Perhaps a side effect of the COVID-19 related closures of our favorite spas, it would seem nearly impossible these days to log into Instagram without seeing an array of the top beauty and fashion bloggers touting the latest under eye masks all over their feeds. It certainly seems as though these at-home eye treatments are the ‘it’ beauty product of the moment. Yet before jumping on the bandwagon, a sensible consideration would be to understand which products are most worthy of investment, based the various ingredients and benefits offered by each. Paper & Diamond has tested the market at hand with personal reviews of the top 5 under eye masks to try at home. Discover the perfect eye match for your primary concerns with our definitive list below.
CHANEL LE LIFT ANTI-WRINKLE FLASH EYE REVITALIZER
It is more than just the notorious Chanel branding that makes this under eye mask one of Paper & Diamond’s top recommendations. A unique combination of both a roll-on serum and hydrogel patch formula, we found that this eye care system addressed all of our needs simultaneously: reduction in puffiness, fading of fine lines, fatigue symptoms diminished, dark circles lightened and an overall improvement to tone and firmness. This is likely due to the potent Edulis Morning Glory extract the product is hailed for. As one would expect from Chanel, this item constitutes our most splurge-worthy budget of all items on the list.
KNESKO SKIN ROSE QUARTZ ANTIOXIDANT COLLAGEN EYE MASKS
For those of us city dwellers who are constantly faced with an environment rife with concerns such as free-radicals caused by smog, pollution and pesticides, the Knesko Rose Quartz mask presents the perfect solution, as it is formulated specifically with these concerns in mind. Rose quartz, a crystal that speaks to the Heart Chakra, is an active ingredient of this product. Its soothing and calming properties will not only impact the under-eye area, but can be absorbed more deeply into the soul, offering a sense of calmness and clear-headed focus. Therefore, we recommend this product as the best under eye mask for a true at-home spa experience.
SKYN ICELAND HYDRO COOL FIRMING EYE GELS
Paper & Diamond are major proponents of Skyn Iceland for their thoughtful products derived from Icelandic glacial water and minerals, free from chemicals, parabens, silicone, fragrance and dye. These vegan under-eye gel patches will transform stressed skin with their 6 essential minerals and a unique technology known as hexapeptide, which goes deep below the surface to calm the muscles beneath the skin. Despite being our most cost conscious product on this list, the product is a celeb cult-fav, highlighted on the Today Show, the Doctors and Rachael Ray among other accolades.
SHISEIDO WRINKLE RESIST 24 PURE RETINOL EXPRESS SMOOTHING EYE MASK
Shiseido likens its Retinol under eye mask to the phenomenon of steaming a wrinkled garment, an image that alone sold us. In seeking the best eye mask for wrinkles, we found this product to shine above the rest. Their proprietary Pure Retinol Micro-Infusion Technology offers immediate relief in terms of anti-wrinkle properties, while botanical additives such as Chollera, Mukurossi and Gambir extracts address future prevention. The product is one of the Japanese pharmacy-turned-beauty brand’s top selling items, and has received a coveted Allure Best of Beauty Award.
JOANNA VARGAS BRIGHT EYE FIRMING MASK
We found that Joanna Vargas’ contribution to our list of the top five under eye masks for at-home use made the list due to their ability to provide an instant lift without any surgical means necessary. Soothing chamomile meets hydrating hyaluronic acid along with luxurious hydrolized silk protein for a very well researched product that offers deep moisture and youthful restoration.
Whether your concerns are an overall under eye refresh, environmental pollutions, a cost effective eye mask, eye masks to reduce wrinkles, or a full lift experience with your eye mask, Paper & Diamond points the way. Have you experimented with any of the above under eye masks? Or do you have a product you prefer to address your under eye aging concerns? Leave us a comment below.