DermaQuest RiQ Retinol Eye 7,4ml

Retinaldehyde eye serum with caffeine and ceramides

The skin around the eye is thinner, more mobile, and has fewer sebaceous glands than the rest of the face. As a result, the eye area is often the first place where fine lines, dryness, and loss of firmness become visible. At the same time, it is also the area where regular retinol serums often prove too harsh: irritation, flaking, and swelling are much more likely here.

The DermaQuest RiQ Retinol Eye is specially formulated for this sensitive area. With microencapsulated retinaldehyde, caffeine against puffiness and dark circles, and a trio of ceramides to support the skin barrier, the eye area receives targeted care without the typical retinoid side effects. The result is a more open, brighter, and firmer eye after consistent use.

Benefits

• Reduces the visibility of fine lines and crow’s feet around the eye
• Fades dark circles and helps reduce puffiness through improved microcirculation
• Strengthens the thin skin of the eye area with ceramides and peptides
• Provides a lifting effect on the upper eyelids and firmer skin under the eye
• Intensively hydrates without feeling heavy or greasy on the sensitive area
• Suitable for all skin types, including the sensitive skin around the eye

Active ingredients

Hydroxyzome Retinaldehyde 0.05%: Retinaldehyde is a form of vitamin A that requires only one conversion step before the skin can use it. Microencapsulation via hydroxysomes ensures a delayed, controlled release, which is essential for the delicate skin of the eye area. This form provides retinoid effects with significantly less risk of irritation than classic retinol.

Caffeine: A vasoconstrictor that improves microcirculation around the eye, thereby reducing the visibility of puffiness and dark circles. Caffeine also acts as an antioxidant and has a firming effect on the upper skin layers, making the eye look immediately more refreshed.

Ceramide NP, AP, and EOP: Three different ceramides that together strengthen the skin barrier of the eye area. They retain moisture in the skin, protect against external irritants, and compensate for the lack of natural sebum in this zone. For an eye area that often feels dry or tight, ceramides are essential.

Cholesterol & Phytosphingosine: Alongside ceramides, these are the other two building blocks of the skin barrier. Together they form the so-called lipid matrix that makes the skin waterproof. In the eye area — where the barrier is naturally thinner — this combination works on repair at the molecular level.

Escin: An active ingredient from horse chestnut seed that has anti-inflammatory effects and stimulates circulation. For puffiness caused by fluid retention, escin helps improve drainage, visibly reducing morning puffiness.

Collagen Amino Acids & Sodium Hyaluronate: Amino acids that provide the skin with the building blocks for its own collagen production, combined with hyaluronic acid that attracts and retains moisture. This combination visibly plumps fine lines and smooths the eye contour.

Avocado Oil & Sweet Almond Oil: Two nourishing plant oils that keep the delicate skin around the eyes supple without clogging pores. Avocado oil is rich in vitamin E and omegas, almond oil soothes and softens.

Allosteris: A patented retinoid booster that enhances the effect of retinaldehyde without extra stress on the skin. This keeps the concentration low enough for the sensitive eye area while maintaining visible results.

How to use

1. Use the eye serum only in the evening as part of your nighttime routine
2. Cleanse the face and eye area thoroughly
3. Dispense a rice grain-sized amount on the ring finger and warm the serum briefly between the fingertips
4. Tap the product gently around the eye socket, on the upper eyelid, and under the eye up to the temple
5. Avoid direct contact with the eye itself and the lash line
6. Always use sun protection with SPF 30 or higher on the entire face including the eye area in the morning

Suitable for

• First fine lines and crow’s feet around the eyes
• Dehydrated or dull skin in the eye contour
• Dark circles and puffiness in the morning
• Loss of firmness on the upper eyelid and under the eye
• Sensitive skin that cannot tolerate classic retinol around the eyes
• Experienced retinol users who want to extend their routine to the eye area
• Not suitable during pregnancy, breastfeeding, or with active eye irritation

Frequently asked questions

Can I combine this eye serum with my RiQ Retinol face serum?

Yes, you can use both products in the same evening routine. Apply the eye serum first and wait a few minutes for it to absorb before applying the face serum. Avoid overlap on the eye contour, as face serums are usually too strong for this delicate area.

How quickly will I see results on dark circles and puffiness?

Caffeine works directly on microcirculation and visibly refreshes the eye area within a few days in the morning. For structural improvement of fine lines and firmness, expect four to eight weeks of consistent use. Dark circles caused by pigment rather than circulation respond more slowly.

Is this serum suitable for those who have never used retinol before?

Yes, this formula is mild enough to serve as an introduction to retinoids in the eye area. The low concentration of retinaldehyde in microencapsulation, combined with ceramides and soothing botanicals, makes this eye serum suitable for sensitive skin and for those using vitamin A around the eyes for the first time.