Hey, everyone! It's me, Hanna! How's your day going so far?
Today, I will be reviewing a product that was included in a haul I made last month. I have been using this product consistently since 24th of April and I think I'm now ready to share my experience with this eye cream from the local skincare brand, Rraw.
Claims: A butter-based cream for your under eye. Steeped with fresh green tea to help relieve dark circles and shea butter to soften and lift those eye bags up. A shot of botanical vitamins for your dark circles made with loose tea and natural butters.
Green tea helps eliminate dark circles and puffiness through increasing circulation to the skin by dilating blood vessels. It also moisturizes and tones dry skin, providing a healthy glow to the thin, sensitive skin around the eyes. Not only does green tea counter aging and provide healthy, glowing skin, it has been shown to protect the eye tissue on a deeper level.
Application: After moisturizing, apply a thin layer of Tea Butter, as this is a heavy cream, under your eyes, specifically on your eye bags. If Tea Butter feels a bit oily after application, it is normal and simply leave it to dry. The butter will simply soak into your skin allowing it to work it's magic. Store in cool area.
Ingredients : Cold Pressed Coconut Oil, Extra Virgin Olive Oil, Shea Butter, Green Tea, Raw Honey
This eye cream comes in a clear, minimalist jar packaging with an aluminum twist cover. There's no plastic seal at all so you just have to trust that it's unopened. There's also barely enough information on its packaging. I don't know about you, yet surprisingly, they do not bother me that much. It must be because Rraw has been one of those famous local brands that sells organic products which turn out to be cult-favorites. They've already garnered the hearts of a lot of beauty enthusiasts, including me. Anyway, you can easily search them on their social media accounts or chat them for more product information.
I can't describe the scent exactly, but it’s subtle and smells like desert from the tub (LOL!). It doesn't smell like it has any synthetic fragrance to it, which is fine with me.
This eye cream is off-white/cream in color. It looks like candle wax untouched. It has a very soft, buttery texture. I find it a pleasure as it melts upon contact with skin. Consistency is more on the heavy/thick side so you don't need a lot for your two under-eyes. The good thing about it, is that it goes a long way. That being said, a single tub which contains 50g will surely last you a very long time. I don't think I would even finish this in 6 months if I only use it for my eyes. However, as advised, it's best to replace it after 6 months for hygiene purposes. Think about
I don't want to throw it just like that so I know I needed to find something to use this for to maximize it's use. I figured out that I could use this cream as a cuticle moisturizer and even use it as a hand and foot cream to soften rough and patchy skin. You can also safely use it anywhere in your body that needs extra moisture since it’s organic and natural.
I have mentioned earlier that the consistency is quite thick. It would be best to use it at night since it would definitely make your concealer crease. If you are just mostly skincare though, then I guess there's nothing to worry about.
One of the things I don’t like about it, is how it feels warm on the skin. It's summer so it's quite uncomfortable. Add the fact that I have oily skin. I believe that the thickness of the cream has something to do with it. I prefer something that is hydrating yet lightweight and not congesting at the same time.
Using this product makes me a bit cautious. Being careful how much I apply is the best solution. The last time I think I overapplied, I noticed that there were buildups on my creases and under-eyes after a few hours. It looked like some butter solidified. It takes a very long time for the skin to fully absorb this product so you have to be really patient and avoid moving around before the cream has set in.
I still probably would keep using Rraw Skincare Tea Butter Under Eye Cream because the thin areas around my eyes and brow feel more hydrated than ever. I just don’t see any noticeable effects in reducing puffiness or darkness, even when it is infused with Green Tea. It make take a while so let's see.
Leaving moisturizers out of your routine could lead to more fine lines and creases anyway. But be sure to only use a thin layer of this eye cream - you don’t want to overload on moisturizer that could make your under-eyes even more baggy and wrinkles more emphasized.
Aside from that, I have never encountered any eye cream as affordable as this one from Rraw so I guess this is okay for its price.
Do let me know what your favorite products from Rraw are and I'll do my best to give them a try! Thanks for dropping by!
