Hearsay or Fact? Collagen eye patches

Before Pretty Tired became Exhibit Nº 01, we tested the rumors people repeat about collagen eye patches. Here's every verdict, including the ones that didn't hold up.

“They make you look rested in 15 minutes.” Verdict: Fact

Cold hydrogel holds moisture against thin under-eye skin, so puffiness looks softer while you make coffee.

“They'll erase dark circles for good.” Verdict: Partly

They give the morning a more rested look. Circles from genetics or shadow don't go anywhere, and anyone who says otherwise is selling hearsay.

“Collagen patches rebuild your collagen.” Verdict: False

Collagen on skin hydrates the surface. It doesn't rebuild collagen underneath. We'd rather tell you now than in a review.

“They slip if you talk a lot.” Verdict: Fact

True on oily skin or a busy face. Clean, dry skin, press for 10 seconds, and lean back for the first few minutes.

The bottom line

Eye patches are a 15-minute fix for how tired you look, not a permanent change. That's exactly what we sell them as. See Pretty Tired, or read the FAQ for how to use them.