Take Care Tuesday- Eye Care
Take Care Tuesday With Vai
"As we age, one of the most common complaints estheticians hear about is trying to improve the skin around the eyes. Whether you have puffiness, dark circles, or fine lines, a consistent eye care routine will have you looking your best!
The skin around your eyes is the thinnest skin on your body and therefore requires different and more delicate care. It doesn’t have as much collagen and oil glands as the rest of the body, making the eye area extremely prone to dryness and fine lines. It is important to use products meant specifically for the eye area because the active ingredients are formulated to be more gentle- the retinol cream you use for your face is too strong to be used in the eye area. But don’t be afraid to use active ingredients in your eye care routine- read on to see what ingredients you should be looking for.
The eye area is very prone to dryness so if you are looking to rehydrate and plump up any fine lines around the eye, look for antioxidants and humectants such as glycan. Bare Minerals Long Life Herb Eye Treatment is a great option to moisturize, treat dark circles, and fight signs of aging, making it an excellent all-around treatment for anyone who wants to take care of their eye area but doesn’t have any specific concern. For those who are mostly concerned about wrinkles and crows feet, Bare Minerals Phyto-Retinol Eye Cream features hyaluronic acid, peptides, and a plant-based retinol to revitalize texture without irritation. For those who are looking to brighten any dark circles under the eye, look for product with Vitamin C or licorice extract, such as Aveda’s Botanical Kinetics Energizing Eye Cream, which features licorice root and caffeine to help your eye area look wide awake. Aveda also offers a Brightening Sleeping Eye Masque, which is a thicker cream meant for nighttime use that depuffs with caffeine, brightens with turmeric and licorice, and repairs the eye area with Vitamin C!
Here are some other helpful hints when it comes to eye care:
Wear sunscreen around the eyes, (eye-safe brands), and wear UV-blocking sunglasses when you’re outside.
Adapt healthy habits, such as getting enough sleep, stop smoking, and limit the use of alcohol, as these can contribute to puffiness, dark circles, and swollen eyes.
Be gentle with the skin around your eyes. Make sure not to tug on the skin when removing make up, or applying eye care products.
Take some time for a self massage each night! Massaging in circles under and around the eyes can help to increase circulation, which can drain excess fluid and reduce puffiness. Finish off the massage using a cool jade roller under the eyes and across the eyelids to firm up the skin.
Remember that prevention is always easier than correction and it’s never too late to start caring for the skin around your eyes. I hope this advice inspires you to take action to look and feel your best! As always, if you have any questions, you can find me in the spa!” -Xoxo Vai
Do you have any more questions regarding your skin? Set up a complementary consultation with Vai today!