Although you may wish it didn't happen, the skin around the eyes is one part of the body that can show signs of premature aging, especially without proper care.
But have you ever wondered why?
First, the skin around the eyes is thinner and more sensitive than the skin on other parts of the body. And since your eyes work so much throughout the day, from blinking to expressing your emotions, this alone can cause premature aging.
Moreover, genetic causes, UV rays, external stressors, and lifestyle choices can cause the skin around the eyes to age more quickly.
However, no matter your age, it's never too early or too late to give your eyes the love they deserve.
I've summarized some easy-to-follow tips that I personally subscribe to. Check them out below and add them to your beauty routine today.
7 ways to take care of the skin around your eyes
Moisturizing, moisturizing, moisturizing!
Moisturizing your skin is one of those underrated steps that often falls by the wayside but really shouldn't. Imagine our skin as a grape. When it loses water, it begins to shrink and wrinkles can appear.
But once that hydration returns, it can help plump and reduce the appearance of lines and wrinkles. The same applies to our eye area. Since they lack sebaceous glands (our skin's natural moisturizer), they can be more prone to dryness.
The most asked question about moisturizing this part of your face is whether you can use a face moisturizer for the skin around your eyes. The answer is yes. As long as it doesn't irritate your eyes and provides enough moisture, you're fine.
However, keep in mind that because the skin around your eyes is delicate, it may be sensitive to your regular face cream. If you experience a stinging sensation or your eyes turn watery or red, skip your regular face moisturizer and invest in an eye cream instead.
Eye creams are often made with ingredients that are less likely to have a negative effect on your eyes but contain enough active ingredients that may help reduce wrinkles and fine lines.
Check the ingredients
When you're looking for the right eye cream, it's important to know what ingredients to look for based on what you're trying to treat. Below you will find the components that I suggest you choose based on your concerns:
For fine lines
Aside from hydrating moisturizers, which are used to reduce moisture loss, you'll want to look for ingredients that provide an immediate "plumping" effect.
For this result, choose the most effective ingredients that have been trusted to stimulate collagen production. These include:
- Retinoid (prescription)
- Retinol (over-the-counter options)
- Vitamin A derivative
- peptides
- Growth factors reliable source
For hyperpigmentation (dark circles)
To combat hyperpigmentation (dark circles) caused by the sun's UV rays, look for the following ingredients:
- Arbutin
- Kojic acid
- Vitamin C
- soy
- Niacinamide (Vitamin B3)
- Azelaic acid
for bloating
Treating puffy eyes can be as easy as getting enough sleep or drinking enough water. But when it comes to skincare ingredients, the following may help reduce puffiness:
- caffeine
- Green tea and coffee polyphenols
- dipeptide-2 (eyelid)
- Willow herb
for general interest
For more general concerns about the skin around your eyes, look up antioxidants. These powerful ingredients help remove free radicals in the skin caused by UV rays, smoking, and pollutants. Moreover, they may also help in reducing the aging process.
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Look for the following:
- Vitamin C
- Vitamin E
- Green tea
- Vitamin B3 (Niacinamide)
Always be nice
It's important to be gentle, from removing eye makeup to applying products to the skin around your eyes. As I mentioned above, the skin under your eyes is very thin. For this reason, the added stress from our daily activities has the potential to contribute to an increase in fine lines. Here are some tips on ways to be gentler during your skincare routine:
when removing your makeup
- Apply your favorite eye make-up remover to a cotton pad
- bandage.
- Press the pad gently against your skin.
- Pull it slowly in an outward motion.
- Repeat until all of your makeup is removed.
When you apply your products
- Place your product on your pinky finger.
- Dab your products around the eyes, and swirl it around
- Al Ain area. Don't forget the upper eyelid.
- Repeat until the product is fully absorbed
- leather.
Sun protection is a must
Sun exposure can play a huge role in the skin aging process, and it can cause darkening of the skin under the eyes.
A broad spectrum sunscreen is truly an indispensable part of any skincare routine and should be used daily. Even if it looks dull on the outside, UVA rays can cause damage.
Also, do not forget about the upper eyelid. This is one of the most overlooked areas when it comes to applying sunscreen.
And if reapplying sunscreen over makeup, especially eye makeup, is too difficult, consider buying a pair of sunglasses that offer UV protection. This can help protect not only your eyes but also the skin around them from unwanted UVA and UVB rays.
Treat yourself to a massage
If you notice that your puffy eyes tend to come and go but become more noticeable when you're tired or not sleeping well, a simple massage may solve the problem.
Other than some genetic factors, fluid retention can cause puffy eyes. This could be the result of eating a meal high in salt, lack of sleep, or even oversleeping.
Massaging under your eyes can help improve blood circulation around them. The pressure from the massage may help drain excess fluid around this area and reduce swelling.
And if you're able to invest a bit more, a cooling roller may help you relieve tension around this area and reduce puffiness.
Sleep, eat well, exercise, repeat
When it comes to changing your lifestyle habits and protecting the skin around your eyes, I'm a big advocate of what appears on the outside reflects what happens on the inside.
I subscribe to three lifestyle practices:
Try to follow a healthy diet
I try to sleep at least six hours each night and exercise regularly to improve my circulation. For me, when I don't get enough sleep or exercise, not only do I feel more tired, but the skin around my eyes will get darker, puffier, and look "unhealthy."
I also practice a balanced and healthy diet. Look for foods rich in potassium, such as bananas. It is also important to drink enough water every day. My personal rule is eight 8-ounce glasses a day, though this can vary from person to person.
Take the non-surgical route
While prevention should always be your first choice, especially if you're under 30, genetics and age can still work against you.
If you get to the point where topical treatments don't work, there are a number of non-surgical options available, from laser resurfacing and neuromodulation (Botox) to fillers. These procedures may help remove wrinkles, aid in the loss of volume under your eyes, and give an overall "younger" appearance.
But while these fixes are quick, the price is often something to drool over. Botox can start at $550 per session, while laser treatments can start at $1,031 per session. Besides the fact that the result of these treatments is not necessarily permanent, consider consulting a doctor first. They can discuss whether this is the right choice for you.
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There are many different ways to give that much needed love to the skin around your eyes. From moisturizing and sun protection to getting more sleep, applying these game-changing agents into your beauty routine, even if it's just one at a time, can help you on your way to better skin around your eyes.
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