No. 92
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How it works.
20% would recommend
Why we ranked it No. 92 in skincare
Sample
24 redditors with explicit opinion · 5 positive · 9 negative · 10 neutral
Score
0.246 — formula: 0.75 × % positive + 0.25 × pos/neg ratio
Confidence95% CI: 9–40% · the true approval rate falls in this range with 95% statistical confidence
Verdict
Editor's Pick — Curated classic. On the site regardless of threshold because we trust the long-term reputation.
Sources
r/TheOrdinarySkincare, r/30PlusSkinCare, r/SkincareAddiction, r/SkincareAddictionUK
The Ordinary · skincare
Editor's Pick
Caffeine Solution 5% + EGCG
r/TheOrdinarySkincarer/30PlusSkinCarer/SkincareAddictionr/SkincareAddictionUK
TL;DR — Reddit consensus
Ultra-affordable eye serum that temporarily depuffs and brightens tired eyes. Results fade quickly, and some users report irritation or product contamination issues.
Amazon vs Reddit
Amazon loves it. Reddit isn't sold.
On Amazon: ★4.4 from 17,262 reviews — that's roughly 85% positive.
On Reddit: 20% of 24 redditors recommend it.
The gap of 64 points is unusual and worth reading the cons before you buy.
What redditors love
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Makes eyes look visibly more awake and less puffy
“It really helps my eyes look more awake, lifted, less puffy”
u/AlieninABQ · r/TheOrdinarySkincare →
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Works quickly for temporary depuffing effect
“I accidentally put caffeine solution on my whole face this morning. Maybe my face won't be puffy today.”
u/Professional-Ad-5744 · r/TheOrdinarySkincare →
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Repurchase-worthy for consistent users
“This is what I use and buy most often: Caffeine solution”
u/VampiriaBoo · r/TheOrdinarySkincare →
What they don’t
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Can cause red bumps or raccoon-eye discoloration
“gave me red-tinted raccoon eyes instantly after use… it's been 10 hours and it's still like this???!!”
u/mooeymonet · r/SkincareAddiction →
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Results only last temporarily, not long-term solution
“caffeine solution only work temporarily. i want a permanent solution.”
u/lazyintrovert001 · r/TheOrdinarySkincare →
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Product develops white mold or crusty residue in tube
“I saw this white mold looking substance at the top of the tube.”
u/Canigetanowaowa0__O · r/TheOrdinarySkincare →
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Can cause dryness or skin irritation under eyes
“experienced skin irritation that looks like red bumps in a line on the under eye area when using the caffeine solution”
u/PinkFox13 · r/TheOrdinarySkincare →
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Doesn't improve dark circle pigmentation over time
“I've used the ordinary caffeine solution and thought it was ok but again no difference in colour after a few weeks of use.”
u/GreenDaff0dils · r/SkincareAddictionUK →
Direct quotes
What 24 redditors actually said.
Top 6 by confidence shown — expand below for the rest. Click any to open the original on Reddit.
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u/mooeymonet
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r/SkincareAddiction
gave me red-tinted raccoon eyes instantly after use… it's been 10 hours and it's still like this???!!
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u/Canigetanowaowa0__O
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r/TheOrdinarySkincare
Brought the caffeine solution a month ago and I now just opened it. I saw this white mold looking substance at the top of the tube.
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u/szechuan_sauce42
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r/30PlusSkinCare
It's been incredible, and I would love to know if any other brands out there compare
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u/AlieninABQ
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r/TheOrdinarySkincare
Best I've ever used and will die on this hill. It really helps my eyes look more awake, lifted, less puffy
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u/qu1ckbeam
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r/TheOrdinarySkincare
I tried the caffeine solution this fall and I hate it.
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u/Valuable_Position_90
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r/30PlusSkinCare
I stopped using the ordinary caffeine solution under my eyes and switched to beauty of joseon revive eye cream
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"caffeine solution only work temporarily. i want a permanent solution."
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"Iv been using that for a couple weeks now and have noticed some slight dryness"
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"I've been using it daily for a while now but I'm not really sure what it's doing for me."
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"I've used the ordinary caffeine solution and thought it was ok but again no difference in colour after a few weeks of use."
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"I accidentally put caffeine solution on my whole face this morning. Maybe my face won't be puffy today."
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"Been loving using these plus toner and alternating the arbutin with Glow recipe"
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"I'm slowly stockpiking ordinary products as I told my mother once I liked it and she keeps giving them as gifts."
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"I have bought this for my dark circles. Pretty new to the ordinary. It has been 3 weeks since the purchase and I keep it in a cupboard"
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"Caffeine Solution 5% + EGCG (eyes)"
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"Followed by caffeine solution around the eyes (although I think you could do away with this to begin with then add it later if needed."
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"This is what I use and buy most often: Caffeine solution"
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"The ordinary caffeine serum on eyebags"
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"Then a caffeine Ordinary serum. Now, I'm double cleansing with an Ordinary water based cleanser"
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"caffeine solution around eyes and mouth, niacinamide and hyaluronic acid on entire face"
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"I mainly use their caffeine solution, rose hip serum, niacinamide, and retinol."
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"The ordinary caffeine serum morning & night"
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Threads tracked
The conversations we're watching.
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r/SkincareAddiction
Product Question The Ordinarys Caffeine Solution
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r/TheOrdinarySkincare
Is This Mold
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r/30PlusSkinCare
Swapping Out Epstein Products
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r/TheOrdinarySkincare
What Products Are Actually Worth It
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r/TheOrdinarySkincare
Help Please
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r/30PlusSkinCare
1 Month Update Of Dry Undereyes
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r/TheOrdinarySkincare
Is Something Wrong With My Caffeine Solution 5Egcg
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r/TheOrdinarySkincare
Caffeine Eye Serum Side Effects
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