Bright Start Retinol Alternative Brightening Eye Cream

What it is: A potent eye cream—powered by a plant-based retinol alternative—that’s clinically shown to visibly brighten, hydrate, smooth, and depuff while prepping skin for concealer.

Skin Type: Normal, Dry, Combination, and Oily

Skincare Concerns: Fine Lines and Wrinkles, Dark Circles, and Puffiness

Formulation: Cream

Highlighted Ingredients:

- Sea Fennel Extract: Is a plant-based retinol alternative that visibly brightens, firms, and smooths skin.

- Upcycled Avocado Extract: Visibly reduces dark circles and puffiness.

- Caffeine and Peptides: Depuff and revive the look of tired eyes.

Ingredient Callouts: This product is vegan and cruelty-free.

What Else You Need to Know: Slow down your morning ritual and visibly awaken your eyes with a retinol-alternative-powered cream clinically shown to reduce the look of dark circles, puffiness, and wrinkles. The cooling ceramic tip works as a massage tool, while sheer pearl illuminates for a softly brightened look. The formula’s lightweight texture layers well under makeup as well.

Clinical Results: In a 6-week instrumental study of 30 women (ages 39 to 65):

- The formula hydrated skin and reduced dark circles

In a 4-week clinical study of 52 women (ages 39 to 65):

- 100% said concealer applied more smoothly

In a 6-week clinical study of 52 women (ages 39 to 65):

- 93% said under-eyes felt smoother

- 91% said under-eyes were brightened

This product is an Allure Best of Beauty award winner.

CLEAN at Sephora is our commitment to offering formulas that go beyond regulatory standards to avoid controversial ingredients without sacrificing on effectiveness.