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. 

NEW BUY: Chanel Hydra Beauty Micro Gel Yeux

Picture Credit: Chanel Beauty

~AG~ 

The skin around my eyes area has been dry lately, since I have not using eye cream for awhile. Due to the occurrence of milia on my under eyes area, I have avoided any sort of eye cream. Please do not follow this skincare mistake of mine. It is important to hydrate your eyes area to prevent fine lines and tired looking eyes.

Chanel Hydra Beauty Micro Gel Yeux is an Intense Smoothing Hydration Gel. Chanel claims it is the first moisturizing skincare with camellia micro-droplets. Micro Gel Yeux targets puffiness, dark circles and dehydrated fine lines. 

Micro Gel Yeux contains:

- Camellia Alba OFA, exclusive lipidic extract, preserved in its purest form at the heart of the micro droplets. It boosts moisture and offers an intense smoothing effect for replenished skin.
- Camellia Alba PFA, which is the main ingredient of the Hydra Beauty Line, is developed from the camellia flower. It hydrates and maintain moisture levels of the skin. 
- Blue Ginger PFA, a powerful antioxidant that protects skin from free radicals and reinforces its natural defense system. 
- Micro Peptide has anti-fatigue properties to target against puffiness and dark circles.

This micro gel has an interesting appearance, it looks like it has glittery bits in it. The texture of this eye gel is light and cooling. This pricey eye gel (US$68) comes with 15 ml of product. This is the most expensive eye gel/cream that I have ever bought! You only need to apply a grain-sized amount for the undereye area. 

I would have to use it for at least a month to give an honest review on whether it helps with my severe dark circles. Stay tuned for my review of whether Chanel Hydra Beauty Micro Gel Yeux is worth to buy.

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!

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: Innisfree Eco Science Eye Mask

~AG~

An anti-wrinkle eye mask with extract of Pure Jeju sea plants to encourage the regeneration of delicate skin around the skin.

Innisfree World , which is Innisfree's official online store, retails it for S$5.58 for a pack of eye mask.
Please click link for more details: Innisfree Online Store Eco Science Eye Mask

So what I usually do to my eye mask is to leave them in the fridge. The cooling effect makes the eye mask more refreshing. Coldness is known to constrict blood vessels, which reduces the flow of fluid into soft tissues, and thus reducing puffiness.

This eye mask claims to help reduce wrinkles by stimulating cells growth. But to tell you the truth, a mere eye mask cannot be a miracle wrinkle care. From what we know, wrinkle care is a long and tedious process. It consists of taking care of your skin from an early age.

The gel mask placed under the eyes. You can see my dark circles. 

The gel mask fits nicely under the eyes

Anyway, more about the product. A pack comes with 2 eye patches. The eye patches are made of gel, which is a  much stronger material than the usual sheet mask. The packaging says to leave the eye mask for 20 minutes before removing it. I usually leave my mask on for longer than the recommended time, for as long as 30-40 minutes. It will be such a waste to remove the eye mask when it is still soaked with essence (all the good stuff). Though, I have to say that this gel mask is not as generous with their essence as other sheet mask such as My Beauty Diary Dark Circles Intensive Care Eye Mask. The skin around the eye area feels refreshed and hydrated after using the eye mask. I cannot say much about the eye mask's claim to reduce wrinkles since it was only a one-time use.
Overall, I will not repurchase this eye mask.

NEW BUY: Fresh Lotus Eye Gel

~AG~ 

Since my Ren eye gel is running low, it was time for me to try another eye care product. Fresh Lotus Eye Gel is the luck pick. Initially, I wanted to try Fresh Rose Hydrating Eye Gel Cream, but I find the rose scent too overpowering. The saleslady at DFS Changi Airport told me that this Lotus Eye Gel is targeted for those with dark circles and puffiness, while the Rose Eye Gel Cream is solely for moisturising the eye area. When I heard the word "dark circles", I was immediately sold on trying this product. I am constantly plagued with dark circles no matter whether I have enough sleep or not. It is like a permanent dark circles. *sad* Actually, I have not heard much about this eye gel from Fresh. But decided to try it anyway, since I cannot think of another eye gel as an alternative. 

Previously, I have tried a few of Fresh bestsellers, Soy Face Cleanser and their Sugar Lip Treatment. Fresh's products that are tried were good and worked well on me. The only downside is that Frehs products are pricy. Thus, I did not re-purchase the Fresh Soy Face Cleanser or Sugar Lip Treatment. The Lotus Eye Gel retails for US$48 (S$69) and you get 15 ml of eye gel. It is one of the most priciest eye gel/cream that I have bought. Hoping that this eye gel works to improve my under eyes area, and that it does not cause millia. Some eye creams that are not suitable have causes millia on my under eyes area. So now I strictly use eye gel since there are lighter in texture. 

Stay tuned for my review on this product, and see whether it works on my dark circles & puffiness. 

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

NEW BUY: Lancome Advanced Genefique



~AG~

Lancôme Advanced Genifique  & Genifique Yeux Light-Pearl set (S$173.60)

This set comes with a 50ml (1.69 fl. oz.) Advanced Genifique and a 20ml (0.67 fl. oz.) Genefique Yeux Light-Pearl. I purchased it last week from Shilla Duty-Free at Singapore Changi Airport. It retailed for S$173.60 (~US$138.88), which is a steal for the Genifique product line. If I had bought the products individually, it will costs me US$172 (S$215). So, I saved about S$40 (US$33) by purchasing this value set.

A few years ago, I had tried the Lancôme Genifique Youth Activating Concentrate when one of my friends recommended it to me. My friend had acne-prone skin and she said that this Lancôme concentrate makes her skin glow. However, when I used it, I did not notice any significant differences on my skin. Now that Lancôme has reformulated and come up with an Advanced formula, I am game to try it again. And who knows it might work for me this time since my skin condition has changed.

I will try the Advance Genifique concentrate once I am done with my bottle of Laneige Water Bank Essence. Stay tuned!
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Lancôme Advanced Genifique (USD $104 for 50 ml/1.69 fl. oz.)

Want glowing skin in 7 days? Here’s your answer in a bottle. This innovative serum soaks into skin, targeting the 10 key signs of youth: texture, resiliency, elasticity, firmness, sagginess, fine lines, wrinkles, radiance, even skin tone, and clarity, with noticeable results in just 7 days. Advanced Génifique is the perfect first step after cleansing to reveal smoother, more radiant skin for all ages, ethnicities, and skin types. With an exclusive self-loading dropper, Génifique delivers the ideal dosage to bring back the light into your skin

     

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Benefits

Acts on 10 key signs of youth, day and night.

Clinical Results after 8 weeks
(% of improvement noticed)

 Texture +57%
Resiliency +49%
Elasticity +50%
Firmness +49%
Sagginess +46%
Fine lines +42%
Wrinkles +46%
Radiance +52%
Clarity +47%
Even Skin Tone +42%

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Lancôme Genefique Eye Light-Pearl (USD $68)

Eye luminosity, the new visible sign of youth.

The new 360° eye contour transformation.

Lancôme introduces its 1st eye-illuminating serum, engineered with a unique rotating and massaging applicator to reach even the most inaccessible eye areas.
Experience a 360° eye contour transformation above and below the eyes for visible results.

Benefits

• More Luminous
• See Deflated Eye Bags
• Smoother
• After 4 weeks of use, results show 78% of women thought that the eye contour was visibly improved.

Technology

• First-of-its-kind 360° massaging Light-Pearl™ applicator.
• Perfectly adapts to the fragile eye area
• Offers a delicate and precise massaging action on the eye contour
  
  
  

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

~AG~

I've been using this since June 26, that is three weeks of use so far. Since Vitamin C makes the skin sensitive when exposed to sunlight, I only use this product at night. Though the direction does say to use it day and night. But since I do not have an eye cream that has SPF, I skip the day time use. 

I apply a small amount in the eye area. Targeting the dark circles and milia. It has a gel texture that is easily absorbed by the under eye area. I have had no adverse reaction to this product. The citrus scent is light and not too overwhelming. 

For those of you who are not familiar with Milia. Milia is those oil seed that are found on the under eye area. For me, it usually happens when I use an eye cream that is not suitable for my eye area. A "thick" eye cream is usually the culprit. Sometimes, the milia does go away on its own. But there are times when they are persistent. I am experiencing a few of those persistent ones now. I have been plagued by it for over two months.  (Pictured below) The pictures are not that clear but you can see some spots on my under eye area. The other spots closer to my cheeks area are my acne. 

The saleslady at Sephora said that milia are dead skin and oil trapped under the skin. So she recommend that I exfoliate the under eye area. She said this Ole Henriksen Truth is in the Eyes Vitamin C Peel Concentrate helps her get rid of milia. I asked her how long it will take to see result. She said for her, it took about a month to see noticeable differences. She also mentioned that this product also help with dark circles. 

So far, I have not seen any noticeable differences with my dark circles and milia. Maybe it is because I only use it once a day? Anyway, I will use it longer to see whether this product is worth recommending to you reader. Stay tuned.

Ole Henriksen Truth is in the Eyes Vitamin C Peel Concentrate

~AG~

A peel concentrate for the under eye area that offers a natural, gentle antidote to dark circles and fine lines.

Created by Ole Henriksen (skin guru to the stars) to address the specific needs of the eye region—specifically signs of fatigue and age—this exfoliating formula will revolutionize skincare for the under eye region. Because the tissue around the eye is so fragile, it is often recommended NOT to exfoliate that area. This groundbreaking blend represents a new realm of possibility for more youthful skin around the eyes.

-Pepha Tight (Algae Extract): Helps firm skin and boost collagen production.
-Regu-Age (Rice Bran & Soybean Protein): Strengthens under-eye tissue and improves circulation to reduce dark circles and puffiness.
-Lactic & Glycolic Acid (AHA's): Gently exfoliate skin to reduce and prevent wrinkles.
-Vitamin C: Naturally lightens, brightens and tightens skin.

Ingredients: Water (Aqua/ Eau), Glycolic Acid, Glycerin, Potassium, Hydroxide, Lactic Acid, Saccharide Isomerate , Sodium Hyaluronate, Hydrolyzed Rice Bran Protein, Glycine Soja (Soybean) Protein, Oxido Reductases, Algae Extract, Pullulan, Allantoin, Calcium Ascorbate, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Sorbitol, Carrageenan, Xanthan Gum, Polysorbate 20, Oleth-20, Phenoxyethanol, Caprylyl Glycol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Hexylene Glycol, Citric Acid.

The sales lady at Sephora recommended me this product that she claims can get rid of milia. I have been having persistent milia under my eyelids. She said it is due to the clogged pores & oil gland that is congested. She said this product works for her because it somehow "exfoliate" the area. This product is designed specifically for the under eye area.  It retails for US$42. The Ole Henriksen Vitamin C Line is rather well-known in the beauty market. So I was excited to try this product. She said it takes about a month to see the result. I am been using it nightly for two days now. I don't use it in the day time because I heard Vitamin C makes your skin more susceptible to the sun rays. The direction also mentions to use an SPF for the eye area on top of the peel concentrate for daytime use. Since I don't have a SPF eye cream, I decided to dedicate it solely for nighttime use. 

I will come back in a month to report on the results, and of any adverse reactions. Wish me luck!
Please stay tuned :)

REVIEW: Kiehl's Creamy Eye Treatment with Avocado

 

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Halfway through with my second jar of Kiehl's 'Creamy Eye Treatment with Avocado'. After my first jar, I went eyecream hunting, tried a few other eyecreams from different brands but none treats me better than Kiehl's 'Creamy Eye Treatment'. 

The three main ingredients in this eye cream is surprise, surprise... avocado oil, beta-carotene and shea butter. Prior to using this eye cream, I was hesitant of the avocado oil and shea butter because I was afraid that it might be too heavy and oily for my under-eyes and eyelids. It will be a nightmare having milia, which actually did came true but thankfully not with my trusty Kiehl's. 

Just some quick facts about the 3 big ingredients: 
1) Avocado oil is the most moisturizing of any fruit oil which is perfect for dry under-eyes because it will help to restore the natural moisture of the skin. 
2) Beta-Carotene is an antioxidant found in many orange/red vegetables such as carrots, hence the its name is similar to Carrot.
3) Next is Shea butter who is no stranger to lotions and cleansing product because of its hydrating properties. It protects skin from dehydration, restores skin suppleness and improves the dry under-eyes.

I really like this eye cream. It does not cause milia. It hydrates my under-eyes and eyelids. It does not migrate into my eyes. The texture is good, not sticky or greasy. It sip into my skin fairly fast. No scent which is good for our sensitive eye areas. The colour is green which is my favourite colour. The price is good. However, one thing that I hate about this eye cream is its packaging. Since it is packaged in a jar, you will need to dip your finger in every single time you use it, yikes! Despite the fact of the 'Creamy Eye Treatment' packaging, I will not stop me from bringing it home again!
 

REVIEW: Yves Rocher Complete Anti-Aging Eye Care

 

The skin around the eyes is fragile and requires special attention!
This Complete Anti-aging Eye Care acts globally for maximum results.

This anti-aging product eyes is targeted to women over 40 for a daily use. It can be used as a cure for women in their thirties.
- Wrinkles and fine lines around the eye contour are quickly smoothed,
- Under eye bags seems deflated,
- Dark circles are visibly faded.
The unique tip applicator makes eye care a breeze. Just apply it to the area you want to treat and   gently squeeze for just the right amount!

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I walked past a “Yves Rocher” store while I was at Austria and wondered about it. It looked interesting from the outside, and I wanted to try some lower-end European skincare brand. The airport at Budapest happened to have a Yves Rocher store. Even though the saleslady knew minimal English, she was very helpful when I asked about their bestseller or star products. She introduced me to this eye cream when instead, I actually wanted to try Fresh Gel Undereye Bags. She said that the Complete Anti-Aging Eye Care is better. I was convinced to buy it after seeing the metal tip applicator which makes the eyes area feel cooling.

I’ve been only using the Clinique All About Eyes Serum in the morning, and no eye cream at night. The Clinique serum has a gel-like consistency and does not have much moisturizing properties, so I wanted to try an eye cream with a more hydrating and anti-aging benefits for nighttime use.
Will let you know whether this eye cream will work for me. Or will it be too “heavy” for someone in their mid-20s.