Hey, Bright Eyes! Try A Gold Under-Eye Mask to De-Puff and Brighten

Gold eye patches are certainly having a moment. But celebrities and Instagram influencers aren’t just sticking them on for a sparkly photo op. Gold nanoparticles have antibacterial, antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties—when combined with skin-smoothing, soothing active ingredients these little stickers quickly give your eye area a big lift. Here’s what to look for in a good set.

The key combo of ingredients to look for in gold under eye masks are hyaluronic acid and collagen—the duo help your skin retain water to smooth out fine lines and protect the delicate skin. We like these because they also contain caffeine to instantly de-puff. (Plus a light lavender scent that soothes more than your skin. Ahhhh.)

One benefit of good gold under eye patches like these is that they work fast. Apply for just 15 to 20 minutes while you brush your teeth and do your hair in the morning, or before a big event.

Luxury beauty brands are pricey for a reason—great packaging, solid research and the highest-quality ingredients. That said, anyone who’s tried a good drugstore mascara knows that you don’t always have to spend a ton of money to get good results. These gold eye patches cost a fraction of what some designer brands do, but have a cult following of happy customers who swear by the results.