# Slow-Release Eye Creams The Inkey List's Gentle Retinol Eye Cream Supports a Delicate Area By Laura McQuarrie | Published 2020-03-26 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/retinol-eye-cream References: [glamourmagazine](https://www.glamourmagazine.co.uk/gallery/retinol-sensitive-skin) & [theinkeylist](https://www.theinkeylist.com/) Skincare products with retinol are commonly used to target the top signs of eye aging like puffiness, dark circles and wrinkles and [The Inkey List](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/retinoid-collection) created a gentle Retinol Eye Cream of its own with an innovative formula. Although some people find it's best to avoid products with retinol because they may experience sensitivity or irritation, The Inkey List notes that its Retinol Eye Cream is formulated for all. According to the brand, "The Inkey List Retinol Eye Cream offers an alternative to traditionally irritating retinoids: a ground-breaking slow-release formula plus rich but lightweight oils so it’s gentle enough to use around the eyes." As retinol, a Vitamin A derivative, is known for its ability to brighten skin and stimulate the production of collagen, this [gentle eye cream](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/beauty-pies-youthbomb) offers the benefits of the powerful anti-aging ingredient in a safe and approachable way. Image Credit: The Inkey List ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.6/10 - Popularity: 22% | Activity: 18% | Freshness: 9% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Cosmetics](https://www.trendhunter.com/cosmetics) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Slow-release Eye Creams:** The slow-release formula in eye creams offers a gentle and effective way to target signs of aging around the eyes. ### Where This Applies - **Skincare:** The skincare industry can benefit from integrating slow-release technology into eye creams to provide safer and more effective anti-aging solutions. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Plumping Retinol Eye Creams](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/plumping-retinol-eye-creams.md) - [Anti-Irritation Retinol Skincare](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/first-aid-beauty-1.md) - [Nighttime Anti-Wrinkle Retinols](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sleepwrinkle-retinol.md) - [Nourishing Nighttime Eye Serums](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jet-lag-overnight-eye-serum.md) - [Anti-Aging Eye Creams](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/skin-renewing-eye-cream.md) - [Encapsulated Retinoid Skincare](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/retinoid-collection.md) - [Prescription-Strength Eye Treatments](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/eye-formula.md) - [Triple-Strength Retinol Eye Serums](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/goop-3x-retinol-eye-lift-serum.md) - [Vitamin-Powered Eye Creams](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/skin-renewing-vitamin-c-eye-cream.md)