NEW BUY: Biossance Squalane + Peptide Gel

~AG~
This is one of Biossance best-selling products, Biossance Squalane + Peptide Gel. Heard about this brand from my friend, Stephanie. This American brand that is popular for their clean products is not as known in Asia. Bought this product from Sephora USA for US$54 (S$74). Biossance Squalane + Peptide Gel is a lightweight eye gel that reduces the look of puffiness and dark circles. 

Cannot wait to try it and see whether it would reduce my dark circles. Follow me on the journey to find the best eye cream for dark circles. 

 

REVIEW: Drunk Elephant C-Tango Multivitamin Eye Cream

~AG~

I am so excited to try this highly rated Drunk Elephant C-Tango Multivitamin Eye Serum. Bought it from Sephora USA for US$64 (S$88) last June. Good news is Drunk Elephant products are available in Sephora Singapore now. If you have not heard of Drunk Elephant then you should check them out. The brand philosophy is to say "No to 6 Suspicious Ingredients" which are Essential Oils, Drying Alcohols, Silicones, Chemical Screens, Fragrances and SLS. Drunk Elephant is a clean skincare brand that pride its products with non-harmful ingredients to the body. 

This Eye Serum comes in an orange and white packaging. The packaging has a twist cap that pops the pump up when in use. Then you can twist down the pump when not in use. This innovative packaging is great for traveling since it prevents the pump from accidentally dispensing product. 

This Eye Serum contains 8 peptides, 5 forms of Vitamin C and cucumber extract to brighten and firm the eye area. This product has rave reviews to combat dark circles. Been using it for over two months, twice a day. On some days, I use Drunk Elephant eye cream with Mt. Lai Jade Facial Roller. The cooling properties of the Jade helps to soothe the eye area. 

So here are my thoughts. Drunk Elephant C-Tango Eye Cream is absorbed easily into the skin and does not leave any sticky feeling. The creamy texture keeps my undereyes area hydrated. My concealer goes well on top of Drunk Elephant Eye Cream. This C-Tango Eye Cream is suitable for my sensitive skin and did not trigger any milia. Yay! I tend to be wary of trying new eye cream or serum because my undereyes area is prone to milia. In regards to dark circles, my panda eyes are still there. I feel this Drunk Elephant can work well for preventative skin care rather than combat existing problems. 

It is one of the most expensive eye cream/serum that I have purchased. 15 ml for S$88. It will only last me 3 months or so. I might buy another bottle of Drunk Elephant C-Tango Eye Cream just to see whether there is any effect on my dark circles if I use it for a longer time. Overall, I am satisfied with the product but not the price. I supposed the expensive price tag is due to the clean ingredients Drunk Elephant uses. 

REVIEW: Petitfee Gold EGF Eye Patch

 ~AG~

Bought this Petitfee Gold EGF Eye Patch from StyleKorean.com. It costs USD 23.36 (S$30) for these hydrogel eye patches. A tub contains 60 eye patches and comes with a tiny spatula. You are supposed to finish using them within two months of opening it. The reason why I bought this eye patch is because of my severe dark circles and eye puffiness. Hopefully these hydrogel patches will help to relieve puffiness and my panda eyes.

As the name says it, Petitfee Gold EGF Eye Patch contains 24K GOLD, how luxurious! It also contains ginseng, bird's nest, collagen, aloe vera and rose flower water. These beneficial ingredients are supposed to make your eyes area moisturised and glowing. EGF which stands for Epidermal Growth Factors, is a naturally occurring protein in human beings. EGF works in skin repairing and stimulating cell growth. I have learnt about EGF during my days as a Biology student in University. Previously, I have used a sheet mask that contained EGF and had a positive experience. 

To make these eye patches more refreshing, I store them in the fridge. The cool eye patches feel nice when my eyes are tired. The one thing that I do not like about these eye patches is that it tends to slide down after I put it on. The hydrogel does not stick well and seems to be too slippery. Once the serum is soaked by the skin, the hydrogel patch will stick better.

 

Trying to reduce my panda eyes

After using these hydrogel patches for more than 5 times, I can say that there is no significant improvement to my under eyes area.  My dark circles are still there. I tend to use it at night after facial cleansing and leave it on for 15-20 minutes. The cooled eye patches refreshes the under eye area and help with puffiness. The skin around the eyes feel soothed after use. Though, its effectiveness on dark circles is still questionable. 

Overall, I would not repurchase Petitfee Gold EGF Eye Patch as it takes a long while to go through 60 eye patches. This tub of Petite Gold Eye Patch will lasts about 7-8 months if you use it once a week. Each set of eye patch costs S$1 which is affordable for such an ingredient-rich hydrogel. However, I prefer eye mask or eye patch that comes in single use packaging as it will minimise wastage. We girls often get bored of our skincare products, and like to try new things. So I can predict only using half of these eye patches. 

REVIEW: Hada Labo Super Hyaluronic Acid Moist Eye Cream

 ~MG~

On a search to find  more affordable eye cream and with a pump. Hada Labo Super Hyaluronic Acid Moist Eye Cream contains three types of hyaluronic acid to deeply moisturize the skin around the eyes. It contains ACTIFLOW to visibly lighten dark circles and reduce puffiness. It also contains natural Jojoba Oil to smoothen the fine lines around the eye area.

This is an affordable eye cream at S$22 compared to my HG Kiehl's Creamy Avocado (S$53), which I love and have went through four tubs of it already. Hada Labo Eye Cream contains 15 g of product and lasts for about three months. The pump packaging is perfect for lazy person like me. It is also more hygienic that way since you do not have to dip your fingers inside the tub, especially if you have long fingernails. The slim packaging is convenient to travel with, I carry it in my handbag whenever the skin around the eye area feels dry. Always a fan of  Hada Labo products because there are free of fragrances, mineral oil, alcohol & colorant.

Even though it claims to visibly lighten dark circles and reduce puffiness,  I did not have much expectation for those. I only wanted the Hyaluronic Acid ingredient to moisturize my dry undereyes. I cannot stand the look of the dry lines when I apply CC cream/concealer on. All I want in an eye cream is for it to moisturize my undereyes. Although I do have dark circles but I never believe that an eye cream can lighten it. I do not think dark circle can be reduced solely by an eye cream. Hada Labo Eye Cream does have some moisturizing properties but it is not very hydrating.  Sometimes i have white tiny spots which looks like milia, but not sure whether it is caused by this eye cream. so whenever i have the milia, i would stop using it until it go away first.

I will repurchase and recommend for those who is looking for an affordable moisturizing eye cream. You can find it in Guardian and Watsons in Singapore.

REVIEW: Chanel Hydra Beauty Micro Gel Yeux

 Chanel Hydra Beauty Micro Gel Yeux

~AG~

Been using this Chanel Eye Gel for over 6 months now. This is the most expensive eye care product that I have ever bought! This pricey eye gel costs US$68 (S$95) and comes with 15 ml of product.

The color of this product reminds me of the turquoise water of the Mediterranean seas. This Chanel Micro Gel claims to reduce puffiness with its anti-fatigue Micro Peptide. Blue Ginger, an active ingredient, works as an antioxidant to protect the skin from free radicals. The pure, micro-extracts from the Camellia flowers are supposed to boost moisture level and smooth dehydated skin. The texture of this eye gel is light and cooling. You only need to apply a grain-sized amount for the under eyes area. Honestly, I cannot tell whether this Chanel Eye Gel works for my dark circles. I use it daily to hydrate my under eyes area. My concealer goes on more smoothly after applying this Eye Gel. This Eye Gel does not cause milia to appear, which is a good thing. It is difficult to find an eye gel or eye cream that is suitable for my under eyes skin. As the skin around the under eyes area is prone to milia, I am cautious of trying new eye care products. 

This product comes with a pump packaging with a protective cap. The pump packaging makes the Eye Gel more hygienic as you do not have to dip your fingers into a tub. This product is convenient to travel with. There is no worry of spillage due to changes in air pressure. I especially appreciate the clear packaging as you can see how much product you have left.

Even though this Chanel Micro Gel is suitable for my under eyes skin, I would not repurchase it because it is too pricey. Although this 15 ml of product can lasts at least seven months, as you only need minimal product to hydrate the under eyes area, it is too expensive for an eye gel. 

REVIEW: IT Cosmetics Bye Bye Undereye Corrector

~AG~
Bought IT Cosmetics Bye Bye Undereye Corrector in Medium US$29 (S$41) from Ulta Beauty when I was in the States last November. My younger sister, MG, said that I should check IT Cosmetics concealer out because of its raved review. So while browsing through Ulta Beauty, I thought this product was their best-selling concealer. Turns out it was the Bye Bye Undereye Corrector. Note to self: Remember to check the product name at checkout.

The tub packaging contains 5g of product. IT Cosmetics Undereye Corrector comes in 3 shades: Light, Medium and Rich. It contains collagen and peptides to smooth the skin around the eyes area. Green coffee extract, caffeine and cucumber to reduce eye puffiness. Since my Soap & Glory Kick Ass Concealer is empty, it is time to try a new concealer that is targeted for dark circles. 

This corrector comes in a tub packaging, and contains a generous amount of product. I foresee this corrector lasting for more than six months, even with daily use. The texture of this corrector is super creamy, which reminds me of Bobbi Brown Corrector. Since my under eye area has been feeling dry, the texture of IT Cosmetics Corrector is suitable for my skin type. For those with oily skin type in Singapore's humid weather, you might need to set this product with a loose or pressed powder so that it would not smudge. 

My under eyes area is prone to milia that is triggered by overly rich eye creams or concealers. I was worried that IT Cosmetics Bye Bye Undereye Corrector will trigger milia because of its creamy texture. After using it for over four weeks, no visible milia has appeared. Yay! My under eye areas definitely look brighter with the application of this corrector. This salmon-tone corrector helps to neutralize dark circles. It claims to be 8 hours of sleep in jar!

Overall, this is a good under eye corrector. It helps to disguise dark circles and brighten the under eye area. The texture of IT Cosmetics Corrector is smooth and so easy to apply with your ring finger. You only need a thin layer of product to conceal the dark circles. This tub of corrector is packed with product and should lasts me for more than six months. I highly recommend this Under Eye Corrector for those with dark circles and need a product to brighten the under eye area. 

REVIEW: Crème Simon Multi-Benefits Eye Treatment Pen

Handy Eye Treatment Pen 

~AG~
Bought this Crème Simon Multi-Benefits Eye Treatment Pen last year. Finally, tried it recently. This twist eye-roller pen is designed to perk up tired eyes. The cool metal ball claims to smooth fine lines and boost blood circulation. This best-selling Eye Treatment Pen claims to reduce puffiness and dark circles. The twist packaging allows you to control the amount you need and keeps the applicator more hygienic. This eye gel has a lightweight texture that claims to prevent "eye seeds" formation (milia). As with Crème Simon products, this Eye Treatment Pen does not contain parabens, oil, alcohol and silicone. It also contains many botanical active ingredients to brighten the eyes area. 

Crème Simon Multi-Benefits Eye Treatment Pen contains 2.5ml (0.08 fl oz) of product and costs S$25. It is pricey for a small eye gel pen. The good things about this product are that the eye gel is lightweight and the metal roller ball is cooling. The bad thing about Creme Simon Eye Treatment Pen is that they are stingy with the amount of eye gel. My Eye Treatment Pen lasted for less than a month, and I did not use it everyday! I was so surprised that the eye gel ran out so quickly, I kept twisting the pen in hopes that there will be more product. This eye gel does not go well with my under eye concealer. I noticed that my usual concealer will clump up together when I used this eye gel. A big No-No! This Eye Treatment Pen did not have enough product for me to judge whether it helps with my dark circles. For the puffiness, I feel that this eye gel did not do much for it. 

I would not recommend this Crème Simon Multi-Benefits Eye Treatment Pen. The amount of eye gel in each packaging is too little for the price. Moreover, this Eye Gel did not mix well with my must-have under eye concealer. *thumbs down* 

Cooling metal ball

REVIEW: belif Anti-Dark Circle Eye Serum

belif Anti-Dark Circle Eye Serum

~AG~
Bought this belif Anti-Dark Circle Eye Serum a few months ago, finally done with my Fresh Lotus Eye Gel, and it is time for me to try this. it Since years and years ago, I have been plagued with severe dark circles. Even when I have enough sleep, or sleep early, I would still have dark circles. My panda eyes are very noticeable. That is why I resort to heavy duty concealer for disguising my dark circles. Having tried numerous drugstore and high-end eye care products, no eye care product has successfully diminish my dark circles. Being a beauty product junkie, any eye cream on the market that claims to reduce dark circles will be in my "to-try" book. Belif eye serum, tested and proven to ease dark circles, is formulated with red sage, gallnut and other special herbs, the Napier's Dark Circle Formula is backed by 150 years of traditions.

belif Anti-Dark Circle Eye Serum comes in a squeeze tube with a narrow tip applicator. It has a cream texture, that is more hydrating than Fresh Lotus Eye Gel. Though, it is not as rich as Kiehl Creamy Eye Treatment. Since my under eyes area is prone to milia (oil seeds), I try to stay clear off rich eye creams. So far, belif Anti-Dark Circle Eye Serum did not cause me to have any new milia. *cross my fingers* I have been using this belif Eye Serum nightly for over a month. When I first used it, I woke up and noticed that my under eyes areas were brightened. But after subsequent use, I did not notice anymore significant changes. So if I were to say whether this eye serum diminishes dark circles? I would say its effect is minimal. The only thing I like about the eye serum is the texture; it is moisturizing without being too rich. 

 Slightly tapered tip for easy dispensation

 Slim packaging that is great for traveling 

This eye care product is pricey at $68 for 20 ml of product. The reason why I am willing to shell out that much $$ for the Belif Eye Serum is because it is free of mineral oil, synthetic fragrance, synthetic dyes, synthetic preservatives and animal origin ingredients. Overall, I would not repurchase this belif Anti-Dark Circle Eye Serum because there are some comparable eye creams on the market that are more affordable.

A pea-sized amount is all I need

NEW BUY: belief Haul - Eye Care Products

~AG~

belif First Aid 360 Eye care mask & Anti-dark circles Eye serum

Anti-Dark Circle Eye Serum ($68)
This eye serum effectively brightens the eye area while diminishing the appearance of dark circles. The eye serum, tested and proven to ease dark circles, is formulated with red sage, gallnut and other special herbs, the Napier's Dark Circle Formula backed by 150 years of tradition.

First Aid 360 Eye Care Mask ($39). 
One of belif's best-sellers! It is to be used after an eye cream or eye serum. An intensive eye care mask for the skin around the eyes tired from less skin care products and much color make-up. Including mimosa herbs and 3 types of Napiers formula, the mask provides moisture around the sensitive eye area, and revitalize it with energy.

Paid $99 for both products because there was a Christmas promotion. Cannot wait to try these two eye care products! I hope it helps reduce my severe dark circles! Stay tuned for my review of the Anti-Dark Circle Eye Serum and First Aid 306 Eye Care Mask!

All about Under Eyes Concealer

 

~AG~

Ever since Secondary School, I have been plagued with dark circles. It has been over 10 years since my search for the best under eyes concealer. My dark circles are exactly that of a Panda's. T_T
Some friends have commented on how severe my dark circles it. Though some articles mention that dark circles are caused by the lack of sleep. But from my personal experience, no matter how much restful sleep I get at night, I will still have dark circles. Thus, concealer is my long-term best friend. Over the years, I have tried quite a few highly-rated under eyes concealers. Right now, my #1 concealer is Cle de Peau Beaute Concealer. See below for my comparison of other under eyes concealers.

Bobbi Brown Corrector
THE GOOD: This salmon tone Corrector is meant to be worn under the yellow-based Bobbi Brown concealer. Though, I usually wear this Corrector on its own. It was designed specifically to cover severe dark circles. It covers my dark circles well.

THE BAD: This product can be too thick. The thickest under eyes concealer out of the rest on the list. It tends to cake up even when eye cream is applied beforehand.

Cle de Peau Beaute Concealer
THE GOOD: Provides high coverage, stays on well. You only need a little bit to fully cover your dark circles. Plus, it does not melt in Singapore's humid weather!

THE BAD: Super expensive! US$80 for this stick concealer. But it lasts for a long time, I have been using mine for almost two years, and still no signs of defeat. Though on some days, I wished it has a more salmon tone to neutralize my dark circles.

 

Benefit Erase Paste
THE GOOD: Value for money, US$26 for more than 6 months' worth. The texture of this concealer is very creamy. You only need a tiny bit to cover your dark circles.

THE BAD: Due to its creamy texture, it tends to melt in humid weather - even thought I set it with a loose powder. This is the creamiest under eyes concealer out of all on the list. It would work better for those with dry under eyes areas, or for people who live in drier climate.

Benefit Fake Up
THE GOOD: Nothing

THE BAD: Not much coverage and tends to crease in Singapore's humid weather. A gimmick product!

Laura Mercier Secret Concealer
THE GOOD: It has a salmon undertone to conceal dark circles, and brightens the under eyes area. Its creamy texture is great for those with dry under eyes area. But it is not as creamy as Benefit Erase Paste. It does not melt in humid conditions.

THE BAD: It does not provide enough coverage for very severe dark circles. Coverage not as high as Cle de Peau Beaute concealer, but better than other concealers on the list. It provides good enough coverage for an everyday concealer.

Laura Mercier Undercover Pot
THE GOOD: It comes with a Secret Concealer, a Secret Camouflage as well as Translucent Setting Powder. 3-in-1! With that being said, Secret Camouflage is more of a blemish concealer. It does not work well for dark circles. The Translucent Setting Powder is alright.

THE BAD: Expensive at US$34. Since I did not use the Secret Camouflage and Translucent Setting Powder as much, I rather buy Laura Mercier Secret Concealer which only cost US$25.  

REVIEW: Fresh Lotus Eye Gel

Fresh Lotus Eye Gel

~AG~
This Fresh Lotus Eye Gel has been part of my skincare regimen for over a month now. NEW BUY: Fresh Lotus Eye Gel Time for me to say what I like and do not like about this eye gel. Fresh Lotus Eye Gel contains these essential ingredients:

• Lotus flower extract is packed with polyphenols, powerful antioxidants known to defend against wrinkle-causing free radicals.
• Soft orange extract and ginko biloba help reduce the appearance of puffiness and invigorate the skin.
• Antioxidant-rich grapeseed polyphenols and jojoba help to protect the skin.
• Soothing cucumber fruit extract helps to revive the appearance of tired eyes

Fresh's claim that I was most intrigued about was : "Proven to immediately brighten the eye area and to improve the appearance of under-eye bags after just four weeks." I have been plagued with dark circles since my teenage years, no matter what eye care product I used, it seems to not work.

Pump packaging with protective cap

LIKES
The plastic packaging with a protective cap makes it travel-friendly. Each pump dispense half a bean-size amount. Two pumps is sufficient for both my under eyes. Since it has a gel consistency, Fresh Lotus Eye Gel is not too rich for my under eye area. No new millia has appeared as a result of using this eye gel. A good relief :) The scent of this Lotus Eye Gel is not as strong as that of Fresh Rose Hydrating Eye Gel Cream. I can only detect a slight cucumber scent.

DISLIKES
The price tag of S$69. You only get 15 ml of product , which will last you for four or five months of everyday use. If the effects of this eye gel is noticeable on my dark circles, I wouldn't have mind paying that amount. Unfortunately, this eye gel has not significantly improved the appearance of my panda eyes. When I travel overseas to dryer climate, I find this eye gel not hydrating enough. This eye gel will work best for the spring and summer seasons, but not for fall or winter seasons.   

In conclusion, I would not recommend this pricey Fresh Lotus Eye Gel, as no visible improvements were seen. 

REVIEW: REN Clean Skincare Vita Mineral Active 7 Eye Gel

The hygienic pump that is enclosed with a cap, great for travelling

~AG~

This eye gel has been part of my skincare routine for over two months now. The product is about half empty now. Thus, it is time for me to give an honest verdict of it. I apply Ren Eye Gel day and night under the eyes area. The pump packaging of the eye gel makes it convenient for travelling. There is a cap that locks in place to protect the pump. I would have to say this is one of the BEST eye product packaging ever. Because it is hygienic, no worries of spillage, and dispenses the right amount of eye gel. The only thing is that you cannot see how much product you have left. If only, it is was a clear packaging. 

Its active ingredients are supposed to help reduce puffiness and dark circles.
So does it help with my panda eyes? Sadly, the answer is "No".
REN Eye Gel did not help minimize my panda eyes. My dark circles looks the same, with or without the application of eye gel.  My dark circles has been a constant presence in my life. It has been more than 10 years since I have been looking for ways to minimize it. Unfortunately, no eye care products have worked any magic on it. 

Unlike Clinique All About Eyes Serum De-Puffing Eye Massage, Ren Eye Gel does not refresh the eye area. It is a light gel that does not have much de-puffing properties. It is absorbed quickly into the skin, and does not leave a heavy residue. This is the ONLY thing that I like about this eye gel.
With it being so light, REN Eye Gel does not moisturize the eye area well. For those of you who live in country in varying season, this eye gel will not work during the Autumn and Winter season.

Overall, I would not repurchase this eye gel. This pricey eye gel at US$30 is not worth the money. 
Click link for my details on the eye gel.
http://beautyloverssisters.blogspot.sg/2014/11/new-buy-ren-clean-skincare-vita-mineral.html

REVIEW: YSL Touche Eclat Radiant Touch

~AG~

This iconic YSL Touche Éclat Radiant Touch costs me USD $41. While browsing through the Macy's Beauty department, I decided to pick this up. It is expensive for such as small item but it is supposedly a miracle product. Previously, I have tried a similar product, the Dior Skin Flash. However, it was not a must-have item in my makeup collection. The reason I am trying this product is because sometimes I need a more brightening effect for my dark circles. The current concealer that I am using, Bobbi Brown concealer, provides coverage but does not illuminate the undereye area. Plus, its click pen/brush packaging makes it a convenient product to have for on-the-go.

A trick that the YSL sales assistant told me about click pen packaging. With a new click pen, it takes ages for the product to come out initially. However, instead of clicking the pen countless time and waiting patiently for the product to come out, she said a few gentle knock/tap to the side of the pen will allow the product to come out more quickly. When the YSL Touche Éclat Radiant Touch is being "resistant", I would tap the side of the pen a few times and soon the product will emerge.

This product provide little coverage for my severe dark circles. I only use it on days when I am in a hurry or when I don't feel like using much makeup. It is easy to use because you do not need a separate concealer brush to apply it.

Left under eye with YSL Touche Eclat. Right under without. It does brighten the eye area but does not fully conceal my severe dark circles.

One thing I learnt from using this product is that it is NOT a concealer. To get a brightening effect under the eye, first, conceal dark circles with a concealer and then layer it with Touche Éclat Radiant Touch, or vice versa. This create a soft and healthy effect.

You can also use YSL Touche Éclat Radiant Touch for highlighting your face. I tried doing this several times but I find that this shade does not work well. It is too light for highlighting the facial features.

In conclusion, YSL Touche Éclat Radiant Touch is a not must-have makeup item in my beauty book. It is not worth that money. I rather pay that amount for my favourite concealer, Cle de Peau Beaute concealer or Bobbi Brown Corrector & Concealer. Even though it is a highlighting product, it does not significantly help brighten my under eye areas. Also, I cannot use it to highlight my cheek bones or other areas, the shade is not illuminating enough. Overall, I would not re-purchase this product.

NEW BUY: REN Clean Skincare Vita Mineral Active 7 Eye Gel

 

 

 

~AG~

 

I decided to stop using the Etude House White Moistfull Eye Roll-on. I have been using that product for over two months. My eye area does not look any different on days when I have it on compared to days when I do not use it.

 

I bought this REN Clean Skincare Vita Mineral Active 7 Eye Gel (US$30) last June when I was in the States. The saleslady at Sephora had helped me picked out a moisturizer from REN Clean Skincare and so I asked her to also recommend an eye gel/cream from that brand. She recommended the REN Clean Skincare Vita Mineral Active 7 Eye Gel. I told her that I wanted some light to help with my dark circles and puffiness. I also mentioned that I did not want an eye cream that was too rich because it will trigger more milia under my eyes.

 

The packaging is convenient for travelling. It is compact and durable. The eye gel comes in a pump applicator which make is user-friendly. I find that pump applicator is the best form of packaging for skin care products because they dispense the right amount of products, and is more hygienic. My least favourite packaging for eye gel or cream will have to be the squeeze tube, I often find that excess product tends to be squeezed. Thus for pricey eye gel and cream, the squeeze tube may cause the product to go to waste.

 

The description on REN Clean Skincare website makes the eye gel seems very promising with its many active ingredients that are used to help reduce puffiness and fight off dark circles. I will have to use this eye gel for a while to give a comprehensive review on how it helps or does not not help my dark circle and puffiness. Please stay tuned!

 

According to REN Clean Skincare website,  Vita Mineral Active 7 Eye Gel contains:

• Vitamin P from Damask Rose Water is anti-inflammatory and protects capillary network
• Flavonoids from Arnica reduce puffiness by stimulating the drainage process
• Mucilages from Fig soothe and instantly refresh the eye area
• Polysaccharides from Zostera Marina increase and maintain moisture levels
• Ginsengoside from Chinese Ginseng boosts circulation in the capillaries
• Tyrosinase Inhibitor from Wild Canadian Rumex reduces dark pigmentation and redness

 

 

REVIEW PART 2: Ole Henriksen Truth is in the Eyes Vitamin C Peel Concentrate

~AG~

This is an update of my experience with Ole Henriksen Truth is in the Eyes Vitamin C Peel Concentrate. 

Pictures of my under eye area. 
As you can see there are noticeable milia under my eye area. It is more obvious in the second picture.

JULY 5

SEP 15  

I started using it in July, once a day at night. Generally, I use half a pea-size amount. With this Vitamin C peel concentrate, I find that it stings the eye area if I apply too much.  

It has been almost 3 months and my milia is still there. Some people said it takes some time to see the effects of skincare products. For me, I like to see instant effects. My skin is quite receptive to skincare products. I usually give it a month to give me the desired result. However, I decided to give this Vitamin C peel concentrate a longer testing time. I have been using this product consistently for three months now.

 

So what do I have to say about this product? 

Ole Henriksen Truth is in the Eyes Vitamin C Peel Concentrate is a major disappointment. I will not recommend it to anyone. Totally not worth the USD$42. The lactic & glycolic acid are supposed to act as exfoliating agents, and the saleslady at Sephora told me that it will help get rid of milia. The Vitamin C was supposed to help brighten the under eye area, but it did not do anything for my dark circles.

 

I will finish using the Vitaminc C peel concentrate because it was a pricy purchase. but I will not re-purchase. Please do not waste your money and time on this product by Ole Henriksen.

 

Do you know of any effective solution to getting rid of persistent milia? Please let me know. I am in need of your help!

 

Ole Henriksen Truth is in the Eyes Vitaminc C Peel Concentrate Product Details

Review Part 1: Ole Henriksen Truth is in the Eyes Vitamin C Peel Concentrate

 

REVIEW: Etude House White moistfull eye roll on

~AG~

I bought this Etude House White Moistfull Eye Roll-On a year ago. I cannot remember how much I bought it for. Today, I went to a Etude House outlet to check out the price and they told me that this product has been discontinued. The saleslady said Etude House is re-packaging and re-formulating the product. I asked the sales assistant about the price of the discontinued product, she said it retailed for around S$20. This was supposed to be a substitute for my Clinique All About Eyes Serum De-Puffing Eye Massage (US$29). But I never got around to trying it till now because I was using another eye cream. 
Since the milia under my eyes have been persistent, I decided to switch to a lightweight eye gel instead of eye cream. I've been using Etude House White Moistfull Eye roll-on for almost two weeks now. Etude House claims that this product has brightening properties for dark circles, and also works to reduce under eye puffiness. It has a metal roller ball to apply the gel under the eyes. The metal roller ball is cooling and refreshes the eye area. The gel is quickly absorbed into the skin. It does not feel sticky upon application. It does not have much moisturising properties. 
Regarding its effectiveness for my dark circles, I have not seen any noticeable differences to my under eye area. My panda eyes are just as bad. It does help with puffiness but it is not a must-have product. I much prefer Clinique roll-on eye gel, it feels more refreshing upon application. 

REVIEW: My Beauty Diary Dark Circles Intensive Care Eye Mask

~AG~

Each pack comes with 5 pairs of eye mask

 

Available in Sasa, Watsons and Guardian

This magical invigorating and brightening eye masks are shaped like cute little fishes that hugs your eye contours to remove dullness and relieve fatigue.

 

Containing a blend of vitamins and rich plant extracts, the dual-system treatment formula targets the dullness and fatigue around the eye area, intensively infusing both beauty and vitality. The first radiant care system combines Vitamin C derivatives and Vitamin B3 along with Chrysin and Multi-Peptide reduces skin pigmentation, boosts circulation and restores healthy looking eyes. The second brightening care system of rich plan extracts consists of Rosa Centifolia essence, Ginseng extract, Horse-chestnut, Arnica montana and Common Broom eliminates dullness, evens out skin tone and relieves eye fatigue that works wonders to your eyes, reflecting clear dewy eyes and translucent beauty that mesmerizes.

The fish-shaped eye masks are so CUTE! They are so much fun to use!
However, the eye masks are not drenched with as much essence as the My Beauty Diary face sheet mask. The skin around the eye area feels cooling and slightly tingly when using it. After use, my eye area felt more moisturized and more toned. Because of this hydrating and firming effects, the eye area looks brighter. But I'll have to use it more to see whether its brightening property is more long-term and more noticeable.