Can this be used around the eyes and on eye lids?
2037259
AHA stands for Alpha Hydroxy Acid which means you should definitely NOT use it on your eyes. It causes a mild stinging sensation so if it gets in your eyes it will sting just like lemon or grapefruit juice would sting. The delicate skin of your eyelid doesn't need this, just use a really rich moisturizer instead. The AHA is for the rest of your face.
2037260
I would not use an AHA around the eyes or sensitive skin areas, but it is fine to use on other areas of the face.
2037261
NO! NADA! If you get it in the eyes it will work on those tender membranes as harshly as on the skin. Your skin can take that but your eyes cannot. I got a tiny bit in my eye when I rubbed my eye with my hands that had it on and it hurt! I flushed my eye AFTER washing the soufflé off my hands.
1552439
I don't use around eye area. I have very sensitive skin and don' want to take any chances.
1116880
Yes, if it is an eye cream that is used on the delicate areas around the eye, then it can certainly be used over the entire face. In fact, I often do that with my eye creams, although it can get expensive.
71653
Yes, it can be used under the eye and eyelids. If I spend the day mostly indoors only walking in and out from my car running errands, etc.; I only use the elta MD once in the morning. If I plan to be outside exposed to the sun, I always wear sunglasses and a hat. When spending time on the beach or working in the yard, attending a picnic... I reapply every 2 hours which my dermatologist strongly recommends. Always reapply after swimming. My dermatologist explained that Zinc is a total block and Ulta MD has micronized the zinc allowing it to absorb quickly and not paint you white. There is another Elta MD product available (Elta MD UV Spray Broad Spectrum SPF 46) which you may be interested in that is a spray on; great when your spending time outdoors. I hope my response was helpful.
980533
I personally use this product on my eye lids and have had not had any problems - think it would say under eye only if that were the case.
1232340
NO. not reccomended. When using this product some peeling of skin may occure, the skin under the eye is naturally thin, so if peeling happens in this area it may be very panefull.
2026923
No instructions specifically state not to use on eyelids. I would think laser passthru to the eyeball would not be beneficial.
684641
I have not used it on eyelids. Because of the high amount of citric it would probably irritate eyes.
1478090
this amazing cream can be used on eye lids and under makeup. It really works.
733551
I don't know, but I personally would not put anything this strong around the eyes. However, what I have used and found that helps reduce dark circles and puffiness under the eyes is "turmeric". I found this on a you tube video, and it also worked for me! Good luck!
1499886
Hello, we (my wife and I) use it under and around our eyes though that is the most sensitive skin on your face, I am sure you could use it else where as well.
1810529
This is a very light weight lotion, when I put it under my eyes and around the eye, I try to apply on my skin and not in my eye, but it would probably burn if you put it on your contact lens or in your eye, but if you apply to just the skin, and wash your hands before you put your contacts on, it will probably be ok, Im not a Opthalmologist or dermatologist so I am not giving a medical opinion.
2028331
This is one of the few eye creams that advertises that it can be used on eyelids as well as the lower eye area. I have been applying it to my eyelids and it seems to help tighten the skin and make my eyelids look smoother.
244326
I'm sure it could if applied very carefully so as to avoid the eye area. I have had better success with using a sunscreen stick on my children's face.
1576381
No, I don't know for sure. I haven not used it on upper eyelids. However, I assume that the product could stray into the eye itself if you put it on upper eyelids, and it could cause some irritation in your eye.
1667288
I wouldn't put it on my eyelid. It's basically acid. It would not be good if it got in your eye. You should consult your doctor something to use.
205728
No, I don't think so. It is very power-like and containing it in a small area like an eyebrow would be very difficult. Of course then to fix it in place you have to use the accompanying spray and that would not be good to use around your eyes.