Top 10 Under-Eye Brighteners

WHAT IT DOES
Live Tinted's Superhue Brightening Eye Cream is the perfect under-eye primer. It has a cooling application tip that helps boost circulation, depuff, and brighten dark circles. Just dab a little bit below your eyes before you apply foundation or color-correcting makeup, and voilà—you've got a fresh and even complexion.

KEY INGREDIENTS
This products contains three skincare superstars: niacinamide, caffeine, and vitamin C.

WHAT IT DOES
Yerba mate is a type of South American beverage known for providing a smooth energy boost. It's only fitting that Good Molecules' Eye Gel is named after the libation, as it is formulated to reduce the signs of tired eyes (like puffiness and dark circles) while also hydrating and plumping the skin to reduce the appearance of fine lines.

PROMISING REVIEW
"I've been using this for about a month and it's become a staple in my routine. It lays and absorbs beautifully into the skin around my eyes. I hate cakey makeup and I find when I put concealer over this it makes my makeup look flawless. It also does a nice job of depuffing and I have seen a noticeable difference in how tired I look. I never get enough sleep so I need any help I can get."

KEY INGREDIENTS
Vitamin C, hyaluronic acid, zerumbone (concentrated ginger extract), and polypeptides make up the C5 Super Boost Eye Cream. Notably, the stabilized form of vitamin C in this product's formula is said to brighten dullness, target hyperpigmentation, and fight free radical damage.

GOOD TO KNOW
Paula's Choice mentions that if you plan to use this product during the day, you should always follow it up with SPF 30+. 

WHAT IT DOES
Swipe on easy color correction with OLEHENRIKSEN's Bright+ Vitamin CC Eye Sticks. This product provides a hydrating layer of coverage before makeup application, smoothing and blurring fine lines and wrinkles to prep your skin for the smoothest finish possible.

GOOD TO KNOW
In addition to Banana, this eye stick is available in Pumpkin and Apricot. Banana is best for concealing purple dark circles, while Pumpkin is ideal for correcting blue undertones (Apricot can be used for both). 

WHAT IT DOES
This one's for those of you who like to occasionally skip the concealer or foundation. ULTA's Under Eye Brightener smooths, brightens, and color-corrects in one step. Snag it in a variety of shades for light to deep skin tones

PROMISING REVIEW
"Repurchase alert! Okay, I never write reviews and I rarely re-buy items because I have a lot of makeup and I'm always trying something new, but I love this product! I work somewhere where it would be weird to wear makeup so this is perfect to help me not look super tired. It lightens up the undereye and doesn't crease. Looks so natural. Good under makeup as well. I will forever buy this."

WHAT IT DOES
Redness, blemishes, and discoloration are no match for Fenty Beauty's Bright Fix Eye Brightener. This long-wearing, buildable product provides sheer coverage for the delicate under-eye skin. Plus, its formula is crease-, humidity-, and sweat-resistant.

GOOD TO KNOW
This product comes in 16 different shades from Rose Quartz to Coffee.

KEY INGREDIENTS
Here's what's behind Kiehl's best-selling Avocado Eye Cream: Antioxidant-rich beta-carotene, shea butter, and of course, avocado oil. Together, these ingredients create a gripping moisturizer that can be used under makeup or on its own.

PROMISING REVIEW
"It's incredibly hydrating and has noticeably reduced the puffiness and dark circles around my eyes. Plus, it's not greasy and works well under makeup. Highly recommend!"

WHAT IT DOES
Ever wish you could get eight hours of sleep in a bottle? If so, try Colorescience's Total Eye 3-in-1 Renewal Therapy, a multi-tasking product that reduces puffiness and discoloration while also diminishing the signs of aging. 

GOOD TO KNOW
A little goes a long way with this one—only a quarter pump per eye should do the trick. Also, this is an ophthalmologist-approved eye cream (so it's safe for those who wear contact lenses).

WHAT IT DOES
Say goodbye to crepiness, eye bags, and laugh lines, because Tatcha's Serum Stick works both immediately and over time to erase signs of aging. Swipe it on whenever you feel like with the stick applicator, or add some water to the serum and massage it into your face for a spa-like experience.

PROMISING REVIEW
"I am a Tatcha fan already, but I wasn’t sure how my skin would look with this! It’s AMAZING! Another incredible product from them. I use it before I put on makeup and it definitely smooths out the lines for me. I am in my 40s so my skin is always changing. This is a fantastic purchase."

KEY INGREDIENTS
Here's what's behind our algorithm's pick for the #1 best undereye brightener: First, there's aloe water, apple, and watermelon for a wrinkle-busting burst of natural hydration. Then, there's caffeine to help firm up the skin. Lastly, there's Tula's probiotic extract complex, a combination of good-for-you skincare supplements that smooth out the complexion and calm irritated skin.

GOOD TO KNOW
You can give this top-rated treatment a trial run because Tula has a worry-free return policy.