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4 Simple Ways to Avoid Wrinkles Around the Eyes
lemaster • October 14, 2020
4 Simple Ways to Avoid Wrinkles Around the Eyes
Lines around the eyes are almost impossible to hide. Makeup can sometimes make them more noticeable, and sunglasses are not acceptable to wear everywhere. A more effective solution is to learn the little habits that cause the lines to begin or worsen existing wrinkles. Additionally, use these four inexpensive and easy ways to reduce the risk of crow's feet and fine lines.
1. Eat Some Chocolate
Most people already know to wear sunblock and sunglasses to protect the delicate skin around the eyes from the UV rays of the sun. What these same people may not know is that dark chocolate may also help to protect against some damage from sunlight. Research reveals that the cocoa extract in dark chocolate helps protect against the damage from UV light.
Studies show that it takes only about an ounce of dark chocolate a day to help protect the skin from UV damage. The benefits apply to all the skin and not just the area around the eyes. However, this is useful information for anyone concerned about eye wrinkles since this sensitive area is often one of the first places where wrinkles appear.
2. Use Gentle Motions
Foundation, eyeliner, eyeshadow, and other products around the eyes do not cause skin damage. How people apply the products could be the problem. The skin around the eyes is much thinner than the skin on the rest of the face, so that skin is easier to damage. Any time someone rubs or pulls the skin around the eyes, they risk wrinkles.
Try to apply all facial products to this area using fingers gently. Dab lotion and makeup into the skin. Choose liquid eyeliners or an easy-to-glide eye pencil to avoid any tension on the skin. Use makeup removers that dissolve and wipe away makeup rather than those that require an effort to remove.
3. Control Allergies Better
Allergies that cause the eyes to itch, water, and become inflamed can lead to premature lines. Inflammation around the eyes causes the skin to stretch. Over time, the skin can remain stretched even after the inflammation goes away. The loose skin can develop into permanent wrinkles. Itchy eyes can also cause people to rub and scratch the skin and cause more damage.
Talk to a primary care physician about better allergy control, and ask an optometrist for eye drops for itchy eyes. If allergies strike, place a cool compress over the eyes to soothe the skin and reduce the risk of inflammation. Consider visiting an allergist if over-the-counter medications cannot keep allergic reactions under control.
4. Try a Massage
Spas offer facial and eye massage therapies to help boost circulation and reduce puffiness. A massage to reduce chronic puffiness is also easy to do at home. Always remember to only tap around the eye and not to drag or pull the fingers across the skin.
Lightly tap with the index and middle fingers in a circular motion around the eyes. Press on the pressure points at the temples, under the eyebrow, and at the side of the nose near the brow. The movements can help to boost circulation and potentially reduce the fluid retention that causes bags under the eyes.
Some people discover that wrinkles still develop no matter how careful they are with their skincare routine. Age, genetics, and unavoidable illnesses can often undo all the hard work people contribute.
Spartanburg Dermatology & Skin Surgery Clinic, P.C., can help when nothing else works. We offer effective skincare treatments and cosmetic dermatology to help everyone look their best. Contact us
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