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The secret to faking a full nights rest.
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The cherry on top: its a long-wearing, crease-proof formula.
Formulated with hyaluronic acid, it hydrates while camouflaging any discoloration.
While they are totally normal, we completely understand wanting to look more bright-eyed.
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Luckily, there is a quick fix.
Cue color correctorsa secret among makeup artists and beauty editors.
These often overlooked products usecolor theoryto neutralize hyperpigmentation and give your under-eye area aflawless look.
Lindsey Zubritsky, a board-certified dermatologist.
The ones on this list are tester-approved and worth every penny.
The lightweight, buildable formula diminishes the darkest of circles.
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Coming in four peachy hues, it combats the deep blues and purples often found under the eyes.
This pick checked all our boxes in terms of wear, consistency, coverage, and use.
This did a great job of neutralizing the discoloration under my eyes and around my mouth.
It’s the best one I’ve ever tried!
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Simply apply the doe foot applicator under your eyes and watchhyperpigmentationinstantly fade away.
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Whats more, it comes in five different shades, including a blue to offset warm-toned foundations and concealers.
This long-wearing gem will leave you looking like you got a few extra hours of sleep.
This buttery pot of gold fromCharlotte Tilburyinstantly transforms dark circles and disguises them in a brightening, velvety formula.
The effects are depuffed, illuminated under-eyes, thanks to the flavonoid andmica-enriched formula.
The lightweight formula doesnt getcakeyor patchy, though the creamy texture does settle into creases a bit.
We recommend applying a light layer ofsetting powderto prevent creasing throughout the day.
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This definitely helped cover some of the darkness by neutralizing it with peach.
It’s creamy and light (not sheer, but light), so it really can build up.
Saleam, tester wearing shade origin:This is a deeply pigmented, full-coverage product.
There was no tugging, and the product seemed to melt as I applied it to my skin.
However, it never became too heavy or cakey on me.
It evened out my problem areas, but my skin still showed through.
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This compact completely erases dark circles while illuminating under-eyes.
The satin-like formula comes in 10 shadesall pink and peach-basedthat deliver a smooth and camouflaged finish under the eyes.
Our tester loved how it covered her dark circles and appreciated that the formula is sweatproof and humidity-resistant.
No wonder this is a favorite among beauty editors and makeup artists.
I like how easy it is to apply and how well the formula works with my concealer.
I felt like I could use a lot less concealer, and the pigments complemented each other well.
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Available in five shadesincluding a green hue to cancel out any rednessthis weightless product magically veils discoloration.
Bonus: Our tester found that it even worked well to neutralize hermelasma.
I have received so many compliments since switching to this product.
Like the name suggests, this pick instantlyawakens your under-eyearea, giving it a radiant and lively look.
Thenoncomedogenicformulas secret is hyaluronic acid,peptides, and a pearly sheen that hydrates and brightens the skin.
The serum-like consistency left our testers skin silky and smooth sans creasing.
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While we noted that it doesnt offer full-coverage pigment, the radiant finish is perfect forno-makeup makeupdays.
But, if youre looking for a more perfected finish, we recommend topping it with aconcealer.
It appears silky and radiant once blended.
First, go in with the correcting colors to balance out hyperpigmentation.
Then, layer the concealer on top to build coverage as needed.
The result: diminished under-eye circles and a seamless, velvety finish.
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There are also genetic factors that are in play.
These factors cause a decrease in collagen elasticity, making the blood vessels more visible, she adds.
Then, she adds concealer and finishes with foundation on top.
Those experts include:
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Amanda Rosenthalis a writer at Byrdie.
In addition to talking to experts, she also reviewed testing insights from Byrdie’s lab.
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