Mask for the skin around the eyes: homemade or ready-made products

How to provide the best care for the most vulnerable part of the face – the area around the eyes? Complete the basic care with a mask. But which one to choose?

What is the peculiarity of the skin around the eyes

The skin around the eyes has its own specifics.

  • She in several times thinner than in other parts of the face. Through it, the circular muscle of the eye can even shine through, creating the feeling of dark circles. The same effect gives and stagnation of blood in the capillaries.

  • Very mobile due to the attachment of mimic muscles. This means it is prone to wrinkles. By the way, it is the “crow’s feet” in the corners of the eyes that become one of the first signs of age.

  • Contains few sebaceous glandsand therefore has no natural defenses. That is, even with very oily skin, the area around the eyes remains quite dry.

  • Swells easily due to loose subcutaneous adipose tissue. Drinking plenty of water before bed can lead to noticeable bags under the eyes.

You can find out what skin care around the eyes is right for you right now.

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Features and functions of masks for the skin around the eyes

Optimal composition and texture

  • Hydrofixator. Most of all, the skin of the eyelids needs proper hydration. By retaining moisture in the skin, hydrofixators prevent the formation of wrinkles, maintain the elasticity of the epidermis.

  • Oils are needed to compensate for the lack of sebum.

  • Components that stimulate microcirculation, help to cope with puffiness and dark circles under the eyes. Among these substances is the popular caffeine (including the one found in tea, if we talk about home remedies).

  • Soothing Ingredients. These include “folk” chamomile, cornflower, cucumber.

  • Texture choose light, comfortable for fragile, easily stretched skin. The tool should be such that it can not only be applied quickly, but also easily removed.

  • Hypoallergenicity. Ready products for the skin around the eyes must pass the control of ophthalmologists. Home cosmetic creativity cannot boast of this.

Types of masks for the skin around the eyes

The most popular, easy to use and effective are:

  • patches;

  • gel masks for the skin around the eyes.

Eliminate dark circles, bags and signs of fatigue even without impregnation cooling silicone masks that are stored in the refrigerator.

In general, lowering the temperature around the eyes is a good idea. The cream can also be kept in the refrigerator or applied with a chilled spatula.

What ideally happens as a result of using a mask

  • The traces of dehydration disappear – fine wrinkles, which appear especially often in the area around the eyes due to physiological reasons.

  • The bags go away, the skin tightens.

  • Bruises and dark circles under the eyes are “erased”.

  • Mimic wrinkles are smoothed out.

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Rules for the use of masks at home

Follow our guidelines to get the most out of your eye mask.

  1. Purification Cleanse the area around the eyes with special products – micellar lotion or other eye makeup remover.

  2. Rules for applying a mask Apply to cleansed skin. We are talking exclusively about the fixed eyelids – upper and lower. Cosmetics are not applied to the moving eyelid, unless the manufacturer indicates otherwise. Homemade cosmetics are not applied to it under any circumstances.

  3. Exposure time The mask in this area is usually kept within 15 minutes. And it is better to spend this time in a horizontal position and with your eyes closed – for maximum effect.

  4. How to wash off the mask The usual mask is removed with a cotton pad. This should be done as gently and gently as possible so as not to injure the sensitive skin in this area. It is these risks that have inspired modern manufacturers to release patches. Because every rinsing of the mask in the area around the eyes is an additional stress for the skin. After a patch or compress, the remnants of the product are simply driven into the skin with fingertips.

  5. Care after the mask You can apply serum or cream for the skin around the eyes.

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Which mask for the skin around the eyes to choose: homemade or purchased

Compare ready-made and homemade masks

Homemade

Purchased

composition

Usually for the skin around the eyes, “monomasks” are used – that is, mixtures from one product.

In a small volume, manufacturers combine many ingredients that are useful for the skin around the eyes.

Efficiency

Home masks can have a cooling effect, relieve fatigue. But can you expect more?

The composition of the product allows you to solve several problems at once – from neutralizing traces of fatigue to smoothing wrinkles.

Convenience

This criterion largely depends on the texture.

Today’s hit is patch masks: applied, held for 10 minutes, removed and carefully distributed the remaining composition over the skin.

Elena Eliseeva

“Particular attention should be paid to the removal of homemade masks in the area around the eyes. This is a very sensitive area, and if you rub your eyes with cotton pads, there is a risk of accidentally stretching and injuring the vessel under thin skin. The case can end not only with dark circles, but also with real bruises. ”

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Folk recipes vs professional remedies

We have collected five examples of homemade masks and ready-made products designed for the skin around the eyes. And we invite you to make your own choice: hassle-free patches or whipped protein with grated potatoes?

Lifting mask for the skin around the eyes

Act: the skin of the upper and lower eyelids is tightened, the look becomes more open, wrinkles at the corners of the eyes are smoothed out.

Ingredients:

protein of 1 egg.

How to cook:

beat the protein into a foam.

How to use:

  1. clean the area around the eyes with a means intended for this;

  2. apply whipped protein with a cotton swab in an even layer on the fixed eyelids (along the orbital bone);

  3. lie down or sit with your eyes closed for 10-15 minutes;

  4. wash off the protein with a cotton pad soaked in eye makeup remover;

  5. apply serum and cream for the skin around the eyes.

Editorial opinion. Theoretically, egg white is a storehouse of amino acids needed by the skin. But how much useful is contained in a store egg, we do not know. We like the developments of scientists much more, for example, the Génifique line. And the shape of the patches is incomparably more convenient and pleasant. Not to mention the proven effectiveness.

Fabric patches under the eyes “Moisturizing + fresh look”, Garnier

The impregnation consists of hyaluronic acid and orange juice saturated with vitamin C. The skin is intensively moisturized and smoothed, bags under the eyes are reduced. The effect is noticeable after 15 minutes. It is recommended to keep the patches in the refrigerator first.

Potato and cucumber eye mask

Act: smoothes and refreshes the skin under the eyes, relieves swelling and bruising.
Ingredients:

  1. small potato;

  2. half a cucumber

How to cook:

  1. grate potatoes;

  2. chop cucumber;

  3. mix 1 teaspoon of both.

How to use:

  1. without squeezing, apply the mixture over the orbital bone;

  2. lie down with your eyes closed for 15 minutes (the juice may leak, so stock up on napkins);

  3. carefully remove the mask;

  4. apply cream.

Editorial opinion. A refreshing and brightening effect is possible. But counting on a vitamin charge (and raw potatoes are rich in vitamin C), unfortunately, is not necessary. Especially if you use a metal grater. Vitamin C oxidizes rapidly in air. In addition, this recipe lacks at least a drop of oil or cream – after all, the skin needs nutrition due to the lack of sebaceous glands in this area.

There is a more convenient version of this homemade mask: juice is squeezed out of a mixture of grated cucumber and potatoes, cotton pads cut in half are soaked with it and applied to the eyelids.

Sheet mask for the skin around the eyes “Moisturizing + elasticity”, Garnier

The shape of the masquerade mask is already uplifting. The composition with hyaluronic acid saturates the skin with moisture and smoothes wrinkles, strengthens the protective barrier, improves elasticity. Coconut water, rich in minerals and vitamins, also has a moisturizing effect. The mask is applied for 15 minutes, this is enough for the skin to look rested, fresh and smooth.

Turmeric eye mask

Act: smoothes the skin under the eyes, reduces swelling, smoothes fine wrinkles.

Ingredients:

  1. 1 teaspoon freshly squeezed pineapple juice (do not use canned pineapple, otherwise it will not be juice, but syrup);

  2. 1 teaspoon freshly squeezed orange juice;

  3. 1 teaspoon turmeric.

How to cook:

Mix all ingredients thoroughly until smooth.

How to use:

  1. clean the skin of the eyelids with a means intended for this;

  2. evenly apply the mask with your fingers along the orbital bone (on the fixed eyelids);

  3. lie down or sit with your eyes closed for 10-15 minutes;

  4. carefully remove the mask with a sponge dipped in eye makeup remover;

  5. apply cream or serum and cream.

Editorial opinion. All ingredients are superfoods for the skin, rich in antioxidants, vitamins and all sorts of beneficial substances. Turmeric is a very powerful antioxidant, but the skin-brightening effect has a lot to do with its coloring power. The skin will be refreshed, moisturized and… lightly tinted. Impact antioxidant power can be obtained in a simpler and more convenient way. By the way, the composition of the finished sheet mask also includes orange juice.

Hydrogel mask for the skin around the eyes Advanced Genifique Yeux Light-Pearl, Lancôme

If you need to quickly remove puffiness around the eyes, keep this SOS remedy on hand. The mask eliminates bags, bruises and refreshes the skin around the eyes.

Coffee mask for wrinkles around the eyes and bags under the eyes

Act: has a quick tightening effect, smoothes wrinkles around the eyes, erases signs of fatigue and reduces puffiness under the eyes.
Ingredients:

  1. a tablespoon of strong black coffee;

  2. tablespoon honey;

  3. 1 teaspoon vitamin E oil solution (or 4 capsules).

How to cook:

  1. if necessary, crush vitamin E capsules to extract the oil solution;

  2. mix all ingredients thoroughly;

  3. soak cotton pads with the mixture;

  4. put the discs soaked in the coffee-honey mixture in a bag and put in the refrigerator.

How to use:

  1. apply chilled discs to the eyes;

  2. lie down with them for 10-15 minutes;

  3. remove, drive in the remains of the composition with the fingertips;

  4. apply cream.

Editorial opinion. In general, the best homemade eye mask is a sleep mask that you put on at 11pm and take off at 7am. It makes sense to use other improvised means, in our opinion, if there are no ready-made cosmetics at hand. Biocellulose patches are more effective than cotton pads, because the latter absorb a good half of the product.

Sheet eye mask “Moisturizing + evening care”, Garnier

Apply a mineral, sea water and hyaluronic acid mask before bed to wake up in the morning with clear eyes and a radiant complexion. The tool has the ability to reduce skin temperature by 4 ° C and eliminate swelling.

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Safety measures

  • Apply the mask only to the fixed parts of the eyelids along the orbital bone, avoiding contact with the eyes.

  • Do not overdo the mask, this can lead to dehydration of the skin.

  • Do not use rich textures and oils in large quantities in the area around the eyes.

  • If discomfort is felt when applying the product, clean the skin immediately.

  • Cotton pads soaked in homemade solution can be stored in the refrigerator for a couple of days. The remains of a freshly prepared mask must be thrown away, they cannot be stored.

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