12 Best Undereye Patches to Mask Dark Circles, Puffiness and Wrinkles

These eye patches — designed to work in just 10 minutes — ranked easiest to use in our tests. Testers gave them perfect marks for having a pleasant fragrance and staying put without leaving any unpleasant residue behind. In the Lab, they received high marks for diminishing fine lines and wrinkles — by 23% in our tests.

Testers also gave this set one of the highest scores for hydration, with one saying, "loved the way my under eye skin felt after using this product," and that skin "looked noticeably different." The asymmetric shape and generous size tackle a myriad of issues and can extend to reach crow’s feet, too, but at over $4 per pair, they're pricey.

Clocking in at about $1.50 per use, these under eye gel masks are a budget-friendly choice that deliver serious results. The gels feel instantly soothing as the patches go on, and testers liked that they stayed put during application and left a serum-like residue behind that consumers felt hydrated skin, although some thought the patches were too saturated with serum.

Lab tests showed this mask improved the look of fine lines and wrinkles by 9% immediately after application and a quick five-minute usage time means you'll see results fast. They're not the cheapest price per pair on this list, but for the measurable results they offer, we think these offer the best value for the performance.

If bags and puffiness are your main issues, reach for this GH Beauty Award winner. The effective patches had 80% of testers agreeing that eye area puffiness was reduced after just one use, plus 96% of testers said they felt instantly refreshing. They're infused with a range of botanical extracts like pear, blueberry, blackberry and glycerin, which help to soften and hydrate skin, although they may be a bit harsh on sensitive skin types.

When you want bright, hydrated under eyes, think of these as a drink of water and a cup of coffee for your face. Water Drench is packed with hyaluronic acid that works to bring hydration to skin all day long, while caffeine brightens eyes. These patches are larger than a standard under eye patch to cover more surface area and are formulated with skin-soothing ceramides and collagen to soften skin and smooth lines.

We haven't Lab-tested these, but one of our beauty editors swears by them to quickly hydrate and brighten even dry, sensitive skin. Like all jars, be sure to tightly close this one after use or your masks will dry out!

If you have crow's feet and visible signs of aging around your eyes that you want to nix, these retinol-infused patches are for you. Though we haven't Lab tested these patches, we stand by the fact that retinol is a the gold star of anti-aging skincare ingredients: It's proven to speed up cellular turnover to boost skin’s collagen production to both minimize and prevent fine lines, meaning it works on existing lines and stops new ones from popping up. Reviewers swear they immediately improve the look of wrinkles and puffiness, but retinol has a tendency to be irritating on skin at first, so expect some mild discomfort at the beginning.

A celeb favorite, these eye patches are actually reusable for up to three wears, which means less waste and more bang for your buck. If you follow the instructions, each use comes out to around $3.89 (though some reviewers say, "I use them more than three times each and still totally works"). They're made with wheat germ oil, ceramides and avocado oil, and reviewers "love the way it hydrates and reduces puffiness." After wearing the patches for 30 minutes, simply place them in the included chic metal case until you're ready for your next round.

We haven't tested these Instagram-famous patches, but we do know you'll feel like a star using these glitzy masks while traveling. They are formulated with elastic for a snug, custom fit and the hyaluronic acid helps hydrate and fill the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, while aloe and calendula soothe skin. Since these patches are made of cellulose fiber and gold foil, not slippery gel, they'll stay put even if you're running to catch a flight (hence the name), though some reviewers found they don't feel as saturated as other eye masks on the market.

Though we haven't tested these in the Lab, Amazon reviewers cannot get enough of these luxe-looking eye patches. With well over 22,000 five-star ratings, these gold patches are the top-seller in eye masks. Reviewers swear that when applied twice weekly, "it keeps eyes looking young firm and healthy." One even says the formula is "better than Botox."

The brand says the patches are formulated with hyaluronic acid and collagen and that you'll see results in 30 minutes flat, though some reviewers say that while they seem to help with soothing puffiness, they don't do much in the way of hydration of discoloration.

These caffeinated hydrogel patches have a gel-like texture that feels soothing on skin, while its 1% caffeine claims to wake up sleepy eyes. For those looking to target dark circles, its brightening niacinamide is a great dark spot-fighting addition to your skincare routine. While we haven't Lab tested these, one GH editor loves how cooling these feel to prep for her makeup routine, but notes that the gel texture is prone to slipping, so you'll have to readjust them to stay in place.

Tired of tossing out single-use patches? Try these reusable Dieux eye masks, designed to increase the efficacy of your favorite eye cream or serum. According to the brand's testing, the Forever Eye Mask lasted one year before the logo started to fade with daily use, making it one of the most affordable and sustainable options, though you'll have to take care in cleaning them after each use.

"These are a godsend for those who struggle to keep over-soaked eye patches in place and have no time to wait for the excess product to absorb," Beauty Lab Director Sabina Wizemann says. "The non-porous silicone patches are slender yet durable and quickly adhered to the skin, preventing evaporation and extending the product beyond the surface." Its elegant aluminum case allows for easy breezy storage, with cleaning taking next to no time.

Sephora reviewers love the soothing and depuffing feeling of this cucumber set. Instead of being made of a gel-like material, our pros love that these are made of a natural fiber so they feel more reminiscent of sheet masks made specially for your eyes, which may help them better stay in place.

Sephora has many different iterations of eye masks, but cucumber is the reviewer favorite to reduce puffiness. It's just as relaxing as placing fresh-sliced cucumbers on your eyes — but a lot more functional. Keep in mind that there's only one set included in this pack, so the cost-per-pair is high, but it's very travel-friendly.

Celebrity esthetician Joanna Vargas is known for her facials that leave skin looking instantly refreshed and glowing. When you can't head in for a salon service, these eye masks are the next best thing. We haven't tested these, but love that they're made with silk protein, hyaluronic acid and algae extract to hydrate and plump eye skin for immediate smooth-looking results.

The downside is the extremely lofty sticker price, but reviewers unanimously agree that they really work: In just five days, "the fine lines under my eyes disappeared," said one. " I genuinely didn't want to take them off, but when I did the skin around my eyes felt fresh and hydrated," said another.