The Ordinary - Caffeine Solution 5% + EGCG - 30ml (4ea) Set

One of the things I like about this product is that it is very affordable. It costs around $10, which is much cheaper than other products on the market. A bottle will last awhile too because only a drop or two is needed. It is also vegan and cruelty-free. I have been using this product for four months now, and my eyes are a little less puffy. This does nothing for dark under eyes though. I don't think this product is a miracle worker. It's not going to completely eliminate puffiness or dark circles, but it can help to improve the appearance of the under-eye area. The product has an almost thick consistency, and is slightly tacky once applying but that will go away as it absorbs. It also tightens your under eye area which is something to consider if you have ... MoreOne of the things I like about this product is that it is very affordable. It costs around $10, which is much cheaper than other products on the market. A bottle will last awhile too because only a drop or two is needed. It is also vegan and cruelty-free. I have been using this product for four months now, and my eyes are a little less puffy. This does nothing for dark under eyes though. I don't think this product is a miracle worker. It's not going to completely eliminate puffiness or dark circles, but it can help to improve the appearance of the under-eye area. The product has an almost thick consistency, and is slightly tacky once applying but that will go away as it absorbs. It also tightens your under eye area which is something to consider if you have sensitive skin. Overall, it’s not a bad product given the price point, and if you aren’t needing a complete under eye makeover.

I've been testing out this product for around 3 months now and I've come to the conclusion that it's just not for me. It has a really unique texture that's almost thick and gummy- it isn't runny at all and the bottle will last you a long time. The price is very nice considering how long this will last you, I only needed a drop or two for both eyes. It's unscented as well. One thing I will say is that it does tighten up the eyes- I've been using it on days where I wake up with puffy undereyes and after applying this the bags do noticeably reduce. The problem is that it FEELS tight. The spots where I apply this feel like they're being pulled, or like the skin is very dry and tight. It's not painful or intolerable, but it is uncomfortable- as somebody with very dry and ... MoreI've been testing out this product for around 3 months now and I've come to the conclusion that it's just not for me. It has a really unique texture that's almost thick and gummy- it isn't runny at all and the bottle will last you a long time. The price is very nice considering how long this will last you, I only needed a drop or two for both eyes. It's unscented as well. One thing I will say is that it does tighten up the eyes- I've been using it on days where I wake up with puffy undereyes and after applying this the bags do noticeably reduce. The problem is that it FEELS tight. The spots where I apply this feel like they're being pulled, or like the skin is very dry and tight. It's not painful or intolerable, but it is uncomfortable- as somebody with very dry and sensitive skin, I can't stand that sensation. It leaves your skin a bit tacky, which added to the discomfort. On top of that, I began to notice this irritating my skin. If I use this serum for two days in a row, the skin around my eyes begins to feel dry and itchy, and I notice a bit of redness too. Out of curiosity, I tried applying it to my nasolabial folds a couple times to see if the tightening effect would help fine lines, and I ended up getting some small zits there. You may not encounter this issue if your skin isn't sensitive, but the skin around your eyes is so precious and delicate that I can't recommend risking it. I also saw no improvement with pigmentation around the eyes, but that may be something that requires longer usage time.

This product is really helps! I bought this product a few weeks ago. Well I noticed since then I have been using it every day and night for around three weeks even after only using it for so little time I can definitely see the difference! This serum is so hydrating and so thick I think it’s incredible, the formula is beautiful and it’s super smooth, and it doesn’t have a horrible sent (doesn’t smell like chemicals). Even though I have used it over is 30+ times I have barely used any product this stuff. I think it’s only necessary for couple of dabs or drops on your lower eyelid and then to just rub it in. The only issue I have a found is that since it’s such a vicious solution a lot of it sticks to the dropper tool so when putting the dropper tool back in the ... MoreThis product is really helps! I bought this product a few weeks ago. Well I noticed since then I have been using it every day and night for around three weeks even after only using it for so little time I can definitely see the difference! This serum is so hydrating and so thick I think it’s incredible, the formula is beautiful and it’s super smooth, and it doesn’t have a horrible sent (doesn’t smell like chemicals). Even though I have used it over is 30+ times I have barely used any product this stuff. I think it’s only necessary for couple of dabs or drops on your lower eyelid and then to just rub it in. The only issue I have a found is that since it’s such a vicious solution a lot of it sticks to the dropper tool so when putting the dropper tool back in the bottle, sometimes it’s gonna hit the rim and it becomes crispy and white when it dries out because you’re not able to clean it because the lid gets in the way, but if you take a damp hot towel, it dissolves it right away and brings it back to looking new again. I would easily recommend this to anyone who has dark circles, or under eye bags that aren’t incredibly severe.

Didn't work for genetic dark circles

I really wanted to like this! For full disclosure, I have NEVER had success with ANY product that has been marketed for improving dark circles; however, this product has excellent reviews and is relatively inexpensive, so it was worth a try. I don't know if there are necessarily different "kinds" of dark circles, but I have had dark circles since I was very young, and I have had a dermatologist describe them as "hereditary." Unfortunately, I think that I might be in the group of people that would only be able to improve the appearance of my dark circles if I did tear trough fillers. Additionally, the skin under my eyes is very thin. Veins are visible under my eyes and around my eyelids.I didn't have the experience that some other reviewers are describing where ... MoreI really wanted to like this! For full disclosure, I have NEVER had success with ANY product that has been marketed for improving dark circles; however, this product has excellent reviews and is relatively inexpensive, so it was worth a try. I don't know if there are necessarily different "kinds" of dark circles, but I have had dark circles since I was very young, and I have had a dermatologist describe them as "hereditary." Unfortunately, I think that I might be in the group of people that would only be able to improve the appearance of my dark circles if I did tear trough fillers. Additionally, the skin under my eyes is very thin. Veins are visible under my eyes and around my eyelids.I didn't have the experience that some other reviewers are describing where they saw an instant result as a result of the caffeine. My dark circles look the same in the morning as they do throughout the day and at night, so maybe I am just not in the demographic of people that would benefit from the caffeine in this. This product truly didn't make my dark circles better or worse.I did give this product a couple stars because it was kind of moisturizing. However, I took off stars because (1) it didn't improve my dark circles and (2) the stickiness that other reviewers have already described was annoying. I did wait to review this product until I had used the full bottle in both the AM and PM, which is what the label says to do. The stickiness was particularly annoying in the AM because I felt like I had to wait for the serum to "dry" before beginning my makeup routine in the morning. Obviously, this was less of an obstacle in the evening. Still, the stickiness was not great.TL;DR: If your dark circles are genetic/caused by thin skin around the eyes, this might not be for you.

Get you some

I was gifted The Ordinary Caffeine Solution 5% + EGCG 30ml complimentary from The Ordinary for my review. Its not as runny as a serum it stays where you put it. You can tap it lightly under your lovely eyes.It gets the skin under your eyes taught. It is also usable on your face all over or even on your body. It helps your under eye appearance. It deletes dark & puffy. It does make your skin feel tighter when The ordinary caffeine solution 5% + EGCG 30 ml is drying on your skin. It can take about month of constant use for you to notice real obvious results. The ordinary Caffeine & Egcg solution helps with wrinkles, hyperpigmentation, & fine lines. The Egcg reduces your skin sebum excretions (a helper to get rid of acne) & exfoliates your skin. The mixture of the ... MoreI was gifted The Ordinary Caffeine Solution 5% + EGCG 30ml complimentary from The Ordinary for my review. Its not as runny as a serum it stays where you put it. You can tap it lightly under your lovely eyes.It gets the skin under your eyes taught. It is also usable on your face all over or even on your body. It helps your under eye appearance. It deletes dark & puffy. It does make your skin feel tighter when The ordinary caffeine solution 5% + EGCG 30 ml is drying on your skin. It can take about month of constant use for you to notice real obvious results. The ordinary Caffeine & Egcg solution helps with wrinkles, hyperpigmentation, & fine lines. The Egcg reduces your skin sebum excretions (a helper to get rid of acne) & exfoliates your skin. The mixture of the caffeine and the ecgc also helps to get rid of cellulite & improves elasticity, & suppleness. So during the day is good to put this solution on. The ordinary Caffeine & Egcg solution helps your blood vessels dilate & the darkness & puffiness go away. Also The Ordinary caffeine & Egcg solution is good to put on at night. This is when the antioxidants work by preventing water loss, repairs your DNA, & protects your skin barrier. So you can see with The ordinary Caffeine & Egcg solution you can feel and see some immediate results. Get you some .

Good product for me

Now, I considered a lot of the reviews I read but I figured it was worth the try for the price and I was right. I did a patch test before using all around my eyes to see if I would have a reaction (I have a scar on my eyebrow from a bad reaction from a product years ago) and thankfully it turned out okay. Didn't feel any burning, warmth, or itchiness. Same thing for my husband. Product seriously goes a long way. It's a gel like consistency and I usually only need a drop for both eyes and even then there's still some left over. If you have issues with sticky texture though this might be something you would need to think about. Some people say it fades quickly and it does in a sense but it leaves a tightening feeling that'll only go away for me when I move to ... MoreNow, I considered a lot of the reviews I read but I figured it was worth the try for the price and I was right. I did a patch test before using all around my eyes to see if I would have a reaction (I have a scar on my eyebrow from a bad reaction from a product years ago) and thankfully it turned out okay. Didn't feel any burning, warmth, or itchiness. Same thing for my husband. Product seriously goes a long way. It's a gel like consistency and I usually only need a drop for both eyes and even then there's still some left over. If you have issues with sticky texture though this might be something you would need to think about. Some people say it fades quickly and it does in a sense but it leaves a tightening feeling that'll only go away for me when I move to moisturizer. Now, I mostly got this cause of dark puffiness that I get and it does work for that. I saw the difference within the 2nd week of repeated use and definitely think it was worth it, plus I find that it's worked a lot better than a lot of different eye creams I've tried.

Highly recommend

I received this product from offered by the ordinary! After using The Ordinary Caffeine Solution 5% + EGCG, I’ve seen a marked improvement in the puffiness and dark circles under my eyes. The product comes in a handy amber glass dropper bottle, which keeps the solution protected from light. Its lightweight, fast-absorbing formula leaves no residue, making it easy to apply around the eyes both morning and night. The caffeine works wonders in reducing under-eye bags, while the EGCG helps with inflammation and offers skin protection. With its focus on potent active ingredients and a minimalistic ingredient list, it’s gentle enough for sensitive skin. Considering its affordability and longevity, this product provides excellent value. Overall, this solution has become an ... MoreI received this product from offered by the ordinary! After using The Ordinary Caffeine Solution 5% + EGCG, I’ve seen a marked improvement in the puffiness and dark circles under my eyes. The product comes in a handy amber glass dropper bottle, which keeps the solution protected from light. Its lightweight, fast-absorbing formula leaves no residue, making it easy to apply around the eyes both morning and night. The caffeine works wonders in reducing under-eye bags, while the EGCG helps with inflammation and offers skin protection. With its focus on potent active ingredients and a minimalistic ingredient list, it’s gentle enough for sensitive skin. Considering its affordability and longevity, this product provides excellent value. Overall, this solution has become an essential part of my skincare regimen, and I highly recommend it for anyone looking to tackle puffiness or dark circles.

Love this!

I've only had this product for a few days, but felt the need to review it right away. I have struggled with hereditary dark circles my entire life, and now at 51, these circles are exacerbated by the crepey skin under my eyes and puffiness along the orbital bone. When I apply this caffeine solution on top of the multi-peptide eye serum I've been using, I notice immediate results. The under eye area becomes less puffy and lighter. Of course I will still want to wear concealer, but maybe after months of use, even that will improve! Unfortunately I wish I noticed more improvement from the multipeptide I serum. I've developed a little crepiness around the inner corners of each under eye. I've used the peptide serum for 2 months now, and have not seen improvement. In ... MoreI've only had this product for a few days, but felt the need to review it right away. I have struggled with hereditary dark circles my entire life, and now at 51, these circles are exacerbated by the crepey skin under my eyes and puffiness along the orbital bone. When I apply this caffeine solution on top of the multi-peptide eye serum I've been using, I notice immediate results. The under eye area becomes less puffy and lighter. Of course I will still want to wear concealer, but maybe after months of use, even that will improve! Unfortunately I wish I noticed more improvement from the multipeptide I serum. I've developed a little crepiness around the inner corners of each under eye. I've used the peptide serum for 2 months now, and have not seen improvement. In fact I've questioned whether the creepiness is getting worse. It looks terrible with concealer. For now, I will continue my search for a fix for the creepiness, and I will enjoy the relief I'm getting from the dark circles and puffiness using the caffeine solution.

Shocking Improvement

I am 45 and have been plagued with dark circles since I can remember. I’ve have tried many eye creams over the years and not a single one made a noticeable improvement. Cassandra Bankson is a huge advocate against eye creams, saying they are overpriced moisturizers. But I recently watched one of her Youtube videos where she mentions the Caffeine Solution, and explains its mechanisms and potential benefits for puffiness and dark/purple circles. She uses it all over her face. I decided to experiment for the first time in a way that would tangibly demonstrate if an eye product would make a difference, and applied the serum only on my right eye (left side in the pic!), AM and PM, before my other face serum and moisturizer. It has an oily-ish texture but doesn’t feel ... MoreI am 45 and have been plagued with dark circles since I can remember. I’ve have tried many eye creams over the years and not a single one made a noticeable improvement. Cassandra Bankson is a huge advocate against eye creams, saying they are overpriced moisturizers. But I recently watched one of her Youtube videos where she mentions the Caffeine Solution, and explains its mechanisms and potential benefits for puffiness and dark/purple circles. She uses it all over her face. I decided to experiment for the first time in a way that would tangibly demonstrate if an eye product would make a difference, and applied the serum only on my right eye (left side in the pic!), AM and PM, before my other face serum and moisturizer. It has an oily-ish texture but doesn’t feel greasy, and absorbs quickly without leaving a glossy sheen. It has a pleasant cooling sensation immediately when applied. Within a week I could see a slight brightening on that side. This photo was taken three weeks after starting. It is very, very apparent the right eye is brighter at this point. I have always had puffiness under my eyes as well, which I don’t see an improvement in (the actual volume of the bags), but it is less apparent with the lightening of the purplish hue in the area.

Yes you can use it here & you can use it there

I received The Ordinary Caffeine Solution 5% + EGCG 30ml in exchange for my review. It helps your under eye appearance. It deletes dark & puffy. It does make your skin feel taught and tighter when The ordinary caffeine solution 5% + EGCG 30 ml is drying on your skin. This is a thicker solution. It doesn't run immediately when you put it on your skin. It does take some people a few days to see some results , some people can feel it working immediately and it can also take a month for you to notice real obvious results. The ordinary Caffeine & Egcg solution helps with dark circles, puffiness, wrinkles , hyperpigmentation, and fine lines. It is good for your under eye area and your skin. It can also help with acne because it has anti inflammatory properties. The ... MoreI received The Ordinary Caffeine Solution 5% + EGCG 30ml in exchange for my review. It helps your under eye appearance. It deletes dark & puffy. It does make your skin feel taught and tighter when The ordinary caffeine solution 5% + EGCG 30 ml is drying on your skin. This is a thicker solution. It doesn't run immediately when you put it on your skin. It does take some people a few days to see some results , some people can feel it working immediately and it can also take a month for you to notice real obvious results. The ordinary Caffeine & Egcg solution helps with dark circles, puffiness, wrinkles , hyperpigmentation, and fine lines. It is good for your under eye area and your skin. It can also help with acne because it has anti inflammatory properties. The mixture of the caffeine and the ecgc from green tea leaves also helps to get rid of cellulite and improves skins elasticity. The Egcg also increases the suppleness of your skin . So during the day is good to put this solution on. The ordinary Caffeine & Egcg solution helps your blood vessels dilate and the darkness and puffiness go away. And it's actually good to put it on at night. Because, at night the antioxidants that get dulled out because of the sun actually get to work at night. At night it prevents water loss repairs your DNA and protects your skin barrier. The Egcg reduces your skin sebum excretions and exfoliates your skin . So you can see that this The ordinary Caffeine & Egcg solution is actually a great solution for your under eye area as well as for skincare. You could actually use it all over your body if you wanted. Check it out.