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They say the eyes are the windows to the soul — but they're also the windows to our level of sleep deprivation. Puffy under-eyes and dark circles might be signs of exhaustion, but we don't have to broadcast to the world that we stayed up scrolling on our phones instead of getting a full eight hours of shut-eye. The right skin care products can liven things up, and that's where the Velamo Advanced Retinol Eye Stick comes in. Shoppers of all ages say they're amazed by how much brighter their eyes look after a few applications, and the price is down to just $13 (from $20) at Amazon.
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Check out my full Colorfulkoala leggings review for more.
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"Loungewear looks luxe when it's monochromatic," explains Senior Style Writer Rebecca Carhart. "Even though this set is casual, it feels so sophisticated and exemplifies the rich mom aesthetic that's been trending for a while. The pale apricot hue is a dream, but there are 17 colors to shop. And since they're all on sale right now, I'm using this opportunity to grab a few options to mix and match."
My price trackers tell me this set has rarely been on sale for less than it is now.
According to Senior Beauty Editor Jennifer Romolini, "This Sarah Jessica Parker favorite brand is a drugstore skin care legend for a reason: It's proven to work. In a clinical study, 97% of those who tried the Retinol Correxion reported smoother skin after just a single night. Users said their skin was 63% more hydrated after one week and visibly firmer after a month. RoC's retinol serum is recommended and tested by dermatologists."
Thousands of Amazon shoppers swear by it too, and this pack is nearly 40% off — about as low as it's been all year.
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Reviewers in their 50s and 60s have found a genius way to 'stick' it to dark circles and fine lines. You can expect results in as little as three weeks.
"I absolutely love this product," said one repeat buyer. "My eye area is dry, and as I've aged I have gotten wrinkles and dark circles. This eye cream has worked miracles. My eyes are brighter and the dark circles have lightened. It feels amazing as soon as you apply, giving my eye area lots of moisture. I have tried several eye creams over the years and this one is by far one of the best. I definitely recommend."
Inexpensive yet high-quality skin care is hard to come by, but this stick has thousands of five-star ratings to back it up. When you compare it to luxury brands or professional treatments — which can cost thousands — it's not just a deal, it's a steal. According to our price trackers, this is the lowest price this popular product has ever been, but you'll want to grab it quickly, as it's marked as a limited-time deal — so there's no telling how long it will last.
Retinol is a powerhouse ingredient when it comes to a wide range of skin concerns. Not only can it help unclog pores and exfoliate, but it's effective at increasing cell turnover and stimulating collagen production, which equals plumper, firmer-looking skin. This small yet mighty stick packs a punch in terms of eye-boosting power: In addition to retinol, it contains a power peptide complex, squalane and astaxanthin to preserve that delicate skin's moisture, firm up under-eye bags, brighten dark circles, reduce puffiness and even help smooth out fine lines. We're lookin' at you, crow's feet!
One caveat: While this product was designed to be safe for sensitive skin, introducing retinol into your routine too quickly can cause irritation. To start, the brand recommends applying it every two or three nights, and then upping it to nightly after two to four weeks. And we do mean nightly, as retinol can increase the skin's sensitivity to sunlight. (Which reminds us: Use sunscreen during the day — we have some excellent, dermatologist-recommended finds, as well as other fan-favorite SPF products.)
More than 5,200 Amazon reviewers have given the Velamo Advanced Retinol Eye Stick a perfect rating, with many lauding its effectiveness in eliminating dark under-eye circles.
"I absolutely love this product," said one repeat buyer. "My eye area is dry, and as I've aged, I have gotten wrinkles and dark circles. This eye cream has worked miracles. My eyes are brighter and the dark circles have lightened. It feels amazing as soon as you apply, giving my eye area lots of moisture. I have tried several eye creams over the years and this one is by far one of the best."
This five-star reviewer wrote: "Being in my early 50’s, I’ve tried countless products to help with saggy under eye skin along with dark circles. I’ve only been using this for a few weeks but I’m definitely seeing positive results….much better results than any other product I’ve tried."
"I was very skeptical, because I know nothing can really get rid of wrinkles! This product is great, no scent... I started using it at night, applying before bed. I didn't notice results right away, but after about 2 weeks, I've noticed that my fairly deep crows feet lines have actually noticeably decreased! I have tried so many products before, and none have made a noticeable difference like this one," gushed another fan.
Users with oily or combination skin may want to prioritize this stick in their overnight beauty routine: "Since my skin tends to be somewhat oily, I will only use this unscented stick applicator at night, as it has the consistency of Vaseline," said one devotee. "For me, it would be too greasy to use under makeup."
Another reviewer added, "I wish they would be more open about how much retinol is in the product, but knowing how potent it is, it's usually in the last line of ingredients for most products."
Psst: Did you know retinol isn't just for your face? I swear by this affordable (and on-sale!) Gold Bond Age Renew Retinol Overnight Body & Face Lotion, in case you want to round out your collection.
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The reviews quoted above reflect the most recent versions at the time of publication.
