Tired eyes, dark circles, slight puffiness, or even bags under the eyes – many people are familiar with this problem. Especially in the morning or after a short night's sleep, you want a quick solution. This is exactly where modern eye patches with caffeine and hyaluronic acid come in: the ideal combination to visibly refresh, smooth, and plump the eye area.

Caffeine has a circulation-boosting effect. When applied topically, it constricts the blood vessels under the skin, which can visibly reduce puffiness and dark circles. It also has antioxidant properties—a real pick-me-up for tired eyes.

Hyaluronic acid provides intensive moisture and helps plump the skin under the eyes. It can thus reduce fine lines and smooth the skin's texture. Hyaluronic acid can visibly help with dark circles, especially in cases of deep under-eye bags, which are common in men or are genetically predisposed.

To achieve the best possible effect, it is important to use the eye pads correctly:

• Which way should you place the eye pads? The narrow side faces the inner corner of the eye, the wide side faces the outside.
• Apply eye pads correctly: Apply to clean, dry skin and press gently.
• How long should you leave eye pads on? Usually 15–20 minutes—the exact time is listed on the packaging.
• Then gently pat in any residue or work it in with a roller – do not rinse.

Tip: For an extra freshness boost, store the eye patches in the refrigerator.

In addition to skincare, lifestyle factors also play a role. Lack of sleep, stress, poor diet, or dark circles due to heredity – the cause of dark circles under the eyes varies from person to person. Home remedies such as chilled tea bags, spoonfuls from the refrigerator, or cucumber slices can also help – perhaps not a miracle cure for dark circles in 1 minute, but they do provide short-term support.

The combination of caffeine and hyaluronic acid in eye pads is ideal for treating dark circles, reducing puffiness, and making the eye area appear visibly fresher. If you also pay attention to healthy habits, you have a good chance of eliminating dark circles in the long term or at least significantly improving them.

What can you do about dark circles under your eyes? – The answer: clever active ingredients + proper application + a little patience. And if you're still wondering whether hyaluronic acid or caffeine is better for dark circles – why not simply combine the two?

Author: Maja Scheve, product manager