SPF Eye Cream: How to Protect the Most Delicate Skin on Your Face

You’ve heard us talk about the importance of wearing SPF daily, but if you’re skipping the area under your eyes, you’re missing one Very Important Place. The skin here is thinner and more delicate than the rest of your face, which can make it more prone to UV damage, signs of aging and hyperpigmentation that can lead to dark circles. In fact, 5–10% of skin cancers occur around the eyes, according to the NIH. That’s where SPF eye cream comes in.

An eye-specific SPF is designed to protect this fragile area, and may also address concerns like puffiness. In this post, you’ll learn what to look for in a sunscreen that’s safe for your eye area, how SPF eye creams fit into your routine, and why we formulated Bright-Eyed Mineral Eye Cream SPF 40.

What to Look for in an SPF Eye Cream

The right undereye sunscreen can do more than just guard against UV rays. It can work with your skin and fit seamlessly into your daily routine. Here’s what to keep an eye out for:

Broad Spectrum SPF 30+ Protection

Look for a broad spectrum sunscreen. This means it protects against both UVA rays (the ones linked to aging) and UVB rays (the ones that cause sunburns). The American Academy of Dermatologists recommends SPF 30 or higher for everyday wear, including around your eyes.

Skin Compatability

A great undereye sunscreen should suit your skin type, whether you’re oily, dry, combination, or sensitive. Mineral formulas can be a great choice because they sit on top of the skin, which can make them less likely to cause irritation and ideal for the sensitive skin around your eyes

Finish

You want something that blends in smoothly. An eye-specific SPF with a tint can help it blend into the skin without looking heavy or chalky, and a smooth texture means it won’t mess with the rest of your skincare or makeup.

Benefits Beyond SPF Protection

Sun protection is essential, but if your eye cream can also help with puffiness or dark circles, that’s even better. Look for multi-tasking products with ingredients that support your skin.

4 Benefits of Bright-Eyed Mineral Eye Cream SPF 40

Bright-Eyed Mineral Eye Cream SPF 40 was designed with the eye area in mind, from texture and tint to mineral-based sun protection. It’s everything you want in a daytime eye cream: gentle, effective, and easy to fit into your routine

Mineral SPF 40 Protection

Bright-Eyed uses zinc oxide to provide broad spectrum SPF 40 protection in a mineral formula that’s recommended for all skin types, including sensitive skin. It’s specifically made for the thin, delicate skin around the eyes.

Gives You a Morning Boost

Fake 10 hours of sleep with Bright-Eyed! This formula helps visibly reduce puffiness while a blend of caffeine, probiotics, and pomegranate helps brighten tired undereyes.

Helps Filter Blue Light from Screens and the Sun

Your skin doesn’t just get light exposure from the sun — screens count, too. Bright-Eyed is formulated to help filter blue light, which can contribute to skin stress and signs of aging, according to the Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology.

Blendable Pink Tint

The subtle pink tint was designed to help counteract dark circles and brighten the look of undereyes. It blends easily into most skin tones and layers well under makeup.

How to Incorporate SPF Eye Cream Into Your Routine

Using an SPF eye cream is easy; just treat it like any other step in your morning routine.

Cleanse your face and apply your go-to moisturizer.
Apply Bright-Eyed generously and evenly around your eye area, gently blending in with your ring finger.
Wait 30 seconds to let it fully absorb before applying the rest of your skincare or makeup.

Don’t Sleep on SPF for Your Under-Eyes

Protecting the skin under your eyes is a great way to prepare for the day ahead, and the right SPF eye cream can help correct a poor night’s sleep. Bright-Eyed is an easy morning step that does a lot in return: shielding against UV rays, helping with puffiness, and brightening things up while it’s at it.