Eye Gel Pads
Gel eye pads reduce dark circles and wrinkles
Travelling, a demanding week at work, or studying for final exams – these are just some of the circumstances when our self-confidence can be seriously shaken by dark circles or swelling under our eyes. This is exactly where hydrogel eye pads come in handy! No one needs to know that you haven’t slept too well.
What gel eye pads can do for you
Hydrogel eye pads can also be called gel masks or gel under-eye patches. Put simply, a hydrogel pad is a mask for the eye area soaked in intensively nourishing serum which will noticeably refresh and rejuvenate your look.
- The gel pads will reduce puffiness around your eyes and the bags under your eyes.
- They work as a mask against dark circles under your eyes.
- They intensively hydrate the fine skin around your eyes.
- They act against wrinkles.
- They give the area under your eyes a fresh and radiant look.
- Their unique shape is perfectly adjusted to the eye area.
- Their practical packaging allows for simple application.
Choose the best pads for dark circles and wrinkles
- Hydrogel eye pads: The hydrogel “half-moons” have a jelly-like structure. They are infused with a nourishing serum to quickly refresh the eye area. Hydrogel is the most often used, but the eye pads can also be made of textile, cellulose or other materials.
- Microneedle eye pads: These work on the principle of microneedling – a gentle disruption of the upper layer of your skin to stimulate the production of collagen and elastin. Thanks to this, skin gets firmer and younger looking, and it absorbs ingredients from the serum much more effectively.
- Cooling eye pads: The soft silicone pads are intended for repeated use. They use the effects of cryotherapy to refresh skin and reduce puffiness. All you need to do is put them in the fridge half an hour before use, then rinse and store them again after use.
Different pads for your chosen purpose
- Eye pads for fighting dehydration and signs of fatigue are aimed at nourishing the eye area and reducing dark circles and puffiness. They contain hyaluronic acid, vitamin E or caffeine.
- Eye pads to combat wrinkles fight skin ageing with the help of active ingredients such as vitamin C or niacinamide. You can also add peptide eye pads or collagen eye pads which make the eye area firmer and reduce wrinkles.
How to use hydrogel eye pads
- Start with exfoliated, cleansed (and possibly toned) skin.
- Take the pad out of the packaging. A handy tool such as tweezers or a "spoon" can be included directly in the package.
- Allow the pads to stick under your eyes - the pointed end should point towards your nose.
- Leave to act for the time recommended by the manufacturer.
- Remove the pads and massage the rest of the serum gently into the eye area.
- Continue with the rest of your skincare routine. Use a serum, skin cream or make-up.
Some hydrogel pads are suitable for daily use, others are best used only a few times a week – this depends on the composition and the desired effect of the specific product. Always follow the recommendations on the packaging.
Extra tips and tricks
- For maximum relief of the puffiness around your eyes, you can boost the powers of a hydrogel mask with a massage roller. Run the roller directly over the eye pad or use it to work in the serum residue.
- For a pleasant cooling effect, store the eye pads in the fridge. Cooling eye pads are great for refreshing the eye area in the morning.
- If you are after long term improvement of the skin around your eyes, opt for gel pads suitable for everyday use, and apply them regularly. Some pads are recommended for use twice a day or to be left on overnight.
Other tips on brightening skin around your eyes
Cosmetics can help reduce signs of fatigue, but are no substitute for a healthy lifestyle. Don't forget other principles that will benefit your eye area from the inside out.
- We all know that getting enough sleep each and every night is not easy. However, you should aim to sleep for at least 7 hours most nights. Lack of sleep has a negative impact not only on your looks, but also on your overall physical and mental health.
- Ensure adequate hydration. Puffiness under your eyes is often caused by the dehydration of your body which stores liquids in the “wrong” places.
- The skin around eyes is very thin and sensitive, so use only special cosmetics for the eye area. Avoid excessive rubbing and pulling on your skin when removing eye make-up.
Get the best gel pads to fight wrinkles or dark circles, and pamper the skin around your eyes a little. At Notino you can find collagen eye pads, eye pads withsnail extract, as well as peptide eye pads.