First impressions matter, and this little tube delivered. The gel has a slightly thick texture, but you really only need a tiny dab—seriously, less than a pea-size amount. It glides on smoothly and dries down without leaving any sticky residue (unless you go overboard).

I keep mine in the fridge, and that cold application in the morning is *chef’s kiss*. Within minutes, my puffy under-eyes look noticeably tighter and more awake. The caffeine and yerba mate combo works like magic for depuffing, though I’ll admit my dark circles haven’t vanished entirely—just softened.

What surprised me most? The hydration. My under-eyes stay plump and soft for hours, even under makeup. No chalky residue like some high-end brands I’ve tried (looking at you, P.T.R.). For $6? Unreal value.

Downsides? The packaging could use a pump, and the weird beige color is… odd. But for results this good at this price? I’ll deal. Pro tip: Skip those gimmicky rollerballs—this is the real deal.