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The best undereye masks are like cheat codes for feeling fancy and looking refreshed. These hyper-concentrated, patch-portioned doses of your favorite skin-care actives make quick work of bags, dryness, discoloration, and fine lines plaguing the delicate skin under your peepers. While many are single-use (think: instant infusion of liquid-y goodness), some masks are reusable, sealing in your favorite creams and serums for deeper, longer-lasting absorption. Whether you use them straight out of their containers or stick them in the fridge for a cooling effect, you’re bound to fall in love with their soothing effects. Below, shop our roundup of the best undereye masks, plus insight from board-certified dermatologists and our patch-loving editors.
Our Top Undereye Masks
- Best Overall: Dieux Forever Eye Mask, $25
- Best Cooling: Mario Badescu Hydrogel Under Eye Patches, $32
- Best for Puffiness: NuFace IonPlex Hydra-Gel Power Patches, $55
- Best Firming: Shiseido Vital Perfection Uplifting and Firming Express Eye Mask, $90
- Best Hydrating: CosRx The Peptide Collagen Hydrogel Eye Patch, $22
- Best for Crow’s Feet: Augustinus Bader The Eye Patches, $23
- Best for Sensitive Skin: Wander Beauty Baggage Claim Eye Masks, $26
- Best Non-Slip: Summer Fridays Jet Lag Eye Patches, $24
- Best for Dark Circles: SkinMedica Instant Bright Eye Mask, $50
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Best Overall: Dieux Forever Eye Mask
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Forever Eye Mask
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Nicola Dall’Asen wearing Dieux’s Forever Eye Mask
Nicola Dall'Asen
Why it's worth it: The super long-lasting Dieux Forever Eye Mask locks your gels, serums, and creams in place, allowing them to fully soak in for extra-plump skin. Apply your product and let the silicone gel masks hang out under your eyes for 10 to 20 minutes before gently peeling them off, rinsing them with soap and water, and storing them in their tin, where they'll patiently wait for your next application. The logo will begin to fade after a year of use, but you can continue to use them. A little product goes a long way when using these patches—too much, and the masks are at risk of slipping or becoming too tacky. Commerce editor Sarah Han sticks to one small pump or two tiny drops (depending on the applicator) of eye cream so they stay on as she's clacking away on her laptop.
Tester feedback from senior news editor Nicola Dall’Asen
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“My favorite morning ritual is to stop halfway through my skin-care routine—just after applying eye cream—to pop these undereye patches on and make myself a latte, giving the products I put on a moment to settle while completing another task I would have otherwise done after the fact. It doesn't just offer me a moment of peace in an otherwise hectic time of day; it gives my undereyes an instant boost of hydration that makes me look more alert and sets me up for makeup success." —Nicola Dall’Asen, senior news writer
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- Material: silicone
- # of patches: 1 pair
- Duration of use: 1+ years
Best Cooling: Mario Badescu Hydrogel Under Eye Patches
Mario Badescu
Hydrogel Under Eye Patches
Amazon
Ulta Beauty
Ingrid Fowler wearing Mario Badescu’s Hydrogel Undereye Patches
Ingrid Fowler
Why it's worth it: Mario Badescu's Hydrogel Undereye Patches are what we like to call "the whole shebang." Loaded with hyaluronic acid, caffeine, red algae, niacinamide, and tiger grass, these babies depuff, brighten, and soothe tired undereyes in one fell swoop. Use the included spatula to lift the powder-blue patches from their container, gently place them beneath your eyes, and soak up all that hydrating serum goodness for 10 to 20 minutes. Pro tip: Pat (don't wipe) any leftover serum into your skin—because why waste even a single juicy drop?
Tester feedback from senior art director Ingrid Fowler
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"Masks and patches often make my face burn or tingle, but I don't get that at all with these Mario Badescu Hydrogel undereye patches. They feel very hydrating and cooling, which is exactly what I want from a relaxing eye patch experience. Each set feels very covered in product, but not so much that it is difficult to handle or apply. I also love that the box explains different ways to wear them—I prefer the wide side of the patch on the inside!” —Ingrid Fowler, senior art director
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- Key ingredients: hyaluronic acid, caffeine, red algae, niacinamide, tiger grass
- # of patches: 30 pairs
- Duration of use: single-use
Best for Puffiness: NuFace IonPlex Hydra-Gel Power Patches
NuFace
IonPlex Hydra-Gel Power Patches
Amazon
Nordstrom
Dermstore
Lexi Herrick wearing Nuface’s IonPlex Hydra-Gel Power Patches
Lexi Herrick
Why it's worth it: Sleepy, shadowy undereyes are enough to make your eight hours of sleep look more like two. That's where NuFace's IonPlex Hydra-Gel Power Patches come in. Magnesium brightens while the proprietary IonPlex electrolyte blend floods skin with moisture. Amp up the whole experience by stashing your patches in the fridge before plopping them on or gliding atop the stickers with your NuFace microcurrent tool (may we suggest the Fix Microwand?). Even though these patches were designed with your undereyes in mind, you can place them anywhere on your face that needs a bit of energizing.
Tester feedback from senior director of audience development Lexi Herrick
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"Eight out of 10 times I try an undereye patch, I get some kind of reaction, whether it's burning or redness. But these are very gentle and work incredibly well. They breathe new life into my dark circles and puffiness. So gentle and hydrating. I leave them on until they're mostly dried out and find all that hydration has instantly transferred to under my eyes, making my skin full and soft all at once." —Lexi Herrick, senior director of audience development
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- Key ingredients: magnesium, amino acids, electrolytes
- # of patches: 30 pairs
- Duration of use: single-use
Best Firming: Shiseido Vital Perfection Uplifting and Firming Express Eye Mask
Shiseido
Vital Perfection Uplifting and Firming Express Eye Mask
Amazon
Nordstrom
Contributing commerce writer Christa Joanna Lee applying Shiseido Vital Perfection Uplifting and Firming Express Eye Mask
Why it's worth it: You already know we’re big fans of retinol, and Shiseido’s Vital Perfection Uplifting and Firming Express Eye Mask is packed with the rejuvenating ingredient to help soften fine lines and smooth the delicate eye area. The brand’s proprietary Matsu-ProSculpt Complex encourages circulation to visibly deflate puffiness and bags, while benibana flower energizes and lifts for a more awake look. Antioxidant-rich botanical extracts, such as those from camellia sinensis and olive root, also help defend against daily damage, so skin looks brighter and more resilient with every use. Bottom line: Tired eyes don’t stand a chance with the help of these undereye masks.
Tester feedback from contributing commerce writer Christa Joanna Lee
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“I’ve tried plenty of undereye masks that feel like they skimp on product, but these are the opposite—the thicker fabric is saturated enough to feel downright decadent. The upper curve didn’t quite match my eye shape, but I loved how the larger surface area stretched across my cheeks, making it feel like a mini facial for my whole face. By morning, my skin felt deeply moisturized, less puffy, and I needed noticeably less concealer under my eyes.” —Christa Joanna Lee, contributing commerce writer
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- Key ingredients: retinol, matsu extract, benibana flower, caffeine
- # of patches: 12 pairs
- Duration of use: single-use
Best Hydrating: CosRx The Peptide Collagen Hydrogel Eye Patch
Cosrx
The Peptide Collagen Hydrogel Eye Patch
Amazon
Ulta Beauty
Annie Blay-Tettey wearing the CosRx The Peptide Collagen Hydrogel Eye Patch
Annie Blay-Tettey
Why it's worth it: CosRx’s Peptide Collagen Eye Patches feature the kind of tried-and-true ingredients we actually recognize (and love). Niacinamide helps brighten and even tone, while caffeine visibly depuffs and energizes tired eyes. Vitamin B12 also soothes and calms, making the patches gentle enough for everyday use. To keep delicate skin supple, hyaluronic acid locks in moisture for a plumped, smoother look. And with adenosine—a molecule your body naturally makes—to nudge skin cells into producing more elastin, the eye area gradually looks firmer and smoother. Together with peptides and collagen, these patches leave the eye area looking bright and bouncy.
Tester feedback from associate beauty editor Annie Blay-Tettey
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“After having an allergic reaction that left the skin around my eyes dry and sensitive, these eye patches came to the rescue. I love how light and hydrating they are—plus the serum left over after removing the mask is hydrating, making my undereye area feel soft, smooth, and supple.” —Annie Blay Tettey, associate beauty editor
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- Key ingredients: collagen, peptides, hyaluronic acid, caffeine, adenosine, vitamin B12
- # of patches: 60
- Duration of use: single-use
Best for Dark Circles: Augustinus Bader The Eye Patches
Augustinus Bader
The Eye Patches
Amazon
Nordstrom
Dermstore (6-Pack)
Jessica Cruel wearing the Augustinus Bader The Eye Patches
Jessica Cruel
Why it's worth it: Unlike patches that slip and slide, Augustinus Bader’s The Eye Patches have a grippy, gel-like texture that hugs the skin comfortably while delivering major results. Each hydrogel patch is infused with the brand’s signature TFC8 (a blend of amino acids, vitamins, and peptides) that helps guide nutrients to skin cells for optimal repair and renewal. Fine lines, dark circles, and puffiness are less noticeable, while the cooling texture instantly soothes and hydrates. Over time, the formula helps boost elasticity and resilience, leaving the eye area smoother and more refreshed, whether you’re winding down for the night or prepping for makeup.
Tester feedback from editor in chief Jessica Cruel
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“I always use eye patches before getting my makeup professionally done. Mostly, I am trying to hide the fact that I didn't get the prescribed amount of sleep, but I also know that hydrated skin makes for better concealer application. These patches have a cooling sensation that doesn't quit even after you remove them. The caffeine in the ingredient green tea helps depuff bags and wake up my tired, droopy eyes. There's also hyaluronic acid to provide an instant plumpness, making fine lines around the eyes less noticeable. Let's just say: The makeup artists always thank me!" —Jessica Cruel, editor in chief
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- Key ingredients: TFC8, hyaluronic acid, niacinamide, fermented polysaccharide, allantoin, green tea extract, vitamin B5, vitamin E
- # of patches: 6 sets
- Duration of use: single-use
Best for Sensitive Skin: Wander Beauty Baggage Claim Eye Masks
Wander Beauty
Baggage Claim Eye Masks
Amazon
Nordstrom
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Sarah Felbin wearing the Wander Beauty Baggage Claim Eye Masks
Sarah Felbin
Why it's worth it: A 2021 Readers’ Choice Award winner, Wander Beauty’s Baggage Claim Eye Masks are a favorite for instantly reviving tired eyes. Each gold foil–wrapped patch is designed with a thinner profile that molds comfortably to the sensitive undereye area, ensuring the serum-soaked formula clings close to skin for maximum absorption. Inside, skin-loving ingredients do the heavy lifting: Hyaluronic acid delivers lasting hydration, while glycerin and aloe juice soothe and plump. Add in nourishing jojoba seed oil and antioxidant-rich camu camu fruit extract, and you’ve got an eye mask that brightens, smooths, and revitalizes in minutes. They even come in chic rose gold and fuchsia finishes for a little extra fun.
Tester feedback from senior commerce editor Sarah Felbin
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“These masks are super sensitive skin approved! I love how lightweight the serum is. It's also gentle and doesn't irritate the thin skin around my eyes. You definitely get your money's worth with these—there's a ton of product in each single-use pouch left over that I like to use on the rest of my face. And a little shimmer never hurts (it helps this skin care step truly feel like a moment of self-care).” —Sarah Felbin, senior commerce editor
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- Key ingredients: aloe juice, beta-glucan, copper, jojoba seed oil
- # of patches: 6 sets
- Duration of use: single-use
Best Non-Slip: Summer Fridays Jet Lag Eye Patches
Summer Fridays
Jet Lag Eye Patches
Amazon
Sephora
Sarah Han wearing the Summer Fridays Jet Lag Eye Patches
Sarah Han
Why it's worth it: You know that age-old trick of placing slices of cool cucumbers under your eyes? Summer Fridays’ Jet Lag Eye Patches take it up several notches. Infused with cucumber extract, glycerin, and hyaluronic acid, they drench the delicate undereyes in soothing, plumping hydration. Niacinamide brightens, panthenol calms, and caffeine helps deflate puffiness so you look more awake in minutes. In addition, peptides support elasticity over time, making these patches as good for long-term care as they are for an instant refresh. Their non-slip hydrogel design hugs the skin comfortably, allowing you to move around (or sip your morning coffee) while they work.
Tester feedback from commerce editor Sarah Han
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“At first glance, I knew I'd like these Summer Friday Jet Lag Eye Patches. The crescent moon-shaped patches help distribute the love more evenly, in my opinion, and they are truly non-slip, so I can pop these on while I brush my teeth, make my coffee, and scurry around my apartment to get ready in the mornings. Caffeine is always a great depuffing ingredient and peptides are also great for plumping my tired eyes—after 10+ minutes, my eyes look brighter and more soothed, and my concealer blends in like butter.” —Sarah Han, commerce editor
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- Key ingredients: glycerin, hyaluronic acid, niacinamide, cucumber extract, panthenol, caffeine, peptides
- # of patches: 6 pairs
- Duration of use: single-use
Best for Dark Circles: SkinMedica Instant Bright Eye Mask
SkinMedica
Instant Bright Eye Mask
Amazon
Dermstore
Deanna Pai applying the SkinMedica Instant Bright Eye Mask
Deanna Pai
Why it's worth it: SkinMedica’s Instant Bright Eye Mask recharges tired eyes with a concentrated combo of antioxidants and moisture-boosting extracts. Golden root extract helps protect delicate skin against environmental stressors with its antioxidant properties, while baker’s yeast supports skin’s natural ability to retain moisture, leaving the undereye area soft and supple. The hydrogel patches also deliver an instant cooling effect that soothes puffiness and helps reduce the look of dark circles. “This option is great for those with mature, aging skin who may see more fine lines and wrinkles. It hydrates, brightens, rejuvenates, and brings a more youthful look, plus the gel texture feels amazing upon application,” says Anna Chacon, MD, a board-certified dermatologist, based in Miami.
Tester feedback from contributing commerce editor Deanna Pai
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"I usually find undereye masks to be slimy and generally annoying—and without enough payoff to balance out the drawbacks. Enter these, which actually feel luxurious—with a comfortable grip and smooth outer side, which makes them much easier to apply—and brightened my eyes in under 10 minutes. My entire eye looked more refreshed, which is why they've become my go-to before things like weddings and the rare night out." —Deanna Pai, contributing commerce editor
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- Key ingredients: golden root extract, baker’s yeast, golden herb extract
- # of patches: 6 sets
- Duration of use: single-use
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the benefits of using reusable undereye masks?
David Kim, MD, a New York City-based board-certified dermatologist, explains to Allure that undereye masks can offer a range of benefits. "Eye masks can occlude the undereye area to improve the delivery of active ingredients, whether for hydration or brightening," says Dr. Kim. In the case of reusable undereye masks, the silicone works as a vacuum-like seal to better deliver the active ingredients you find in skin-care products like gels and serums.
The cooling effects of an undereye mask can also be beneficial. New York City-based board-certified dermatologist Robert Anolik, MD, explained to Allure that eye puffiness occurs from vessel dilation, and placing a cool object on the undereyes can help the vessels constrict to reduce swelling. Adam Friedman, MD, a board-certified dermatologist based in Washington, DC, added that in addition to reducing puffiness, coolness can help relieve itchiness in the eye area, which "can worsen puffy eyes due to rubbing them."
How do I know if an undereye mask is working?
"Undereye masks are just like your eye creams or any skin-care product in that you have to be consistent and use it regularly to see a difference," says Dr. Kim. "Don't expect doing the eye mask one time before a special event will magically solve your skin concerns. Be steady and consistent." With time, you'll begin to notice softened fine lines and less morning-time eye puffiness. Often, reusable undereye masks are a tool to improve the effects of your skin-care products, so keep in mind that if you aren't noticing improvement, consider adjusting the other products in your routine. Dieux also offers a handy guide on undereye mask placement, which can contribute to the overall efficacy of the patch.
Meet the experts
- Robert Anolik, MD, a board-certified dermatologist, based in New York City
- Anna Chacon, MD, a board-certified dermatologist, based in Miami
- Dendy Engelman, MD, a board-certified dermatologist, based in New York City
- Adam Friedman, MD, a board-certified dermatologist, based in Washington, DC
- David Kim, MD, a board-certified dermatologist, based in New York City
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