#1Best overall
Rated 4.8 out of 5 from 2,628 reviews
cruelty-free
- cruelty-free
Best Eye Creams UK 2026
The skin around the eyes is thinner than anywhere else on the face and has no oil glands of its own, which is why an eye cream succeeds or fails on a different test to a face serum: does it sit invisibly under concealer without creasing into fine lines by lunchtime, and does it avoid stinging skin that reacts faster than the rest of the face. This ranking orders every eye cream we track on Amazon UK by customer rating weighted against review volume, so three enthusiastic reviews cannot outscore three thousand consistent ones. We have not tested these eye creams ourselves; the order reflects Amazon UK customer data rather than a lab or panel comparison. The range here runs from £8.44 to £20.81, and spans both pharmacy staples such as Nivea and Neutrogena and treatment-led brands such as The Ordinary and COSRX, so price is not the main variable worth reading past — texture and how a formula behaves under makeup are.
Ranked from 22 eye creams listed on Amazon UK. We do not physically test products — see “How we picked these” below.
How we picked these
We start from every eye creams listed on Amazon UK, then rank by a score that weights customer rating against how many people rated it — a 5.0 average from three reviewers cannot outrank a 4.6 average from three thousand, because a handful of ratings tells you very little on its own. The top 12 by that score make this list. We do not accept payment for placement or ranking, and we do not physically test products ourselves: everything above is drawn from listed Amazon UK product data and customer review data, refreshed periodically.
The ranking
Ranked #1 on this list, this is currently rated 4.8 out of 5 across 2,628 Amazon UK reviews. It is listed at £10.66. We have flagged it here as our "Best overall" pick, based on the criteria in the methodology below. That review count is high enough to trust the rating with reasonable confidence.
What we like
- Rated 4.8/5 by Amazon UK shoppers
- 2,628 customer reviews — more than most others on this list
- Listed feature: cruelty-free
Listed feature: cruelty-free
- #2Rated 4.6 out of 5 from 139 reviews
Sitting at #2, it holds a 4.6-star average from 139 customer reviews on Amazon UK. It is listed at £28.27.
What we like
- Rated 4.6/5 by Amazon UK shoppers
- 139 customer reviews — more than most others on this list
- #3Best for sensitive skinRated 4.6 out of 5 from 605 reviews
fragrance-free
- fragrance-free
This is our #3 pick, rated 4.6 out of 5 by 605 Amazon UK shoppers. It is listed at £9.98. We have flagged it here as our "Best for sensitive skin" pick, based on the criteria in the methodology below.
What we like
- Rated 4.6/5 by Amazon UK shoppers
- 605 customer reviews — more than most others on this list
- Listed feature: fragrance-free
Listed feature: fragrance-free
- #4Best budgetRated 4.5 out of 5 from 5,721 reviews
cruelty-free
- cruelty-free
- fragrance-free
Ranked #4 on this list, this is currently rated 4.5 out of 5 across 5,721 Amazon UK reviews. At £5.64, it is the most affordable option on this list. We have flagged it here as our "Best budget" pick, based on the criteria in the methodology below. That review count is high enough to trust the rating with reasonable confidence.
What we like
- Rated 4.5/5 by Amazon UK shoppers
- 5,721 customer reviews — more than most others on this list
- The most affordable option in this list
Listed feature: cruelty-free
- #5Fragrance-Free pickRated 4.2 out of 5 from 261 reviews
cruelty-free
- cruelty-free
- fragrance-free
Sitting at #5, it holds a 4.2-star average from 261 customer reviews on Amazon UK. It is listed at £15.36. We have flagged it here as our "Fragrance-Free pick" pick, based on the criteria in the methodology below.
What we like
- 261 customer reviews — more than most others on this list
- Listed feature: cruelty-free
What to consider
- A lower average rating (4.2/5) than most others on this list
Listed feature: cruelty-free
- #6Fragrance-Free pickRated 4.2 out of 5 from 93 reviews
vegan
- vegan
- cruelty-free
- fragrance-free
This is our #6 pick, rated 4.2 out of 5 by 93 Amazon UK shoppers. It is listed at £17.05. We have flagged it here as our "Fragrance-Free pick" pick, based on the criteria in the methodology below.
What we like
- Listed feature: vegan
What to consider
- Fewer reviews than most other picks here, so the rating carries a little less weight
- A lower average rating (4.2/5) than most others on this list
Listed feature: vegan
- #7Fragrance-Free pickRated 4.1 out of 5 from 275 reviews
vegan
- vegan
- fragrance-free
Ranked #7 on this list, this is currently rated 4.1 out of 5 across 275 Amazon UK reviews. It is listed at £20.85. We have flagged it here as our "Fragrance-Free pick" pick, based on the criteria in the methodology below.
What we like
- 275 customer reviews — more than most others on this list
- Listed feature: vegan
What to consider
- A lower average rating (4.1/5) than most others on this list
Listed feature: vegan
- #8Best for sensitive skinRated 4.8 out of 5 from 44 reviews
fragrance-free
- fragrance-free
Sitting at #8, it holds a 4.8-star average from 44 customer reviews on Amazon UK. It is listed at £8.84. We have flagged it here as our "Best for sensitive skin" pick, based on the criteria in the methodology below. That is a smaller review base than others on this list, so treat the rating with a little more caution.
What we like
- Rated 4.8/5 by Amazon UK shoppers
- Listed feature: fragrance-free
What to consider
- Fewer reviews than most other picks here, so the rating carries a little less weight
Listed feature: fragrance-free
- #9Cruelty-Free pickRated 4.9 out of 5 from 15 reviews
cruelty-free
- cruelty-free
This is our #9 pick, rated 4.9 out of 5 by 15 Amazon UK shoppers. At £34.26, it sits at the top of the price range covered here. We have flagged it here as our "Cruelty-Free pick" pick, based on the criteria in the methodology below. That is a smaller review base than others on this list, so treat the rating with a little more caution.
What we like
- Rated 4.9/5 by Amazon UK shoppers
- Listed feature: cruelty-free
What to consider
- Fewer reviews than most other picks here, so the rating carries a little less weight
- The most expensive option in this list
Listed feature: cruelty-free
#10Ranked #10 on this list, this pick does not yet have a published customer rating on Amazon UK. It is listed at £18.99.
#11Sitting at #11, this is a newer listing with no customer rating on Amazon UK yet. It is listed at £11.50.
What to consider
- Not consistently listed as in stock
#12This is our #12 pick — an Amazon UK listing that hasn't accumulated a customer rating yet. It is listed at £7.25.
Compare all 12 picks
| # | Product | Price | Rating | Reviews | Key feature |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | The Ordinary Radiance Eye Cream 50ml | £10.66 | Rated 4.8 out of 5 from 2,628 reviews | 2,628 | cruelty-free |
| 2 | Eucerin Eye Cream 250ml | £28.27 | Rated 4.6 out of 5 from 139 reviews | 139 | — |
| 3 | The Ordinary Hydrating Eye Cream 30ml | £9.98 | Rated 4.6 out of 5 from 605 reviews | 605 | fragrance-free |
| 4 | The Ordinary Eye Cream 15ml | £5.64 | Rated 4.5 out of 5 from 5,721 reviews | 5,721 | cruelty-free |
| 5 | CeraVe Eye Cream 250ml | £15.36 | Rated 4.2 out of 5 from 261 reviews | 261 | cruelty-free |
| 6 | CeraVe Eye Cream 250ml 15ml | £17.05 | Rated 4.2 out of 5 from 93 reviews | 93 | vegan |
| 7 | Beauty of Joseon Lightweight Eye Cream 15ml | £20.85 | Rated 4.1 out of 5 from 275 reviews | 275 | vegan |
| 8 | Simple Eye Cream 15ml | £8.84 | Rated 4.8 out of 5 from 44 reviews | 44 | fragrance-free |
| 9 | Eucerin Eye Cream 250ml 15ml | £34.26 | Rated 4.9 out of 5 from 15 reviews | 15 | cruelty-free |
| 10 | Eucerin Eye Cream 200ml | £18.99 | — | — | |
| 11 | Some By Mi Eye Cream 100ml | £11.50 | — | — | |
| 12 | Garnier Eye Cream 250ml | £7.25 | — | — |
What to look for
Creasing is a texture problem, not a rating one
A five-star average can still crease under concealer if the base is rich rather than fast-absorbing. Reviews that mention wearing the cream under makeup are more useful here than the star count alone, and a gel or lightweight lotion texture is generally the safer bet for daytime wear than a balm.
Caffeine and vitamin K target different concerns
These two ingredients address different visible issues from hydration alone: caffeine constricts and depuffs, vitamin K is generally reached for on visible discolouration under the eye. Neither is a substitute for sleep or hydration, but a formula naming one of them on the label is targeting a specific complaint rather than general dryness.
Retinol belongs in a lower strength near the eyes
The eye area tolerates retinol less well than the rest of the face, so an eye cream containing it is usually formulated at a gentler concentration than a dedicated retinol serum. Introducing it two or three nights a week rather than nightly reduces the chance of irritation while the skin adjusts.
Fragrance-free is worth prioritising here specifically
Stinging on application is one of the most common eye-cream complaints in reviews, and added fragrance is a frequent cause. Where a listing states fragrance-free, that is a checkable fact worth weighing more heavily for this category than for a body lotion, since the eye area reacts faster and more visibly than skin elsewhere.
Applicator style changes how much product goes on
A metal roller ball or wand tip cools on contact and encourages a thin, controlled amount; a tub eye cream applied with a fingertip is easy to over-apply, and more product does not mean better results this close to the eye. Reviews mentioning the applicator are worth reading alongside the rating.
Frequently asked questions
- Do I really need a separate eye cream, or will my moisturiser do?
- A standard face moisturiser is not necessarily wrong under the eyes, but it is usually formulated with actives and textures suited to thicker facial skin. An eye cream is generally lighter and more likely to be fragrance-free, which matters more here given how easily the eye area reacts.
- Does a high rating mean an eye cream won't crease under makeup?
- Not on its own. The star rating reflects overall satisfaction across everyone who bought it, not specifically how it behaves under concealer. Reviews mentioning makeup or creasing directly are a better guide to that specific question than the overall score.
- Have you tested these eye creams yourselves?
- No. This ranking is built from customer rating and review volume on Amazon UK. We do not apply or test cosmetic products ourselves; see our editorial policy for how listings are checked instead.
- Why do budget eye creams rank close to pricier ones here?
- Because the ranking reflects Amazon UK customer rating weighted by review volume, not price. Several of the best-reviewed eye creams in this list sit under £15, and the data does not show a strong link between price and rating in this category.
- Is retinol safe to use around the eyes every night?
- Not necessarily at the start. The eye area is more reactive than the rest of the face, so easing in two or three times a week and watching for irritation is the more cautious approach, even with a formula designed specifically for eye use.
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Last updated 8 August 2026. Prices and availability are accurate as of that date and are subject to change on Amazon.