Our eyes work hard for us every day. Not only do they give us vision but they also help us, along with our mouths, to express ourselves, which is why they are also one of the first parts of our faces to show signs of ageing. Many of us spend money on creams designed to ward off fine lines and crow’s-feet in the eye area, but with the recent popularity of masking, skincare brands have also started creating eye masks and gel pads designed to relax and rejuvenate this sensitive and hyper-mobile area.
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Under-eye masks and gel pads are something that should definitely have a spot in your beauty and skincare regimen because they offer both short-term and long-term benefits. The instant benefit is that they can help you look more awake by reducing puffiness and dark circles, and can calm any redness in the eyes. In the long term, these masks and pads usually contain rich serums that make the skin softer and can smooth out fine lines by delivering moisture directly to the area in highly concentrated doses.
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Just like the rest of our body, our eyes need some TLC in order to be in the best possible condition, which is where masks and gel pads come in. They are inexpensive and easy to use, and only need to be worn for about 20 minutes to get great results. After you take them off, eye cream should be applied as usual and you can go about your day with brighter, happier peepers.
Skin Republic Brightening Eye Mask / R52,99
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