How to Care for Eyelids Without Irritation

Treat eyelids like the delicate skin they are with gentle cleansing, minimal products, and careful ingredient selection.

1. Cleanse gently. Use a dedicated eye makeup remover or micellar water on a cotton pad, pressing gently against closed lids for a few seconds before wiping away. Never rub or tug—the skin here is ten times thinner than your face.
2. Moisturize minimally. Apply a thin layer of eye cream or facial moisturizer to the orbital bone only, avoiding the lash line and waterline. Pat with your ring finger using the lightest pressure possible.
3. Protect religiously. Apply SPF to eyelids every morning, extending from brow bone to lash line. Use a gentle mineral sunscreen or one specifically formulated for the eye area to prevent stinging.