and wrinkles. The skin beneath the eyes, particularly around the upper cheekbone, is highly delicate and so more susceptible to fine lines and wrinkles. This vulnerability stems from its thinner composition and frequent exposure to external elements such as sunlight. As a result, the area is often one of the first to show signs of ageing. However, with the right skincare routine and habits, we can effectively reduce these visible signs and maintain a youthful appearance.

Using a good eye product like our Eye Cream Complex will help as it contains so many actives and extracts to help with lines, hydration and skin nourishment. Better still it is a natural product and so is kind to skin around the eyes. It can be used before our Performance Face Serum to give an excellent anti-ageing treatment to the face and neck.

There will naturally be some overlap in the product application of the eye cream and the serum, and this gives a double whammy of boosting ingredients to an area of the face that is really susceptible to lines and wrinkles.

Applying eye cream before face serum in your skincare routine can enhance the effectiveness of both products. The delicate skin around the eyes is thinner and more sensitive than the rest of the face, so it requires specialised care. By applying eye cream first, you create a protective barrier that ensures the potent ingredients in your face serum do not overwhelm or irritate this sensitive area. Additionally, this step allows the eye cream to directly target concerns like fine lines, puffiness, or dark circles without interference, optimising its benefits. Following up with a face serum then provides additional care to this area, plus addresses the needs of the rest of your skin, ensuring a balanced and effective skincare regimen.

One of the key steps in preventing and reducing fine lines and wrinkles around the eyes is to protect this delicate area from harmful UV rays. This can be achieved by incorporating sunscreen into your daily skincare routine. Look for broad-spectrum sunscreens with at least SPF 30 that provide protection against both UVA and UVB rays.

Another key factor in preventing and reducing fine lines and wrinkles around the eyes is to avoid harsh rubbing or tugging on this delicate area. When applying skincare products or removing makeup, use gentle patting motions instead of harsh rubbing. This will help minimise any potential damage to the skin's elasticity and prevent premature ageing.