Collagen patches: what is it and how to use it?

Age-related changes primarily affect the delicate skin around the eyes. Collagen patches will help to restore her radiance and perfect appearance. Let's take a closer look at what it is and how to use it.

Collagen patches are a very popular cosmetic product among girls and women who want to look good. They resemble small curved patches that are superimposed on the lower eyelids and transform the skin around the eyes. They are usually produced on a fabric or hydrogel basis. Patches can be used as an emergency tool to clean up the skin (sleepless night, fatigue), and for prolonged action it is recommended to use courses in combination with other care products.

These patches have the following main components:

• collagen derived from seaweed;
• natural extracts (usually grape seed and grapefruit, rose petals, mint leaves, wormwood, chamomile and so on);
• vitamins A and E;
• gold crystalline powder (in hydrogel patches).

They give the skin a healthy and fresh look, eliminate traces of fatigue and dark circles, smooth out facial wrinkles and contribute to the lifting effect.

Collagen patches have such features as:

• lightness and ease of use;
• skin restoration and hydration;
• fast results and comprehensive care thanks to herbal ingredients.

Manufacturers of cosmetic masks indicate that they can be used after 25 years, but it is better to start using collagen patches actively after 30 years, since before this age the skin produces its own collagen in sufficient quantities and does not need its additional introduction.

Indications for the use of patches with collagen may be as follows:

• the appearance of facial wrinkles;
• the presence of dark circles under the eyes;
• feeling of dry skin.

Contraindications are as follows:

• damage to the skin in places where patches were applied (scratches, wounds, cuts) - inflammatory manifestations may increase;
• irritation, allergic manifestations and acne - the active components provoke an increase in rashes;
• strong tan - it is possible that light traces may appear at the places of application of the mask, since it is natural for the skin to acquire a natural shade under the influence of collagen.

Let's take a closer look at several popular manufacturers of collagen patches.

• Petitfee. South Korean brand specializing in the manufacture of masks and patches from hydrogel. Gold patches with collagen are especially popular. They increase the blood microcirculation around the eyes, promote the production of their own collagen, perfectly eliminate dark circles and blue under the eyes, moisturize and nourish the skin, and relieve fatigue.

• Bioaqua. Trademark established in 2000 in China. Creates cosmetic products at affordable prices for mass consumption. A distinctive feature is the convenient and stylish packaging design. Among patches, fabric ones are in great demand - Golden eye maskcontaining collagen, hyaluronic acid and vitamin E, as well as Crystal collagen - with collagen and biogold. These patches provide a lifting effect, saturate the skin with moisture and oxygen, and with constant use, help to eliminate facial wrinkles.

• Clarette The French company specializes in the development of care products. The assortment includes collagen patches. They are sold in pairs of 5 each in a durable package equipped with a zip-lock clip, which protects unused patches from drying out.

They are convenient to use - hold well on the skin, which allows you to engage in everyday activities during the application. Patches are recommended as an emergency tool before any event.

• Images. The Chinese cosmetic brand produces more than 300 types of patches. Collagen products are presented in different packages - from 2 to 60 pieces. With a single use, they neutralize traces of fatigue, soften and moisturize the skin. To eliminate wrinkles, course application is required according to the instructions.

• Isilandon. The Chinese brand offers more than 40 types of patches in different containers for the convenience of consumers. In can versions, you can purchase up to 60 pieces, in boxes with individual packaging - 5 pairs. Collagen Patches Isilandon gold have an instant, but short-term effect. They eliminate dark circles and swelling, the lifting effect lasts about 2.5 hours.

• Sefite This is a relatively young international brand of makeup products. Products are manufactured in the USA, South Korea, China, Russia, Thailand and the Philippines. All cosmetics are enriched with active ingredients (collagen, retinol, peptides and natural extracts). Collagen patches are mainly produced in China and come in two types: with gold and bamboo charcoal. They can be used not only around the eyes, but also on any part of the face. Effectively used in the presence of nasolabial folds.

When buying patches, you first need to decide on the desired result from their use. Almost everyone copes well with eliminating the effects of a sleepless night, traces of fatigue and dark circles under the eyes. Collagen patches are additionally aimed at producing collagen, increasing elasticity, eliminating facial wrinkles and giving a lifting effect. But as practice shows, not all products comply with the declared characteristics.

When purchasing goods, you should definitely familiarize yourself with the instructions. Unfortunately, not all types (especially cheap versions of Chinese production) are present in Russian. On patches with cumulative action, the recommended course of application is indicated. The lifting effect in relatively budget options does not exceed 2.5 hours, this characteristic should also be taken into account so as not to be disappointed with the result.

A good and lasting effect can be obtained by using the following collagen patches:

• Eveline Collagen lifting treatment - comfortable to use, perfectly fixed, it is recommended to use 2 times a week; they have a pronounced lifting effect; the package contains 3 pairs;

• Faberlic Prolixir - patches enriched with collagen and hyaluronic acid; they lighten, moisturize and tighten the skin well;

• Petitfee Collagen & CoQ10 Hydrogel Eye Patch - impregnated with collagen, coenzyme Q10 and plant extracts (aloe, green tea, caviar, rosemary), due to which nutrition and skin rejuvenation are achieved;

• Skinlite Collagen Eye Zone Mask - made on a fabric basis; smooth imperfections, tone, cool and soothe; permissible application in the field of other problem areas of the face (nasolabial folds, eyebrow wrinkles).

Collagen patches are very simple and easy to use. According to the instructions (and depending on the additional ingredients in the composition) it is recommended to keep them from 10 to 30 minutes.

Pre-cleanse the skin from makeup. To enhance the result, you can (but not necessarily) make a light massage with fingertips around the eyes and apply miraculous patches to the lower eyelids.

If the purpose of using patches is to eliminate swelling and dark circles, then it is better to impose them with the narrow side to the nose. If it is necessary to smooth out wrinkles, then a wider part should be placed towards the nose, and a narrow part to the outer corner of the eye. During exposure to heat from the skin, the ingredients of the mask will be absorbed through the pores.

The action of the patches is designed for a quick, but short-lived result. This is a kind of "ambulance" to tone the skin. They can be used once before any important meeting or used as a course if recommendations of this kind are given on the package to obtain a long-term cumulative effect. It is advisable to use patches with collagen 2-3 times a week for a month, and then take a break for a month.

Most often, collagen patches are for single use only. In some cases, manufacturers release patches for repeated use. All conditions are written on the package. Patches are usually stored in a room, away from the window, avoiding direct sunlight. To eliminate severe edema, it is better to put them in the refrigerator for 15-30 minutes before use.

Disposable patches are immediately disposed of after use.Reusable - washed with water, placed in the same individual container with the remaining impregnation and stored in the refrigerator until the next use. The date of manufacture and expiration date of the masks are also indicated on the packages. Usually from the date of production, the products are valid for 36 months.

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