Patches are a popular product for caring for delicate areas of facial skin. These are a kind of stickers (patch) under the eyes that help relieve swelling, remove dark circles, and smooth out small wrinkles. For those who decide to try this miraculous remedy on themselves, it will be useful to know how and where to store eye patches. And also on what basis should they be chosen from the entire variety of proposals.
How to choose
Each type of cosmetic stickers has a specific function. At the same time, many people who are demanding about their appearance have a whole arsenal of patches for all occasions.
If the task is to eliminate swelling, you should purchase appropriate stickers. To reduce wrinkles, there is another type of patch, etc.
When purchasing this product, you should pay attention to its manufacturer. As you know, Koreans were the first to use innovative skin care products under the eyes. We owe the appearance of patches to scientists and cosmetologists of this particular country. Therefore, you should not trust products from other manufacturers: their action may be ineffective.
For those who have not used eye pads before, it is better not to purchase sets of 60 – 90 pieces. To try it, just buy a few stickers, which are commercially available in different packaging.
At what age can patches be used?
Korean manufacturers do not indicate age restrictions. As you know, you need to take more active care of your skin starting from the age of 25. Our recommendation is to always take an individual approach to the needs of your skin, which you know better than anyone else. If you feel that the skin of your eyelids has become very dry, the first expression lines have made themselves felt, you have a tendency to edema, you spend a lot of time at the computer, do not get enough sleep and dark circles under your eyes are noticeable - then patches can and even should be applied.
Also, if you have pronounced, deeper wrinkles, the skin loses its elasticity and former radiance - patches will become an indispensable express restoration.
Storage conditions
The patches are sold in packages with a sealed lid, which do not allow the special hydrogel-based active composition to dry out. The container can contain up to 60 pieces or more. But if you wish, you can purchase patches in individual packages of 2 pieces. In this case, it is better to take the batch for at least 5 days to understand whether there is a result.
Before storing hydrogel patches, you should close the container with stickers as tightly as possible to prevent evaporation of the active substance.
For this cosmetic product, choose a cool place with moderate humidity. The packaging should not be left on sunlit windowsills or near heat sources. If you neglect these rules, the shelf life of the patches after opening will be minimal. They themselves and the serum will quickly become unusable.
To the question, is it possible to store patches in the refrigerator? Many people do this. This method of storage helps enhance the decongestant, tonic and cooling effect of using this product. At the same time, it is important to avoid sudden temperature changes, which do not contribute to the long-term storage of whey. Those. Do not store patches on the refrigerator door.
The shelf life and storage conditions of eye patches are closely interrelated. Despite the fact that after opening the container, the linings retain their quality for 2–3 months, they can last much longer. The main thing is that the hydrogel product is in a cool place and in a tightly closed container.
The bathroom is not the best place to store patches. Increased humidity levels negatively affect the composition of the whey, even if the container is tightly closed.
Remove the pads from the jar using a spatula or tweezers, which are included with the product. If you do this with your fingers, bacterial microflora will very soon develop in the serum. And it will become unsafe to use this cosmetic product.
Disposable eye patches based on hydrogel or fabric can be stored at temperatures from +5°C to +25°C. There are certain rules for reusable patches. After each use, they are washed well with cool water, wiped with a napkin and stored in their “original” container.
FAQ
How often can you use them?
Each brand has its own nuances of use. Most often, they are recommended to be applied once or twice a week for a course lasting up to three months.
Which patches are better?
Products from Korean brands have long become the standard of the beauty industry. You can get acquainted with the best manufacturers in the rating of the best patches.
Are there reusable patches?
Many Korean manufacturers produce reusable nourishing eye pads. They are suitable for frequent use. Benefits of reusable patches:
- High concentration of nutrients in the impregnation;
- Have a cumulative effect;
- Cost-effective purchase (compared to disposable eye masks).
Can they cause harm?
Yes, they can, if you neglect the rules for storing and using the product. After cosmetic procedures, the jar with the pads must be tightly closed and placed in a place with a suitable temperature.
Types of patches
There are disposable and reusable types of eye pads. However, it is not recommended to use the latter more than 5 – 6 times. After each use, they are washed and placed in a container with a special cleaning and disinfecting liquid. Prices for reusable patches are usually higher, so this product is less in demand.
If an individual package contains only 2 eye stickers, they are designed for single use. The compact, hermetically sealed bag is convenient to carry with you and use when necessary. Long-term storage of disposable eye patches after opening the package is not recommended. It is advisable to use them immediately, while the composition has not yet dried and is able to affect the skin.
The most famous brands of cosmetic products of this type include: Dia Force, SNP, Koelf, Ecret Key, Farm Stay, Petitfee, Esfolio, Berrisom, Milatte.
Benefits and harms
Patches are a means of regular care, but, unfortunately, you are unlikely to get long-term benefits from them. The effect can be classified as short-term and short-term . Thanks to the substances that make up the product, the main problems of the skin around the eyes are quickly eliminated. Hyaluronic acid and other light acids have a whitening effect . Panthenol will restore the skin around the eyes. Caffeine will strengthen and brighten blood vessels, and green tea extract will relieve swelling and inflammation. Choose a product based on your needs, and for a longer lasting effect, apply eye cream immediately after use.
Patches are not recommended for daily use . Some types contain large amounts of silicone, preservatives and petrochemicals. They are added for whitening and, if used frequently, the patches will dry out your skin.
Cold storage
Storing patches in the refrigerator is not necessary unless required by their instructions for use. But if it is a decongestant product, keeping it cold is fine to enhance the effect, as long as the skin under the eyes is not too sensitive to cold. It is also not recommended to store patches in the refrigerator if there is a problem with narrowed blood vessels.
Reusable silicone and hydrogel pads should not be kept warm. The most convenient place to store eye patches after opening is the refrigerator shelf. But at the same time, sudden temperature changes should not be allowed.
Disposable types of pads should also not be kept at temperatures above +25°C.
But storing eye patches in the freezer is strictly prohibited.
What are Korean patches?
At first glance, the patches look like semicircular patches or pads that need to be applied to the area under the eyes. Their inner side is coated with a special adhesive compound that holds the pads in one position. This allows you to go about your business while the active ingredients restore the sensitive skin under the eyes.
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The main advantage of this treatment is the immediate result. Unlike creams, which must be applied every day for several weeks or even months, patches (applications) work instantly. They are impregnated with cosmetics with a high concentration of active substances, which in terms of effectiveness can be compared with expensive anti-aging or deeply moisturizing serums.
Their action largely depends on the components with which the pads are impregnated. Regular patches almost always include the following ingredients:
- deeply moisturizing and skin-regenerating substances - collagen, glycerin and hyaluronic acid,
- antioxidants help rejuvenate and accelerate skin renewal,
- Tartaric acid or caffeine is used to speed up blood circulation,
- peptides help make the skin more elastic,
- various essential oils are used as additional additives to enhance the effect.
The name of this tool comes from computer terminology, where “patch” is a quick correction of a defect. This beauty product works on the same principle. It must be used as an urgent remedy for skin restoration. However, the effect of such emergency exposure will be short-lived.
Patches allow you to quickly get rid of dryness, shallow wrinkles, remove signs of fatigue from the face and reduce swelling.
There are certain types of Korean know-how that allow you to achieve long-term results, but you will have to use such patches regularly.
Used patches
Repeated use of patches designed for one-time use does not lead to the expected result. The active substance is almost completely absorbed into the skin during the first procedure.
Already used stickers cannot be sent to a common container, otherwise the remaining patches in it will become unusable.
If the composition in the jar has partially evaporated and the top patches have become dry, their further use will be pointless. Products should be thrown away like used ones.
The serum contains volatile substances, which leads to its rapid evaporation. Therefore, the container should be closed as tightly as possible.
How can you store eye patches?
Reusable eye patches should be stored in their original packaging. If you comply with this condition, then their shelf life will coincide with that specified in the instructions and they will not deteriorate ahead of time.
Disposable patches from a bag containing two pairs are stored in the same bags. Usually they have a special zip fastener, but if there is none, then such a sachet bag must be closed independently. To do this, you can put it in a plastic bag, or tuck it in and hold it with a special clamp.
Disposable patches, which are sold in bags of one pair, are not stored. The best decision would be to throw them away immediately after use. The cost of patches can be quite high, which creates a desire to reuse them. You absolutely can’t do this, but there are some tricks that will help you use them at least one more time:
- Secret No. 1. Immediately after opening, transfer them to a container with a tightly closed lid. Patches from disposable packaging can be reused if you save the liquid in which they were stored. To do this, carefully open the bag so that not a drop of liquid spills out. Take a small plastic container with a tight-fitting lid and transfer the patches along with the liquid into it. The container must be clean and as sterile as possible. This is the main requirement for the eye pads to be reusable.
- Secret No. 2. Use homemade patch storage liquid. You can prepare the storage liquid yourself. To do this you will need thermal water, hyaluronic acid, eye cream. Take a little of each ingredient and stir to form a slightly thick liquid. The resulting mixture is placed in a container, the patches are placed in it and closed tightly.
Important! After the first use, hydrogel patches must be washed in cold water and only then put away for storage. They are stored in this way for a short time and subsequently used no more than once. Otherwise, bacteria and pathogenic fungi will appear in them, which can harm the skin and human health.
The above reuse methods are only suitable for gel or hydrogel disposable pads. Disposable fabric patches are not reused.
Other uses
Used hydrogel patches can be reused. They are dissolved in hot water (boiling water should not be used) to obtain a vitamin tonic liquid for facial skin. This tonic can be stored for no more than a day, so it is advisable to use it immediately.
Another way to store eye patches after use is in ice cube trays. The hydrogel is dissolved in not too hot water, after which it is poured into molds and frozen. The resulting tonic, refreshing skin product will be more effective than iced tea or chamomile.
Frozen hydrogel can be stored for up to 1 month.
Modern cosmetics can give your face a fresh look in just 20–30 minutes. In this case, eye patches should be stored in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions. And you need to use the product in the absence of an allergic reaction to the components of the serum.
Reason #2: drying out
Hydrogel patches are dense gel-like facial pads made of biocellulose or synthetic polymers that swell in water and can retain moisture for a long time.
The patches are soaked in a nourishing serum, which you apply to the skin along with the product. Due to tight adhesion, the patches ensure the transport of the maximum amount of nutrients to the cells.
Therefore, 10-15 minutes are enough to tighten, brighten, smooth out the area under the eyes, as well as remove dark circles and puffiness.
Indications for use
The skin around the eyes is thin, which is why changes appear here first as you grow older. Special masks are great for this purpose.
Eye patches - what they are, you need to understand before use. They are made in the form of small pads in the shape of an arc. They are often made from hydrogel - a jelly-like mass that contains a huge list of useful ingredients.
Masks are also made from non-woven fabric. They contain a long list of vitamins and minerals, extracts of various plant substances, essential oils, antioxidants and other substances important for the human body.
In a short time, the patches give the skin a nourishing effect and provide moisture saturation for a long period. A number of patches are created to achieve a rejuvenating effect.
Application time
It depends on the individual characteristics and purposes of using the patches, but most often the instructions say to apply them for about 15-20 minutes. This is exactly the time that is enough for the patches to transfer all their beneficial properties and elements to the skin. If we talk about moisturizing patches, they can be worn a little longer - about 30 minutes.
There are also products that are designed for night use. Patches are applied before bed and removed in the morning. Such products are suitable for busy women.
