Why Safe Ingredients Matter in Under-Eye Care

Many people look for eye patches as the seasons change and the delicate under-eye area becomes dry or dull.
But choosing an eye patch just because it works instantly can be risky—especially when the skin around your eyes is thin, sensitive, and easily irritated.

This is why checking the ingredients isn’t optional.
It’s essential.

When a product touches the most delicate part of your face, you need to know exactly what’s inside.

4 Ingredients You Should Avoid

You may have seen claims such as Paraben-Free, Mineral Oil-Free, Silicone-Free, Alcohol-Free.
These ingredients are commonly used but are known to cause irritation, block pores, or disrupt skin balance.

Before choosing an eye patch, make sure these four ingredients are not on the list.

1. Parabens — Potential Hormonal Disruption & Irritation

- Used as preservatives to prevent microbial growth
- Structurally similar to estrogen
- Can potentially disrupt hormonal balance
- May cause irritation or allergic reactions, especially on sensitive skin

2. Mineral Oil — Clogs Pores & Blocks Natural Secretion

- Heavy texture that can block pores
- Prevents sebum from being released properly
- Can lead to blackheads, breakouts, or skin congestion
- Forms a film that prevents the skin from breathing

3. Silicones — Artificial Smoothness That Hinders Skin Balance

- Creates an occlusive layer that blocks skin from breathing
- May cause congestion when used excessively
- Gives the illusion of smoother texture without improving skin health
- “Smoothness” is temporary and not true nourishment

4. Alcohol — Drying & Irritating for Sensitive Skin

- Breaks down the skin’s protective lipid barrier
- Evaporates quickly, pulling moisture out of the skin
- Can trigger redness, stinging, or dryness
- Especially problematic for sensitive or reactive skin types

Why Choosing ‘Free From’ Matters

Now you can see why it’s important to avoid eye patches with harsh or questionable ingredients.
The under-eye area is one of the thinnest and most delicate parts of your face, so even mild irritants can quickly lead to dryness, redness, or long-term sensitivity.

BACIEL Eye Patches: Safe, Gentle, and Worry-Free

BACIEL Eye Patches are formulated without:

- Parabens
- Mineral Oil
- Silicones
- Alcohol

Our hydrogel format delivers gentle comfort, deep hydration, and better absorption—without the ingredients that can compromise your skin.

Because what touches your eyes should be as safe as it is effective.

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