Hydrogel eye patches: features and applications

Nowadays, special cosmetic patches are in great demand. Especially popular are modern hydrogel options that are highly effective. You should be aware of the features of these products and the rules for their use.

Hydrogel patches are special masks that are designed to care for various problem areas, for example, the skin around the eyes. These highly effective cosmetic products are produced by many well-known brands and are presented in a wide range. Gel patches are made from water-based materials (hydrogel). The composition of such cosmetic products has a high content of useful active substances that affect the skin.

It's no secret that the skin under the eyes is very sensitive and vulnerable, so you need to take care of it very carefully and delicately. The skin in this area of ​​the face is characterized by its characteristic thinness. There are practically no sebaceous glands or collagen fibers, fat layer. It is around the eyes that hateful wrinkles most likely appear. Many external factors can also negatively affect this area: smoking, diets, temperature jumps. A gel mask comes to the rescue.

If you use hydrogel patches, it will be possible to maintain the area around the eyes in a healthy and beautiful condition. Often the considered care products are used in emergency situations, for example, when it is necessary to say goodbye to puffiness, dark circles or ugly bags under the eyes. You can also resort to regular use of the product in courses. Thus, you can achieve both rejuvenating and moisturizing effects.

The products also speed up the regeneration process. They have an excellent lifting effect, for which many ladies love them. Thanks to these care products, the surface of the skin is not only tightened, but also becomes more elastic. With the help of gel patches, traces of fatigue can be overcome.

There are many types of hydrogel patches on the market. These can be products for the eyelids or other areas of the body. The products are teardrop or round in shape. You can buy formulations of various actions in the store - every girl has the opportunity to choose the right product.

Typically, the composition of hydrogel patches is indicated on the branded packaging in which they are sold. Products often contain powerful antioxidants that can tone the skin, making it firmer and more attractive. To achieve a good moisturizing effect, the gel patches are supplemented with glycerin and hyaluron.

For a soothing and refreshing effect, the following ingredients are included:

• tocopherol;
• panthenol;
• lactic acid;
• fruit acid.

Let's take a closer look at the most important components of modern gel patches.

• Hyaluronic acid. If this component is not in the composition of the care product, then there is no point in waiting for the proper moisturizing effect. The specified acid copes with such a task ideally.
• Antioxidants These elements enable the skin to remain fresh, attractive and youthful for as long as possible. Antioxidants include retinol (vitamin A), coenzymes, acids.
• Panthenol. The component is regenerative. In this action, he is considered the most effective - there is no equal to him.
• Extracts from medicinal herbs - both widespread and growing in certain regions.

On sale there are also exclusive specimens with a more enriched composition. More unusual elements can be found in such products.

• Pieces of gold. Gold hydrogel is able to activate all biological processes at the cellular level. Thanks to these ingredients, the natural aging process is slowed down. Under the influence of gold particles, the skin receives vitality, the microcirculation process improves.
• Ginseng. The root of this plant contributes to the early recovery of cells, the synthesis of its own collagen in the skin, smoothing of wrinkles, and normalizes metabolic processes.

Every girl dreams of looking irresistible, fresh and well-groomed. To achieve this goal, it is worth using high quality and effective hydrogel patches from renowned brands. Consider a small rating of the best manufacturers offering effective gel-based products for consumers to choose from.

• Avon. Patches from the Antipanda line are especially popular today. These products are very easy to apply and have a slight cooling effect.According to user reviews, high-quality Antipanda patches can effectively cope with puffiness, do not cause irritation, make the skin soft and smooth, but a little sticky.

• Kocostar. A well-known brand offering quality Korean products. The range of Kocostar is very wide: there are not only hydrogel patches, but also special moisturizing masks, filler serums, capsule serums and other products in demand among women.

• ESEDO Korea... A well-known brand with a brilliant reputation. Hydrogel patches Gold ESEDO Korea are famous for their high efficiency and excellent quality. They contain gold particles. Branded cosmetics allow you to cope with dark circles under the eyes, and with puffiness, and mimic wrinkles.

• Sheenjoy. Wonderful gel patches Sheenjoy Gold Eye Mask also contain particles of gold. Such products successfully fight wrinkles, remove puffiness, make the skin firmer, softer and more attractive.

• Ezilu. A Chinese brand that produces hydrogel patches that contain algae. Original branded products successfully fight dark circles under the eyes, relieve swelling, and have a beneficial effect on the elasticity of the skin.

• Sefite. This company is looking for the most effective cosmetic formulas around the world. Sefite products are manufactured in the USA, South Korea, Russia, China, Thailand and other countries.

• IYOUB. A relatively young brand from Korea specializing in the production of hydrogel patches. In the assortment of the company, you can find good compositions containing pearl powder, animal collagen and gold.

In the huge range of modern hydrogel patches, the average consumer can "get lost". However, choosing the perfect and quality product is not all. It is very important to use it correctly in order to achieve the desired results and noticeable declared effects.

Let us analyze in stages how these cosmetic products should be applied in accordance with all the rules.

• First you need to go through all the preparatory procedures... To do this, you will need to resort to a full and thorough washing of the skin, since the patches must be applied exclusively to a clean and completely dry surface of the skin. You can use a special tissue and wipe your face with it. Further, it is advisable to additionally subject the delicate areas under the eyes to a tonic or lotion treatment. After that, you need to wait until the skin is completely dry.
• The next step is to apply hydrogel patches. They need to be glued under the eyes. In this case, an indent of 2 mm is required from the lower eyelashes (prerequisite).
• If the main problem is wrinkles, then patches should be tried to be applied precisely on well-visible and pronounced grooves.
• If the procedure is performed in order to overcome dark circles under the eyes, then the cosmetic patch is applied as close to the inner corner of the eye as possible.
• The patches should be glued as evenly as possible. You should always ensure that the skin does not form a fold, and the formation of fresh wrinkles does not occur. The patches should be kept on the skin for about 30 minutes. You don't have to remove the pads for 15 minutes - this is an express way. A longer method is to leave the patches on for 60 minutes. And also there are night options for caring masks. Different types of patches should be left on the skin for different periods of time.
• If there are pronounced swelling under the eyes, then they should be dealt with differently: you will need to resort to gymnastics for the eyes, then go to a gentle lymphatic drainage massage, wait about 30 minutes and only after that stick the patches on the surface of problem areas.
• You can remove the patches in literally one movement, moving from the nose to the temples. No need to remove gel residues - leave to absorb. It is allowed to lightly massage the skin with tapping finger movements.

Hydrogel patches must be selected carefully so as not to be disappointed in the action of the purchased cosmetic product. You should take into account a number of features of the choice of these products:

• for women of fashion aged with significant skin pigmentation, it is best to buy high-quality hyaluronic types of gel patches;
• high-performance pads, containing gold particles, will be the ideal solution for young skin with mimic wrinkles;
• collagen varieties easily and quickly relieve the issue of weak skin tone.

Hydrogel cosmetic products should only be purchased from reputable brands. Korean brands are considered to be the best: their products are of impeccable quality and quick action. It is advisable to purchase these care products in specialized stores or order on proven Internet sites.

Today, hydrogel patches have become the leaders in the care products market. They are used by many women who want to always look fresh and attractive. Buyers leave different reviews about modern patches: both positive and negative. Many girls and women did not find any disadvantages at all in the products.

Let us examine what the ladies have found good in the products.

• Fast effect. Branded high-quality products easily fight puffiness, smoothen the skin in problem areas, perfectly moisturize it and make it more tender, smoother and younger.
• According to customers, modern gel patches are one of the most effective remedies in the fight against annoying mimic wrinkles.
• The ladies were also pleased that these cosmetic products turn out to be as simple and straightforward to use as possible. You don't need to allocate too much free time or go to a beautician for rejuvenating procedures using hydrogel patches: you can do everything without any problems at home with your own hands.
• Many young ladies noted that when applying high-quality gel patches there are no negative reactions in the form of burning, redness or inflammation of the skin. As a rule, these care products do not provoke allergic reactions, do not cause pain. In rare cases, a girl may feel a slight coolness.
• It could not but please the ladies and the fact that modern gel patches can be applied not only on the skin under the eyes, but also on other areas, for example, on the forehead, the smile line, since these areas are also problematic and often require proper care.
• Another plus noticed by many consumers is big run-up in prices for hydrogel patches... On sale you can find not only expensive, but also budget products.Moreover, the latter are also produced by well-known brands and are of the highest quality.

Like any other cosmetic product, gel-based patches sometimes make girls feel a little frustrating when using them. Consider what shortcomings the young ladies note.

• The ladies found products of some brands ineffective. Of course, a lot depends on the manufacturer and place of purchase of the patches, as well as on the correctness of their application. If at least one of the points was violated, then the desired effect may not be achieved.
• Some patches slip off the skin under the eyes, which requires constant adjustments and control.
• The gel in a number of patches inevitably dries up after 2-3 months, which upset many girls.
• The products of some companies have to be searched for for a long time.
• Many branded gel patches, especially those with a rich composition, are very expensive. Excessively high cost often forces girls to refuse to buy.

In order not to be disappointed in these effective tools, they must be carefully selected, paying attention to all the features and nuances. If you are planning to purchase and use quality hydrogel patches to tidy up problem areas on your skin, arm yourself with some helpful tips and tricks.

• Before using patches, you should make sure that you do not have conjunctivitis, any damage in the places where you intend to apply onlays. And also a person should not suffer from allergies: before the first use, it is recommended to attach the product to the skin of the wrist to make sure there is no negative reaction.
• The effects of using good patches can be quick, but not the most sustainable. For a lasting effect, you must use the funds regularly (courses).
• Repairing patches with natural herbal ingredients in their composition are most effective in matters of rejuvenation.
• Most modern hydrogel patches are disposable rather than reusable products. There is no need to try to reanimate them after the first use and put them back in the box / jar from where they were originally taken. Doing so can allow harmful bacteria that have been collected from the surface of your skin to enter the sterile environment. This will ruin all the other stickers as well.
• Having bought gel patches, it is important to read the instructions before using them. Usually it is applied to branded packaging or comes as a separate information leaflet in a set. From it you will learn how long it is required to hold the pads on the face, and how they should be used correctly.

See below for an overview of hydrogel eye patches.