BEAUTY AND FASHION
Ever Try a 2-in-1 Eye
Cream? Here's What You Should Know
Article by Dr. Nkem Ugonabo
(BPT) - Did you know that the area of skin around the eyes is one of the most sought-after focuses of cosmetic enhancement surgery today? That's because the delicate skin around your eyes is 10x thinner than the skin on your face, and therefore the most likely to show early signs of aging. But fortunately, there are non-invasive alternatives to eye enhancement procedures, including proactive steps you can take now to help protect and improve the look of your skin, both above and below the eye. Here are some important do's and don'ts to keep in mind when it comes to caring for the skin around your eyes:
DO improve your nightly routine to help protect your eyes. Beyond just getting a good night's sleep every night, consider habits like using an anti-allergy pillow cover, which can help reduce eye puffiness if you are prone to allergies.
DON'T forget the sunglasses - even on
cold winter days. The same UV rays that damage any exposed skin can cause even more signs of aging to appear around your eyes over time, and wearing sunglasses can help you protect that skin.
DO use a gentle touch around your eyes. Because this skin is so delicate, you'll want to avoid rubbing, tugging or pulling this skin. Apply skin care products with a very light touch by dabbing on with your fourth finger or pinky.
DON'T use the same skin care products as on the rest of your face. It may seem natural to just apply the same products to your eye area that you use elsewhere, but this thinner skin will benefit most from products that are specially formulated for both underneath the eyes as well as above the eyes. RoC Skincare's NEW Derm Correxion Dual Eye Cream is a great solution with two separate formulas in one convenient jar:
* A lower eye cream to visibly reduce wrinkles, puffiness and dark circles
* An upper eye gel to lift, tighten and "freeze" the brow area and eyelids