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Horse Chestnut Seed Extract
Aesculus Hippocastanum Seed Extract
Supports the look of under-eye puffiness with botanicals chosen for their vascular and fluid-support profile.
OVESSI SKINCARE
The Wake : Brightening Eye Cream
brightening dark-circle eye cream
A light, cool-finishing eye cream that cushions the under-eye with hydration and gentle nourishment while helping the area look smoother, rested, and refreshed.
£33
- Vegan and cruelty-free
- Made fresh once you order
- Dispatched within 2 working days
- Free UK shipping over £75
Made fresh for you once you order · dispatched within 2 working days.
On the skin
What this bottle brings
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Looks rested and refreshed
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Smooths dryness and surface lines
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Light, cool finish under eyes
Why this exists
The under-eye area is thinner, less sebaceous, and more prone to visible fluid retention than the rest of the face, so it often shows both puffiness and dehydration first. A standard face moisturiser can feel too heavy here, sitting on the contour rather than sitting well within it. This formula is built with a lighter emollient profile, so it can be applied comfortably right up to the orbital bone. Horse chestnut seed extract and ginkgo biloba leaf extract bring the botanical support used here for the look of under-eye fatigue, while multi-molecular hyaluronic acid addresses surface dryness that can make fine lines appear more pronounced. The result is an eye cream designed to be precise, comfortable, and notably lighter than a face cream, without feeling sparse.
Inside the bottle
The key actives
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Ginkgo Biloba Leaf Extract
Ginkgo Biloba Leaf Extract
Adds antioxidant and microcirculatory support to help the eye area look more rested and less fatigued.
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Grape Leaf Extract
Vitis Vinifera Leaf Extract
Brings flavonoid-rich botanical support that helps the under-eye area appear brighter and less dull.
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Multi-molecular Hyaluronic Acid
Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid · Sodium Hyaluronate
Draws water to different levels of the surface to ease dryness and soften the look of fine lines.
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Shea Butter
Butyrospermum Parkii Butter
Provides gentle, weightless nourishment that helps the eye contour feel comfortable without heaviness.
On the skin
Rich, but fine on contact. It glides on smoothly and settles quickly without pulling at the delicate eye contour. The finish is cool, comfortable, and free of residue.
The application
How to layer this
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Use after serum
Apply morning and night after cleansing and any treatment steps. Use a small amount, then press gently along the orbital bone.
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Keep it light
A little goes a long way around the eye area. Avoid applying too close to the lash line if your eyes are easily irritated.
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Layer with ritual care
Follow with the rest of your moisturising steps if needed, keeping this as the final targeted treatment around the eye contour.
What to expect
On the skin, over time
Day 1
The eye area feels immediately more comfortable and hydrated. Fine dryness around the orbital bone looks less pronounced after the first application.
Week 1
The area can look less fatigued and a little more even in natural light. The under-eye feels smoother to the touch, especially when dehydration has been the main concern.
Week 4
With consistent use, the eye contour appears better supported and more refreshed overall. The formula helps maintain a softer, less creased look across the week.
The deeper detail
The formulation, the provenance, the standard
Formulation
The base opens with Aqua and organic Sunflower Seed Oil, providing a balanced emollient foundation that is lighter than a standard face cream. Glycerin and Betaine deliver humectant hydration. Cetearyl Alcohol, Isoamyl Laurate, Arachidyl Alcohol, Behenyl Alcohol, and Arachidyl Glucoside form the emulsion structure that keeps the formula smooth and stable without heaviness.
Shea Butter, organically sourced, provides emollient depth : at the concentration it appears in this INCI, it softens and smooths without any heaviness or occlusion at the eye contour. Rice Bran Oil, Rice Bran Wax, Sunflower Seed Wax, and Rhus Succedanea Fruit Wax contribute a light, film-forming lipid layer that helps the delicate skin retain the moisture delivered by the humectants.
Vitis Vinifera (Grape) Leaf Extract, organically sourced, provides flavonoid-rich antioxidant and venotonic activity from the surface. Aesculus Hippocastanum (Horse Chestnut) Seed Extract, organically sourced, contributes its characteristic anti-oedema and vascular-support action. Ginkgo Biloba Leaf Extract provides broad antioxidant and microcirculatory phytochemical support. Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid and Sodium Hyaluronate address dehydration at two depths, with the hydrolysed form penetrating slightly deeper into the upper corneum and the sodium salt working at the surface.
The texture is a rich but fine cream : it applies smoothly, absorbs without pulling on the delicate skin, and leaves no residue.
Provenance
A small-batch boutique skincare house, made to order. Every bottle is formulated and filled within two working days of your order, then dispatched from the fulfilment centre closest to you : our European facility for United Kingdom and European Union customers, our United States facility for North American customers. Because every bottle is bottled to order, what arrives at your door is at the peak of its actives : nothing has been sitting against light, heat, or oxygen for months. Two-day production is the price of formulation freshness, and the boutique standard we hold ourselves to.
Cruelty-free. Vegan. Gluten free. Natural certified (Ecocert COSMOS Natural).
From our community
Reviews and reflections
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Verified
does the job
Puffiness gone, concealer happy.
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fine lines look better
Airy texture, tiny amount needed. Lines at my eye corners less obvious and concealer sits nice.
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Verified
Barrier support for eyes
Barrier wise, panthenol and urea help my under eye skin feel more protected, fresh and comfortable with fine scent.
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Verified
need barely anything
Tiniest dab does both eyes. Skin feels cushioned not tight and fine lines look softer after a few days.
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gentle and easy to use
Pea-sized amount for both eyes, little depositor is handy. No fragrance which my touchy undereyes need. Sits well under concealer and that dry crepey look by afternoon is much less noticeable. Area looks smoother overall. Only knocked a star because I'd like a bigger tube for the price.
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Verified
morning reset
Less puffy before work. Plays nicely with concealer.
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evening staple tbh
Use it after cleansing and my eyes look rested rather than greasy. Good for slightly puffy mornings. Pea-sized amount is enough so the 15ml actually lasts.
Every OVESSI order is prepared once you place it. Your order is filled, sealed and labelled for you, then dispatched within 2 working days. Nothing waits on a warehouse shelf.
- ✦Made fresh
- ○ 2-day dispatch
- →UK 3 to 7 / EU 5 to 10 / US 2 to 5 days
In case you wondered
Frequently asked
Is this suitable for morning and night use?
Yes. It is formulated for both morning and night, with a texture light enough for daytime wear and comfortable enough for evening use.
Will it feel heavy under the eyes?
No. It is designed with a lighter emollient profile than a face cream, so it sits comfortably on the delicate eye contour.
Can I use it with concealer?
Yes. Apply a small amount and allow it to settle before makeup. The finish is intended to feel smooth rather than greasy.
Does this help with puffiness?
The formula includes horse chestnut seed extract, ginkgo, and grape leaf extract, which are chosen to support the look of under-eye puffiness and fatigue.
Is it only for dry skin?
No. It is suitable for normal and oily skin too, especially if the eye area feels dehydrated or looks tired.
When will my order arrive?
We start preparing your order once it is placed and dispatch within 2 business days. From dispatch, delivery is UK 3 to 7 business days, EU 5 to 10 business days, US 2 to 5 business days.
Pair it with
Curated companions
Small batch. Filled for you. Made in EU and US.
