When it comes to your face, the one place everyone looks at and notices is your eyes. If you want to look vibrant, youthful and well-rested, you'll want to take care of the delicate skin around your eyes. Did you know, the skin around your eyes can be as much as ten times thinner than the rest of your face? And, unfortunately, this area is the first to show all the stress we put ourselves under.

According to Manhattan dermatologist Dr. Paul Jarrod Frank, guys rarely complain about “looking old”. They worry about looking tired and dull. And nothing makes you look as unhealthy or rundown as dark, puffy or saggy eyes. Fine lines show up as a result of the skin losing elasticity due to both natural aging or regular UV damage. Obviously, a healthy lifestyle (along with regular sunscreen and some dark sunglasses) goes a long way in preventing damage to your skin. Dark circles can be caused by a slew of things: from lack of sleep to hyperpigmentation or vascular issues that expose the blood vessels behind the delicate skin of the under-eye area, causing them to look darker.

But consistent use of a proper eye cream—products specifically formulated for the skin around the eyes—will ensure you stay looking your best. The good news is that there are a ton out there now. The bad news is knowing which ones are actually worth using—and live up to their claims—can be tricky. But we've tested a myriad of tubes and tiny jars to bring you the best ones for your needs (and budget).