SparklyUnicorn Posted September 25, 2017 Share Posted September 25, 2017 Due to my allergies I have TERRIBLE dark marks under my eyes. And they are puffy. I feel like I look like I got into a bar fight or something. I don't wear makeup and don't want to get into a full blown make up regimen, but surely there must be a little somethin somethin I can use that'll help. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EmmaNZ Posted September 25, 2017 Share Posted September 25, 2017 Touche eclat by YSL 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted September 25, 2017 Share Posted September 25, 2017 Hemroid cream for bags. And I use smashbox concealer. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crazyforlatin Posted September 25, 2017 Share Posted September 25, 2017 Tarte Maracuja creaseless concealer, really does blend in with the rest of the face. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wonderchica Posted September 25, 2017 Share Posted September 25, 2017 Higher end: Tarte Shape Tape, lower end Garnier Rollerball 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
6packofun Posted September 25, 2017 Share Posted September 25, 2017 When my eyes have darker circles than usual, I like Maybelline's Dream Lumi Highlighting Concealer: https://www.maybelline.com/face-makeup/concealer/dream-lumi-touch-highlighting-concealer It has little sparkles in it that aren't noticeable but really lighten up the area well. The applicator is kind of goofy with the brush end, but I like it a lot. Otherwise, I use Revlon's Youth FX Fill & Blur Concealer: http://www.revlon.com/products/face/concealer/revlon-youthfx-fill-and-blur-concealer#309979229017||0 (Trick with this one--don't give up on priming the button to get the product to go down to the sponge applicator. It gets there eventually but at first I thought it was defective! LOL) 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SparklyUnicorn Posted September 25, 2017 Author Share Posted September 25, 2017 Hemroid cream for bags. huh...interesting idea I happen to have some of that...LOL Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PeachyDoodle Posted September 25, 2017 Share Posted September 25, 2017 I have permanent raccoon circles (thanks, Mom! :glare:), and Pixi Correction Cream is the best thing I've found. You can get it at Target, probably drug stores too. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Melissa in New York Posted September 25, 2017 Share Posted September 25, 2017 I would check this article out before using hemmoroidal cream on the eye area: http://www.eyecarecream.com/hemorrhoid-cream-for-eyes/ ~melissa 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Crimson Wife Posted September 25, 2017 Share Posted September 25, 2017 My oldest just took a Sephora class on concealing, contouring, and highlighting yesterday. I ended up sitting in on it because the mall was not open yet. Anyways, they were demonstrating the various brands and I was actually very impressed with Rhianna's "Fenty" line. They have this trio of a concealer, contour, and bronzer that I was very tempted to purchase for myself. I didn't because I really don't wear makeup enough to justify the purchase and I was getting my DD some stuff as an early birthday present. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted September 25, 2017 Share Posted September 25, 2017 I honestly find they all crease or are so powdery they emphasize fine lines, but my favorite currently is Urban Decay's Naked Concealer in Vanilla. A tiny bit of powder sets it without looking heavy, thankfully. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SparklyUnicorn Posted September 25, 2017 Author Share Posted September 25, 2017 I would check this article out before using hemmoroidal cream on the eye area: http://www.eyecarecream.com/hemorrhoid-cream-for-eyes/ ~melissa I didn't read this one, but came across a similar article. Another thing the other article mentioned is that formulas for hemorrhoid cream have changed and don't contain the same anti swelling stuff they used to such as hydrocortizone. Soooo that lead me to think maybe I should try some hydrocortizone. So I did. Verdict is still out. LOL I bought this under eye stuff from Olay. It was WAY WAY WAY more money than I ever spend on anything like that. Ouch. I am disappointed. Not only does it not conceal, it HIGHLIGHTS the dark puffy areas with what looks like glitter. Uhhh... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
G5052 Posted September 25, 2017 Share Posted September 25, 2017 Mine are better if I use a good moisturizer (not necessarily an eye cream) and Tarte Shape Tape. If you have trouble picking the shade, take someone with you or ask for help at the store. DD and I love Ulta, and she has a better eye for that than I do. If she's not along, I always ask for help with my new purchases. However, the reality it that I have creases in addition to the darkness. No matter how much I do, that would only change if the dermatologist got involved with an expensive procedure or two. Not likely. So I accept that I can only partially hide them. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris in VA Posted September 26, 2017 Share Posted September 26, 2017 My daughter uses Sepphora. It is actually discontinued but she was able to scoop some up at tbe JC Penney store. It literally disappears on her skin. I think it is very blendable and exactly matches her skin. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wonderchica Posted September 26, 2017 Share Posted September 26, 2017 I'd also recommend a good eye cream if you aren't currently using one. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MBM Posted September 26, 2017 Share Posted September 26, 2017 Sleep. I try to sleep 10 hours per night because it makes me feel great. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KungFuPanda Posted September 26, 2017 Share Posted September 26, 2017 (edited) So I'm the only one thinking the cheap tube does the job? I'm pretty fair and my circles aren't that dark to begin with. I just by the palest cheap lipstick-shaped concealer and I'm good. I pride myself on getting enough sleep, but ten hours is IMPRESSIVE. I bow to you. Edited September 26, 2017 by KungFuPanda Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MBM Posted September 26, 2017 Share Posted September 26, 2017 Thank you! I attribute it to having no kids in the house anymore. :D Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shellydon Posted September 26, 2017 Share Posted September 26, 2017 Thanks for starting this, I'll be checking out these suggestions. Okay --10 hours a sleep a night!?! I haven't gotten 10 hours the last 3 night combined. Sooo jealous. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SparklyUnicorn Posted September 27, 2017 Author Share Posted September 27, 2017 Sleep. I try to sleep 10 hours per night because it makes me feel great. I get plenty of sleep. Sleep has absolutely nothing to do with it for me. It's from bad allergies. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SparklyUnicorn Posted September 27, 2017 Author Share Posted September 27, 2017 What exactly is eye cream? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mamaraby Posted September 27, 2017 Share Posted September 27, 2017 I have tried a couple - one of which came highly rated (Maybelline Instant Age Rewind) - but both settled into and drew attention to fine lines and wrinkles that I had been blissfully unaware of until that point. Some of the ones mentioned here are on my wish list after having seen some reviews on YouTube from people not in their 20s. I was also pondering Benefit’s erase paste which is now called their Boing concealer. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted September 27, 2017 Share Posted September 27, 2017 The instant age sticks settled into my wrinkles too, and I don't really even have many. That's what is so tricky about the undereye. Too dry is bad and too oily is bad. I go for oily and just set it lightly. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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