Paula's Choice C5 Super Boost Eye Cream 0.5 fl oz — 5% Vitamin C, Hyaluronic Acid & Peptides for Dark Circles & Fine Lines

Paula's Choice C5 Super Boost Eye Cream is a concentrated, fragrance-free eye treatment with 5% stabilized vitamin C, hyaluronic acid, and peptides designed to reduce dark circles, hydrate, and smooth fine lines.

This lightweight, fast-absorbing eye cream combines a clinically proven 5% vitamin C complex with zerumbone, hyaluronic acid, and reparative peptides to address common under-eye concerns like discoloration, dullness, dehydration, and loss of firmness. Packaged in an opaque, air-tight container to protect sensitive actives, the formula is fragrance-free and formulated for all skin types, including sensitive skin.

How does this eye cream reduce dark circles and discoloration?

The formula uses a stabilized 5% concentration of pure vitamin C together with zerumbone, an antioxidant derived from ginger, to target uneven pigment and dull under-eye tone. Vitamin C helps brighten skin appearance while antioxidants protect against environmental stressors that contribute to visible discoloration.

• Clinically backed 5% pure vitamin C concentration for brightness.
• Zerumbone antioxidant supports pigment correction and radiance.
• Lightweight blend that layers under concealer without pilling.

Will it help with fine lines, crow’s feet, and loss of firmness?

Yes — peptides in the formula stimulate the skin’s repair pathways and support collagen production, while hyaluronic acid draws in moisture to plump delicate under-eye skin. Together these ingredients smooth the appearance of fine lines and improve skin elasticity over continued use.

• Reparative peptides encourage firmer-looking skin around the eyes.
• Hyaluronic acid provides immediate hydration and long-lasting plumpness.
• Consistent application reduces the look of crow’s feet and crepiness.

How is the potency of vitamin C preserved in this product?

The cream is housed in an air-tight, opaque dispensing system that keeps sensitive ingredients away from light and oxygen, which can degrade vitamin C over time. This packaging ensures each pump delivers stable, effective concentrations from the first use through the last.

• Opaque container minimizes light exposure to actives.
• Air-tight delivery prevents oxidation and preserves efficacy.
• Stable formulation maintains consistent performance across uses.

Is this suitable for sensitive skin and daily use under makeup?

Formulated without fragrance and rigorously tested for tolerance, the lightweight texture absorbs quickly and layers comfortably under moisturizer, sunscreen, and makeup. It’s designed to be non-irritating for most skin types, including sensitive, while still delivering active benefits.

• Fragrance-free and gentle for sensitive under-eye skin.
• Fast absorption that won’t interfere with skincare or cosmetics.
• Appropriate for daily morning and evening routines.

Who is this for: Paula's Choice C5 Super Boost Eye Cream is ideal for anyone looking to brighten the under-eye area, target mild to moderate discoloration, add hydration, and smooth early signs of aging without fragrance. It suits people with combination, oily, dry, normal, or sensitive skin who want a science-based, multitasking eye treatment that layers well under makeup and sunscreen.

Ingredients

Water/Aqua/Eau, Dicaprylyl Carbonate, Glycerin, Triheptanoin, 3-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid, Ascorbyl Glucoside, Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, Arachidyl Alcohol, C13-16 Isoalkane, Cetearyl Alcohol, Butylene Glycol, Ascorbyl Palmitate, Tocopheryl Acetate, Bacillus Ferment, Oryza Sativa (Rice) Bran Extract, Cetearyl Olivate, Sorbitan Olivate, Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Extract, 1,2-Hexanediol, Sh-Polypeptide-121, Behenyl Alcohol, Propanediol, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Sodium Citrate, Tocopherol, Cetyl Alcohol, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter, Arachidyl Glucoside, Caprylyl Glycol, Sodium Metabisulfite, Ethylhexylglycerin, Hexylene Glycol, Sodium Phytate, Sorbitan Isostearate, Hyaluronic Acid, Rosmarinus Officinalis (Rosemary) Leaf Extract, Citric Acid, Sodium Sulfite, Zerumbone, Acetyl Hexapeptide-8, Phenoxyethanol