Reusable eye patches: features and applications

Today, in times of high technology, difficult ecology and a frantic pace of life, it is not always possible to look well-groomed and fresh. And also sleepless nights, ailments and overwork are immediately reflected on the delicate skin of the eyelids. Therefore, a remedy such as reusable eye patches that can quickly return a rested and healthy look is a real and long-awaited salvation.

In fact, women have always looked after the skin of the eyelids. Cucumber, potato, lemon mugs, or tea bags. They put all this on their eyes. And patches are the same masks. But, depending on the purpose, they are impregnated with various cosmetics, such as hyaluronic acid, glycerin, collagen, antioxidants, peptides, tartaric acid, caffeine, panthenol, essential oils and much more.

Often this product is deservedly called "ambulance" or SOS-tool. After all, they help:

• eliminate dark circles and swelling;
• enhance microcirculation and smooth mimic wrinkles;
• nourish and moisturize the skin around the eyes;
• tone and lighten the periorbital area.

Depending on the material, patches are fabric, silicone and hydrogel. But reusable pads are made only in the latest version. They are kept cold in an airtight container.

According to the frequency of use, patches are for one or several applications. Disposable stickers cannot be used permanently, the result is visible immediately, but the effect lasts no more than 8-10 hours. And reusable ones differ from the first ones in that:

• impregnated with a more concentrated composition of nutrients;
• promote the accumulation of valuable components in the skin, that is, they are intended for regular use;
• despite the higher price of reusable applicators, the cost of each procedure is much cheaper than the use of disposable patches.

Korean experts have introduced eye applicators impregnated with valuable ingredients into the beauty industry. Therefore, it is believed that the highest quality products are made in this particular country. They are also distinguished by their ease of use and affordable cost.

• Gold Racoony from Secret Key (Korea). Hydrogel applicators are impregnated with lavender, chamomile, eucalyptus, rosemary extracts. And also the composition contains adenosine, colloidal gold and other useful components that relieve puffiness around the eyes, soothe and moisturize any type of skin. The famous raccoon mask consists of 60 crescent-shaped patches for the infra-eye area and 30 - in the form of a circle for other problem areas.

• Petitfee Gold for eyes with colloidal gold and black pearl powder (Korea). Patches in the amount of 60 pieces are intended for all skin types. The essence, which the pads are impregnated with, dissolves and penetrates into the deep layers of the skin. As a result, the elasticity of the dermis increases, and expression lines become less pronounced. Pearls give the skin a radiance and an even tone. It is best to keep the applicator container in the refrigerator to prevent the cosmetic from melting and spreading.

• Shangpree with Green Princess spirulina (Korea). The hydrogel base based on seaweed extract penetrates into the deep layers of the skin and provides a lifting effect. And at the same time it moisturizes, eliminates puffiness and dark circles under the eyes. The package contains 60 pieces.

• Hydrogel patches with gold Milatte (Korea). Jelly-like petals (60 pieces) are made on the basis of collagen, black caviar, hyaluronic acid, extracts from medicinal plants and gold powder. The unique formula has a lifting effect, whitening and long-term hydration of the periorbital area.

• Sefite with collagen and bamboo charcoal (China). Hydrogel applicators in the amount of 60 pieces whiten and saturate the skin around the eyes with moisture. As a result, puffiness and dark circles under the eyes are reduced, and expression lines become less pronounced.

• Restoring patches Rorec (China). The pads, impregnated with a composition of osmanthus flowers, oat grains and hyaluronic acid, tighten, moisturize and tone the eye area.

• SilcSkin against wrinkles under the eyes (USA). Silicone patches moisturize and tone the skin in the eye area, smooth expression lines and prevent the appearance of new ones. The electrostatic energy generated by the medical grade silicone increases the elasticity of the epidermis.

• Eye patches Talika (France). The package contains 6 pairs of reusable patches without a container. Applicators are impregnated with a complex of shea butter, avocado, rosehip oils, enriched with ceramides. Promotes collagen production, hydration and tissue cell regeneration. Each product can be used up to 3 times.

• Mask for the skin around the eyes Hyalual (Switzerland). The formula of the product consists of a complex of biopeptides, hyaluronic acid, and unique natural ingredients. As a result, the patches perfectly moisturize, relieve swelling, smooth wrinkles and reduce dark circles under the eyes. The applicators are oval in shape to cover the entire surface of the eye. And also in the package there is a special container for further storage and transportation. Products can be used up to 7 times.

It is more effective to use the patches in the morning on cleansed and dry skin.

1. Beforehand, the applicators need to be held in your hands for a few seconds to warm them up. Then peel off the protective film from the products and apply the adhesive side to the desired area.
2. Make sure the patch adheres perfectly to the skin. Under the influence of skin temperature, patches will begin to melt and release active substances.
3. The holding time is indicated in the instructions. The procedure usually lasts 10-30 minutes. But for the valuable substances to penetrate the skin and start working from the inside, 20 minutes is quite enough.
4. After the time has elapsed, gently remove the patches, hammer the remaining product into the skin with your fingertips. You do not need to rinse off the product with water.
5. After use, the product should be gently rinsed with water or lotion and placed in a special bag, bottle or box. Store them in the refrigerator.

The patching method depends on the application. If you need to get rid of dark circles, then the patch should be applied with the wide side to the inner surface of the eye. If you want to remove mimic wrinkles, then, on the contrary, place the drop-shaped part of the applicator closer to the temples.

Before using the product for the first time it is advisable to adhere to certain rules.

1. Check product for portability. To do this, you need to apply a cosmetic composition to the bend of the elbow or wrist and leave for half an hour.
2. Do not use patches for conjunctivitis, skin inflammation or rosacea.
3. Avoid daily use of products to avoid allergies. Usually 2-3 times a week is enough.
4. Carefully read the composition of the product. This will help keep health away from harm.
5. Avoid contact with eyes. Otherwise, they should be rinsed with copious amounts of clean water.

And you should also know that they help from:

• dark circles - caffeine, antioxidants, fruit acids;
• edema and sacs - hexapeptide 8, extracts of ginkgo biloba, horse chestnut, natural oils and vitamins;
• wrinkles under the eyes - plant collagen (found in seaweed);
• dryness - hyaluronic acid and peptides.

Reusable hydrogel eye patches are presented below.