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Very specific eye cream question

5 years ago
last modified: 5 years ago

I've used belif aqua bomb for years to soften my under-eye crepe. I'm running out so I'm on a quest to find my new undereye Holy Grail. I've tried many different things over the years but always come back to aqua bomb.

Is there anyone here who loved belif aqua bomb but switched to something different that they like even more?

If you never used aqua bomb and would like to plug your favorite cream for under under-eye crepe, feel free!

Comments (22)

  • 5 years ago

    That actually looks like a good product and one I had not tried. Since turning 70 (i am now 73) I have also been on a quest for a new eye cream. In doing so I also discovered that some cause milia, so do your research on ingredients. I had never had a problem with these, so now in my old age have to watch for anything containing parabens, liquid petroleums, mineral oils and some others that can clog sensitive eye pores. I tried a lot of inexpensive ones that seemed very good at first (Olay, L’Oreal) and a few other expensives ones that were just mediocre at helping with the crepey look. To me, this is often amplified with the application of corrector and concealer so I go pretty easy on this.

    I have settled on Bobbi Brown Vitamin Enriched Eye Base for day (an undereye moisturizer and primer) and Kiehl’s Midnight Recovery Eye for nighttime.

    I hope this helps.

    deegw thanked OutsidePlaying
  • 5 years ago

    A good friend in the healthcare industry who knows a lot about skincare products uses and recommends the Kiehl products. I'm not sure which eye cream she uses, but there's a good sale going on now at the Kiehl site. OutsidePlaying, the Midnight Recovery Eye is 40% off.

    deegw thanked Feathers11
  • 5 years ago
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    I came across this video recently which has piqued my interest. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KShv7WGQbxE&t=3s

    deegw thanked llitm
  • 5 years ago

    I love Emogene & Co Eye Serum. https://www.emogeneandco.com/product-page/refine-eye-serum?utm_source=IGShopping&utm_medium=Social





    Woman-owned company, small batch production, all natural ingredients. I use the eye serum, the revitalizing oil, the lip balm, the mask, and the lavendula soap. I dilute the lavendula soap and use it in a foamer. As often as I wash my hands, it really helps to keep them from getting too dry. In my next order, I’m adding the niacinimide serum.

    deegw thanked bbstx
  • deegw thanked Judi
  • 5 years ago

    I have heard many times that eye creams are not necessary, use the same cream you use for your face and save your money, unless of course you have money to burn, then burn away, its good for the economy.

    deegw thanked katrina_ellen
  • 5 years ago

    Its funny… i haven’t found an eye cream that doesn’t make my eyes water . I can use all my moisturizers up to my eyes wiithout irritation but under eye creams always make my eyes tear. what the heck?

    deegw thanked Anna Devane
  • 5 years ago
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    Dee, I also really like belif aqua bomb, but usually only buy it when I can get it at Costco. I also like ROC, which seems to smooth the crepey-ness. I haven't tried Kiehls.

    To address the question of whether or not eye creams are necessary.....I follow several board certified dermatologists online. Some are minimalists, like Dr. Dray, who say regular cream is good enough under your eyes. Others, like Dr. Ranella Hirsch, say it's a great option for people who have under eye concerns like dark circles or whatever. My own dermatologist is of the opinion that if they work for you and address your concerns, great. If not, don't use them.

    deegw thanked Bluebell66
  • 5 years ago
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    Bluebell, which ROC do you like for crepey-ness? I've tried some different ones, IIRC some versions didn't really make a difference and some irritated my eyes.

    After using the aqua bomb for a while my DD came home from college and asked me if I had my eyes done. That was all the evidence that I needed :)

  • 5 years ago

    @deegw that does it! I'm ordering the aqua bomb! Has anyone tried any of the other Belief products?

  • 5 years ago

    Me too! @deegw why are you looking to switch? Seriously.

    Is this the product and you are saying Costco has it?? On my way Wednesday hopefully.

    https://www.sephora.com/product/moisturizing-eye-bomb-P422905

  • 5 years ago
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    This is the one I use. I've been using it about 5 years, I'm not unhappy with it. I just wondered if there was some new thing that I was missing out on.

    https://www.sephora.com/product/the-true-cream-aqua-bomb-P394639?skuId=1686427&icid2=skugrid:p394639:product

    Sephora has an interesting Belif holiday gift set. This one has moisture bomb, not aqua bomb.

    https://www.sephora.com/product/belif-explosive-hydration-moisture-bomb-set-P477962?skuId=2500197&icid2=skugrid:p477962:product

    https://www.allure.com/sponsored/story/how-to-choose-the-right-belif-moisturizer-for-your-skin

    Also, I'm not a paid spokesperson! :)

  • 5 years ago

    thanks. didn't see your reply last night. I hate when there are choices! So you use the aqua bomb in the white container on your eyes which is what prompted your daughter to ask if you had your eyes done??? (again that combo set looks wonderful but I don't do well with to many options...it confuses me terribly and I end up with nothing).

  • 5 years ago

    Salonva, Costco doesn't currently appear to have any Belif products. But if you try it from Sephora or wherever and like it, check the Costco web site and the area of the store they sell that stuff in occasionally and it might pop up again.

  • 5 years ago

    salonva, I use the aqua bomb. There is a small size for $22, it's slightly more expensive per ml but, to me, $22 still feels like less of a financial gamble than $38. Also, a little goes a long way so you'll still be able to get a good idea if it works for you.

  • 5 years ago

    @deegw the one you show is not an eye cream? Is this what you use on your eyes, all over your face, what??? I'm ordering today!

  • 5 years ago
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    Tina, it's meant for all over but I just use it under my eyes. I have other face creams that are much less expensive which work fine on the rest of my face. It's just that thin crepey skin under my eyes that apparently needs the more expensive stuff.

  • 5 years ago

    Gotcha! I'm not sure which I want to order! I don't think their prices are bad and there are a couple of kits on Amazon so maybe I'll do that. Thanks for the info!

  • 5 years ago

    Bluebell, I'm also interested in which ROC product you like for your eyes.

  • 5 years ago

    Following

  • 5 years ago
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    When I saw that there was a new post on this thread I was hoping that Bluebell had come back to tell us which ROC product she used.😕