Eye patches
about Eye patches.
When your eyes look more tired than you feel, a pair of cool hydrogel patches is the quickest help there is. Korean under-eye patches sit on while you get on with the rest of your routine, and the caffeine in the COSRX The Peptide Collagen Hydrogel Eye Patch helps tired under-eyes look less puffy.
Each patch has its specialty. goodal's Green Tangerine Vita C line helps shadowed under-eyes look brighter, medicube's PDRN Pink line helps the under-eye look firmer and smoother, and the Beauty of Joseon Revive Under Eye Patch: Ginseng + Retinal pairs ginseng with retinal to smooth the look of fine lines. The medicube and Beauty of Joseon patches both carry a retinoid, so they belong beside a daily sunscreen. Keep your jar from KBeauty Shop in the fridge and the cold does half the work.
questions, answered.
Which eye patches are best for puffiness and dark circles?
Puffiness first: the COSRX The Peptide Collagen Hydrogel Eye Patch pairs caffeine with a cooling gel that clings closely. Shadows respond to brightening patches like the goodal Green Tangerine Vita C Eye Gel Patch or the firming Pyunkang Yul Black Tea Time Reverse Eye Patch. For fine lines, the Abib Collagen Eye Patch Jericho Rose Jelly plumps and smooths.
How long do I leave eye patches on?
Usually ten to twenty minutes; the jar gives the exact time. Take them off before the gel starts to dry, because a dried patch tugs at the delicate skin as it comes away and gives nothing extra. Pat the leftover essence into the under-eye with a fingertip, then follow with eye cream or moisturizer.
How often can I use eye patches?
Most are a hydration step with nothing to build up to, so two or three mornings a week is the usual rhythm, with a run of daily use before an event. They work just as well as an evening step after cleansing. Patches with a retinoid are different: the medicube PDRN Pink Caffeine Collagen Eye Patch is an evening patch, and the Beauty of Joseon Revive, with retinal, is made for morning or evening use, so wear sunscreen by day with either.
Should I keep eye patches in the fridge?
Yes, if you can. Cold gel is what makes the difference on a puffy morning, and the chill helps patches stay put instead of sliding down the cheek. The fridge also keeps an opened jar in better condition, since the essence meets the air every time you reach in. Use the little spatula rather than your fingers.
