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The 8 best eye creams to banish your dark circles

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There’s nothing that makes you look more tired and worn out than dark circles under your eyes, but it seems like no amount of sleep can make them go away sometimes.

Caused by everything from fatigue, to age, oversleeping (would you believe it?), allergies, anemia and more, dark circles are among the most common skincare woes people battle on a daily basis.

So how do you get rid of them? On top of getting the right amount of sleep and staying hydrated, you should be incorporating a nourishing eye cream into your skincare routine.

We’ve rounded up eight of our favourites below and don’t stress about money – there’s one for every budget.

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Jurlique Herbal Recovery Signature Eye Cream, $66 via MYER

Made with Persian Silk Tree Extract (sounds fancy) this cream promises to minimise the appearance of puffiness and dark circles, while also smoothing the delicate skin around your eyes.

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The Ordinary Caffeine Solution 5% + EGCG, $12.70 via Adore Beauty

Who doesn’t love a bargain from The Ordinary? Packed with an extremely high 5% concentration of caffeine, this little solution will wake up your under eyes just like a steaming shot of espresso.

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Estée Lauder Revitalizing Supreme Youth Power Eye Balm, $103 via MYER

This little pot of gold is pricey, but it works. The luxe cream improves firmness and elasticity for a supple, less puffy under eye and you can even use it as a weekly eye mask for stubborn dark circles.

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Olay Eyes Pro Retinol Eye Cream Treatment, $22.05 via Amazon

Formulated with Olay’s best anti wrinkle agent, Retinyl Propionate, this budget option will hydrate and plump your under eyes while also brightening dark circles.

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OLE HENRIKSEN Banana Bright Eye Crème, on sale for $36 via Sephora

With collagen and Vitamin C as its star ingredients, this citrusy cream will brighten and firm your under-eyes for the well-rested look you’re craving.

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Murad Professional Eye Lift Firming Treatment, $108 via Adore Beauty

Another luxury treatment, this professional strength option is guaranteed to make a difference with its two-step process. First you swipe the serum under your eyes to target dark circles, then apply the eye pads over it to lock all the goodness in and really brighten and plump.

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Estée Lauder Advanced Night Repair Eye Supercharged Complex, $110 via Adore Beauty

The price tag may be intimidating, but consumers absolutely swear by this cream. Formulated with hyaluronic acid and potent antioxidants, it promises to have your eyes looking renewed and revitalised.

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Kiehl’s Creamy Eye Treatment with Avocado, $52 via Adore Beauty

This supple cream sits beautifully under makeup and even helps prevent dark circles and fine lines from forming, so you can be proactive about your skin concerns.

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