As a beauty editor in her 40s with naturally hollow under-eyes, I was eager to try The Ordinary's new Volufiline Serum. Marketed as a 'filler in a bottle', it contains sarsasapogenin, a plant-derived molecule said to stimulate lipid storage and restore volume loss. The brand has combined it with palmitoyl isoleucine to support collagen and elastin production.
I applied the serum directly to my under-eyes, cheeks, and smile lines each morning and evening after moisturiser for over a month. The formula has a runny, oily consistency; a little goes a long way. I experienced a mild tingling sensation under the eyes, which the brand notes is normal. It was not irritating.
Results were not instant, but after about a month of consistent use, I noticed visible improvements. My under-eyes appeared plumper, with less noticeable shadows. My cheeks felt firmer and my smile lines softer. I looked brighter and healthier overall.
However, it is important to manage expectations. Topical products cannot replicate the effects of dermal fillers. While the serum offers a subtle, non-invasive option for volume loss, it will not produce the same dramatic results as injectables.
