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Gabrielle Union, 52, says this beauty must-have sends under-eye bags packing
Baggage belongs at the airport, not under your eyes! The actress joins a legion of fans who swear by this de-puffing gel for an instant refresh.
If you've spent any time scrolling social media in search of anti-aging products, there's a good chance you've come across Dr. Brandt's Needles No More collection. Designed to deliver in-office results from the comfort of your own home, these powerhouse products consistently go viral because, well, they work so well.
Of all the Needles No More products, the Eye De-Puffing Gel is among the most popular. People who swear by it say it reduces the appearance of bags and dark circles under the eye within minutes. Everyday folks are fans of this product, and it turns out, so are stars like actress Gabrielle Union. "If I’m not working, I don’t want to put on makeup. I recently bought Dr. Brandt’s Needles No More No More Baggage Eye De-Puffing Gel after seeing it on TikTok, and I’ll use that to bring down my allergy swelling," Union told Harper's Bazaar.
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This unisex product is designed for both women and men, and can be used on all skin types. It absorbs quickly into the skin and can be worn on its own or underneath makeup. Some people who've used the product recommend mixing this eye cream with your foundation for easier application. "I finally figured out the trick to flawless application," the reviewer shared. "Put some of the back of your hand and add a touch of foundation to it, then blend them together and apply section by section."
So, how does an under-$50 product tighten and firm the delicate skin under your eyes in such a short amount of time? The secret is the brand's Filmatrix technology, which "creates a second skin film that tightens the eye contour to visibly reduce under-eye bags, puffiness and dark circles." The cream also contains caffeine to reduce inflammation and peptides to restore elasticity and firmness.
While Dr. Brandt's eye de-puffing gel boasts lots of fans on social media, Amazon shoppers give the product mixed reviews. Over 2,100 five-star reviewers swear by this cream for reducing puffiness, though some balk at the price, and others note it can leave a residue.
"I am very pleased with this product," one customer wrote in their review. "I am 66 years old and knew that it was time for a little help with my dark circles and puffiness under my eyes. I used it as directed, let it set a few minutes. I could see the results by then. Then applied my makeup as usual. At 5:00 p.m. it was still working — no dark circles and still firm skin. I think that this will be my go-to on days that I'm out and about and just need a little confidence booster."
Another added, "I have tried so many under eye bag creams and this is the only one that actually reduced the puffiness under my eyes. And I sent pics to a bunch of friends to make sure it wasn't all in my head. This is pricey, and it is small, but OMG it does work."
"It works, but with some work and flaws," one shopper explained. "It is very clay-like and hard to get out of the tube. I recommend warming to achieve a creamier texture. Then smooth on under-eye bags quickly. It dries fast and there is no turning back after it's set. If it turns out clumpy, you can't just wipe it off, you have to wash the area and start over. It will leave a crepey look, but I guess it's better than bags."
"The product seems to help the puffiness and dark circles under my eyes, but I gave it three stars because it leaves an orange residue on my skin," one person wrote.
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Look refreshed and revived—no nap or needles required. While that nap would be nice, this little tube works wonders in the meantime.
The reviews quoted above reflect the most recent versions at the time of publication.
