Whether it’s trying new products or getting lost in hours of tutorial videos, it seems as if we are always on the lookout for new ways to elevate our makeup game. 

What if we told you we had a little secret that could drastically upgrade your final look in a matter of seconds? Say hello to an under eye brightener!

We spend so much money on our makeup and tools to look good, why not make sure we have everything we need to stay looking flawless? 

Tarte Shape Tape, $23.00

Tarte Shape Tape is the holy grail of concealers, but mixing this product with an eye brightener will make all the difference. By adding this small step into your makeup routine, you will help eliminate dark circles under the eyes, brighten the area, and look more awake.

The eye brightener should be applied after your foundation but before your concealer. Here’s a look at our favorite under eye brighteners at the moment:

Dior, Flash Luminizer, $40.00

This handy radiance boost pen needs to be a staple in your makeup collection.  Sold in six different shades, not only does this product help add brightness to dark circles! Use it to highlight all of the high points of the face such as; the nose, cupids bow, under the eyebrows, on top of the cheekbones, and on the inner corners of the eyes. Who doesn’t love more bang for your buck?

Becca Cosmetics, Under Eye Brightening Corrector, $32.00

This full coverage, pink toned cream will help create the illusion of plumped, smooth skin while adding luminance to the dark circles that form under the eyes. One of the main reasons we love this product is because it won’t settle into fine lines and wrinkles, so it stays sleek and smooth all day long.

 

IT Cosmetics, Bye-Bye Under Eye, $24.00

For my ladies looking for that same full-coverage finish and a smaller price tag, this will be your golden ticket. IT Cosmetics, Bye-Bye Under Eye, can be used underneath your favorite concealer or alone as a concealer itself.

It’s loaded with Vitamin C and K and has been proven to reduce the appearance of puffiness under the eyes. Bonus: Head to your nearest Ulta to pick up a travel size for only $10.00. Who doesn’t love a good try before you buy? Once you use this product, you’ll be heading right back out the door to get the full size because you will not want to run out of this baby.

Smashbox, Photo Op Under Eye Brightener, $20.00

With hundreds of raving reviews and continuously being sold out, it’s quite apparent that Smashbox is doing something right. For an affordable price, this under eye brightener will help add radiance while covering up your lack of sleep.

Not only does this product deliver vitamin E and grape seed extract to the under eye area, but this lightweight illuminator can double as a cheek highlighter. This product is ideal for those of you that tend to have a dry under eye area as it adds nutrients and moisture back into the skin.

 

Finding the perfect product for you will help take your makeup look to the next level. Once you start using an under eye brighter, you’re going to be wondering how you ever lived without this heaven-sent product.