Under-Eye Patches

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Under eye masks are designed to hydrate skin; and target signs of aging. Do they actually work?

According to the medical experts, under-eye patches work by targeting dark circles, crows feet, wrinkles, fine lines and help reduce puffiness. In addition to helping you look more well-rested, under-eye masks hydrate and nourish your skin through high-quality ingredients like hyaluronic acid and ceramides, and anti-aging ingredients like retinol, as well as caffeine; and niacinamide to brighten dark under-eye circles.

Whether you’re under-eye area needs some extra TLC, consider incorporating eye patches into your skin care routine.

According to Dendy Engelman, MD, a board-certified dermatologist; and Mohs surgeon. Under eye masks are multipurpose.

Tip:

Engelman shared a “genius trick” someone shared with her: After using eye patches for the directed time, remove them, flip over and place over smile lines.

“The patch doesn't know that it's only supposed to help the eye area, so if it hydrates in the periorbital region, it will do the same for the smile lines as well,” she said.

Exuviance All-Out Revitalizing Eye Mask ($45)

Rachel Maiman, MD, a dermatologist at Marmur Medical in New York, said this mask from Exuviance is a must-have. “The key ingredient contained within the mask is lactobionic acid, a poly-hydroxy-acid that hydrates and firms the skin by acting as a humectant, a substance that helps attract and hold onto water,” she explained.

Chanel LE LIFT Anti-Wrinkle Flash Eye Revitalizer ($130)

You place the hydrogel patches to your under-eye area and apply the roll-on serum on top of the patches, then leave them on for 10 minutes. The rollerball helps move fluid away from the under-eye, where it likes to collect.

Sio Beauty Super EyeLift ($24.95)

First, they’re made from medical-grade silicone “gently compressing your skin, keeping it smooth.” Second, “they intensify hydration and support your skin's natural ability to retain moisture, minimizing the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.”

Loops Beauty Eye Mask ($20)

It’s rich in niacinamide, which is “great” for tone and texture, as well as retinol, a hydrating pearl extract and a nourishing flower complex.

Wrinkles Schminkles Silicone Eye Pads ($29.95)

According to Hadley King, a board-certified dermatologist:

“These reusable medical-grade silicone pads keep the skin taut so it can't crease or wrinkles while locking in moisture.” They can also be used up to 30 times each, making the $1 cost per use practical.

Peter Thomas Roth Water Drench Hyaluronic Cloud Hydra-Gel Eye Patches ($55)

Tai Young, a celebrity makeup artist and founder of Tai Young Beauty, called these eye patches from Peter Thomas Roth her “absolute favorite.” It features hyaluronic acid, while caffeine helps depuff and marshmallow extract helps soften your skin.

Florence by Mills Swimming Under the Eyes Gel Pads ($34)

Benefits:

• Helps re-energize tired under eyes by hydrating and brightening
• Comes with 30 pairs for sleepy eyes

Key Ingredients:

• Coconut Extract: A tropical wonder that helps soothe and de-puff
• Sodium Hyaluronate: A super moisturizing form of hyaluronic acid that ditches dullness
• Pine Extract: A good source of antioxidants that help feed skin

Estée Lauder Advanced Night Repair Concentrated Recovery Eye Mask (4 Mask $42)

Our Worldwide First: The only eye mask infused with Advanced Night Repair technology.

Instantly, your eye area feels cool and refreshed. In just 10 minutes, eyes look more rested, renewed. Fine, dry lines are plumped as skin is drenched with hydration. Eyes look radiant, infused with luminous youth.

Wander Beauty Baggage Claim Eye Masks ($25) Size: 6 x Eye Masks

What it is:
A set of individually-packaged gold foil eye masks to brighten, hydrate, and reduce the appearance of dark circles.

Highlighted Ingredients:

• Peptides: Help to improve the texture and tone of skin.
• Amino Acids: Help maintain skin’s hydration, texture, and overall healthy appearance.
• Hyaluronic Acid: Hydrates skin to help diminish the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.

111SKIN Celestial Black Diamond Eye Mask (8 piece) $115

Ideal for frequent travelers and those prone to dark circles, this hydrating eye mask is powered by skin-plumping hyaluronic acid and retinol that help diminish the appearance of wrinkles. A potent peptide works to combat the visible signs of aging, while black diamond particles aid in more efficient absorption.

Sara🌻

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