Marketed overseas as the somewhat more descriptive Garnier Skin Naturals Anti-Puff Eye Roller, this little gem targets under-eye puffiness and dark circles. It gives the eye area a gentle, refreshing massage as it delivers a potent combination of natural skin nutrients, including caffeine, to diminish puffiness, and Pro-Vitamin B5, to hydrate. It's apparently Canada's number 1 eye cream... Caffeine is known for its beneficial effects on the stimulation of microcirculation and for its decongesting properties, finding its way into all spheres of beauty from eye serums to anti-cellilite potions. The hydrating gel formula also contains grape anti-oxidants to visibly reduce dark-circles and help restore natural radiance to the eye contour area. Apply the roll-on to the eye contour area using light circular motions. The product is dispensed automatically via the metal rollerball. To finish, gently pat in any remaining product, using your fingertips. Avoid stressing the extremely thin and delicate skin around the eye. Priced at R105.95, this is an entry-level product aimed at a young user (16-25, although any age group could use it) and it delivers the goods.

Made in South Africa, Skin Science Radiant Eye Serum is an anti-ageing serum for fine lines and wrinkles in the eye area. Stem cell research technology - the science buzz-topic du jour - is the basis for its R&D. Stem cells are the most important cells in the skin - as we get older the number and activity of our stem cells is reduced, with skin losing its ability to recover and repair itself. The Skin Science hero-ingredient, PhytoCell Tec Malus Domestica, is taken from extremely rare Swiss-grown Uttweiler Spatlauber apples, which have been proven to repair skin stem cells and so slow down and delay the ageing process. Have to confess, they look like good old Granny Smith to me ! Using the latest biotechnology, the regenerative stem cells are extracted from the apples and combined with specific ingredients to give the ultimate repair and anti-ageing solution. The serum claims to repair existing damage, delay preliminary ageing and thus help to prevent the signs of ageing on the skin. At R199.99 for a 30ml serum, this is accessibly-priced luxury.