Cloth eye patches
Almost every modern woman uses eye patches when caring for her skin. Well, or at least I heard about their existence, but did not dare to try. Fortunately, now there is plenty to choose from exactly the tool that is most suitable for each specific case. This article will focus on fabric patches.
Peculiarities
Initially, the patches were only fabric patches. The strips in the shape of a crescent, impregnated with a concentrated solution, were intended to quickly eliminate imperfections in the skin around the eyes. Now cosmetology has stepped forward, so you can purchase other types of them:
- hydrogel;
- silicone;
- collagenous.
Despite such a variety, natural cotton eye masks have not lost their popularity.
Advantages
The advantages and disadvantages of this or that type of patches can be determined after the first application. Why choose the fabric option for the eye area? It's simple - there are several reasons for this.
- The soft tissue, generously impregnated with serum, fits well on the face, repeating all anatomical shapes. This material prevents the rapid evaporation of nutrients from the surface and promotes more intense absorption.
- Textile patches are noticeably cheaper than other types, but this does not mean that they are worse. It's just that their manufacture is less expensive for the manufacturer.
- They are almost always sold individually in single-use packaging. It is very convenient on the road - there is no need to carry bulky containers with you. In addition, leftover patches can dry out and lose their properties when canned. This is out of the question here.
The composition of the essence, depending on the purpose of the mask, may include various components.
- hyaluronic acid, collagen, pearl extract, snail mucin, glycerin;
- extracts of acerola, apple, aloe, cucumber, tangerine, wormwood, bamboo, tea tree, mint, lavender, orange juice;
- bee or snake venom, coenzymes, peptides, colloidal gold.
Rating of the best
Belonging to the best brands is determined by the popularity of the product among consumers. Here are the most popular ones.
- Dermal - patches of this brand are distinguished by their large size and fine delicate texture. You can choose from moisturizers, nourishing or brightening.
- Milatte - produces masks for the eyes of the most unusual shape and predominantly black. The large gripping area allows you to achieve the desired results not only under the eyes, but also on a large part of the face.
- Mitomo Is a Japanese company of quality cosmetics. The patches instantly refresh and tone eyes and eyelids. Reduces puffiness and makes the face look more invigorated.
- JM Solution - the high concentration of nutrients in the impregnation of the patches guarantees quick restoration and preservation of the youthfulness of the skin.
- Garnier - a well-known manufacturer of various cosmetics, including fabric patches.
- Petitfee - Korean patches that have won the favor of both teenagers and older generations.
Application features
Should I use the patches every day, or will it be enough to apply them a couple of times a week? It all depends on two factors.
- Purpose of fabric eye masks. The description must contain information about the frequency of use.
- Conditions of the skin. If fabric patches do their job well and the effect is noticeable even the next day, then too frequent use loses its meaning.
Any patches, including fabric patches, are applied only to cleansed skin, and in no case to makeup. Otherwise, waiting for an effect from them is useless, but an allergic reaction may well manifest itself.
When using imported cosmetic products, and especially for the delicate and sensitive skin around the eyes, you should strictly adhere to the manufacturer's recommendations. If the packaging with the patches says that you need to keep them on your face no more than 15 minutes, then it is for this period of time that the mask must be applied.
Exceeding the holding period is simply wasted time, there will be no better result.
For those who cannot decide which side to glue the patches to the bridge of the nose (wide or narrow), too there is a solution - purchase a wide fabric eye mask... It covers not only the lower eyelid, but almost half of the face. In general, the side of the location does not matter.
Selection Tips
When choosing fabric patches for yourself, you must first of all be guided by the desire to remove the existing problem, and not succumb to the influence of advertising or friends. Each mask contains information about the composition and the expected result. You should also take into account personal physiological characteristics and skin type.
For those who use patches for the first time, cosmetologists recommend first checking their effect on the skin of the wrist. If they did not cause any irritation, you can use it as directed.
The following video provides an overview of Garnier's Fabric Eye Patches.