Top 20 best homemade eye masks for wrinkles, dark circles and more

Anti-sagging eye masks can be nourishing, rejuvenating, toning and moisturizing. They are prepared from cottage cheese, banana, cucumber, aloe, and pharmaceutical products such as vitamin E are used. Some ointments and creams from the category of drugs - Heparin, Cynovaya, Relief and others - have the desired effect.

Any masks are applied at least 3 times a week; to achieve positive results, you will need to take several courses. Additionally, you need to treat the skin with massages and perform exercises to strengthen the eye muscles and improve skin tone.

The fastest, most effective method of combating sagging eyelids is plastic surgery, but this method requires general anesthesia, long-term rehabilitation and is very expensive - from 40 to 80 thousand rubles.

Pharmacy eye masks against sagging

You can make anti-sagging eyelid masks yourself or use pharmaceutical products; some ointments and creams have a powerful tonic effect :

The above products are applied daily in the evening, before bedtime. The layer of ointment/cream should not be thick; after 10 minutes, the excess is removed with napkins. It should be taken into account that Zinc ointment dries the skin very much, so during its use you need to pay special attention to moisturizing the eyelids.

Doctors recommend using pharmaceutical products against sagging upper eyelid for no more than 10 days in a row, after which a break of 2 weeks is taken. You can repeat the courses an unlimited number of times, but you need to exclude allergies to the active ingredients of the drugs.

We recommend reading the article on how to remove wrinkles under the eyes. From it you will learn about the causes of wrinkles, as well as cosmetic procedures for wrinkles under the eyes and their comparison. And here is more information about how to remove drooping eyelids.

Age-related changes

A face lift mask has the same effect as a lifting procedure from a beauty salon. It has a local effect on age-related changes in the skin. In some cases, it helps solve the problem of wrinkles and pigmentation, and possibly removes flaking and sagging. Finding the perfect mask can take a lot of time, but the results are worth it.

Facial skin can deteriorate for a number of reasons .

1. Incorrect posture while sleeping . Deep typos may remain on the face, as a result of which the cover is deformed. Staying in the same position all night causes serious damage to your skin.
2. The washing process is of great importance. The skin stretches and loses elasticity if there is strong pressure on it.
3. Under no circumstances is it recommended to rub your eyes and face. While sitting, you should not support your face with your hands. The elasticity of the skin disappears and the body’s reaction is wrinkles or folds. In addition, the skin will suffer from such actions and lack of hydration.

Skin tightening masks will help improve your appearance. Apart from this, there are many other benefits of using home remedies:

1. Homemade cosmetics provide elasticity to the skin, thereby activating collagen production.
2. Sagging skin can be reduced if the oval gets a clear contour with the help of cosmetics.
3. Some remedies help get rid of a double chin.
4. Some lifting masks will help smooth out the areas around the eyes and mouth.

A simple tightening eye mask at home

At home, you can prepare eye masks with a tightening effect from “available” products: protein, starch, vitamin E, honey, etc. You just need to take into account that all the components of such products are natural and can provoke an inadequate reaction in the form of a banal allergy.

From protein

The mask is prepared from the white of a chicken or quail egg. It is lightly whipped - not until foamy, not even until a stable white color appears, then applied with a cotton pad to the upper eyelid and area under the eyes. The protein is kept in front of your eyes until it dries completely, after which it is washed off with cool water without detergents.

It is strictly forbidden to open your eyes when the whites have dried, because this can lead to the formation of microdamages on the skin of the eyelids and eyelashes falling out/pulling out.

The mask is applied 2-3 times a week for 1 month, after which a break is taken for 2 weeks. Protein dries out the skin greatly, so if you have flaky spots, redness and excessive sensitivity of the epidermis, this method of combating sagging eyelids should be abandoned. In any case, after washing off the protein, the skin should be treated with a moisturizer.

You can complicate the mask recipe: beat 1 egg white until foamy, add 1 tablespoon of honey and 2 tablespoons of wheat flour to it. The finished mass is applied to closed eyes in an even layer, left for 15 minutes and then washed off with warm water. This composition has not only a tightening, but also a nourishing effect. Additionally, it will be possible to reduce the severity of dark circles and age spots.

With starch

With starch, the mask has rejuvenating properties - it increases the elasticity of the skin of the eyelids, smoothes out small expression wrinkles, tightens the dermis and whitens pigment spots and dark circles under the eyes.

The mask is prepared as follows:

• 1 tablespoon of dry potato or corn starch is diluted in 100 ml of cold water;
• boil 50 ml of water;
• Pour the starch solution into boiling water in a thin stream, stirring constantly;
• cook the whole mass until it becomes thick (do not allow it to boil!);
• Cool the mixture and add 1 tablespoon of full-fat sour cream and 5 tablespoons of carrot juice (prepare it yourself, store-bought is prohibited).

The mask is applied in a thin layer to the area around the eyes, including the upper eyelid. As soon as it dries, you need to apply a second layer of product and wait 25 minutes. Next, everything is washed off with warm water, and the skin is treated with moisturizer.

The regime for carrying out such caring procedures is daily for 2 weeks, then a break is taken for 10 days. Already in the middle of the second course, positive results will be visible - the sagging of the eyelid will become less pronounced, wrinkles will smooth out.

Carrots can lead to allergies, so after the first or second application you need to monitor the skin condition. Redness, areas of peeling, itching and small rashes are a reason to refuse anti-aging manipulations.

With vitamin E

Vitamin E is sold in pharmacies in the form of an oil solution. It can be purchased in capsules or small glass bottles - the effect of use will be the same.

Cosmetologists claim that this product can act as an independent product for rejuvenating and tightening the skin of the eyelids - it is applied every day to the upper eyelid and the skin near the outer corner of the eyes in a thin layer. There is no need to wash it off; the manipulation is performed in the evening. Already on days 5-7, you can evaluate the first positive results - the eyelid will lift, the skin will become elastic, and the look will be more open.

Vitamin E goes well with other ingredients that are beneficial for the skin of the eyelids:

• fat sour cream;
• egg yolk;
• cosmetic clay.

Vitamin E is added in the amount of 5 drops per teaspoon of the second ingredient; if cosmetic clay is used, it is first diluted with warm water to the consistency of thick sour cream and then the pharmaceutical product is administered according to the indicated proportions.

Masks with vitamin E cannot be used on a regular basis, because an excess amount of this substance has the opposite effect to the expected - foci of allergies appear, the skin acquires a grayish-green tint, and becomes too thin. Cosmetologists recommend carrying out procedures daily for 7 days, then taking a break of 3 days. Only 3 such courses can be completed, after which they can be repeated no earlier than after 6 months.

Honey for eyelids

Applying honey to the eyelids is also useful, because this product has a complex effect on the dermis:

• tones;
• attracts and retains moisture in cells for a long time;
• stops the aging process;
• improves cell regeneration;
• increases skin elasticity;
• makes pigment spots less pronounced;
• smoothes out small wrinkles.

The following combinations will be most useful in the fight against sagging of the upper eyelid:

• honey + parsley – 1 teaspoon of honey mixed with ½ teaspoon of cosmetic avocado oil and 1 teaspoon of parsley juice, the mixture is applied to the eyelids and the entire area around the eyes for 15 minutes;
• honey + cream + banana – mixed in equal quantities, the mixture is applied to the desired area and remains there for 20-30 minutes, washed off with warm water;
• honey + essential oils – add 2 drops of dill oil, 2 drops of lavender and 1 teaspoon of almond oil to 1 teaspoon of bee product, apply the mixture to the eyes for 20 minutes.

Such masks can be used on a daily basis, but you must take a break between courses - for example, the 14/5 regimen is suitable. If there is no sagging eyelid yet, or it has just begun to form, there are no signs of aging, then you can use a mixture of honey and olive oil in equal quantities.

Use your fingertips to “drive” the finished mixture into the skin around the eyes. The procedure is performed every day in the evening, there is no need to wash off the mask, but it will take 20-30 minutes for it to be completely absorbed.

From parsley

Parsley has whitening, rejuvenating and firming properties. To prepare the simplest mask, you can use any part of the plant - roots or greens, but cosmetologists recommend giving preference to roots for dry skin types, and greens for oily skin types. You need to take the selected part of the parsley, grind it with a blender, meat grinder or knife to a pulp.

The finished mass is applied to the upper eyelids and remains there for 15-20 minutes, then washed off with warm water. Parsley has a subtle drying effect, so after manipulation you must apply a moisturizing serum or cream to your eyelids.

From oils

Any cosmetic and vegetable oils “work” against wrinkles; they can be used to treat the skin of the eyelids, even with already pronounced age-related changes.

But cosmetologists recommend paying attention to the following products:

• argan oil - suitable for any skin type, you need to rub a few drops of the product into the eyelids and area around the eyes every evening;
• olive oil – contains a large amount of vitamins that nourish the dermis and smooth out fine wrinkles, can be used in eyelid care on a regular basis;
• coconut – only refined coconut is used for the eyes, protects the eyelids from the harmful effects of ultraviolet rays;
• almond - used only warm, applied to the area around the eyes in a thick layer, after 1-2 hours the excess is removed with a napkin;
• Jojoba – excellent for dry skin with areas of flaking and redness, used in eyelid care no more than 3 times a week.

Oils can be used for an unlimited amount of time; they are added to your usual care products from a series of professional cosmetics.

Cucumber

A mask is prepared from fresh cucumber not only with a rejuvenating effect, but also with a whitening and refreshing effect. You need to peel the vegetable, grate it on a fine grater and apply the paste to the eyelids and area under the eyes. The exposure time of such a mask is 10 minutes, it can be used in care every day for any time. It is important to use “pure”, natural products for this, so the mask is considered seasonal.

You can add any cosmetic oil, a small amount of wheat/oat flour or egg yolk to the cucumber mixture. These additional ingredients are especially useful in the care of dry, overly sensitive skin around the eyes.

From aloe

Aloe leaves (the bottom 2-3 on the bush, the “fleshy ones”) need to be crushed into a pulp, add 1 teaspoon of your usual moisturizer and 5 drops of tea tree oil. The finished mixture is put in a cool place for 1 hour, then the mass is applied to the upper eyelid and lightly driven into the skin with your fingertips. After 15-20 minutes, everything is washed off with warm water.

This mask is suitable for caring for any skin type, quickly relieves inflammation, increases the ability of the dermis to resist the harmful effects of external factors (sunlight, wind, low/high air temperatures, and so on).

From avocado

You need to take ½ of an avocado, turn the pulp into a puree and apply it to the upper eyelids and the entire area around the eyes. Leave the mask on for 20 minutes, after which you need to wash with warm water. This vegetable contains a lot of oil, so subsequent moisturizing of the skin is not required. This procedure can be performed every day in the evenings, the duration of the course is not limited.

Watch the video about recipes for masks for the skin around the eyes:

Gelatin mask

It “works” like Botox - it fills the intercellular space, leads to high tissue tone, which leads to smoothing and tightening of the skin.

The mixture is prepared as follows:

• regular food gelatin must be prepared exactly according to the instructions on the package;
• Heat the resulting mass in a water bath until it becomes mucus.

The finished mask is applied in a thin layer to the eyelids, under the eyes and to the outer corners. After 15-20 minutes it will harden, which is a signal for removal - you need to pick up the edge of the mask with your fingernail and remove the film with a careful, not sudden movement.

You can add additional ingredients to the gelatin mask - cosmetic oils (1 teaspoon per 10 g of gelatin), pulp of any fruit (in any quantity). If the skin of the eyelids is dry, then after the procedure you need to treat it with a moisturizer.

From banana

The banana pulp is mashed into puree, 1 egg yolk and 1 tablespoon of fat sour cream are added to it. The finished mass is applied in an even layer to the upper eyelid and area under the eyes, remains there for 20 minutes and is washed off with warm water.

How to check the freshness of an egg

To prepare a mask based on chicken protein, it is recommended to choose fresh eggs. How to check the suitability of eggs? There are two ways:

Method No. 1

1. Pour running cold water into a glass container (a little less than half a glass).
2. Place the egg in the container.
3. Rate the result:

The egg is fresh if it has sunk to the bottom of the container (up to three days). The egg has taken a vertical position - it was laid by a chicken no more than seven days ago. If the egg floats up, one side appears - the egg is not fresh, it was laid more than 21 days ago.

After the chicken lays an egg, air accumulates in the cavity between the white and the shell. The longer the egg lies, the more air there is in the cavity sac - the egg floats above the surface of the water.

Method No. 2

After the egg has been laid, the liquid from the white-yolk mass evaporates daily. To visually check an egg for freshness, you need to break the shell and pour the contents of the egg onto a flat surface. Rate the result:

• Round yolk in the shape of a ball; the white is elastic, jelly-like - the egg is fresh (no more than three days).
• The bulge is clearly visible in the yolk; the white spreads - the egg was laid by the chicken within seven days.
• Flat surface of the yolk, watery white of a cloudy color - the egg is not fresh (more than 21 days).

Masks for eyelid skin care

Masks for eyelid skin care can be rejuvenating, nourishing, and used in the care of dermis with pronounced age-related changes.

But they are all applied according to the same rules:

• only on cleansed skin;
• no more than 3 times a week;
• The mask should remain on the eyelids for 15-20 minutes.

Anti-aging

Anti-aging masks made from familiar foods can be used at any age and even as a preventive measure against early aging. The most effective for the upper eyelids and area around the eyes are:

• Carrot . You need to peel 1 medium-sized carrot, grate it on a fine grater and squeeze the juice out of the resulting mass. It is mixed with 1-2 teaspoons of almond oil and placed in the refrigerator for 2 hours. The finished mass is applied with light massage movements to the area around the eyes; after 30-40 minutes, the excess should be removed with a napkin.
• The carrot rejuvenating mask can be used for 1 month, after which you must take a break for 2 weeks.

Carrots have an unexpressed coloring property, so they are not used on pale or too white skin.

• Banana . You need to grind ½ banana pulp into puree, adding a few drops of milk to it. Then add ½ tablespoon of olive oil and ½ teaspoon of vitamin E to the puree. Apply the finished mixture to moistened skin around the eyes, then rinse with warm water. After this mask, you must treat your skin with a moisturizer or serum.

• Cabbage _ From 2 sheets of white cabbage, puree is prepared in a blender or on a fine grater, then the juice is squeezed out. In a separate bowl, mix ½ teaspoon of brewer's yeast, 2 teaspoons of almond oil and 1 teaspoon of honey, then add cabbage juice to the mixture.

After using the mask, be sure to apply a suitable nourishing cream, which is “hammered” into the delicate skin of the eyelids with your fingertips.

Nutritious

Nourishing eye masks should be used even at a young age, because this will prevent early skin aging and sagging. Cosmetologists recommend the following recipes:

• Cottage cheese . 1 tablespoon of low-fat cottage cheese is combined with 1 teaspoon of honey and 1 egg yolk. If the skin is dry, then add 1 teaspoon of vegetable or cosmetic oil to the mixture. Apply one layer of gauze/bandage to the area around the eyes and upper eyelids and lay out a thick layer of the mixture on top. The exposure time is 20-30 minutes, after which everything is removed and washed off with warm water.

Ingredients for preparing a nourishing eye mask
If after washing your skin there is a feeling of tightness, then it needs to be treated with a moisturizer.

• Linen . You need to brew 1 tablespoon of flaxseed in 50 ml of hot milk (leave for 10 minutes), then strain everything through a fine sieve. Add 2 tablespoons of chamomile flower decoction to the prepared flaxseed milk, soak cotton pads in the solution and apply to the eyes for 20 minutes. After the procedure, be sure to wash your face and apply moisturizer to already dry skin.
• Honey . Heat 1 tablespoon of honey in a water bath, add 1 teaspoon of olive oil and 1 egg yolk to it, mix everything. The cooled mass is applied in a thick layer to the problematic part of the face, washed off after 20 minutes with warm water.

For greater effect, it is recommended to wash off this mask with warm green tea.

Folk remedies after 50

Folk remedies after 50 years should perform the function of rejuvenation, increasing skin tone, smoothing out wrinkles, because at this age the aging process is already actively progressing. To achieve these goals, it is recommended to use the following formulations:

• From boiled potatoes . Vegetables (2 medium pieces) are boiled in their uniforms, then peeled and mashed into a puree. To it you need to add 30 ml of strong black tea (tea leaves) and 1 tablespoon of cream. The finished mass is applied to the area around the eyes, left for 30 minutes and washed off with warm water. If your skin is dry and has a lot of wrinkles, then after the manipulation you need to treat it with a moisturizer.
• From cucumber . You need to grind 1 medium vegetable (along with the peel) into a pulp, add to the mixture 1 teaspoon of pine nuts crushed into flour, 10 drops of vitamin E and 1 egg white. The finished mass is excellent for caring for oily, problem skin. In addition to rejuvenation, this mask also has a whitening effect.
• From strawberries . You need to mash 2 berries with a fork, combine with heavy cream or natural yogurt in such an amount that the “output” is a thick mass that is resistant to dripping. It is applied to the eyelids, left for 20 minutes and then washed off with warm serum.

These masks are made from food, so they can trigger a severe allergy attack. It is necessary to constantly monitor the condition of the skin and if redness, areas of active peeling, itching and small rashes appear, immediately stop manipulation and take a course of antihistamines.

Contraindications, possible negative consequences, precautions

Despite all the possible benefits, in certain cases eye masks are contraindicated:

• tendency to excessive lacrimation;
• chronic eye diseases, especially in the acute stage, accompanied by inflammation;
• multiple spider veins on the eyelids or near the area where the mask is applied;
• any dermatological diseases that appear on the face;
• facial neuralgia;
• purulent inflammation, unhealed mechanical damage to the skin (burns, scratches, abrasions, microcracks), manifestations of allergic reactions;
• skin hypersensitivity;
• revealed intolerance to any ingredient of the mask;
• the rehabilitation period has not yet ended after any cosmetology salon procedure;
• recently undergone plastic surgery, after which the stitches on the face have not yet been removed.

Any masks for dermatological diseases can further worsen the skin condition

Before applying the mask for the first time, be sure to do an allergy test. Apply a small amount to the inside of your elbow or wrist, behind your ear, or on your temple. If after 25–30 minutes a negative reaction (itching, burning, rash, redness, swelling) does not appear and there is no deterioration in well-being, the composition is suitable for you.

If your skin condition worsens even slightly during the allergy test, discard this mask.

It is worth focusing on the technique of applying the mask. You can’t do this with sudden, rough movements or press hard. The skin of the eyelids stretches easily, but you can get the opposite effect.

• At any stage of pregnancy and during the entire period of breastfeeding, it is advisable to choose a mask together with a cosmetologist. He will be able to give advice on its mechanism of action and the active ingredients included. The reaction of an organism experiencing hormonal changes to some of them can be unpredictable.

Will eyelid lifting at home really help?

Eyelid lifting at home does not give “amazing” results, because the effect of natural products is gradual and slow. In order for folk remedies to give maximum effect, the following rules must be followed:

• prepare masks strictly in accordance with the recipe and do not increase the concentration of ingredients yourself;
• use only freshly prepared mixtures; they cannot be stored even for 24 hours;
• use only natural and excellent quality ingredients;
• carry out eyelid care procedures daily, but be sure to take breaks (if recommended).

Watch the video on how to properly apply masks around the eyes:

Pharmacy ointments and creams that “work” like lifting have a much greater effect. But it should be remembered that all of them are medicinal drugs and must be used in strict accordance with the instructions.

Contraindications to the use of egg white masks

Cosmetic mixtures, the main component of which are eggs, cannot be used if:

• the skin is prone to irritation and hypersensitivity;
• there is a predisposition to peeling;
• there are inflammations, pustular formations, tumors on the face;
• I have egg intolerance.

The effectiveness of homemade cosmetics will directly depend on the regularity and correct use of masks.

Compresses instead of an eye mask for wrinkles

Instead of eyelid masks against wrinkles, you can use compresses; they are made using the following liquids:

• parsley juice - you can use both the root and the greens of the plant;
• decoction of chamomile flowers - take 150 ml of water per 1 tablespoon and cook for 3 minutes in a water bath;
• potato juice - prepared from fresh vegetables;
• black tea - make a “strong” brew;
• decoction of calendula flowers - prepared according to the same recipe as chamomile.

To perform the procedure, you need to soak cotton pads in the prepared liquid, squeeze them lightly and apply them to your eyes so that the upper eyelids, lower eyelids and, if possible, the area of ​​the outer corners of the eyes are affected.

The photo shows an example of the correct application of a compress.

The compress exposure time is 10 minutes. There is no need to insulate it. After the procedure, wash with warm water and treat the skin with moisturizer.

Reviews

Published with permission of the authors

Nadezhda Eremeeva, Moscow: I’ve probably been suffering from bruises under my eyes for about five years now. I’ve also tried store-bought products, patches, masks, there are some good ones, but of course the price is too much to buy. Therefore, I lighten it a little with cucumber and make compresses with cold tea. If you do it regularly, there is an effect. I'll have to try it with coffee too.

Elena Letova, Saratov: There is nothing better than compresses made from seasonal fruits and berries. When the strawberries ripened, I cut them and put the slices on the skin. There is an orange, a tangerine, a pear at home - take a piece and rub the skin. There is a fresh cucumber, the same thing - I cut it, rubbed the cucumber all over my face, and put a slice on my eyelids. And this is how I do everything in my adult life and advise you all. Nature has provided everything for a long time, there is no need to invent a wheel.

Ekaterina B., 29 years old: I don’t have time to bother with masks, although I understand that homemade ones are healthier. And those that the stores offer are also made on the basis of natural ingredients. But they are easier to use - you don’t need to prepare anything in advance, open the jar and that’s it. I also really love compresses made from strong iced tea when I can – I always do it. The eyes really come to life.

Alternative eyelid treatments for wrinkles

For wrinkles on the eyelids, you can use other means/methods - professional creams-masks, patches, massage, gymnastics and resort to surgical intervention.

Cream mask for eyelids

Cream-mask for eyelids from a series of professional cosmetics can be purchased in pharmacies; for eyelids they are especially good against wrinkles:

Exercises and massage

The massage can and should be performed every day; both the upper eyelid and the area under the eyes are affected. Be sure to use cosmetic oils or moisturizer during the manipulation - this will ensure the correct procedure.

Massage involves performing only two movements:

• precisely massage the upper eyelid with your fingertips, while simultaneously pulling it up;
• rub the eyelid with your middle and index fingers, “pulling” it towards your temples.

First, the massage is done on the upper eyelid, then the area under the eyes is treated. The total time of the manipulation is 10 minutes. After it, you need to wash your face with warm water and lubricate your skin with your usual moisturizer.

Eyelid massage points

As for special exercises to improve the tone of the eyelid skin and tighten the upper eyelid, you need to perform the following complex:

1. Close your eyes as tightly as possible. Sharply open your eyes and perform 2-3 movements with your eyeballs to the sides and up/down.
2. Raise your eyebrows as high as possible and close your eyes. After 3 seconds, open them and only after that return the eyebrows to the “original” position.
3. Using your fingers, pull your eyebrows as high as possible and slightly to the sides. Blink your eyes quickly for 5-10 seconds.

Each exercise should be repeated 3-5 times. It is advisable to do this exercise in the morning, before applying makeup. In the evening, you should give preference to massage and masks.

Surgical lift

You can quickly and most effectively get rid of sagging upper eyelids only through surgical intervention, but when agreeing to a lift, you need to take into account the following nuances of such manipulation:

• this is a full-fledged operation that is performed under general anesthesia and requires mandatory hospitalization of the patient;
• This service is very expensive and belongs to the category of plastic surgery;
• the postoperative period requires the use of supportive, antibacterial therapy;
• full recovery after surgery can occur only after 7 weeks (and this is if there are no complications);
• Scars and scars may form at the site of the operation.

To solve these age-related problems, doctors use the following types of surgical lifting:

• Upper blepharoplasty . During the work, the surgeon removes excess fatty tissue and excess skin (stretched). At the same time, the elasticity of the muscles in the eye area is corrected. The entire procedure lasts 50-60 minutes and is performed under general anesthesia, but in some cases local anesthesia is used.

Upper blepharoplasty
The cost of upper blepharoplasty ranges from 40-50 thousand rubles.

• Transconjunctival blepharoplasty . Removal of fatty tissue is carried out through an incision in the mucous membrane of the lower eyelid. If necessary, the doctor makes incisions in the subciliary space of the upper eyelid. It is considered a more complex operation, lasts 1-1.5 hours, and requires a long rehabilitation period.

Transconjunctival blepharoplasty
The price of such surgical intervention ranges from 60 thousand rubles.

• Mini-lifting . Incisions are made in the temple area and near the ears. “Excess” skin is cut out with a narrow strip, after which not only the eyelids, but also their outer corners are tightened. The operation lasts 2-3 hours, is performed only under general anesthesia, rehabilitation lasts at least 30 days.

The price of a mini eye lift is about 80 thousand rubles.