Korean Eye Creams Are Elite—I Asked 3 Beauty Experts to Share Their Favorite Ones

Key Ingredients: Hyaluronic acid, caffeine, niacinamide, deep-sea algae

Targeted Concerns: Dryness, dark circles, puffiness

Camp recommends this hydrating eye cream. It uses hyaluronic acid to attract moisture and keep the skin soft, smooth, and plump. "In addition to caffeine, which constricts superficial blood vessels to lessen the appearance of dark circles, this lightweight, hydrating eye cream is made with niacinamide, hyaluronic acid, and deep-sea algae to brighten skin and reduce puffiness," he says.

Key Ingredients: Snail mucin, peptides, niacinamide

Targeted Concerns: Dryness, dark circles, puffiness, loss of elasticity

Snail mucin is a popular Korean skincare ingredient that offers a wide range of benefits, including hydration and anti-inflammatory, and antioxidant functions. It's suitable for all skin types—even sensitive skin. This eye cream contains a whopping 72% snail mucin, which is why it's your best bet if you want soft, smooth, and soothed skin. The addition of peptides and niacinamide gives it a firming and brightening effect.

Key Ingredients: Caffeine, Diglucosyl Gallic Acid, Korean herbal eye complex

Targeted Concerns: Dryness, dark circles, dark spots puffiness, under-eye bags

If dark circles and dark spots are your main concern, Yoon recommends her very own brightening formula—the Peach Lily Pure Radiance Brightening Eye Cream. It contains Diglucosyl Gallic Acid, which is a bio-tech ingredient that's activated by the skin's microbiome to target dullness, hyperpigmentation, and uneven skin tone. Last but not least, it also contains a Korean herbal eye complex. This blend of fruit and herbal extracts takes a holistic, 360° approach to eye-area skin enhancement.

Key Ingredients: Peptides, niacinamide, panthenol, various collagen-boosting ingredients

Targeted Concerns: Dryness, dark circles, fine lines, wrinkles, loss of firmness, loss of elasticity

For fine lines, wrinkles, and sagging skin, you can't get better than Neogen's V.Biome Advanced Eye Cream. It contains 10 (count 'em, 10!) types of peptides to firm, plump, and smooth the skin. "This is one of those rare multitaskers that actually delivers," Cho says. "It’s formulated with peptides, niacinamide, and collagen-boosting ingredients to hydrate, brighten, and firm—not just around the eyes but all over the face. I love how it absorbs quickly and layers well under makeup or SPF, making it perfect for busy mornings or travel."

Key Ingredients: Bakuchiol, black rice, bamboo shoot bark extract

Targeted Concerns: Dryness, dark circles, fine lines, wrinkles, loss of firmness, loss of elasticity

Cho loves this eye cream because it combines two effective ingredients—bakuchiol (a retinol alternative) and fermented black rice. Together, these ingredients target under-eye wrinkles and crow's feet, visibly smoothing the skin. "This is a beautiful option for anyone looking for a gentle alternative to retinol," she says. "It features bakuchiol and fermented black rice extract, which help smooth fine lines and improve elasticity without irritation—perfect for sensitive skin or first-time eye cream users."

Key Ingredients: Ginseng peptide, ginseng flower extract, retinol, squalane

Targeted Concerns: Dryness, dark circles, fine lines, wrinkles, loss of firmness, loss of elasticity

Both Yoon and Camp recommend this powerhouse eye cream. "To address crow’s feet, bags, and dark circles, this balmy, anti-aging, and luxe eye cream is formulated with retinol, squalane, and ginseng actives," Camp says.

Yoon agrees, saying, "The Sulwhasoo Concentrated Ginseng Rejuvenating Eye Cream includes a potent blend of ginseng and peptides to provide visible rejuvenation for the eye area, visibly targeting everything from fine lines to crow's feet to loss of firmness to undereye bags. It's a medium to heavier texture and ideal for those who appreciate a buttery texture that cocoons the eye area."

Key Ingredients: Bakuchiol, peach extract, niacinamide, superfood complex

Targeted Concerns: Dryness, dark circles, fine lines, wrinkles, loss of firmness, loss of elasticity

Retinoids are still the gold standard for anti-aging, but they can cause irritation on the delicate eye area. That's where Peach Lily's Pure Peach Retinoic Eye Cream comes in. Instead of harsh retinoids, it uses an alternative, plant-based ingredient, bakuchiol, to achieve similar results without irritation. "The Peach Lily Pure Peach Retinoic Eye Cream is a bestseller as it visibly prevents and reverses signs of aging while deeply hydrating the eye area without being heavy, thanks to powerhouse bakuchiol, niacinamide, beta carotene-rich super foods, peach extract, and bamboo," Yoon says. "It applies in a refreshing, fast-absorbing way, leaving refreshed, hydrated, and visibly smoother eyes."

Key Ingredients: Licorice water, licorice extract, peptides, antioxidants, caffeine

Targeted Concerns: Dryness, dark circles, dark spots, fine lines, wrinkles, loss of firmness, loss of elasticity, puffiness

Skincare lovers know that, often, eye cream can cause makeup to smear, pill, and feather, which is why many people only wear it at nighttime. If that's you, Cho recommends giving this eye cream a go. "This one is a hidden gem," she says. "It contains licorice root extract and peptides to target both hyperpigmentation and early signs of aging. It also sits beautifully under concealer, making it a great multitasker for brightening and hydrating throughout the day."

Key Ingredients: Ginseng extract, macadamia seed oil, niacinamide, retinal

Targeted Concerns: Dryness, dark circles, dark spots, fine lines, wrinkles, loss of firmness, loss of elasticity

Eye serums are essentially eye creams that have a lighter, more watery texture. Just like creams, they're often packed with effective active ingredients. Camp loves this one from the popular Korean brand, Beauty of Joseon. "Ginseng extract, macadamia seed oil, and niacinamide are combined with retinal, a more potent vitamin A derivative than retinol, to maintain the firmness and elasticity of eyelid skin," he says.

Key Ingredients: Peony, collagen complex, peptides, caffeine, niacinamide

Targeted Concerns: Dryness, dullness, fine lines, wrinkles, loss of firmness, loss of elasticity, puffiness

Last but not least, I'd be remiss if I didn't mention this gel-like eye mask from Laneige. Aptly named "Bouncy Firm," it uses a combination of peony extract, collagen, and peptides to firm the thin skin around the eyes, minimizing the appearance of lines. Plus, thanks to a cooling effect and the addition of caffeine, it tightens and de-puffs the skin on contact.