Skincare · Creams
Eye Cream
A small, high-margin product where the applicator matters as much as the formula. The cooling metal tip that most Korean eye creams use delivers the immediate depuffing sensation consumers judge the product by, while peptides and adenosine carry the longer-term claim.
Production terms are confirmed directly with the matched manufacturer.
Available directions
Formulation directions this product type can be developed in. Pick one during your request, or ask us to advise during matching.
Firming
Multi-peptide complexes for fine lines where skin is thinnest and shows change first.
Retinal
Encapsulated retinal at eye-safe levels for renewal without irritation.
Barrier-support
Ceramide-led for the thin, easily compromised skin around the eye.
Brightening
Niacinamide and vitamin C derivatives for under-eye shadowing.
Intensive nourishment
Richer occlusive base for mature and very dry skin, used overnight.
Key ingredient options
Peptide complex
The firming backbone for fine lines around the eye.
Caffeine
Targets puffiness, the most visible short-term result in this category.
Adenosine
Korea's MFDS-recognized functional wrinkle active, giving anti-wrinkle claims a documented basis.
What makes it work
- The applicator is half the product. A cooling metal tip delivers the immediate depuffing sensation consumers judge it by.
- Fragrance-free is effectively mandatory, since the eye area tolerates fragrance poorly.
- Small fill volumes mean lower material cost per unit, supporting strong margins in a premium-priced category.
Texture & format
Rich but fast-absorbing cream in a small format, often with a cooling metal applicator tip.
Frequently asked
Does an eye cream need a metal applicator?
Not technically, but it drives perceived value. The cooling tip produces an immediate depuffing sensation that consumers associate with the product working.
Can retinal be used around the eye?
Yes at controlled levels with encapsulation, which is how Korean labs deliver retinoid renewal to the eye area without the irritation free retinol would cause.
