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Tinted sunscreens protect under-eyes while concealing dark circles

ELLE editors selected specific tinted SPF products that offer sun protection and color correction for the delicate skin around the eyes.

These Tinted SPFs Protect Your Under-Eyes and Conceal Dark Circles
File photo These Tinted SPFs Protect Your Under-Eyes and Conceal Dark Circles Photo: Elle

Selected products offer dual benefits

The article lists three top choices including the Colorescience Total Eye 3-in-1 Renewal Therapy SPF 35 priced at $79. Drmtlgy Luminous Eye Corrector SPF 41 costs $44 and provides the best pigmentation coverage. RMS Beauty ReFresh Eye Brightener Broad Spectrum SPF 30 is available for $49 and offers color correcting properties. These items function as multi-taskers by shielding skin from sun damage while brightening the complexion immediately.

Dermatologist explains eye area needs

New York City-based board-certified dermatologist Dr Pearl Ugwu-Dike weighed in on these items. According to her, the skin beneath the eyes is especially prone to showing visible signs of photoaging such as fine lines and hyperpigmentation. This area often gets neglected when people apply conventional sunscreen routines to their faces. Tinted sunscreens align cosmetic benefits with dermatological needs by protecting skin while making it look good today.

Testing process involved expert review

Emma Aerin Becker, an associate beauty commerce writer at ELLE, sought guidance from board-certified dermatologists regarding the optimal tinted SPFs for under-eye areas. She tested the products personally and combed through hundreds of customer reviews to assess their features. The evaluation considered how much coverage users want and how their skin type behaves throughout the day.

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