As captivating as they are expressive, our eyes have the most delicate skin on our bodies. With hardly any oil glands here to keep it naturally moisturised, it’s super prone to dryness and always the first to show signs of ageing. Fine lines are one thing, and dark circles are another, often accompanied by puffiness as the result of sluggish circulation and built-up deoxygenated blood beneath the thin and fine skin. Without targeted care and healthy lifestyle choices, they can linger and deposit pigmentations on the undereye area.
While chronological skin ageing is inevitable, the traces of time don’t have to be. “When it comes to addressing the maturing signs around the eye contour, we used to turn to botox and filler for their rejuvenating effects,” said Dr Hew Yin Keat of the M.A.C Clinic. “However, they’re not what everyone needs or wants, given the potential risks and downtime.” He went on and introduced the concept of “prejunveation”, a proactive approach to skincare that focuses on prevention rather than future corrections. “Perk Eye by HydraFacial is what I’d recommend to those looking to maintain the skin’s natural vitality,” Dr Hew shared. “It delivers an instant hydration and brightness boost, and with regular treatments, the skin stays one step ahead of those early signs of ageing.
Perk Eye is introduced as part of the HydraFacial treatment — loved for its gentle yet effective cleansing, extracting and hydrating actions — which gives the eye contour some extra love and care. “HydraFacial has redefined deep cleansing for us with its proprietary Vortex-Fusion technology and solutions,” said Dr Hew. “Without any abrasion to the skin, it lifts away impurities to reveal softer, smoother complexion.” He further explained: “Instead of relying on one pure ingredient, the solution is loaded with a cocktail of glycolic, lactic and salicylic acids, along with other skin-loving nutrients to work synergistically across different skin layers, ensuring both potency and comfort.”
Perk Eye can be done on its own or as an added TLC to a HydraFacial session. It awakens tired-looking eyes using the Eye Replenishing Serum enriched with horse chestnut seed extract and arnica flower extract. “The soothing and antioxidant horse chestnut seed extract is also a great vessel constrictor that regulates blood flow to help improve dark circles and puffiness,” said Dr Hew. “Together with arnica flower extract which is discovered as a botanical alternative to chemical brightening agents like Hydroquinone, they reveal well-rested eye contour that’s firmer, smoother and brighter.”
Technically, there’s no aftercare needed for Perk Eye, but it does come with a take-home kit for continued rejuvenation. The serum can be easily layered with your existing eye care products and Dr Hew suggested using it consistently for 30 days post-treatment. “The results are noticeable after just one session,” he added. “And because the process is so comfortable and relaxing, it makes for a great monthly check-in for those with exposure to long screen time looking to relieve tired eyes.
M.A.C Clinic is located at The Starhill, Lot UG15A & UG15B, 181, Jln Bukit Bintang, Bukit Bintang, 55100 Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur.
