The skin under the eyes can struggle a little more than the rest of your face. That area beneath the eyes can show signs of dehydration and volume loss sooner than other areas because the skin there is much thinner, and therefore more delicate than anywhere else.
The under-eye area has fewer oil glands and collagen, making it even more difficult to keep as hydrated and plump as the skin on the rest of your face. So while you’re making skincare resolutions for the coming year and checking out the latest trends, we look at some tips to help care for under your eyes.
The area under the eyes have higher rates of hydration loss, which can result in irritation and dryness. As for those dark circles, the thin and fragile skin can make underlying blood vessels more noticeable, resulting in a blue-grey discolouration, or those dreaded dark circles, as well as more prominent fine lines and wrinkles.
Let’s have a look at some tips to develop a rigorous under-eye skincare routine.
Best Practices For Under-Eye Skin Care
The two fundamental elements of under-eye skincare are substantial hydration and protection against the sun. Keeping the skin around the eyes moisturised will help keep the skin looking soft, smoother and refreshed, and will also help strengthen the skin barrier, reducing the risk of external irritation.
When applying SPF daily, remember to apply it around the eyes too, as well as wearing sunglasses when outdoors. Exposure to the sun’s harmful UV rays can lead to brown spots and collagen breakdown, which leads to fine lines and wrinkles.
You may also want to examine your lifestyle too, as under-eye issues can also result from dehydration or a lack of sleep, so drink more water and get better sleep to look after your skin.
Ingredients To Use In Your Under-Eye Regimen
Discolouration
If you’ve noticed discolouration or hyperpigmentation, then look for products containing vitamin C to help brighten the skin and protect it against radical damage. Niacinamide, which is nothing and can help with the appearance of dark circles, is also helpful, as is vitamin K
Puffiness
If you’re prone to puffiness, then look for creams that contain caffeine, which can help tighten the area and help constrict blood vessels to reduce the prominence of their appearance. Antioxidants, such as vitamins C and E and green tea extract, are also key to protecting under-eye skin and maintaining elasticity.
Fine lines
If you’re wanting to firm the skin around the eye, look for peptides. These are building blocks of proteins, which help to smooth out the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, as well as reduce the appearance of under-eye hollowness.
Anti-ageing hero retinol can help do the trick as well since it stimulates cell turnover and boosts collagen production.
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