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Beat the Winter Blues: Top Eye Gels & Patches for Dry, Dehydrated Skin
Is the harsh winter weather taking a toll on your delicate eye area? Dry indoor heat, blustery winds, and extreme temperatures can leave the thin skin around your eyes looking dull, dehydrated, and prematurely aged. But don't worry, Patchology has you covered with our ultra-nourishing eye gels and hydrating under-eye patches.
Packed with powerful hydrators like hyaluronic acid and ceramides, as well as antioxidant-rich botanicals, our top eye treatments will replenish depleted moisture levels while shielding against environmental stressors. Say goodbye to dryness, puffiness, and dark circles this season!
Five Tips To Fix Winter Dryness
Here are 5 ways to hydrate under eyes in the winter:
- Use a humidifier Dry indoor heat can seriously dehydrate the delicate under-eye area. Running a humidifier, especially in your bedroom overnight, will add moisture back into the air and help prevent that parched look come morning.
- Avoid drying ingredients Stay away from products containing alcohol, fragrances, and sulfates as these can strip the eye area of its natural oils. Choose gentle, hydrating eye creams without these drying ingredients.
- Apply an eye mask Gel eye masks or patches create an occlusive layer to lock in moisture. Look for ones with hyaluronic acid, ceramides, or glycerin to intensely hydrate.
- Gently exfoliate Sloughing off dead skin cells allows hydrating ingredients to better penetrate. Use a soft washcloth and milky eye makeup remover to lightly exfoliate like Exfoliate Mate face mask once or twice a week.
- Hydrate from the inside out The under-eye area is one of the first places dehydration shows up, so be sure to drink plenty of water daily.
Following tips like using a humidifier, avoiding drying products, trying eye masks, gently exfoliating, and hydrating from within will help keep under-eyes supple and smooth this winter.
See more ideas in Byrdie's 11 Ways to Hydrate Under Eyes
Why does your skin change in the winter?
Here are 3 ways your skin changes in the winter:
1. Dryness - Low humidity indoor air combined with cold, dry outdoor air can pull moisture from your skin, making it feel tight and itchy. This is especially common on the hands, lips, and face.
2. Redness - The cold air and low humidity outdoors can make the small blood vessels under your skin constrict. When you return indoors, they rapidly dilate, causing flushed skin that looks red and inflamed.
3. Dullness - Lack of moisture in your skin can cause it to look drier, flakier, and just generally more dull during the winter. Dry winter air depletes the lipids and natural moisturizing factors in skin that give it a plump, glowing look.
Some other winter skin changes include increased sensitivity and reactivity, slower cell turnover leading to buildup of dead skin cells, and worsening of certain skin conditions like eczema and rosacea.
Taking shorter showers, using gentle cleansers, applying moisturizer daily, and boosting antioxidant intake can help combat these seasonal skin changes.
Rejuvenating Eye Patches:
Our Rejuvenating Eye Patches are a winter skincare essential. Infused with a potent blend of hyaluronic acid and rejuvenating ingredients, these patches work wonders in replenishing moisture, reducing fine lines, and promoting a refreshed appearance. Say goodbye to the dullness caused by cold weather, and hello to revitalized, youthful eyes in just five minutes.
On Ice Eye Gels:
When the winter blues have your eyes feeling tired and puffy, turn to our On Ice Eye Gels. These cooling patches provide an instant refreshing sensation, helping to reduce puffiness and awaken tired eyes. Enriched with peptides, they also contribute to restoring the skin's natural barrier, leaving your delicate eye area feeling nourished and protected.
Rosé Eye Patches:
Indulge in our Rosé Eye Patches. Formulated with antioxidants and the soothing properties of strawberry extract, these patches not only combat dryness but also work to diminish the appearance of fine lines. Rosé eye gels are loaded with both resveratrol and hyaluronic acid. These top rated eye gels have 4.8 stars. Treat yourself to a pampering session that leaves your eyes looking bright, vibrant, and ready to face the winter with confidence.
The Takeaways
No matter which Patchology eye gel you choose, your delicate eye area will drink in the replenishing, revitalizing ingredients to reveal a smoother, brighter, and more youthful look. Don't let winter leave you looking dull and fatigued - combat the dry weather blues with our powerful hydrating eye care.
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