For years, skincare enthusiasts have raved about the benefits of marine-based formulas for anti-ageing, and brands like Elemis have dominated the scene with their iconic range of ocean-inspired formulas. But as a beauty writer always on the lookout for new and effective products, I've come across a little-known brand that harnesses similar ingredients and delivers impressive results. A month ago, I was feeling self conscious about the dark circles under my eyes.

I'm 26 years old with very pale skin, which only seems to accentuate the purple tones of my bag-for-life sized under eye. I took some photos, noting the fine lines that had begun to form around the outer corner of my eyes, as well as the puffiness and dullness to my skin. Then, I started using the Transformulas Marine Miracle EyeZone Advanced Eye Cream and was religious in its application.

Priced at £48.99 for 11.4ml, it certainly isn't a budget product.

But would it live up to its premium promise of hydrating the skin, while reducing puffiness and dark circles? READ MORE:Best 'Botox in a bottle' wrinkle fillers that really work – from £2.50 READ MORE: Best beauty advent calendars for 2024 that are available to buy now from Boots, Liz Earle and more Each night before bed, I would cleanse and tone my face before adding a small amount of the gel-like cream to my undereyes, delicately tapping it into the skin. Four weeks on, I took the same photos of my eye area, and was stunned at the results.

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