These Augustinus Bader Eye Patches Stayed Put During Bridal Prep

E! Illustration/Augustinus Bader

Getting ready for a wedding is all fun and games until you catch a glimpse of your under-eyes in the mirror. Between flying all day and staying out late celebrating at the welcome party, I was running on very little sleep when it came time to get ready for the big day. And with my fair skin making dark circles especially hard to hide, I needed a little extra beauty magic to look more awake than I actually felt.

Augustinus Bader's The Eye Patches are designed to hydrate, brighten, and smooth the delicate eye area while helping reduce the appearance of dark circles, puffiness, and fine lines.

But the real test? Whether they’d stay put while I got ready.

• Buy the eye patches
• AB X VB foundation: The Foundation Drops
• AB X VB concealer pen: The Concealer Pen

I’ve lost count of how many eye patches have slowly slid down my face while I’m doing my skincare, applying makeup, or running around trying to get out the door. Not exactly ideal when you’re on a wedding schedule and about to be in photos all evening!

Incredibly, these stayed right where I placed them and never slid down, even while I was doing my hair, applying makeup, and taking photos for hours. Even better, they left my under-eyes looking hydrated, brighter, and refreshed. 

And while you might think oh no! Augustinus Bader is too expensive! You can buy a single pack of these eye patches for just $24. The single packs are perfect for travel, and even feel amazing after a short stint in your hotel mini fridge.

Augustinus Bader The Eye Patches

Hydrogel eye patches that hydrate, brighten, and smooth, while reducing the appearance of dark circles, puffiness and fine lines.

More Augustinus Bader Favorites

We're nuts for this collaboration between luxury skincare brand Augustinus Bader and Victoria Beckham Beauty.

Because they were created in partnership with Augustinus Bader, these products are formulated with skin-loving ingredients that help hydrate and strengthen the skin barrier.

The Foundation Drops

With light-to-medium buildable coverage, these foundation drops deliver a skin-like finish and soft-focus blur that won't crease or settle into fine lines. Over time, it helps even out skin tone and fade dark spots.

The Cell Rejuvenating Illuminator

Achieve a radiant glow with this illuminating primer designed with light-reflecting micro-fine pearls. Available in three shades, you can wear it on its own or with makeup.

The Concealer Pen

This easy-to-use concealer pen combines skin-perfecting makeup with nourishing skincare ingredients. Ideal for covering up dark circles and blemishes, the buildable formula delivers hydrating coverage that won't crease or look cakey.

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