‘I’m a Dermatologist & Here’s Why I Love This Drugstore Eye Cream for Sensitive Skin’
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Finding an eye cream that actually works, doesn’t break the bank, and is lightweight enough to wear during the day under makeup isn’t easy—so we aren’t surprised that the Bubble Star Dew Hydrating Eye Cream is a favorite amongst shoppers. But this under-$20 eye cream isn’t just popular for its drugstore-esque price tag. Its formula includes one of the best moisturizing ingredients for all skin types, aka squalane, which is known for providing potent hydration without throwing off the skin’s barrier and sending oil production into overdrive.
How to Use Bubble Eye Cream: Applying your skincare formulas in order of weight can make a difference in the overall effects. Since the Bubble Eye Cream has a lightweight gel-cream texture, it’s a little too light to wear on top of your moisturizer and face oils. Instead, apply the cream after your serums and before any heavy moisturizers.
Size: 0.50 oz
Key Ingredients: Squalane, shea butter, anti-stress peptide, and plant extract blend
Best For: All skin types
What a Derm Thinks
“Squalane is a lightweight, stable oil derived from squalene, a natural lipid found in our skin,” says Dr. Asmi Berry, a board-certified dermatologist in Los Angeles. “It’s deeply hydrating, non-comedogenic [so it won’t clog your pores], and mimics the skin’s natural moisture barrier, making it an excellent emollient.”
Using an eye cream with squalane is a great way to add its moisturizing properties to the delicate under-eye area because it’s super gentle, strengthens the skin barrier, and—of course—is ultra-hydrating. “Unlike heavier oils, it won’t clog pores or feel greasy, making it perfect for the thin, sensitive skin around the eyes that’s prone to dryness and fine lines,” Dr. Berry adds.
Since it is so hydrating and doesn’t cause breakouts, Dr. Berry says squalane is safe for all skin types, including oily and acne-prone skin. It’s also soothing for sensitive skin and deeply hydrating for dry and mature skin, so it’s truly a multifaceted skincare ingredient. “It’s one of the few oils that works well across all skin types without causing irritation or breakouts.” Sold.
