10 Best Under-Eye Patches for Dark Circles and Puffiness, According to Beauty Editors
They'll make you look like you actually slept last night.
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In a perfect world, I'd get a solid eight hours of sleep every night and wake up fresh as a daisy. Fresh skin, wide eyes, can't lose, right? Unfortunately, all that sleep rarely ever happens. But my secret weapon for looking as though I slept like an angel is the best under-eye patches. These sticky miracle workers quickly boost hydration, help brighten dark circles, depuff under-eye bags, and work to smooth fine lines—all in just 10 to 15 minutes (if you get the right ones, ofc).
Not sure which ones are worth it? Cosmo's beauty team took the time to test and review dozens of eye masks to find the best. Whether you need a go-to mask that'll help you fake a full night's rest, or want under-eyes that look more moisturized and plump, you've come to the right place. Just take a ~little peek~ at some of our all-time faves.
Our top picks for the best under-eye patches in 2025:
Keep reading to discover the best under-eye patches. Late nights and early mornings, you've met your match, bb.
Pros
- Great for soothing tired under-eyes
- Super compact and packable
- Gold foil looks pretty damn chic
Cons
- I wish I could buy these in bulk since only six come in a pack
These cutie eye patches have been a favorite of every Cosmo editor for literal years because of how they hydrate, soothe, de-puff, and brighten under-eyes in 15 minutes flat. And while the gold foil adds a fun little flair to these, it's not just for show—the foil helps trap in all the hydrating goodness, so the formula really seeps into skin. Whether you had a long night, want to look refreshed after a red eye, or need a little treat yourself moment, these are the patches to always keep on hand.
- Key ingredients: Calendula extract, camu camu extract, hyaluronic acid
- Pairs per pack: 6
One Cosmo editor says: "I travel a ton (like a minimum of 25 flights a year), and you will never ever catch me on a plane without these patches. They're my secret for looking well-rested after long-haul flights."—MARY HONKUS, CONTRIBUTING BEAUTY EDITOR
Pros
- This won't slip like other eye patches
- Packed with herbs to brighten under eyes
- Super comfortable to wear
Cons
- They're a little pricey
Listen, I wish I could curate the most ~aesthetic~ at-home spa moment where I can slap on these eye patches and completely relax. But realistically, I have sh*t to do. Most eye patches would slip right off the moment I stand up, but these sticky—yet comfortable!—patches will stay on through all your chores. Plus, they're supremely brightening to help reduce dark circles over time, so you look like you got a full 12 hours of sleep... even if you were out all night partying (us? party? never!).
- Key ingredients: Golden root extract, golden herb extract, bakers yeast extract
- Pairs per pack: 6
One Cosmo editor says: "I freakin’ love the texture of these under-eye patches. They’re extra sticky, so they really adhere and stay on exactly where I place them. I’ll pop ‘em, make coffee, do laundry and chores, and enjoy the morning while these get to work brightening and soothing my tired eyes. Afterward, my bags are less noticeable and my dark circles aren’t as prominent."—BETH GILLETTE, BEAUTY EDITOR
Pros
- Ridiculously affordable
- Quickly hydrate and revitalize under-eyes
Cons
- These tend to slip down your face
If your eye area could use some brightening and your wallet could use a little break, try these affordable under-eye patches. They're loaded with mega hydrators—like hyaluronic acid, glycerin, and amino acids—for more supple and luminous skin. Pro tip: Store them in the fridge for an extra jolt of de-puffing power.
- Key ingredients: Hyaluronic acid, glycerin, amino acids
- Pairs per pack: 6
One Cosmo editor says: "I put allllll of my girlfriends onto these inexpensive patches. These make it easy to incorporate a little self-care moment into my routine, and not only do I look much more alive after wearing these for 20 minutes, I also feel more energized too."—MH
Pros
- The ~chicest~ eye patches we've ever tried
- Helps smooth fine lines and minimize dark circles in just five minutes
- Chock-full of brightening vitamin C and passionflower extract
Cons
- These sell out pretty often on Amazon
Sometimes I need to look well-rested and wide awake in minutes. On those days, I slap on these chic French eye masks and look completely revived almost instantly. The potent patches are packed with passionflower and vitamin C to quickly smooth out fine lines and brighten so you can go about your day feeling confident. Heck, you might even skip over under-eye concealer. (Yep, these are that good.)
- Key ingredients: Passionflower extract, vitamin C, quinoa seed extract
- Pairs per pack: 10
One Cosmo editor says: "These patches work shockingly fast. I can pop them on in the morning while I down a cup of coffee and get my stuff together for work, and when I take them off five minutes later I only need a dot or two of concealer to look refreshed and well rested."—LAUREN BALSAMO, BEAUTY DIRECTOR
Pros
- The unique shape covers the whole eye area
- Works to tighten skin and lessen fine lines with retinol
Cons
- Might not be suitable for those with sensitive skin
The entire orbital area—not just your under-eyes—is delicate and susceptible to discoloration, puffiness, and dryness. Not to mention, your eyes are the first part of your face to show signs of aging. That's why Peace Out manufactured these superhero-like masks to deliver the benefits of anti-aging and smoothing retinol, hydrating hyaluronic acid, and plumping peptides around your entire eye. Retinol around your eyes might seem irritating (since it's typically sensitizing), but these are sensitive skin-approved.
- Key ingredients: Encapsulated retinol, peptide complex, triple hyaluronic acid
- Pairs per pack: 5
One Cosmo editor says: "These patches are, first off, so much fun to wear. But the best part is the results. I've noticed my crow's feet becoming less prominent, and my eyes are overall brighter when I use these!"—MH
Pros
- Most moisturizing under-eye patch we've tested
- The tub comes with 30 (!) treatments (which helps counteract the price)
Cons
- Best for hydrating, but isn't great at addressing discoloration
Hi, if your under-eye area is dry and dehydrated AF, you need to try these incredibly hydrating eye masks. Thanks to the intense dose of electrolytes in the formula (yep, the same ones you'd drink), these basically act like a tall glass of water for your skin, leaving your under-eyes looking (and immediately feeling) plump and hydrated. It's really no surprise that these won a Cosmo Holy Grail award.
- Key ingredients: Glacial water, magnesium, amino acids
- Pairs per pack: 30
One Cosmo editor says: “I am an under-eye patch girl through and through, and these ones from NuFace are the most hydrating ones I’ve tried to date—plus, they don’t slip or slide off my face, which I very much appreciate. They’re the perfect under-eye pick-me-up on tired mornings thanks to their smoothing and de-puffing benefits.”—JASMINE HYMAN, ASSISTANT BEAUTY EDITOR
Pros
- These naturally stay a bit cold, so you don't *have* to keep them in the fridge for a cooling effect
- De-puffs almost instantly
Cons
- The patches can dry out faster than others
You don't have to stick these under-eye masks in the fridge to experience a cooling sensation—the hydrogel patches naturally feel so soft and soothing on your skin. Plus, they're filled with botanicals, like seaweed and raspberry, which are full of antioxidants to protect your skin against free radical damage, which leads to signs of aging, like fine lines and puffiness.
- Key ingredients: Seaweed extract, vitamin E, peptide complex
- Pairs per pack: 8
One Cosmo editor says: "I normally sleep well on planes (brag), but my last red eye to Europe was insanely bumpy and I never got a chance to fully relax and get some rest. Thank god I had these patches in my carry-on. The cooling effect feels amazing and instantly depuffs sleepy eyes. And they’re hydrating enough to plump up the little lines under my eyes too."—LB
Pros
- Contains small and large patches for different areas of your face
Cons
- These tend to slip down your face, so best to wear when you're horizontal
The snail mucin craze shows no signs of slowing down—for good reason. The ingredient is a powerhouse hydrator and can give you a glass skin effect with a single use. These K-beauty eye patches contain a hefty dose of snail mucin and niacinamide (which boosts collagen production) for the smoothest, most awake-looking under-eyes ever.
- Key ingredients: Snail mucin, niacinamide, adenosine
- Pairs per pack: 30
One shopper says: "I think my dark circles really stem from dehydration because I swear that every single time I use this, my dark circles are almost unnoticeable. I leave them on for probably 20 or so minutes or whenever I feel like they've dried, and my under-eyes look so much brighter and actually hydrated."
Pros
- Help depuff with konjac root
- Clear, so they're pretty undetectable if you wanna wear on Zoom or to run errands
Cons
- Some patches can come oddly shaped
True story: Someone told me I looked like I got a week of sleep after wearing these eye patches... when in reality, I had pulled an all nighter. These extra-hydrating masks pretty much make sleepless nights disappear with a mix of hyaluronic acid, glycerin, and konjac root, which work to minimize lines, puffiness, dark spots, and dryness fast.
- Key ingredients: Hyaluronic acid, konjac root, glycerin
- Pairs per pack: 6
One Cosmo editor says: "Nothing has ever made my under-eye looks look as awake as these hyaluronic-based under-eye patches. After I’ve gotten little-to-no sleep, basically nothing works but these. I keep them on while I’m sipping my coffee and doing my hair, and I notice after about 15 minutes that my bags aren’t as puffy."—BG
Pros
- Made with 100 percent silicone, which is resistant to bacteria growth
Cons
- Though it's made with silicone, you still have to be diligent about cleaning them after each use
Theses customizable eye patches can help you address any skin concern, which make them the most versatile masks on our list. How do they manage to do that? Well, it all comes down to your skincare. These are designed to help your serums and moisturizers perform better. For an extra-brightening effect, apply a vitamin C serum before putting the patches on. Need an extra boost of hydration? Use a hyaluronic acid serum with these. The silicone helps your products absorb deeper for quicker, more noticeable results.
- Key ingredients: Silicone
- Pairs per pack: 1
One shopper says: "These are by far the best reusable eye patches. They stay in place exactly where you place them, so slipping around at all. I love that I can layer so many different combos of eye creams and products underneath to customize. These really eliminate the need for disposable patches."
How to choose the best under-eye patches:
Consider the ingredients.
"Some patches have vitamin C, which helps with hyperpigmentation, while others have hyaluronic acid, which helps plump your under-eye skin," says dermatologist Karan Lal, MD. He notes that eye patches can be beneficial for everyone, but they're best if you have puffy, tired eyes that need a quick refresher.
There are also under-eye patches that include actives such as retinol, which work to smooth your skin and boost collagen production, and caffeine, which can temporarily tighten and firm your skin. Though Dr. Lal warns that if you have sensitive skin, retinol may not be the best to start with as it is potent and your under-eyes are especially delicate. He suggests beginning with a hyaluronic acid-based under-eye patch and seeing how you tolerate that. "If you do, you can work your way up to integrating more actives into your patches," he says.
Meet the expert:
- Karan Lal, MD, is a double board-certified adult, pediatric, and cosmetic dermatologist at Affiliated Dermatology in Scottsdale, AZ.
Why trust 'Cosmopolitan'?
Mary Honkus is a contributing beauty editor at Cosmopolitan with over seven years of experience researching, writing, and editing beauty stories, including a deep dive into the plumping agent Maxi-Lip and testing out viral moisturizers. She’s an authority in all beauty categories, and she uses eye patches almost every day. For this story, she consulted the Cosmo beauty team to discover their favorite under-eye masks that de-puff, hydrate, and smooth the delicate area.
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