Name: Caffeine Solution 5% + EGCG
Brand: The Ordinary
Rating: 2.2 (26 reviews)

The whisper

A polarizing staple that delivers for some

While some users swear by its ability to brighten tired eyes, others report significant irritation and dryness. It remains a divisive choice that demands a patch test.

48%positive

V1 📕89%♪45%142 voices

"after I've done this I use this no generic caffeine solution for into my eyes... so your usual ring finger because you have to leave patient up when your tote your eyes Wow"

Whispered by Jorja Smith · ~7 years ago

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Jorja Smith

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"after I've done this I use this no generic caffeine solution for into my eyes... so your usual ring finger because you have to leave patient up when your tote your eyes Wow"

— Jorja Smith, Vogue Beauty Secrets

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89%

😊 Positive

11%

💬 Neutral

👎 Negative

Users consider this serum a 'holy grail' for de-puffing eyes and reducing dark circles, praising its high 5% caffeine concentration and affordability. It is frequently recommended for 'stay-up-late' routines due to its fast-acting results and lightweight texture.

😊

论眼皮消肿这块，咖啡因就是真神！...暴力消肿很厉害

When it comes to de-puffing eyelids, caffeine is the true god! ...The aggressive de-puffing is very powerful.

😊

不到一张的价格，效果却能叫板很多大几百的眼部产品，即时消水肿、淡化黑眼圈

At a price of less than 100 RMB, the effect can challenge many eye products costing hundreds; it instantly removes edema and fades dark circles.

😊

早起肿成核桃的眼泡就一整个平滑巨多！！...眼精华全能ace。

Puffy eyes that look like walnuts in the morning become so much smoother!! ...An all-around ace eye serum.

😊

30ml，80元的价格，个人觉得很不错了。夏天用更轻盈无负担

30ml for 80 yuan, I personally think it's very good. It's lightweight and burden-free for summer use.

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45%

😊 Positive

15%

💬 Neutral

40%

👎 Negative

Users are divided on the product's efficacy; while many praise its ability to reduce puffiness and brighten tired eyes, a significant number of users report no visible results, skin dryness, or irritation.

😊

As a single mom who never gets proper sleep I LOVE this product. I barely have any dark circles anymore thanks to this!

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It gave me a chemical burn 😟

👎

it doesn’t work, gave me bumps

👎

I stopped using it every day because it made ny skin around my eyes extremely dry. 😕

😊

I’ve been using this for almost a year and love it