The joy of the festive season is here, and with it comes a busy social calendar filled with Christmas catch-ups, late-night parties and “just one more” mulled wine before you go. But, if you’re noticing your skin – and, more specifically, your eyes – are looking a little tired this December, it’s time to introduce detoxifying steps into your skincare ritual.

So, we’ve created your guide for brighter eyes that appear radiant all through the Christmas season (and beyond). Follow these steps for a Festive Eye Glow that rescues tired-looking eyes pre- and post-party…

The festive eye glow: 5 soothing steps to brighter eyes

A lack of sleep through December can wreak havoc on your complexion, and the delicate skin around your eyes is particularly vulnerable. Dryness, dullness, fine lines and puffiness are all-too-common challenges at this time of year, but help is at hand. With the right eye care products and a lymphatic drainage massage, eye bags start to disappear. So, whether you’re preparing for a party or hiding signs of festive fatigue, this is your five-step regimen:

1. Choose the right eye cream

A sculpting, depuffing and nourishing formula is key for glowing eyes that appear fresh and youthful, so pick an eye cream that targets dark circles, dryness and under-eye bags. Eye Revive Cream does this and more, with the break-through LYMPHACTIVE™ Complex helping to support your lymphatic system; the system responsible for eliminating toxins and easing water retention. Meanwhile, a boost of caffeine re-energises the under-eye area, vitamin C helps to brighten dark shadows, and Bio-Retinol promotes collagen production. It's a multitasking must-have. Use it morning and night for instant hydration, and a velvety finish that creates the perfect canvas for your eye makeup. 

2. Apply to under-eyes and upper eyelids

Use your ring finger – as it's the gentlest – to tap Eye Revive Cream from the inner corner of your eye across the upper eyelid until you reach the outer corner. Follow this same motion along the under-eye area, so you're tapping from the inner corner to the outer edge, and keep going until you reach the temples. This technique helps to ease fluid retention for a depuffed appearance.  

3. Enhance lymphatic drainage

Before your eye cream has fully absorbed, repeat the motions above five more times. But, slightly change your technique; use a sweeping gesture above the eyelids while continuing to tap along the under-eyes. 

4. Treat lower lids to eye patches

Place the Reusable Eye Patches underneath your eyes. These soft, silicone masks lock-in and boost the results of Eye Revive Cream, giving you a depuffed look in just 15 minutes. You can also reuse them up to 50 times, so they're not just for the festive season. All year round, they make signs of fatigue and tired-looking eyes disappear.

5. Remove and glow

After 15 minutes, remove the Reusable Eye Patches, and you're ready to glow. You can follow this step-by-step at night, in the morning, or just before you go out to vanquish a tired appearance.

More tips to rescue tired-looking eyes

1. Drink plenty of water

Dehydration can exacerbate puffy eyelids and dark shadows, so when you get home from a party, make sure you keep your body hydrated with plenty of water. Try to reduce your intake of salty snacks, too, as these can also make your eyes appear puffier.

2. Reduce screen time

Avoid digital eye strain by spending less time looking at screens. This isn't just helpful for eye health, but it also reduces your exposure to blue light, which can negatively impact your sleep quality.

3. Apply cold compresses

Before following the lymphatic-activating steps above, apply a cold compress to heavy eyelids and puffy under-eye bags. Cold spoons kept in the fridge will also help, as the chilly temperature constricts blood vessels to reduce dark shadows.

4. Carefully remove makeup

Before you go to bed each night, make sure you're removing every last trace of makeup. The Cream-to-Foam Cleanser dissolves even stubborn mascara with no rubbing or tugging required. Massage it into your skin, add water to see it transform into a foam, and then rinse thoroughly. Repeat on heavy makeup days when your skin needs a thorough detox.

5. Get just enough sleep

Simple yet effective. When your social calendar allows, aim to get around eight hours of sleep at night. But try not to sleep too much; this can cause fluid to build up, which promotes a puffy eye appearance.

Follow these tips, and soon you’ll be revealing a festive eye glow that defies late nights. Looking for more holiday season beauty advice? Discover our collection of Christmas skincare gift sets for your loved ones.