In this video I’m ranking 10 under eye brighteners/color correctors that I actually own and use, and I’m doing it the only way that makes sense for my 59-year-old, super dry under eyes: worst to first. I’ll show you what my under eyes normally look like (deep, dark, and yes… scary-looking), then I break down how each product performs on dryness, crepiness, settling into wrinkles, and—most importantly—how it sits underneath concealer. A lot of these were “high hopes” products that just didn’t have enough moisture for me (looking at you, some stick and putty formulas). Others were surprisingly good, especially when the formula was creamy, hydrating, and didn’t emphasize texture. My top tier picks are the ones that brighten, cover, and still look like skin—without turning my under eye area into a dry, wrinkly mess. And yes, I reveal my #1 (a $6 gem that I wear constantly), plus the plot twist: the product I’m wearing in the video isn’t my number one—it’s my runner-up from Revlon. If you’ve got mature under eyes and you’re trying to look “somewhat human” without fighting your concealer all day, this ranking will save you time and money.