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Sometimes, all we want is a little instant gratification. However, that isn’t always true for all skin care formulas. Still, many categories deliver results almost instantly, and one of them happens to be eye patches. There’s a reason they’re a go-to accessory we reach for most mornings—some use them to mask puffiness and dark circles after countless sleepless nights, while others simply want to look (and feel) more awake in the mornings.

Most eye patches are typically formulated with ingredients like caffeine, hyaluronic acid, retinol, and peptides. Together (or on their own), they work to actively depuff, hydrate, brighten, and smooth the delicate skin under your eyes. In short, they’re the skin care equivalent of a triple-shot latte—minus the annoying jitters. Just beware: They don’t always address the source of the issue, and eventually, you’ll need to incorporate more potent formulas, like eye creams or serums, to do the real work. “They work by creating a physical barrier, which forces the eyelid skin to interact with moisturizing and active ingredients closely and intimately,” explains board-certified dermatologist Dr. Nava Greenfield. ”I love them because they can make the skin temporarily appear fuller, plumper, and more hydrated—even if it is short-lived.”

Even better? They’re low-effort, high-reward. You can wear them while brushing your teeth, scrolling through your inbox, or prepping for a night out on the town. We understand it’s hard to choose just one, so we did the homework for you. We consulted skin experts, surveyed ELLE editors, and reviewed customer feedback to identify the 10 best under-eye patches for every concern.

You may have seen these eye patches on the coolest beauty girls and boys, but there’s more than meets the eye when it comes to the Topicals Faded Under Eye Masks. The formula features a host of healing and brightening ingredients, including caffeine, niacinamide, and kojic acid. In just 15 minutes, you’ll look like you’ve had your eight hours of sleep (even if you haven’t).