Have you ever woken up and looked in the mirror only to find tired, puffy eyes staring back at you? If so, you’re not alone. Plenty of eye masks and patches on the market promise to help depuff and brighten sleepy-looking under-eyes. These patches are intended to be placed on your under-eye area and are often made from a gel-like material that feels cooling on the skin. They’re also often soaked in a serum that contains ingredients like vitamin C and hyaluronic acid to target various skin concerns, such as dullness or sagging.
With tons and tons of eye masks and patches on the market, it can take time to figure out which ones are worth your hard-earned money. NBC Select staffers have tried and tested many years, and one brand always rises to the top — Grace & Stella’s Energizing Under Eye Mask. Even better news: These eye patches are currently 59% off. Keep reading to learn more about these under-eye masks and why our staffers like them.
What are Grace & Stella Energizing Under Eye Masks?
Grace & Stella Energizing Under Eye Mask
What we like
- Cooling upon application
- Easy to apply
- Hydrating to under-eye area
Something to note
- May slip off of hydrated skin
- Tricky to remove from package
These gel under-eye patches feel cooling and soothing when laid on your skin, according to the brand. This can help reduce puffiness. They are also soaked in a serum that contains hyaluronic acid to hydrate skin, which can reduce the appearance of fine lines, according to experts we’ve spoken to in the past.
These unscented and sulfate-free patches make them a smart choice for sensitive skin. For maximum benefits, they should be used on cleansed skin for at least 20 minutes. The pack that is currently 59% off includes 24 pairs. You can also get a pack of six (not on sale) or 48, currently 42% off.
Why NBC Select editors love grace & stella Energizing Under Eye Masks
The Grace & Stella Energizing Under Eye Masks are highly rated — they have a 4.3-star average rating from over 21,500 reviews on Amazon. Beyond that, they are a favorite amongst NBC Select staffers. I’ve been using them for over two years now whenever I have a special event or just wake up looking a little haggard. After 20 minutes, I look much perkier.
NBC Select commerce editor Lindsay Schnieder is also a fan. “I keep them in my fridge for added cooling benefits — they feel so refreshing on your face,” she says. “While I can’t say that I notice a difference for dark circles, they definitely help with depuffing. They’re a nice self-care item that makes you feel good.”
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Bethany Heitman is a contributor at NBC Select and a journalist who regularly covers beauty, home and lifestyle.
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