Eye Gels and Masks for Your Morning Routine

A Patchology Morning Regime

Establishing a consistent morning skincare routine is crucial for starting the day with refreshed and radiant skin. Two popular products known for their morning skincare benefits are eye gels and sheet masks. These power-packed products offer unique advantages that can significantly enhance your morning routine. 

InStyle’s 4 Key Steps to Include in Your Morning Skincare Routine includes the basics of a solid morning skincare routine. Cleansing, toning, moisturizing, and slathering on SPF is like giving your face the VIP treatment!

For those days when you need a bit more in your skincare routine or you’re prioritizing some self-care time, this is your guide. Discover the exhilarating benefits of incorporating eye gels and sheet masks into your morning skincare routine! 

Why Prioritize Skincare in the Morning? 

Sheet masks are saturated with highly concentrated serums, infused with potent hydrating ingredients like hyaluronic acid and resveratrol. Applying eye gels or a sheet mask in the morning infuses the skin with moisture, replenishing any hydration lost during sleep.

Undereye patches, with their cooling and hydrating properties, work wonders in reducing morning puffiness around the eyes. Ingredients like hyaluronic acid and cucumber extract help promote lymphatic drainage, decreasing water retention and leaving your eyes looking more awake and refreshed.

Lack of sleep can lead to dark circles, making the eyes appear tired. Eye gels enriched with caffeine and peptides temporarily minimize the appearance of dark circles, restoring a vibrant and youthful look to the eye area.

Not to mention cooling and refreshing! The cooling sensation of a sheet mask not only hydrates the skin but also provides a soothing and refreshing experience, preparing you to face the day with a revitalized complexion.

The nature of sheet masks enhances the absorption of active ingredients, maximizing the benefits of the serum and boosting its efficacy in your morning routine.

Both eye gels and sheet masks create a smooth canvas for makeup application. By deeply hydrating and plumping the skin, these products ensure that makeup goes on evenly and lasts longer throughout the day.

Deep Dive of Eye Gels in the Morning

Eye gels are superheroes, but why are they so great first thing in the morning? A few reasons:

• Refreshing: Eye gels are made of hydrogel and they have a lightweight texture that feels cool and refreshing on the skin. Applying them in the morning helps wake up the eyes, and reduce puffiness. 

• Hydrating: You wake up dehydrated. Overnight you weren’t drinking any water. Eye gels provide an instant boost of hydration, which is particularly beneficial after a night of reduced fluid intake during sleep.

• Reduces morning puffiness: Many people experience morning puffiness around the eyes due to fluid accumulation while lying down. Eye gels often contain ingredients like hyaluronic acid and cucumber extract, which can help reduce this puffiness by promoting lymphatic drainage and decreasing water retention.

• Prepares the skin for makeup: Using an eye gel before applying makeup creates a smooth canvas for concealer and eye shadow application. It helps to reduce dryness and fine lines, allowing makeup to go on more evenly and stay in place throughout the day.

• Addresses tired-looking eyes: Lack of sleep and morning fatigue can make the eyes look tired and dull. Eye gels with ingredients like caffeine or peptides can help temporarily improve the appearance of tired eyes by reducing the look of dark circles and promoting a more awakened appearance.

• Absorbs quickly: Patchology eye gels are fast-absorbing, making them ideal for use in the morning when you may be in a hurry and want a product that doesn't leave a greasy residue. They work their magic in as little as 5 minutes. 

A few Patchology Eye Gels that we love for a morning routine 

Rejuvenating Eye Gels:

These best selling Rejuvenating eye gels are infused with ingredients like hyaluronic acid, peptides, and natural extracts to hydrate, brighten, and rejuvenate the under-eye area. The fast-absorbing gel patches help reduce the appearance of fine lines and puffiness, making them ideal for a quick morning pick-me-up.

Illuminating Eye Gels:

These Illuminating eye gels are formulated with vitamin C, green tea extract, and pearlescent minerals to brighten and revitalize tired-looking eyes. The illuminating effect helps diminish dark circles, making them a great choice for a morning routine when you want to look more awake.

On Ice Eye Gels:

Packed with firming and nourishing ingredients like Bakuchiol, Cloudberry Oil, and 9 (!) Peptides, they’re the perfect antidote to puffy under eyes when you wake up. These Serve Chilled Eye Gels get an added boost of coolness when you keep them in the fridge. 

Why are sheet masks beneficial first thing in the morning? 

• Hydration boost: Sheet masks are soaked in a potent serum, which contains a high amount of active ingredients like hyaluronic acid, resveratrol, and other vitamins for your skin. Applying a sheet mask in the morning helps provide an instant surge of hydration to the skin, replenishing moisture that might have been lost during the night.

• Soothing and refreshing: The cool sensation of a sheet mask can be refreshing and soothing to the skin, waking you up and preparing you for the day ahead. It can also help reduce morning puffiness and give your skin a more awakened appearance.

• Priming the skin for makeup: By providing intense hydration and smoothing the skin's surface, a sheet mask creates an excellent base for makeup application. When you follow up with your regular skincare routine, your skin will be better prepared to receive and retain makeup products.

• Improved absorption: The nature of a sheet mask allows the active ingredients to penetrate more effectively into the skin. When applied to clean skin in the morning, the sheet mask's serum can be better absorbed, maximizing the benefits of the skincare ingredients.

• A calming morning ritual: Applying a sheet mask in the morning can be a relaxing and pampering experience, setting a positive tone for the day ahead. Taking a quick breather for some self-lovin' can zap stress, boost your mood, and kickstart your day with a dose of me-time goodness!

Some Patchology Face Masks to get your day started

Hydrate Sheet Mask:

This hydrating sheet mask is infused with ingredients like hyaluronic acid and vitamin B5 to provide an instant boost of moisture and improve skin's elasticity. Think of this mask as a mega dose of hydration for your skin. 

Perfect for the morning, as it helps replenish and revitalize the skin after a night's rest, leaving it soft and supple.

Illuminate Sheet Mask:

This Illuminate sheet mask contains licorice extract, grapefruit seed extract, and vitamin C, which work together to brighten and even out skin tone. It can be a great choice for the morning to achieve a radiant and refreshed complexion before starting your day.

Rosé Serve Chilled Sheet Mask:

Infused with a blend of nourishing ingredients, this rosé mask is formulated to revitalize your skin, giving you a radiant and youthful complexion. Strawberry extract: a rich source of vitamin C and folic acid, helps protect skin from free radicals while also softening the skin. Resveratrol: a natural antioxidant found in grapes that helps protect skin and calm inflammation. Hyaluronic acid: hydrates skin to help improve elasticity.

Better yet Happy Face has this trio of hydrating masks to boost your morning routine. 

Which Patchology Eye Gels and Sheet Masks Are Right for You?

There are many different eye gels and sheet masks, so it's important to choose one that is right for your skin type and concerns. If you have dry skin, look for a gel or mask that contains hyaluronic acid or ceramides. If you have dark circles or under-eye bags, look for a product that contains caffeine or vitamin C. And if you're looking for an anti-aging product, look for an undereye patch or mask that contains retinol or peptides. Take our Quiz to find the perfect ones for your specific needs.

The Wrap Up

Incorporating eye gels and sheet masks into your morning skincare routine is a smart move to achieve glowing and hydrated skin all day long. Eye gels work wonders in combating puffiness and dark circles, while sheet masks provide a quick and efficient way to boost skin hydration and improve makeup application. By embracing these two powerhouse products, you can start your day feeling refreshed, confident, and ready to face the world with radiant skin. So, make these two gems a staple in your morning regimen and witness the transformative effects on your complexion.

There are a few reasons why you might want to prioritize more advanced skincare like sheet masks and eye gels in your morning routine.

• They deliver concentrated doses of nutrients and active ingredients. Sheet masks are soaked in a serum that is packed with beneficial ingredients, such as hyaluronic acid, peptides, and antioxidants. This can help to hydrate, plump, and protect your skin. Eye gels are also a great way to deliver concentrated nutrients to the delicate skin around your eyes.
• They can help to improve the appearance of your skin quickly. Sheet masks and eye gels can provide a boost to your skin in just five minutes, making your skin look more hydrated, plump, and radiant. This can be a great way to give your skin a boost before a big event or on a day when you're feeling tired.
• They can be a relaxing way to start your day. Taking the time to apply a sheet mask or eye gel can be a great way to relax and de-stress. This can help you to feel more refreshed and energized for the day ahead.

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