How to Refresh and Revive Tired Eyes

Tired undereyes are a universal skin concern. From not getting enough sleep to spending too much time staring into a screen (we’ve all been there), the eyes can easily become dark, fatigued and plagued with fine lines. These are lasting effects that can make you look more tired than you actually are, but the good news is that they can be remedied with a few simple steps. Correcting the undereyes with skincare and makeup can make the biggest difference in your appearance, and it doesn’t require a lot of effort to make a change. The following is your guide to nixing dark and tired undereye circles to get you looking less like a panda bear, and feeling more well-rested, ready to take on whatever the day brings. Keep scrolling to bid your dark, puffy undereyes goodbye.

Eye Patch

mixsoon - Bean Hydrogel Eye Patch

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Eye patches are a great way to wake up tired undereyes in a pinch. The mixsoon Bean Hydrogel Eye Patch is especially effective thanks to its concoction of fermented extracts and Vitamin C that deeply nourishes the skin, reducing the appearance of wrinkles and brightening dullness. It’s made to be used by all skin types for just 20 minutes a day to restore loss nutrients and revitalize skin elasticity. Store these in the fridge to enjoy a cooling and depuffing treatment when you stick them on, a particularly great hack for combatting puffy eyes after waking up in the AM.

Eye Serum

AXIS-Y - Vegan Collagen Eye Serum

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We recommend an eye serum in the daytime if you find eye creams to be too thick. The AXIS-Y Vegan Collagen Eye Serum coats the undereyes with a quick-absorbing blend of 5 types of Peptides, Vitamin C-rich fruit extracts and Hyaluronic Acid, delivering intense yet lightweight hydration and nourishment to the delicate skin under the eyes. It’s outfitted with a metallic applicator to roll the product into the skin and further absorption, while treating your eyes to a relaxing massage. The hypoallergenic formula has been clinically tested to improve fine lines, puffiness and dark circles for all skin types, including sensitive skin.

Color Corrector

The Saem - Cover Perfection Triple Pot Concealer

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A little concealer never hurt nobody, especially when just a dab can completely rejuvenate your complexion. But before you go ham with the brightening shades, layer on a peachy color corrector first. Color theory dictates opposite colors of the wheel will neutralize each other, and a peach will counteract the blues and purples of undereye circles. By correcting the darkness first, you don’t have to pile on the concealer for extra coverage that may result in caking and creasing throughout the day. A VANA fan-fave is The Saem's Cover Perfection Triple Pot Concealer in 01 Correct Beige that provides waterproof full coverage and a comfortable semi-matte finish - users of fairer skin tones can try 03 Correct Up Beige.

Concealer

eSpoir - Taping Concealer Longwear

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Once your dark circles are corrected, you can proceed with concealer. The eSpoir Taping Concealer Longwear is made to adhere tightly to the skin and stay in place all day, using a Taping Technic formula to seamlessly blend into the skin. Its thin texture is creamy and smooth, perfect for concealing undereyes, blemishes or dark spots. Dot on the concealer on an upwards path from the inner to outer part of the eye to get a lifting effect, giving the appearance of being well-rested whether you are so or could use a few more hours of Zzz's.

Eye Cream

SOME BY MI - Retinol Intense Advanced Triple Action Eye Cream

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No matter what eye concerns you’re facing, be it fine lines and crow’s feet, darkness or dryness, the SOME BY MI Retinol Intense Advanced Triple Action Eye Cream is ready to take on the challenge. It features a supercharged blend of Retinol, Retinal and Bakuchiol to iron out those undereye wrinkles, giving the skin an invigorated appearance. Plant-based Collagen and Peptide further support skin plumpness and elasticity, as Hyaluronic Acid and Panthenol enhance moisture levels to eradicate dryness. This beginner-friendly eye cream is the all-in-one PM eye cream to dot on for a transformed complexion when you wake up. What’s more, you can even use it to spot-treat other wrinkles that you want to erase around the face.

Eye Mask

Kao - MegRhythm Gentle Steam Eye Mask

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Ok, so you might not be able to increase how much sleep you get (given the 2am scrolling has been removed from your routine), but there’s certainly a way to improve the quality of your sleep to get those peepers rested. The Kao MegRhythm Gentle Steam Eye Mask sits across the eyes as you snooze and bathes them in warm steam to soothe strain and fatigue. Like a steam bath, it helps to release tension from the area to get you more relaxed and fall asleep quicker. Our editor is certainly guilty of having fallen asleep with the mask still on, a testament to its comforting effects.