Clarisonic Opal: Preventative measure against puffiness & wrinkles?

Perks:

Pleasure to use: applies easily, takes only a minute a day and has a refreshing effect.
Can also be used on other problem areas, such as around the mouth and between the brows.
Maximises absorption of product by providing over 200 micromassage movements per second, something manual massage could never achieve.
Benefits of massaging around the eye area are taken to the next level. Sweeping inwards through the ocular bone (from the corner of the eye downwards) has a decongesting effect, reducing puffiness. Consequently, you can imagine the patented Opal’s sonic frequency will do the job better than hands alone.
The micro-massage movement improves blood circulation. Dark circles are often the result of poor blood flow and puffiness is often caused by water retention. In addition, increased blood circulation stimulates collagen production (nothing drastic, but it does have an effect).
Extended use will increase skin hydration, firmness and elasticity.
Waterproof and rechargeable.

Unlike the instant results achieved with the Clarisonic Pro, don’t expect miraculous results from the Opal. Even though most online reviews are raving, I personally haven’t noticed a significant difference after using it for a month, but the slight changes in puffiness (I luckily don’t have wrinkles around the eys yet) make it worthwhile for me to keep using, since I do believe it will give good results over time and keep wrinkles at bay. Update: After using this puppy for almost a year, I must say I can see a difference when not using the Opal.
Under eye bags are one of the hardest issues to treat effectively and leaves many desperate (See my article about “Masking Those Bags” for more tips). Even my dermatologist has told me an effective treatment has yet to be invented. He was sceptical when I asked him what he thought of the Opal, but admitted it couldn’t do any harm and may help a bit over time. Since there aren’t too many other options, I figure the desperate among us can just as well try it.
At around €170 (or $185) it certainly isn’t cheap. Opal hacks (such as using the back of a toothbrush covered in an examining glove) seem inventive and could be an option for some, but are probably not nearly as safe or efficient.