[Product Question] What does it mean exactly when a product claims to have "brightening" properties?

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For example, I'm currently browsing MAC's website, and looking at their "Lightful" skincare products. What's the difference between a "brightening" eye cream, and the regular one that just "reduces dark circles"?Thanks, SCA!
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