I raved about this product when it launched last spring and my feelings are just as strong," says Jasmine Phillips, Social Media Editor. "E.l.f.'s Halo Glow Liquid Filter offers lightweight coverage that is perfect for warmer temps. I typically wear this alone for a your-skin-but-better look but it can also be worn under foundation for an extra complexion boost." After just one week of using this eye cream, you’ll notice the skin under your eyes is more supple and soft. For the best results, we suggest using it two to three times a week to start, so your skin can adequately build up a tolerance to the retinol. Once your skin is comfortable with it, you can use it up to five or six times a week. Whether your facial anatomy makes dark circles more noticeable or you have a family history of dark circles (also known as periorbital hyperpigmentation), genetic factors can contribute to the appearance of your skin. Allergies What we especially love about this product is that it works well with all skin types. Even though the formula itself is rich, it doesn’t make the under-eye area feel greasy or oily. It’s also ideal for aging skin, since it can help to reduce the appearance of fine lines and crow's feet. We do wish it came in a different container, or a better pump as it tends to get jammed with continued use.

vitamin C complex, 8-peptide blend, cucumber, superoxide dismutase, hesperidin methyl chalcone, ubiquinone, vitamin E According to King, “Puffy under-eye bags can either be from fluid or a fat pad.” If you notice that the puffiness is worse in the morning and better by evening, then your eye bags are most likely the result of fluid buildup — and in that case her advice is to “drink more water, eat less salt, and sleep propped up on a couple of pillows,” so fluid does not collect in the under-eye area. She also suggests using an eye cream containing caffeine, since it constricts blood vessels and can prevent fluid from accumulating. Several of the dermatologists we spoke to were in agreement that caffeine is the No. 1 ingredient to look for if you want to tighten bags and reduce puffiness. Doyle likes this one from SkinBetter, which contains green coffee, algae, and sodium hyaluronate, an extraction of hyaluronic acid. “This is a caffeine-based eye serum that is used to instantly tighten the delicate skin around the eyes, reducing bags and puffiness,” says Doyle. If you live with allergies, you may notice your sniffles come with a side of dark circles. You can think of these dark circles as allergic shiners brought on by seasonal allergies, according to Mraz Robinson.According to Ilyas, the longer the fluid sits there, the more likely it may change the texture of skin on your face. Make sure you’re drinking plenty of water throughout the day and make an effort to eat balanced meals full of vitamins and minerals. Always remember that what you put into your body is just as important for skin health as the products you put on it,” he says. Medical treatments for under-eye circles

As we age, the collagen and elastin in our skin break down, which makes our skin thinner and more translucent to the vascular structures below,” Mraz Robinson explains. Many people will note that their skin starts to look like the peel of an orange or the bags under their eyes seem more prominent,” Ilyas says.Ah, dark circles. This under-eye discoloration ultimately (and annoyingly) boils down to things you can’t control, i.e., genetics. Not to mention that, because the skin under and around your eyes is thinner than on the rest of your face, the area is more prone to signs of aging like wrinkles, fine lines, puffiness, and, you guessed it, discoloration, says Dr. Marina Peredo, a board-certified dermatologist in New York City. No. An eye cream may help momentarily lighten and brighten the skin under the eyes, but it won’t cure dark circles. Dark circles primarily develop from allergies, genetics, or lifestyle factors, such as not getting enough sleep. Do creams for dark circles really work? Your eye cream of choice should be applied as one of the final steps of your skincare routine: after you cleanse, tone and add any serums to your skin, but before you apply your moisturiser. How do I apply an eye cream for puffy eyes? Treatment for dark eye circles depends on the underlying cause, but a few home remedies could make a difference. Some of the more common methods include: This hydrating eye cream features a blend of caffeine and peptides that work in tandem to reduce puffiness and dark under-eye circles.​