Turn Around, Bright Eyes

We're constantly being told to protect ourselves from the sun's harmful UV rays. Add gravity, pollution, and the stress of a workaholic lifestyle -- some experts say that even the light coming from an old desktop computer screen can add years to your face -- and it's a wonder we don't have bags under our eyes the size of an Hermes Birkin. The solution: applying a teardrop-size amount of a targeted treatment every morning. It will keep your skin tight, reduce puffiness, and soften dark circles caused by yet another sleepless (or booze-soaked) night. These clear, lightweight serums are boosted with botanicals and vitamins to help you maintain a youthful glow and appear alert -- even when you're feeling like roadkill.

Clockwise from top: The Illuminating Eye Gel by LA MER, 0.5 oz., $145; Soothing Eye Contour Cream by AVENE, 0.34 oz., $27; Eye Contour Mask by SISLEY, 1.16 oz., $145; Super Multi-Corrective Eye-Opening Serum by KIEHL'S, 0.5 oz., $48; Eye Contour Gel by LIERAC HOMME, 0.55 oz., $35; Vita Mineral Active 7 Eye Gel by REN, 0.5 oz., $30; wall plates by FORNASETTI, $185 each, available at Barneys New York

Photography by Shana Novak. Styling by Julien Sauvalle