Getting at least the recommended seven hours (or more) of sleep a night should be the goal, but sometimes shut-eye just doesn't happen as much as you'd like — and dark, puffy circles under your eyes can be a sign of that.
If your dark circles are sleep-induced, they'll probably fade a bit once you catch some quality zzz's. (Fact: there are actually many different causes of dark circles.)
But if you'd like to look wide awake and well-rested before that can actually occur, turning to these makeup and skin-care products is your next best plan.
Before you break out the makeup, treat those tired, puffy eyes with a set of soothing, hydrating, and brightening undereye masks, like the e.l.f. Cosmetics Charcoal Hydrogel Under Eye Masks ($8 for three sets).
With the amount of concealers on the market, it can be difficult to know which one to turn to for your concerns. As a rule, brightening concealers are a solid choice for evening out skin tone and addressing specific spots. The e.l.f. Cosmetics Flawless Brightening Concealer ($5) is made with vitamin C to help brighten the skin and fade dark circles — on top of just instantly covering them up.
If your dark circles are genetic (and get darker with a lack of sleep), using a daily eye cream with brightening vitamin C can be helpful in addressing the concern over time. The Kiehl's Since 1851 Powerful-Strength Dark Circle Reducing Vitamin C Eye Serum ($50) is said to deliver a difference in about a week.
Color correctors with an orangey tone, like the e.l.f. Cosmetics Color Correcting Stick ($4), help to neutralize the appearance of dark circles. Just don't forget to apply an actual concealer over your color corrector!
On top of vitamin C and collagen to address signs of aging and uneven skin tone, the OLEHENRIKSEN Banana Bright Eye Crème ($39) is made with pigments to instantly brighten the undereye area.
Apply the niacinamide-infused e.l.f. Cosmetics Camo CC Cream ($14) to create an even canvas and address discoloration before your concealer. This formula offers full coverage but feels incredibly lightweight.
The moisturizing e.l.f. Cosmetics 16H Camo Concealer ($6) offers seriously impressive coverage and lasts all day long. No one will know you stayed up until 2 a.m. watching the Olympics.
Help depuff that sensitized area before putting on your concealer with the teeny end of a face roller. You'll love the cooling sensation the Herbivore Jade De-Puffing Face Roller ($30) offers.