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Is Fundamental Nourishing Eye Butter Right for You? Who It’s For — and Who Should Skip It

Here's an honest look at the Fundamental Nourishing Eye Butter. What it is, in one minute A soft, butter-like eye cream that cushions dry-feeling skin around the eyes. What's inside: sunflower seed oil, betaine, panthenol, sodium hyaluronate, adenosine, niacinamide, caffeine and a peptide group (copper tripeptide-1, oligopeptide-29 and -32, acetyl hexapeptide-8). No fragrance or essential oils on the ingredient list. Size and PAO: 20 g; 12 months after opening. It's a good fit if… The skin around your eyes feels dry or tight, especially in winter. You want a richer night eye step for skin that looks crepey (see caring for crepey-looking skin). You prefer a cushioned finish to a fast-absorbing gel. Skip it — or pair it — if… You want a light, cooling morning step under concealer — the Fundamental Eye Awakening Gel fits better (see eye gel vs eye butter). You're prone to small white bumps (milia) around the eyes with rich creams — use a very small amount or a gel. You want a big de-puffing effect — a cooling eye patch is more targeted. How to use it Take a rice-grain amount per eye. Warm it on your ring finger and tap it along the orbital bone. Use at night, or in the morning if your eyes feel dry, before moisturizer. FAQ Is Fundamental Nourishing Eye Butter good for dry under-eyes? Yes — its rich, butter-like texture is designed to cushion dry-feeling skin around the eyes. Can I use it in the morning? Yes, a small amount. If it feels too rich under concealer, use the eye gel in the morning instead. Is it fragrance-free? There's no fragrance or essential oil on its ingredient list. How long does it last after opening? The period after opening is 12 months. Note: figures come from cosmetic clinical/consumer studies measuring the appearance and feel of skin. They are not medical claims; individual results vary; not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any condition. Always patch test.