Eye Creams
It's the same as with the rest of your face - wear sunscreen. And wear sunglasses and a hat. And don't smoke.
Start using sunscreen and eye cream while you are still young to ward off those wrinkles.
Some experts say that most people don't need a separate eye cream to moisturize the eye area. But the best eye creams have been tested by ophthalmologists to be safe to use near your eyes. Also some products claim to match the pH level of your tears. They also may not contain any fragrance so that they do not irritate the eyes, and they tend to have more soothing or softening agents than standard face moisturizers. Skin care experts do admit that those concerned about puffiness or dark under-eye circles will need special products to work on those issues.
The skin around the eyes is very delicate and susceptible to damage. Because of thinness of the skin around the eye, it is
often the first place we see signs of aging. In determining the best eye cream, you need to take into consideration what you
are trying to achieve with an eye cream. Puffy eyes can be caused by fluid retention and/or allergies. Often this is a temporary
condition caused by allergies or hormonal fluctuations. The fluid can build up while you sleep so try elevating your head.
To reduce the puffiness, you can uses cold compresses and cooling eye masks. Some eye creams may add to the puffiness so if
this is your main problem, you might want to consider a gel.
Baggy eyes result from fat building up in the delicate eye area. This is different from the fluid buildup that causes puffy eyes. Creams and gels that enhance elasticity can help a little if the bags are very small but bad bags under the eye can only be eliminated with plastic surgery.
What causes those dark circles? A bluish color under the eyes indicates that the blood vessels are visibly larger and closer to the surface of the skin. Causes of this include alcohol, lack of sleep, hormones, aging and sun damage (Use Sunscreen). The skin underneath our eyes becomes even more delicate as we get older, and the veins under the eyes grow more prominent.
A cold compress can reduce the size of the blood vessels, reducing the appearance of dark circles. If the problem is genetics, a dermatologist may be able to supply you with a cream that can help lighten the skin. You should use a sunscreen to protect from sun damage. Eye creams with vitamin K may reduce the appearance of dark circles. But your best bet to combat dark circles is to use a concealer or eye brightener.
Wrinkles and fine lines are more obvious when skin is dry, so keeping the area hydrated will minimize the appearance of fine lines. Many of the eye creams that work to combat wrinkles and fine lines contain vitamins A, C, and E, and antioxidants. Vitamin A, in the form of retinoids, softens lines and strengthens the skin by increasing the creation of collagen.
You should avoid applying eye creams on or near the eyelid. They can cause burning and irritation of the eye. Use gentle makeup removers and don't rub the eye area.
Whatever your eye needs and concerns may be, it is extremely important that you use some sort of moisturizer such as an eye cream or gel because this area needs hydration even more then the rest of your face and body.
Two of my favorite eye creams are:
Jan Marini Age Intervention Eye Cream
Guerlain Issima Success Eye Tech
I like these two because they are not heavy or greasy. They soak into the skin but the skin still feels soft for hours after application. Both of these creams plump the skin and minimize the appearance of fine lines.
For those who want one moisturizer for both the face and eyes, Crème de La Mer is a excellent general purpose face cream that can be used on the eye area if it doesn't irritate your eyes. La Mer - The Eye Concentrate was developed specifically for the eye area. The La Mer products are very, very expensive but many people feel that they are worth it.
A more budget conscious choice is Olay's Regenerist Eye Lifting Serum which gets very good reviews from many.
Other eye creams that get high marks are:
Prescriptives Vibrant-C Skin Brightening Eye Cream - which can help reduce puffiness
RoC Retinol Correxion Eye Cream - if you want a product with retinol
Origins Youthtopia
Clinique All About Eyes
Start using sunscreen and eye cream while you are still young to ward off those wrinkles.
Some experts say that most people don't need a separate eye cream to moisturize the eye area. But the best eye creams have been tested by ophthalmologists to be safe to use near your eyes. Also some products claim to match the pH level of your tears. They also may not contain any fragrance so that they do not irritate the eyes, and they tend to have more soothing or softening agents than standard face moisturizers. Skin care experts do admit that those concerned about puffiness or dark under-eye circles will need special products to work on those issues.
Baggy eyes result from fat building up in the delicate eye area. This is different from the fluid buildup that causes puffy eyes. Creams and gels that enhance elasticity can help a little if the bags are very small but bad bags under the eye can only be eliminated with plastic surgery.
What causes those dark circles? A bluish color under the eyes indicates that the blood vessels are visibly larger and closer to the surface of the skin. Causes of this include alcohol, lack of sleep, hormones, aging and sun damage (Use Sunscreen). The skin underneath our eyes becomes even more delicate as we get older, and the veins under the eyes grow more prominent.
A cold compress can reduce the size of the blood vessels, reducing the appearance of dark circles. If the problem is genetics, a dermatologist may be able to supply you with a cream that can help lighten the skin. You should use a sunscreen to protect from sun damage. Eye creams with vitamin K may reduce the appearance of dark circles. But your best bet to combat dark circles is to use a concealer or eye brightener.
Wrinkles and fine lines are more obvious when skin is dry, so keeping the area hydrated will minimize the appearance of fine lines. Many of the eye creams that work to combat wrinkles and fine lines contain vitamins A, C, and E, and antioxidants. Vitamin A, in the form of retinoids, softens lines and strengthens the skin by increasing the creation of collagen.
You should avoid applying eye creams on or near the eyelid. They can cause burning and irritation of the eye. Use gentle makeup removers and don't rub the eye area.
Whatever your eye needs and concerns may be, it is extremely important that you use some sort of moisturizer such as an eye cream or gel because this area needs hydration even more then the rest of your face and body.
Two of my favorite eye creams are:
Jan Marini Age Intervention Eye Cream
Guerlain Issima Success Eye Tech
I like these two because they are not heavy or greasy. They soak into the skin but the skin still feels soft for hours after application. Both of these creams plump the skin and minimize the appearance of fine lines.
For those who want one moisturizer for both the face and eyes, Crème de La Mer is a excellent general purpose face cream that can be used on the eye area if it doesn't irritate your eyes. La Mer - The Eye Concentrate was developed specifically for the eye area. The La Mer products are very, very expensive but many people feel that they are worth it.
A more budget conscious choice is Olay's Regenerist Eye Lifting Serum which gets very good reviews from many.
Other eye creams that get high marks are:
Prescriptives Vibrant-C Skin Brightening Eye Cream - which can help reduce puffiness
RoC Retinol Correxion Eye Cream - if you want a product with retinol
Origins Youthtopia
Clinique All About Eyes
