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Surgery or medical treatments are probably the only solutions that will completely banish under-eye bags and dark circles.

There are very high-quality eye creams out there, such as theLa Prairie Caviar Eye Cream.

Woman with pink patches under her eyes

They come with very expensive price tags, though, so you might opt for medical treatment instead.

Thankfully, there is.

Eye patches can be brought out for a pick-me-up or for some extra brightening and smoothing before an event.

Two women with green under eye patches

So what ingredients should you be looking out for to ensure that your under-eye patches actually work?

Helping to boost circulation, the ingredient may also help with pigmentation under the eyes.

For under-eye circles derived from hyperpigmentation, vitamin C works to stop the production of excess melanin.

Pink under eye patches with face roller and eucalyptus

It gets rid of dark spots and discoloration, leaving illuminated eyes in its wake (viaInStyle).

If dryness is your struggle, ceramides are the key to hydration.

For fine lines and wrinkles, retinol does the trick.

Also, be sure to use sunscreen during the day.

To brighten the eyes, try theDerma E Vitamin C Bright Eyes Hydro Gel Patches.

An effective skincare duo, niacinamide and vitamin C work in tandem to brighten and smooth eye bags.

The product also contains aloe vera leaf juice and cucumber extract, hydrating the skin under the eyes.