The Ordinary Caffeine Solution 5% + EGCG

The Ordinary Caffeine Solution 5% + EGCG:

What It Is

A water-based eye serum formulated with 5% caffeine and EGCG (a green tea extract), designed specifically to reduce under-eye puffiness and dark circles 

Key Ingredients & Functions

• Caffeine (5%): Constricts blood vessels to visibly reduce puffiness; serves as an antioxidant .

• Epigallocatechin Gallatyl Glucoside (EGCG): A potent antioxidant that soothes skin and tackles dark circles

• Humectants (e.g., glycerin, hyaluronic acid): Help hydrate and support the skin barrier 

• Lactic acid (& other mild acids): Slight exfoliation and pH buffering for enhanced product penetration 

Benefits

• Depuffs within days: Many users report reduced under-eye swelling after just a few uses 

• Helps with dark circles: Clinical tests show improvements in pigmentation and overall brightness after ~3 weeks of twice‑daily use .

• Lightweight & quick-absorbing: Non-greasy texture leaves eyes feeling refreshed 

Considerations

• Potential stickiness: Higher humectant levels may feel tacky unless applied to damp skin 

• Crystallization: Visible caffeine crystals may form; this is harmless—just clean the cap and tighten the lid

• Varied results: Some users report minimal effect or find it works best in the AM as a quick fix for puffiness 

• May feel drying: Use with a moisturiser afterward, since caffeine can be mildly dehydrating .

How to Use

1. Apply a pea‑sized amount to the under-eye area in the morning and/or evening, after cleansing and before moisturiser; patch-test first 

2. Keep the bottle in the fridge—the cooling effect boosts de-puffing .

3. Massage gently with ring fingers in upward motions (lacrimal to temples) for better circulation .

4. If dryness occurs, follow with a thin layer of moisturiser to lock in hydration .