K-SECRET Seoul 1988 Retinal Glow Eye Patch: RETI-NAD + Turmeric 60 pcs
K-SECRET Seoul 1988 Retinal Glow Eye Patch are hydrogel under-eye patches with retinal for evening care targeting the look of fine lines, with niacinamide, collagen, a peptide and a ceramide. Fragrance-free. Start 2–3 times a week and always use SPF in the morning; not for use during pregnancy or breastfeeding.
Product detailed description
Retinal under-eye patches · Evening care for fine lines
The first fine lines are appearing under your eyes, concealer settles into them during the day and by evening your eye area looks tired. K-SECRET Seoul 1988 Retinal Glow Eye Patch are hydrogel under-eye patches with retinal (retinaldehyde), a vitamin A derivative used in skincare for skin with first wrinkles. The formula is rounded out with niacinamide, hydrating ingredients, hydrolysed collagen, a peptide and a ceramide. Unlike purely hydrating patches, this is retinoid care: it belongs in your evening routine and should be introduced gradually.
Apply them in the evening after cleansing and toner, before eye cream. At VIONE, we recommend starting 2–3 times a week and only increasing the frequency if your eye area tolerates them well. Always follow with SPF in the morning. Do not use the patches during pregnancy or while breastfeeding.
- Type: hydrogel under-eye patches, 60 pieces, single use
- Suitable for: first fine lines under the eyes, a tired-looking eye area; experience with retinoids is an advantage
- Key ingredients: retinal, niacinamide, hydrolysed collagen, peptide (Acetyl Hexapeptide-8), ceramide NP, adenosine, NAD+
- Fragrance-free · Eye care step, in the evening after toner, before eye cream
Routine step
K-SECRET Seoul 1988 Retinal Glow Eye Patch belongs to the Eye care step. The bar shows the type of care, not the exact order: apply the patches in the evening straight after cleansing and toner, then follow with eye cream and moisturiser. Finish with SPF in the morning.
Who the K-SECRET retinal eye patches are for
- You are noticing the first fine lines under your eyes, and concealer settles into them during the day.
- Your eye area looks tired and less firm, and you want evening care that goes beyond hydration.
- You already know retinoids from your facial routine and how your skin responds to them.
- You want an extra evening step that you use on some evenings, not every day.
- You avoid fragrance: according to the ingredient list, the patches contain none.
When to choose something else: you are pregnant or breastfeeding, the skin around your eyes is easily irritated by skincare, you already use another retinoid around your eyes, or you want patches for the morning before makeup. For morning hydration, patches without a retinoid are a better fit.
Patches, jar and skin feel
- Hydrogel: retailers describe the patches as cooling hydrogel pads soaked in essence.
- Pack of 60: according to retailers, the patches come in a jar with a spatula for taking them out.
- Fragrance-free and free from denatured alcohol (Alcohol Denat.).
Tip: close the jar carefully after use and follow the storage instructions on the packaging.
Key ingredients: retinal, niacinamide, a peptide and adenosine
- Retinal (retinaldehyde): a vitamin A derivative related to retinol, used in skincare for skin with first wrinkles. The exact retinal concentration is not stated in the manufacturer's product information available to us. As with any retinoid, your skin may sting, redden or flake at first, so introduce it gradually.
- Niacinamide (vitamin B3): may help support the skin barrier and hydration, and it is one of the better-researched skincare ingredients.
- The peptide Acetyl Hexapeptide-8 and adenosine: conditioning ingredients that Korean skincare often uses in products aimed at fine lines.
- Glycerin, betaine, sodium hyaluronate, hydrolysed collagen and ceramide NP: hydrating and conditioning ingredients that help keep moisture in the skin and ease the feeling of tightness around the eyes.
- NAD+ (Nicotinamide Adenine Dinucleotide): an additional conditioning ingredient whose effects when applied topically are still being studied.
- Turmeric root water, Galactomyces ferment and centella: additional conditioning ingredients included in the formula.
How to use K-SECRET Seoul 1988 Retinal Glow Eye Patch
- 1. Cleanse: a gentle cleanser in the evening; if you wear makeup or SPF, start with a cleansing oil.
- 2. Toner: lightly dampen your skin with toner and let it absorb.
- 3. Patches, straight after toner: take out two patches with a clean spatula or clean hands. Apply the patches under your eyes after cleansing and toning and leave them on for 20–30 minutes; do not place them on the eyelid or right next to the lash line. Avoid contact with the eyes and follow the warnings on the packaging.
- 4. After removing: remove the patches and gently pat in the remaining essence with your fingertips. Don't reuse the patches.
- 5. Eye cream and moisturiser: seal in hydration with a gentle retinoid-free eye cream and your moisturiser.
- 6. SPF in the morning: apply broad-spectrum SPF 30–50 in the morning and reapply as needed.
How often: start 2–3 times a week in the evening. If your eye area doesn't sting or flake, you can gradually increase the frequency. For external use only. Do not use on broken or irritated skin, or shortly after a laser treatment or chemical peel.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about K-SECRET Seoul 1988 Retinal Glow Eye Patch
What is retinal and how is it different from retinol?
Retinal (retinaldehyde) and retinol are both vitamin A derivatives. In the skin, both are gradually converted to retinoic acid, and retinal is one step closer in that chain. That is why it deserves the same caution as other retinoids and should be introduced slowly. The exact retinal concentration is not stated in the manufacturer's product information available to us. Watch out for a mix-up: K-SECRET also makes other eye patches with retinol. We stock the Retinal Glow version with retinal; the exact name on the packaging is what counts.
Will retinal sting around my eyes? How should I start?
The skin around the eyes is thin and can react to retinoids more readily than the rest of your face. A patch also stays on the skin for a longer time. Before first use, test for tolerance on a small area. Start 2–3 times a week in the evening. If your eye area starts stinging, turns red or begins to flake, remove the patches, stop using newly introduced products and return to a simple, well-tolerated routine. Consult a dermatologist if symptoms persist.
How soon will I see a difference?
Your eye area may feel more hydrated as soon as you remove the patches, depending on your skin's condition and individual response. Changes in the appearance of fine lines cannot be guaranteed within a specific timeframe. With retinoids, any change is generally assessed only after longer regular use, and the brand does not provide results for these patches specifically.
Why in the evening, and why SPF in the morning?
We recommend using the patches in the evening as a precautionary approach to retinal skincare. Apply broad-spectrum SPF 30–50 in the morning and reapply as needed. Retinal may irritate the delicate eye area, so introduce the patches gradually and monitor tolerance. If you want patches for the morning before makeup, choose a retinoid-free option.
Can I combine the patches with another retinoid, acids or vitamin C?
On the same evening, don't use another retinoid around your eyes (retinol, retinal, retinoid eye creams), exfoliating acids (AHA, BHA, PHA) or benzoyl peroxide. If your facial routine includes stronger active products, alternate them with the patches on separate evenings and introduce new products one at a time. After removing the patches, a simple eye cream without actives is a good choice.
Can I use the patches during pregnancy or while breastfeeding?
No. The patches contain retinal, which is a retinoid (vitamin A derivative), and retinoids are not recommended during pregnancy or breastfeeding. During this time, choose retinoid-free eye care and discuss your choice with your doctor.
How are they different from other under-eye patches at VIONE?
The main differences are the formula and when to use them. Genabelle PDRN 360° Rejuvenating Eye Mask is a hydrating mask with niacinamide, caffeine, peptides and PDRN, shaped according to the brand to cover the upper eyelid too, 70 pieces per pack. Heimish Matcha Biome Hydrogel Eye Patch are hydrogel under-eye patches with matcha and ferments, 60 pieces per pack. Neither contains a retinoid, so you can use them in the morning too. K-SECRET contains retinal, belongs in the evening and should be introduced gradually. If you are mainly after hydration and a fresher look in the morning, choose Genabelle or Heimish.
Who are the patches not for, and when should I choose another product?
Skip the patches during pregnancy and breastfeeding, if the skin around your eyes is easily irritated by skincare, if you already use another retinoid around your eyes, or shortly after a laser treatment or chemical peel. They are also not suitable for irritated or broken skin. If you have a diagnosed skin condition around your eyes, discuss new skincare with your dermatologist. If you are new to retinoids and want a simple everyday routine, start with a retinoid-free eye cream such as PURITO Wonder Releaf Centella Eye Cream Unscented.
Are the patches vegan? What if I have an allergy?
We cannot describe them as vegan. They contain hydrolysed collagen and cholesterol, which are usually of animal origin, and the brand does not state their source in the information available to us. The formula also contains macadamia nut oil. If you have a confirmed allergy to macadamia or other nuts, or to fish (the brand does not state the source of the collagen), do not use the product without prior advice from a qualified healthcare professional.
What to pair the K-SECRET patches with
- PURITO Wonder Releaf Centella Eye Cream Unscented: a fragrance-free eye cream with centella and peptides. It seals in hydration after the patches and is all you need on evenings without retinal.
- PURITO Mighty Bamboo Panthenol Cream: a face cream with panthenol that supports skin comfort after retinoid care.
- AXIS-Y Complete No-Stress Physical Sunscreen SPF 50+: a zinc-based sunscreen as the last step in the morning. When you use retinoids, SPF belongs in every morning routine.
Practical tip: retinal patches are not an everyday must. On ordinary days, a gentle eye cream and SPF in the morning are enough; add the patches gradually, depending on how your eye area tolerates them.
What the brand says
The brand calls the complex in the patches RETI-NAD™; according to retailers, it is retinal in liposomes combined with NAD+. The brand describes the patches as care for the appearance of firmness and fine lines and for hydrating the eye area. The exact retinal concentration is not stated in the manufacturer's product information available to us, and neither are test results. According to the official instructions, the patches are applied after cleansing and toning and left on for 20–30 minutes. You will find the period after opening and the warnings on the packaging. The stated claims are based on the manufacturer's declarations. Individual skin tolerance may vary.
INCI / ingredients
Water, Glycerin, Betaine, Acrylates Copolymer, Niacinamide, Chondrus Crispus, 1,2-Hexanediol, Galactomyces Ferment Filtrate, Hydroxyacetophenone, Algin, Ceratonia Siliqua (Carob) Gum, Xanthan Gum, Potassium Chloride, Glucomannan, Coptis Japonica Root Extract, Butylene Glycol, Sucrose, Gardenia Florida Fruit Extract, Adenosine, Dextrin, Maltodextrin, Disodium EDTA, Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate, Macadamia Ternifolia Seed Oil, Allantoin, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Hydroxypropyl Cyclodextrin, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Curcuma Longa (Turmeric) Root Water, Trehalose, Cholesterol, Polyglyceryl-10 Laurate, Brassica Campestris (Rapeseed) Sterols, Silica, Polyglyceryl-3 Methylglucose Distearate, Retinal, Tocopherol, Hydrolyzed Collagen, Aluminum/Magnesium Hydroxide Stearate, Sucrose Distearate, Potassium Cetyl Phosphate, Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate, Centella Asiatica Extract, Ficus Carica (Fig) Fruit Extract, Beta-Glucan, Ceramide NP, Sodium Hyaluronate, Caprylyl Glycol, Nicotinamide Adenine Dinucleotide, Acetyl Hexapeptide-8, Glycine, Glutamic Acid, Arginine
The ingredient list may vary slightly between batches. Always check the product packaging for the final version.
| Category: | Eye Creams & Patches |
|---|---|
| EAN: | 8809695241079 |
| Routine step: | Eye care, Mask |
| Skin type: | normal, dry, combination |
| Targets: | wrinkles |
| Active ingredient: | ceramides, niacinamide, peptides, collagen, retinal, NAD+ |
| Features: | fragrance-free |
| Mask type: | eye patches |
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K-SECRET: Korean Seoul 1988 skincare with retinal
K-SECRET (also written KSECRET or K secret) is a Korean derma skincare brand that combines traditional Korean ingredients with modern actives. Its main line, Seoul 1988, launched in 2024 and is built on retinal, a vitamin A derivative, in liposomal form. In the US, the line has been sold at Costco since 2026.
Are fine lines starting to show under your eyes, with concealer settling into them during the day, and eye cream alone no longer enough? That is why we chose K-SECRET’s retinal patches for evening care.
Why we chose K-SECRET
Patches are a simple way to bring retinal into eye-area care without adding another cream step. Seoul 1988 Retinal Glow Eye Patch pairs retinal with niacinamide, collagen, a peptide and a ceramide, and is fragrance-free.
Use retinoid patches in the evening, start 2–3 times a week and always apply SPF the next morning. Do not use them during pregnancy or breastfeeding.
Who K-SECRET is for
- You notice the first fine lines under your eyes and want evening care with retinal.
- You already have experience with retinoids, or want to start slowly on a small area.
- You are looking for fragrance-free patches.
If you mainly want hydration and a fresher look without a retinoid, choose Genabelle PDRN 360° Rejuvenating Eye Mask instead.
K-SECRET at VIONE
- K-SECRET Seoul 1988 Retinal Glow Eye Patch: hydrogel under-eye patches with retinal, niacinamide, collagen, a peptide and a ceramide, 60 pcs, fragrance-free.
K-SECRET: frequently asked questions
Is K-SECRET a Korean brand?
Yes. K-SECRET (KSECRET) is a Korean derma skincare brand. Its Seoul 1988 line launched in 2024 and is built on retinal.
What is retinal and how is it different from retinol?
Retinal (retinaldehyde) is a vitamin A derivative. Retinal is one conversion step closer to retinoic acid than retinol. Actual results and tolerability depend on the complete formula and how it is used.
How often should I use K-SECRET retinal patches?
Start in the evening 2–3 times a week and increase only if your skin is comfortable. Always use SPF in the morning. If you notice burning or peeling, skip the patches and go back to simple, well-tolerated care.
Are K-SECRET patches suitable for retinal beginners?
If you are new to retinoids, introduce the patches gradually and monitor how your skin responds. Avoid using them on irritated skin around the eyes and follow the manufacturer’s wear-time instructions. If hydration is your main priority, consider eye care without vitamin A derivatives.
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