Our Founder
Meet Adele Jefferies, Optometrist & Founder of Elin Eyes
Adele Jefferies is an optometrist with over 20 years of experience dedicated to improving the eye health of New Zealanders. Witnessing a dramatic rise in dry eye disease and ocular surface conditions, Adele became increasingly concerned about the impact of beauty and skincare products on eye health. She saw firsthand how many patients felt they had to compromise their eye health to achieve their desired aesthetic, or didn’t feel their best because of dry, irritated eyes, and she believed there had to be a better way. This passion for providing a solution led her to create Elin Eyes.
As she understands Lid Hygiene is important for many, the product range has started with Lid and Lash Cleansers – eyelid hygiene is a pillar of Dry Eye Management but can also benefit contact lens comfort, lash length and appearance, and overall how the eyes look and feel.
Adele’s vision was to offer clean, natural, and effective eye care products that eliminate the need to choose between looking great and feeling comfortable. Drawing on her clinical expertise and commitment to evidence-based care, she collaborated with leading chemists to develop formulations that nourish, cleanse, and protect the delicate skin around the eyes, without compromising health. Elin Eyes reflects Adele’s dedication to blending beauty with wellness, offering products that support clear, comfortable, and healthy eyes.
Why Elin Eyes?
Dry eyes and irritation are becoming increasingly common, particularly among women. Many beauty products contain harsh chemicals that can harm the delicate skin around the eyes or disrupt the glands responsible for keeping them moisturised. Adele has treated countless patients impacted by these issues and wanted to provide an alternative that was both safe and effective.
With Elin Eyes, Adele has created a range of New Zealand-made products that not only cleanse the lids and lashes but won’t strip moisture from the skin, won’t clog pores and provide antioxidant, anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial properties. Future evidence-based products will help people achieve clear, comfortable, healthy and beautiful eyes.
She also wanted to make the “process” of lid hygiene more appealing by designing aesthetically pleasing products—something you’d want to display in your bathroom, encouraging daily use.
The Elin Eyes Difference
Unique Formulations – Every ingredient is considered when being added to our range. Elin Eyes formulas are the result of collaboration between industry-leading chemists and eye care professionals, blending expert knowledge to create effective, safe, and gentle solutions for the eyes, eyelids, and lashes.
Clean, Natural Ingredients - Free from harsh chemicals and irritants, the range is powered by plant-based, organic components that support eye health without compromising aesthetics.
Beauty Meets Health - The range is designed to enhance the appearance of lids and lashes while supporting their long-term function and comfort.
Proudly New Zealand-Made - Reflecting the country’s clean, green ethos, all products are manufactured with advanced technology in New Zealand to ensure the highest quality.
Free from Harmful Additives: Elin Eyes excludes ingredients known to negatively impact eye health, such as sulfates, parabens, formaldehyde, and fragrances, ensuring the products are suitable for even the most sensitive eyes.