Forehead wrinkle patches have quietly become one of the biggest beauty trends of the last few years (for good reason!). They’re a simple, non-invasive way to smooth out fine lines and expression marks, all from the comfort of your own home! Many people see them as a fun, easy alternative to injectables or expensive in-office treatments. What ACTUALLY happens when you put one of these patches on your forehead?
The Inner Workings
Wrinkle patches are designed to give your skin a little “rest” while delivering hydration and support.
- When you apply a patch, it holds the skin in place and prevents you from moving and touching your face. This helps reduce repetitive creasing from facial expressions (forwning or raising eyebrows).
- Wrinkle patches also create a barrier that helps lock in moisture. When your skin stays hydrated, it appears plumper, dewier, and more youthful. This is why so many people wake up with a visibly smoother forehead after overnight.
The Science That Backs it Up!
There have been many, MANY clinical and research studies that suggest wrinkle patches are scientifically improving the texture of skin.
- A 2017 clinical study found that adhesive pads improved surface texture and skin smoothness within one hour. They also found and concluded that these pads did NOT leave permanent fine lines in the future.
- Research on topical adhesive materials shows that the main benefit comes from hydration and skin compression, not collagen production. This shows that long wear of these patches results in trapping more natural moisture.
- Experts agree that wrinkle patches help reduce the appearance of lines rather than remove them completely. This suggests that wrinkle patches help for the short-term, smoothing the appearance of fine lines.
Wrinkle patches work best as a short-term solution for smoother-looking skin, not as a permanent fix.
Best Practices for Using Wrinkle Patches
- Apply wrinkle patches to cleansed, dry skin before bed.
- Leave them on for several hours or overnight for best results.
- Follow up with your usual skincare routine in the morning, including moisturizer and sunscreen.
If you’re curious to try them yourself, you can explore our Honeydew Labs Forehead and Smile Line Wrinkle Patches (also available on our website and on Amazon US.) These patches are enriched with collagen peptides and hyaluronic acid to support smoother, hydrated skin overnight.
Related Reading
If you enjoyed this post, read our follow-up blog “Do Wrinkle Patches Actually Work?” to see how wrinkle patches compare to microneedle and hydrogel treatments.
Disclaimer
This article is for informational purposes only and does not provide medical advice. Always consult a qualified dermatologist or skincare professional before starting any new skincare routine. Individual results may vary.
Citations:
- Skin Research & Technology. (2017). Antiwrinkle effect of topical adhesive pads on crow’s feet. Skin Research and Technology, 23(4), 567–574. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28845548/
- National Library of Medicine (NLM). (2015). Adhesive patch technology and skin hydration: A review of mechanisms and benefits. National Center for Biotechnology Information. https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC4486716/
- Allure. (2023). Do wrinkle patches really work? Allure Magazine. https://www.allure.com/story/wrinkle-patches
- Verywell Health. (2024). Do wrinkle patches actually work? Verywell Health. https://www.verywellhealth.com/wrinkle-patches-11726994
- Glamour. (2024). 10 best wrinkle patches that actually smooth fine lines. Glamour Magazine. https://www.glamour.com
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Honeydew Labs Team
