Common actives include retinol (sometimes listed as a 0.01% pure retinol dose or time‑released/microencapsulated retinol), glycolic acid complexes, and niacinamide. Formulas often add antioxidants and soothing extracts (e.g., astaxanthin, probiotics, green tea, pomegranate, caffeine) and hydrating agents such as sodium hyaluronate and glycerin.
They’re marketed to firm skin and reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, smooth uneven texture, brighten dark circles, and help reduce puffiness or under‑eye swelling.
Recommended wear times are typically around 20–30 minutes, with several listings specifically noting a 20‑minute or 20–30 minute treatment window.
Common hydrating ingredients include sodium hyaluronate and glycerin. Some formulas also contain richer emollients such as shea butter, avocado oil, and vitamin E.
Listings indicate options for all skin types as well as formulas specifically marketed toward mature skin concerns, so available pads range from general‑use to mature‑skin targeted variants.