First aid for the eyes - patches. What types are there and how to use them correctly?

What are patches and why are they needed?

Patches are also called specially shaped masks that are applied under the eyes to give a better look to your face in a short time. They can be sold in two types: fabric or hydrogel .

Depending on their purpose, they are impregnated with various substances that enrich the skin with essential vitamins.

Such substances can moisturize the dermis in a few minutes, as well as remove fine wrinkles. In addition, the patches can easily remove facial swelling if they are applied under the eyes.

Kinds

The following types of patches are distinguished, which have different effects on the skin:

1. Moisturizing. They quickly eliminate dry skin, saturate it with vitamins and microelements. Helps quickly eliminate wrinkles. This type of cosmetic product contains glycerin, hyaluronic acid, and collagen.
2. Whitening. Eliminate dark circles, whiten the skin, cleanse it of age spots. The main components of the composition: parsley extract, lemon extract, caffeine, licorice, fruit acids.
3. Nourishers. Designed for daily care, they help maintain skin tone, relieve inflammation and improve health. Nourishing foods are rich in plant extracts, retinol, placenta, and pearl powder.
4. Draining. They improve microcirculation, thereby eliminating swelling of the upper and lower eyelids. The following components have anti-edematous properties: green tea extracts, gingko biloba, horse chestnut, black caviar extract.
5. Anti-aging. This type of skincare cosmetics promotes tissue regeneration, increases turgor, and eliminates skin unevenness and wrinkles. The composition is dominated by the following ingredients: coenzymes, seaweed, ginseng, collagen, peptides.
6. Smoothing. This type of patch has a Botox effect, that is, the skin is tightened by blocking facial expressions, so even deep wrinkles become invisible. The main components of smoothing patches: bioactive gold, collagen, snail mucins, hyaluronic acid.

Different types of patches need to be used depending on the time of day. It is not recommended to use moisturizers in the morning, as they can increase swelling.

Contraindications for use

Considering that the patches are impregnated with special substances that sometimes contain more than 10-20 components, people are advised to check for an allergic reaction before use. At the same time, you should wait at least 2 days before applying patches, as allergies may manifest themselves late. In addition, there is a whole list of contraindications to the use of this cosmetic product:

1. It is strictly forbidden to stick patches on the eyes of those who have vision problems, as well as acute and chronic forms of conjunctivitis . This is explained by the fact that the composition may contain aggressive components that can only aggravate the situation.
2. Wounds on the face . It is necessary to understand that even small abrasions or cuts on the face can become inflamed. Therefore, you should wait for complete healing and only then use patches.
3. Some cosmetologists prohibit patches for those who have rosacea . In this case, after using this type of mask, the blood vessels on the face increase, since the patches are designed to increase blood flow.

Mistakes when using eye patches

Patches are a good skincare product, but if used incorrectly, they will not only not bring any benefit, but will also give the exact opposite effect.

Main mistakes when using cosmetics:

1. Patches are incorrectly selected for your skin type. If it is difficult to determine your skin type, it is better to take universal pads that contain hyaluronic acid. They are suitable for all types. The main thing is that there is no hypersensitivity to the components of the cosmetic product.
2. The petals are left overnight or forgotten to be removed, and they dry out completely. You can't do that. If the active substances are quickly absorbed from hydrogel patches, but the hydration is insufficient, then it is better to stick them in two layers.
3. Overlays are attached without following the rules. If the patches are applied haphazardly, they may not smooth out the crow's feet, but make them even deeper.
4. After applying the patches, the face is washed with soap or cleansed with cosmetics. It is strictly not recommended to wash off the remaining active substances; if there is too much nutritional composition, you can rub it into the skin of the face.
5. Women use only patches, benefiting from complete daily care. Petals with nutrients are by no means an alternative to creams, oils, and tonics. They must be used together.
6. Stickers are used only as a last resort for express care. The pads should be used every day, ideally morning and evening.
7. Petals are used 2 or more times. If this is not provided for in the instructions, then re-use is prohibited. There is no need to use advice from the Internet suggesting that you dip the patch in cream and heat it by steaming or in the microwave. This can cause irreparable harm to the skin.
8. Patches are applied to areas for which they are not intended. Trying to smooth out wrinkles on the forehead with their help is useless, since the concentration of active substances is not sufficient to affect rougher skin. This will only be a useless translation of a rather expensive cosmetic product.
9. The pads are stored in the refrigerator. Many people believe that chilled petals are better at eliminating swelling. In fact, it depends on the components of the composition. You can store a cosmetic product in the refrigerator if indicated in the instructions. Otherwise, it will quickly deteriorate or cease to be effective.

Under no circumstances should you remove the petals from the packaging with your hands, as bacteria may get there! You must use a special spatula.

3 options for where and how to apply patches

Everyone is used to wearing these products on the skin under the eyes, but not everyone knows that patches perfectly remove small wrinkles between the eyebrows. That is why it is important to know all the options for gluing a patch in order to use this skin care product correctly and for its intended purpose. They are shown in the pictures below.

Option 1 - remove bags and swelling, swelling and bruises

To remove facial swelling, bags, and dark circles under the eyes, it is best to place the patches with the narrow side facing your nose . In this case, you need to try to stick it as close as possible to the inner corner of the eyes.

Option 2 - get rid of wrinkles, crow's feet

You can get rid of small expression wrinkles by applying patches in the form of an inverted comma to the area of ​​the outer corner of the eye .

Option 3 - remove wrinkles between eyebrows

To remove expression lines between the eyebrows, you only need one patch.
The patch must be installed so as to cover the defective area as much as possible.

What is the secret of the patches?

The skin around the eyes is the most sensitive area on the face, and it is constantly subject to facial expressions. Therefore, wrinkles form here first, often revealing a person’s age, even if he looks quite young.

After 30 years, the skin begins to fade, so traces of stress and lack of sleep are visible on the face, and they are not so easy to remove.

Patches will help get rid of all these problems. They also well moisturize the skin around the eyes, which is usually quite dry, quickly chapped and covered with a network of fine wrinkles.

The cosmetic product also has the following effects on the skin:

• rejuvenate;
• saturate the skin with vitamins and nutrients;
• relieve puffiness, dark circles, bags;
• improve blood and lymph circulation;
• tighten the skin;
• provide daily express care.

Patches are often used as emergency aid before an important event; they instantly return the skin to a normal, healthy state. But it is better not to neglect daily cosmetic care.

How to properly apply eye patches

Cosmetologists have created a whole list of recommendations for the correct application of this mask on the face:

• First you need to thoroughly clean and prepare the skin .
• Next, you need to purchase a special spatula (sometimes it is included in the kit) in the case when you have reusable patches, and there are a lot of them in the package. This should be done to avoid introducing germs and also prevent damage.
• Few people know which side the patch should be applied to, because everyone does it differently: some apply the patch with the wide side towards the bridge of the nose, while others do the opposite. The answer to that question is quite simple: the area of ​​the face that needs more care should be covered with a wide part of the patch.
• Do not allow the patch to be too close to the eyeball . The thing is that such a negligent attitude towards your health can bring many problems. The patch can simply cause your eyes to become inflamed.
• It is better to remove patches by moving from the nose to the temples , but you should not wash your face.

How many minutes should you wear the patches?

walk with patches on your face for more than 20 minutes , since during this time the dermis is completely saturated with the microelements it needs, and then the opposite effect occurs.

Is it possible to glue patches to the upper eyelid?

Sometimes, to improve the condition of the skin and also prevent sagging skin, you need to turn the patch over and stick it on the upper eyelid. Another use for the patch is to glue them in place of the nasolabial lips. This way the skin will remain young and well-groomed. The application pattern is not important here.

When is best to use: morning or evening

In general, using the patch should not only be in the morning or evening. Regular patches can be worn at any time of the day. The purpose of the socks comes into play here: to relieve swelling after alcohol - naturally necessary in the morning. If you need to remove facial wrinkles, then you can glue it at any time.

There are also day and night patches. In this case, you don’t even need to think - everything is clear.

How often to use patches

Cosmetologists advise starting to use patches every day for a week, and then transferring the course to 1-2 applications per week. This is explained by the fact that the skin does not get used to the daily supply of collagen serum, but tries to replenish its reserves.

Allergy to eye patches

If, after applying the patch, redness appears on the face, and the patches themselves burn, you should stop using them in the future. Ideal products will not leave any doubt about allergies.

Which side to wear: matte, glossy or shiny

It is important to always lie down correctly. Therefore, when buying a new jar, you should immediately ask the seller whether the sides are the same or not. Sellers of many products do not indicate the method of use and application on the packaging. But most patches can be worn on either side, because they are completely saturated with serum. Another thing is about convenience - some people find it easier to walk with the matte side, arguing that they slip less. And others do it with the glossy side.

Rules of application

Patches are positioned as express care products. However, they are recommended to be used on an ongoing basis. In this case, the effect of their use will be fully manifested.

Most often, women use “petals” once a day - in the morning or evening:

• in the morning, after washing and cleansing the skin of the face, before applying makeup - they eliminate swelling that appeared overnight, and in case of lack of sleep, they make the look more fresh;
• in the evening, after removing makeup, before applying skincare products - they relieve fatigue accumulated during the day, cool the skin and soothe it.

But you shouldn’t stick them on overnight. When left on the face for a long time, the impregnation dries out, the patches tighten the skin, can cause irritation and leave deep marks.

Patch storage

Patches can be individually packaged or in jars with a tight-fitting lid. Both can be stored in the refrigerator. Cool temperatures increase the shelf life of any cosmetic product, but this is not a requirement. It is quite possible to store patches at room temperature within the shelf life indicated on the package.

Important!

You should not leave the package with patches in the bathroom, where humidity and temperature may fluctuate. If moisture gets into the packaging, the product may deteriorate.

If the patches are packaged in a jar with a lid, it is important to ensure that it is always tightly closed. Otherwise the impregnation will dry out. Since the gel usually flows to the bottom of the jar, so that the upper patches are evenly saturated with it, the bottle can be placed with the lid down.

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How to use patches?

Before using patches, they must be removed from the jar. The correct way to do this is with the plastic spatula that comes with the pads. Having picked up the lining by the edge, you need to pull it up and separate it from the total mass. If the patches are individually packaged, open it and remove them.

Not everyone knows how to properly apply eye patches. If these are droplet patches, they can be applied in two ways:

• to eliminate puffiness and bags under the eyes, they are glued with the wide side to the nose;
• To eliminate wrinkles and achieve a lifting effect, they are applied with the narrow side towards the nose.

Before gluing patches, properly prepare your skin:

• completely remove makeup;
• Wipe your face dry.

The patch is placed on the skin, trying to relax the face and not wrinkle. Then it will be comfortable to walk with him. It's better to stick it with your eyes open.

Important!

Do not glue the falsy too close to the lash line. When blinking, the impregnation can get into the eyes and cause burning, tearing, and redness.

However, you shouldn’t place the “petal” too low under the eyelashes. Otherwise, you may end up with an unsightly crease in the skin at the border of the patch if it crushes it.

After the recommended time of use has expired, the patch is removed by hooking it on the far edge. The remaining impregnation is not washed off, but is “beaten” into the skin with patting movements with your fingertips. If necessary, excess product can be removed with a cotton swab.

Duration of the procedure

Depending on the material of the patches and the composition of the impregnation, they are applied at different time intervals from 10 to 30 minutes. Most often it is recommended to wear them for 20 minutes.

Long-term use of patches can lead to the opposite effect, especially for hydrogel pads. The fact is that during the first 30 minutes the hydrogel releases moisture with nutrients, and in the subsequent minutes it takes it back.

How to properly glue patches should be indicated in the instructions for the specific product. Please read it carefully before performing the procedure.

How often should I use patches?

You can use eye patches as needed or regularly as a daily care product. A more pronounced effect can be obtained if you use the cosmetic product constantly.

Why do patches slip?

There is usually an opinion that only fabric patches slip. But there are a lot of reviews about patches, where girls point out that hydrogel patches are slipping. Then the question arises: “do the patches have a poor composition and are of poor quality?” It is impossible to answer this question categorically. After all, some people do not notice and do not consider this phenomenon a minus, while others are furious and desperate.

Hydrogel patches usually fall off and slide down if:

• large patch thickness;
• rich impregnation with essence.

How to apply patches so they don't slide down

To prevent the patches from sliding off the face and to increase the adhesion between the patch and the skin of the face, it is necessary to lie down for the first 3 minutes after gluing them , since during this time the nutrient solution is absorbed into the skin, which is why it sticks to the face.

What are patches made of?

There are two main types of patches:

1. Fabric. In fabric ones, impregnation is applied to the material (non-woven cotton), and in terms of the method of exposure they resemble fabric masks. Such patches are inexpensive, but are considered less effective than hydrogel-based petals.
2. Hydrogel. The hydrogel is a jelly-like substance, so it adheres well to the skin, clearly following its contours. Hydrogel products remain wet longer, so the exposure time on the epidermis increases. In addition, with their weight they slightly press the skin, so the active ingredients penetrate deeper into it.

There are also silicone patches (reusable), but they are not as common.

What are the patches (types)

Almost all patches are divided into groups that are created based on the purpose of these cosmetics:

1. The most popular patches are moisturizing patches . They can quickly moisturize the dermis and also saturate it with essential vitamins.
2. Smoothing patches are aimed at slowing down the transmission of nerve impulses to the face, which entails blocking facial expressions. The effect of such masks resembles the effect of Botox, which is why it is most likely that the composition will include collagen and hyaluronic acid.
3. Nutritional patches are considered expensive due to the placenta present in most types. Also, these products contain a lot of extracts of medicinal plants, as well as retinol, which improves the health of the skin.
4. Revitalizing masks that have the ability to temporarily rejuvenate the face. Such patches must maintain the natural balance of all components, which is why a noticeable result is achieved immediately after the first use.
5. Drainage patches are designed to combat facial swelling. This type of mask needs to be kept on the skin under the eyes much longer than other patches. The most optimal amount of time is 25 minutes.

Korean

Korean patches are very popular, since these cosmetics are famous for their high technologies in their production. In addition, given the delicate facial skin of most Korean women, their cosmetics should not cause an allergic reaction.

Korean masks perfectly moisturize, brighten the skin, and also relieve swelling well. An important effect of using this product is the smoothing of fine wrinkles.

However, Korean cosmetics are not among the top most expensive facial care products. But, despite this fact, these patches are considered effective masks.

Koreans prefer to produce not only hydrogel patches, but also fabric masks. The most famous in the circle of Korean cosmetics are patches from the brands Mizon, Holika Holika and Tony Moli.

Using these cosmetics is very easy and simple:

1. First you need to thoroughly cleanse the skin of cosmetics.
2. Then open the patches with smooth movements.
3. Afterwards, you need to apply the patches so that the distance between the lower eyelashes and the mask does not exceed 2 mm.
4. After waiting 20 minutes, you should remove the product without washing or wiping your face afterwards. In addition, you can add eyelid care cream.

Black

Black patches became popular thanks to social networks, where they showed an example of how they not only add radiance to the face, but also refresh the skin. Usually the composition includes black coal. Black patches are also suitable for quickly moisturizing the skin.

Some cosmetic products may contain black bean or sesame extract, which effectively help remove swelling. Some people have already noticed that these patches are thicker than other types of patches, but despite this drawback, they are much more convenient to use, since they do not slide off the face.

Lifting

The main purpose of using such patches is to tighten delicate facial skin. Therefore, lifting patches are a favorite remedy for women over 40 years old. To achieve this, most manufacturers adhere to formulations containing collagen. Lifting patches will not only help get rid of sagging skin, but will also significantly tighten it, after which the dermis of the face will look much younger. But it is not recommended to use such masks too often, as the skin will not be able to fully receive the desired collagen. After all, you need to take into account that the skin can easily get used to the drug. Then all subsequent attempts to tighten the skin around the eyes will be in vain.

Moisturizing

This type of patch is necessary for the care of thin skin . The skin especially needs hydration in the summer and winter seasons. But you should also take into account that when choosing moisturizing patches, you should give preference to products with retinol in the composition. You can also learn more about how to moisturize your facial skin in our article.

Due to the large amount of retinol in most masks, they quickly saturate the dermis with the necessary moisture.

However, moisturizing patches often replace vitamin complexes.

With gold

Patches containing gold give noticeable results. They contain a lot of ions of this precious metal, which is why they have moisturizing and cooling effects.

They can be used against both dark circles under the eyes and bags.

To see the result, keep this mask on your face for at least half an hour.

Gold ions help increase collagen levels, making the skin more elastic. In addition, these patches eliminate problems such as crow's feet.

With collagen

Collagen patches are good for getting rid of dark circles and also relieves slight swelling of the face.

In some cases, they help get rid of hated wrinkles on the face.

But before purchasing, you should still decide which type of collagen is best to purchase patches with:

1. Plant collagen is found in most patches, since it is the one that best penetrates deeply into the human dermis.
2. Marine collagen is rare, which is why masks containing it are considered the most expensive.
3. Animal collagen has almost no benefits, so patches with it are cheap and ineffective.

Hydrogel

These patches are ideal for skin care in the summer.

The main component is a bit like jelly in consistency, which is why upon contact with warm skin it begins to melt and at the same time moisturize it. Is the time of day important for applying patches? It is better to apply hydrogel patches to the face after using tonic in the morning or evening , but they cannot be kept on the face for longer than 20 minutes. If you choose which patches to buy for the first time, it is recommended to buy hydrogel patches, as they are pleasant to work with. Petitfee patches with a cooling effect are especially popular. Well, among the countries that are known for their quality products is South Korea. In general, Korean cosmetics, despite the fact that they are a little more expensive in the store than domestically produced ones, give a very good effect. That is why, according to many reviews, she won the love of many girls.

It should be understood that these masks will never replace eye cream, so it is recommended to use them sometimes.

Gel

To get rid of dark circles under the eyes, you can use gel patches. They often contain colloidal gold, extracts of medicinal plants, and adenosine. It is necessary to understand that they remove wrinkles and swelling of the face only for a short time. Among the gel patches, you can highlight the gel pads from Oriflame. Patches should only be applied to clean facial skin. Keep for no more than 30 minutes .

Fabric

Such masks are very similar in appearance to cotton pads, which are used to remove cosmetics from the skin.

Unlike other patches, they have a higher concentration of collagen , which is why they are more suitable for face lifting and swelling.

In addition, the serum in these fabric patches helps remove small bags under the eyes.

Fabric patches often contain vitamin E, which is necessary for the health of the dermis.

In addition, after 15 minutes of using this product, a person’s vascular walls are strengthened due to increased blood flow. But to get a lasting effect, you will need to use these patches regularly. In this case, fabric masks can be kept on the face for more than an hour.

Silicone patches

They are often made from methyl trimethicone, which forms a thin film on the skin. As a result, a person can see noticeable results immediately after the first use. It visually smoothes the skin and also gets rid of crow's feet . Silicone patches are often considered reusable masks that can be used several times.

In some cases, they can be used to protect the delicate dermis under the eyes while tinting eyelashes.

Patches: what is it?

Patches are petal-shaped plates impregnated with various ingredients that effectively affect the area around the eyes.

They have become a worthy replacement for cream masks. The petals are glued for a short time, but the active components have time to penetrate into the deep layers of the epidermis.

Korean women have been using patches for a long time, but this trend came to Europe relatively recently. Although it is believed that this skin care product was invented by Europeans, and then undeservedly forgotten.

Korean women have very sensitive and thin skin in the eye area, so they use several types of patches at once that help care for the epidermis at different times of the day. Using cosmetics is quite convenient: stickers are attached under the eyes and you can do household chores, drive a car, work at a monitor, do household chores, etc.

In addition to women, patches are also used by men who have problematic skin in the eyelid area.

The effect of the cosmetic product is noticeable literally after the first time, but with regular use, the skin smoothes out, becomes soft and elastic, and wrinkles disappear.

In Russia you can buy original Korean cosmetics; its price will depend on the components included in the product and the manufacturer.

How to replace patches at home

In cases where it is not possible to buy patches in a store, you can replace them with folk remedies, which can be prepared from ordinary food products. Therefore, it is important to know which home remedies are suitable for moisturizing your facial skin.

To remove wrinkles from the face, you can prepare patches from fresh cucumber. To do this, you need to grate one vegetable on a fine grater and then squeeze out the juice. After this, you need to add a pinch of sugar and a couple of drops of vitamin E to the juice. For the patch, you will need a couple of cotton pads, which will be soaked in the prepared mixture.

To remove swelling or bruising, you will need to prepare a patch of parsley, tea and medicinal chamomile. First, you need to pour boiling water over the mixture of herbs (so that you get a 250 ml solution), and then you need to cool it. Then apply to your face using cotton pads.

When you need to quickly relieve tired eyes , you can apply used tea bags to them.

If you want to make gel patches, then you need to purchase either gelatin or agar-agar. You need to prepare a mixture of a quarter teaspoon of gelatin and 7 tablespoons of cucumber juice, which will later serve as the basis for homemade patches. You can add vitamins to the substance, as well as aloe juice, which promotes skin regeneration. Before applying to the skin, the mixture must be cooled.

TOP 5 best manufacturers

There are a lot of patch manufacturers, and it is not easy to choose high-quality and effective ones among them. We present the TOP 5 best brands that have received only positive reviews from cosmetologists, as well as women who use the products of the most famous South Korean companies.

Secret Key Pink Racoony HydroGel Eye and Cheek Patches

The patches have an original shape - a heart. This cosmetic product can be used in three ways:

• for eyelids;
• for the nasolabial fold area;
• for cheeks, cheekbones.

When applied to the cheeks and cheekbones, the heart is divided into two halves; in other cases, the petals are separated from each other.

The cosmetic product has a soothing and moisturizing effect, evens out skin color.

The composition includes the following components: gold, bamboo, pine, green tea, Baikal skullcap, rose, yuzu lemon.

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Koelf Hydro Gel Ruby & Bulgarian Rose Eye Patch

Patches with rose oil have a powerful anti-inflammatory, softening, and antioxidant effect. They stimulate tissue regeneration, make facial skin healthy and color natural. In the ranking of Korean cosmetics, these patches occupy one of the first places.

The cosmetic product can be used both for the skin around the eyes and for the area of ​​nasolabial folds.

Main components of the composition:

• Bulgarian rose oil;
• ruby powder;
• glycerol;
• extracts of camellia, Baikal skullcap, wormwood, grapefruit, bamboo, pine.

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BeauuGreen Sea Cucumber & Black Hydrogel Eye Patch

The cosmetic product is intended for thin and sensitive skin. It gently takes care of it: cleanses it of impurities and toxins, moisturizes it, saturates it with vitamins, and removes signs of fatigue. After using hydrogel petals, the skin becomes velvety and radiant.

The color of the pads is black, due to the black sea cucumber extract included in the composition. Other components: glycerin, black pearl powder, allantoin, vitamin E, raspberry extract.

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IYOUB Black Pearl Hydrogel Eye Patch

The patches fit tightly to the face thanks to their special anatomical shape. They can be used for regular daily as well as express care. The cosmetic product is intended to relieve inflammation, saturate the skin with microelements and amino acids, rejuvenate, and reduce swelling.

You can apply the petals to the eyelids, nasolabial area, and other problem areas of the face.

Main ingredients of the composition:

• black pearl powder;
• glycerol;
• green tea;
• peat water;
• hyaluronic acid;
• vitamins B and D.

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Black Snail Gold Nutrition Eye Patch

Numerous reviews say that Black Snail Gold Nutrition Eye Patch is the best product for mature skin. They moisturize, nourish, rejuvenate, and give elasticity. Patches eliminate age wrinkles almost after the first use, stimulate the production of natural elastin and collagen.

The composition is dominated by the following components:

• black snail mucin;
• colloidal gold;
• allantoin;
• vitamins;
• caviar extract;
• hyaluronic acid.

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All top cosmetic products can be purchased in the online store “Korea Nearby”. All of them are supplied directly from Korean manufacturers and have quality certificates.

Catalog of eye patches

How to properly glue the patch when eyelash extensions

Those who get eyelash extensions definitely need special eyelash extension patches. They help isolate the bottom row of lashes from the top row, making the process of eyelash extensions much easier.

To sculpt patches correctly, the client must first open her eyes and then look up.

At this time, the technician needs to have time to secure the patch so that it is located at a distance of one millimeter from the place where the eyelashes grow. In this case, you need to put on and attach the patches starting from the outer corner.

When applying the patch, you need to make sure that no small bubbles appear that will interfere with the process. To do this, be sure to iron the attached patches.

What components do Korean patches contain?

Korean eye patches owe their effective action to the various beneficial ingredients included in their composition. Having looked through many online stores of Korean cosmetics, I present to you a small list of the most popular components:

1. Colloidal gold actively stimulates metabolic processes inside skin cells, protects against bacteria, and its main function is to transport beneficial substances into the deepest layers of the epidermis at triple speed.
2. Snail filtrate inhibits the development of skin aging processes, forces cells to produce elastin themselves, effectively removes wrinkles, and heals the epidermis.
3. Snake venom - has a powerful anti-aging effect, fights even the most pronounced wrinkles, by relaxing the facial muscles, eliminates crow's feet, swelling and dark circles.
4. Collagen is a substance that has an antibacterial, restorative and tightening effect, activates elastin synthesis, and restores smoothness to the skin.
5. Hyaluronic acid is responsible for regulating the water balance in the skin, softens and smoothes, activates the protective properties of the epidermis, and fills wrinkles.
6. The placenta is a kind of elixir of youth, as it triggers the synthesis of its own collagen and hyaluronic acid in the cells, returning turgor to the epidermis.

7. Black pearl - the substance has pronounced anti-aging properties, can prolong youth, cleanse the skin of toxic substances, and activates blood circulation.

Tips from cosmetologists

To avoid trouble, you should pay attention to a couple of important tips:

1. Before purchasing, be sure to pay attention to the composition of the patches . It is better to adhere to the opinion “the fewer ingredients, the better.”
2. You should not believe advertising that promises instant and lasting results. You need to understand that some problems need to be solved together with a cosmetologist and plastic surgeon.
3. It is not recommended to leave the patch on your face overnight , as bacteria can multiply in a humid environment. Anyway, the mask will take effect in 10-20 minutes.

Contraindications

Cosmetic patches are one of the most useful means for correcting skin defects around the eyes, however, they also have their contraindications.

Namely:

• individual intolerance to the components that make up the impregnation;
• damage to the integrity of the skin of the eyelids;
• chronic conjunctivitis;

• disturbance of microcirculation in blood vessels (rosacea).

Even in the absence of contraindications, violating the rules for using patches can cause unpleasant consequences.

To avoid them, you must adhere to the following recommendations:

• take breaks between using masks to prevent the accumulation of active substances, which can subsequently act as allergens;
• Before buying patches, you need to familiarize yourself with the impregnation composition of the patch in order to exclude the possibility of an allergic reaction;
• Before starting the course, it is recommended to do a skin test by applying the patch to the inside of the wrist for 30-60 minutes to assess the potential reaction to the components.

How to apply patches correctly is indicated in the manufacturer's instructions. It must be remembered that excessive enthusiasm for magic masks can have the opposite effect.

Their continuous use leads to inhibition of eyelid skin regeneration and cessation of the production of its own collagen. An excessively active effect on the capillaries contributes to their expansion and the appearance of a vascular network.

Answers to frequently asked questions

How often can patches be used?

It is best to use these masks no more than 2 times a week, as the skin of the face may get used to the serum, which is why in the following days without using patches the skin will look flabby and unkempt compared to its original state.

How many times can eye masks be used?

There are disposable patches and reusable patches. Reusable masks mean masks that must be treated with an antibacterial agent before each application and then dipped in serum.

Where and how to store patches?

Any patches have their own expiration date. Opened masks cannot be stored for longer than 2 months. It is better to leave them in the refrigerator.

Liquid has leaked out of the patches, what should I do?

Patches are no longer useful. You can safely say goodbye to them.

Eye patches have dried out, what should I do?

If they dry out in the jar, just throw them in the trash. If it’s on your face, finally take it off, because you can’t wear them for so long.

Which side to glue?

Before applying to the face, the patches need to be unstitched and then attached to the face with the wet side. In this case, you need to place the patch with the wide side towards the place that needs care most.

Patches have become a panacea for many cosmetic problems. In addition, they are cheap and are sold in almost every hypermarket. But before use, you must first read the instructions, and also exclude the possibility of an allergic reaction. Only after being fully aware of how to properly wear eye patches can you apply them under your eyes.

Reviews about patches

Eye patches have mostly positive reviews. Women like that the effect of their use is noticeable immediately. Many people notice that fine wrinkles disappear with prolonged use. Immediately after using the patches, the skin looks nourished, moisturized, and radiant. The effect lasts about 8 hours.

There are also those who speak poorly of the product. Perhaps the reason is high expectations that were not met. Manufacturers often exaggerate the properties of their product. It is worth understanding that this is a cosmetic product that acts superficially. Although the impregnation of patches has a high concentration of nutrients, it is not able to completely eliminate dark circles and smooth out wrinkles. The look will be fresher, the swelling will be less, but you shouldn’t expect a miracle. Even with regular use, Botox will not have an effect. But as a prevention of wrinkles, the product works well.

Negative reviews are also often left by those who have used the patches a couple of times. With regular use, the effect will be more noticeable. In any case, it’s worth trying a beauty product in person to form your own opinion about it.

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What other patches are there?

In addition to local eye masks, there are also a lot of different facial patches, so I’ll tell you a little about them.

• For problematic skin. Small transparent circles are glued directly to the pimple area, gradually removing the site of inflammation by drawing out fluid and pus. They are completely invisible on the skin, and it is advisable to apply them for 6 hours, and then replace them with a new one, if necessary.
• For nasolabial folds. Such patches help to avoid pronounced wrinkles of the nasolabial triangle. In fact, wrinkles in this area can also occur in young people due to active facial expressions or a low percentage of body fat. By the way, many eye patches can also be applied to the nasolabial folds.
• For cheeks. Patches allow you to moisturize and nourish the skin of your cheeks, because it is usually much drier than the rest of the face. One of my favorite products. And all because I have combination skin and the cheek area always lacks moisture.
• For lips. Patches allow you to nourish the skin of your lips and make you forget about dryness and dehydration for a long time. After using them, your lips become very soft and smooth. And they act quite quickly, because the effect can be obtained within 10 minutes.
• For the neck. Paying enough attention to the face, we forget about the neck, but it also reveals our age. Therefore, this area has its own patch, which allows the skin in this area to look more elastic and tightened. And you need to wear it for quite a long time, about 4 hours.
• Cleansing. These products pull out all the dirt, oil, and blackheads on various parts of the face. They are most often used by those with oily and combination skin. There are patches for the nose, forehead and chin. I used them for a very long time, but now I switched to cleansing wipes.

Well, that's basically all I wanted to say. Whether you use patches in your care or not is up to you. But as express products, they work with a bang, quickly returning the skin to its well-groomed appearance. And the skin around the eyes most of all needs additional nutrition and hydration, because it does not contain sebaceous glands.

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How to use

Hydrogel patches must be used correctly. Otherwise, you may not achieve the desired effect. The method of application is quite simple. It is described on any express product package.

How to use patches, instructions:

• They are applied to dry, pre-cleaned dermis. Remove makeup, soak your face with a napkin;
• the remnants of the product are evenly distributed on the skin and are not washed off.
• Next, the application must be removed from the packaging. To do this, you can use a spatula;
• remove the protective layer;
• attach the product to the lower eyelid, 3 mm from the eyelashes, press down a little;
• after application, the express disc is ironed in the direction from the corner of the eye to the temple;
• You need to wait from 10 to 30 minutes. After the exposure time has expired, the patches are removed from the nose to the outer corner of the eye;

Note! Patches are not recommended for use in cases of conjunctivitis, mechanical damage to the skin, allergies, or intolerance to the active components.

What do allergy sufferers do to eliminate external imperfections in the area around the eyes? The answer is simple: they select the appropriate composition, which does not contain substances that irritate their body.

It is permissible to use the products as needed. This applies to cases when you need to quickly get rid of signs of fatigue, for example. If we talk about products containing hyaluronic acid or collagen, which have a cumulative effect, then they should be used several times a week for 1-2 months.

Anti-aging hydrogel patches based on gold

Petitfee Gold Hydrogel Eye Patch

Hydrogel petals for the face with active gold from the manufacturer of the best professional cosmetics Petitfee:

1. consist of 5 anti-aging components at once;
2. restore the natural elasticity of the skin and maintain it at the proper level;
3. improve lymph drainage and blood microcirculation in the area around the eyes;
4. produce a matting effect;
5. level the terrain;
6. contribute to the cessation of inflammatory processes;
7. accelerate the processes of restoration of damaged cells;
8. nourish the skin with moisture and retain it in the cells.

The cosmetic product is used for normal and other skin types, including combination (age 40+).

You can buy one package of patches with biogold (60 pcs.) on koreyadom.ru from 1050 rubles.

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Hydrogel patches with collagen and gold

MISSONELL GOLD & COLLAGEN EYE PATCH

Skin care products with collagen and gold are one of the most popular beauty trends among European and Asian women. Their characteristic features:

1. nutrition, hydration;
2. relieving inflammation and irritation;
3. giving the skin elasticity, matteness, soft radiance;
4. tone alignment;
5. smoothing facial wrinkles.

A professional cosmetic product made in South Korea has a beneficial effect on all skin types. It is recommended to use it from 35 years of age.

The cost of anti-aging patches (collagen/gold) starts from 850 rubles. (pack of 60 pcs.).

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Tips for choosing

A few simple recommendations will help you choose the right product:

• Most often, patches come on two bases - hydrogel and fabric. The main difference between the first ones is the shape: there is one for large eyes, there is one for small ones. So take a closer look at which ones are best for you.
• The difference between fabric ones is that they adhere better to the skin. If you want to wear patches while working at the computer, then you should choose this option.
• Particular attention should be paid to the active ingredients in the composition. Each brand offers its own formulas that help solve a lot of dermatological problems. Based on your skin type.
• And, of course, pay attention to the reviews.

Happy shopping!

Hydrogel patches with peptides

Dr.Hedison Returning Eye Patch

Hydrogel-based restorative plates from the Dr.Hedison brand top the TOP sales in Europe and Asia. Their unique properties:

1. return the skin to a blooming and radiant appearance even with insufficient sleep;
2. promote rapid regeneration at the cellular level;
3. tighten the skin by filling it with an optimal level of moisture;
4. instantly eliminate bags under the eyes and blue circles;
5. vitaminize and enrich the skin with useful components.

Patches with innovative hydrogel and plant extracts are used for mature skin of all types.

You can buy a highly effective cosmetic product from a Korean manufacturer in the KoreyaRyadom online store from RUB 1,500.

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Patches with microneedles and hyaluronic acid

Karatica Im Fill Patch

Filler patches have 130 soluble needles with hyaluronic acid on one side, which is an excellent moisturizer for the skin. Innovative Korean cosmetics allow you to:

1. fill the deep epidermis with bioactive substances;
2. reverse age-related changes;
3. smooth out deep wrinkles and completely remove small ones;
4. completely restore the skin in the eye area.

Anti-aging fillers with dissolvable needles can rejuvenate the skin of women aged 30+. There is no need to determine the type, the product is suitable for everyone.

You can buy a unique development in the online store “Korea Nearby” at a competitive price from 790 rubles.

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