Caring For Sensitive Under-Eye Skin
Why does under-eye skin require special care?
Skin under the eyes is much thinner than skin on the rest of the face and more sensitive to harsh chemicals, UV rays, and the environment. It also thins faster than other skin. Because thin skin loses its elasticity more quickly, the skin under the eyes is one of the first places to show signs of ageing. As a result, under-eye contour requires particular care and attention.
Reduce eye puffiness and swelling
REDUCE EYE PUFFINESS AND SWELLING
Apply a cool compress. You want something that is cool to the touch but not overly cold. Lie down on your back and cover your eyes with cool wet tea bags or cucumber slices, which contain antioxidants that reduce irritation.
Calm tired, puffy eyes with a Chamomile tea remedy. Boil chamomile flowers with purified tap water. Strain and put the tea in the refrigerator until cold. Soak cotton wool pads in the cooled tea and place over the eye area for 15 minutes while lying down to soothe the eyes.
Apply a cool spoon. To quickly reduce swelling, gently massage the under eye area with a spoon cooled in the freezer.
Golden rules to take care of the skin under your eyes
1 - Use products made specifically for eye skin
2 - Use cotton balls when removing eye make-up to avoid excess tugging and pulling.
3 - Wear large sunglasses that protect both your eyes and the skin around them
4 - Drink eight to ten 8 oz. glasses of water per day
5 - Drink fresh juice made from a combination of celery, lemon, spinach and cucumber. Reduce your salt intake.
6 - Get plenty of rest and elevate your head while sleeping !
1
Choose products made specifically for eye skin and always avoid using harsh products around the eyes.
2
Apply an eye contour cream daily that is tailored to your needs to protect and rejuvenate the skin.
3
Use cotton balls when removing eye make-up to avoid excess tugging and pulling.
4
Wear large sunglasses that protect both your eyes and the skin around them from UVA and UVB rays when in the sun.
5
Drink eight to ten 8 oz. glasses of water per day to maintain the skin's elasticity.
6
Drink fresh juice made from a combination of celery, lemon, spinach and cucumber to flush your body with vitamins, minerals and enzymes and reduce puffy eyes.
7
Reduce your salt intake. Salt can lead to water retention and exacerbate under eye puffiness.
8
Get plenty of rest. Not sleeping enough can cause skin to became gaunt.
9
Elevate your head while sleeping. Sleep in your back and try adding an extra pillow to drain fluid from under your eyes.
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