Wrinkles bother any woman. But not everyone knows what to do to eliminate them. The first to appear are wrinkles around the eyes, the thinnest network of skin folds, since it is in this area that the thinnest layer of the epidermis is located. There are no sweat or sebaceous glands, and collagen fibers are sparsely located. In addition, the skin in this area of the face is in constant motion. Therefore, the first wrinkles on the eyelids appear at the age of 30.
When do wrinkles appear under the eyes?
The skin in the periorbital zone is almost 6 times thinner than, for example, on the cheeks or forehead. The reason lies in the physiological characteristics of the epidermis: in this area it is devoid of sebaceous and sweat glands. Collagen and elastin (responsible for the elasticity of the epithelium) are absent, which causes dry eyelids in any skin type. Subcutaneous fat has a loose structure.
Due to this, expression wrinkles (crow's feet, small, horizontal, vertical, transverse) can form even at a young age. Therefore, experts recommend using moisturizers for the eye contour starting from the age of 20, which will delay visible changes in the epidermis.
Wrinkles under the eyes are divided according to the depth of the creases in the epidermis:
- Expression wrinkles
occur due to facial muscles moving, which pull on the epidermis, leaving folds on it. With age, the facial muscles and skin remember the position of the folds, and this is how the first static wrinkles appear. - Deep wrinkles
are most often caused by age-related changes, during which the production of natural collagen decreases. The content of hyaluronic acid also decreases, as a result of which the skin loses its elasticity and is no longer able to smooth out on its own even with intensive hydration of the epidermis
The aging process depends on the structural features of the face and facial expressions.
As a rule, wrinkles under the eyes begin to appear after 30 years. One of the main reasons is a decrease in muscle tone, they sink down and pull the skin along with them, and this is how creases and wrinkles appear. Muscle weakness can be genetic, age-related, and also depends on facial expressions. Alexander Prokofiev: Dermatovenereologist La Roche-Posay
The first small expression wrinkles
The first noticeable wrinkles in the corners of the eyes appear by the age of 25. A person blinks up to 20 times per minute, using the muscles in the eye area. In the case of shallow facial rays, there will be no need for thorough corrective care; it will be enough to include an intensely moisturizing eyelid cream with a draining and softening effect in your beauty routine. Regular care is the best prevention of skin aging.
Age deep wrinkles
With age, the inner dermal layer thins, in which collagen and elastin proteins are synthesized. The skin framework, consisting of elastin and collagen fibers, the skin of the eyelids becomes thinner, its firmness and elasticity are gradually lost. The hydrolipid mantle of the already dry epidermis is damaged, the skin becomes even more dehydrated and vulnerable to negative environmental factors. The skin framework weakens, the tissues in the eye area gradually lose clarity, ptosis, dark circles and bags under the eyes begin.
For anti-aging eyelid skin care, choose corrective formulas based on hyaluronic acid and hydroacids, retinol and vitamins A, B, C, E and other antioxidants, as well as peptide complexes for accelerated cell renewal.
Masks, ointments and infusions
- Heparin ointment. This product contains active substances that can stop the formation of blood clots and improve the entire metabolism, which results in the smoothing of wrinkles. In this case, the bags can also be eliminated, because the skin gains firmness and elasticity. The use of this ointment has only recently been studied, so a number of factors must be taken into account before direct application:
- maximum single dose – ½ pea;
- it should be used no more than twice a day;
- you cannot use it constantly: only in courses (4-6 weeks of use, 3 weeks break);
- If a girl has sensitive skin, it is better to refrain from using the ointment.
- A mask that contains two types of oils - olive and peach - as well as heparin ointment. To enhance the effect, the recipe can be modified: mix half a pea of ointment and one teaspoon of each oil; Apply the mixture by patting the area of facial wrinkles and leave for 20 minutes; Afterwards, everything is washed off with warm water and a layer of ointment is applied.
- A fluid mask that helps remove oily shine and even out the skin structure. It contains vitamin E, nut oils, honey and almond oil. Preparation:
- take 20 ml of almond oil, ½ teaspoon of honey and mix with an ampoule of vitamin E;
- Do not allow the mixture to get into your eyes when applying. Also, do not rub the mixture, but, lightly patting, distribute it over the wrinkle area;
- The mask should nourish the skin throughout the night. In the morning, wash it off and rub in the day cream.
- Infusions. The most popular ones include parsley, calendula and chamomile. The infusion itself is frozen, and the resulting ice cubes are rubbed over the problem areas around the eyes. The procedure can be repeated several times a day.
- If you also need to get rid of bruises with swelling, we recommend preparing the following remedy:
- Take parsley, chop it so that you get a tablespoon of a homogeneous mass;
- Pour in a teaspoon of olive oil;
- Gently apply the mixture to problem areas, leave for a quarter of an hour and rinse with cool water.
- If the skin is thin and dry, a cream made from pork fat and camphor oil will serve as a solution to the problem. Melt unsalted pork fat in a water bath and mix with butter. This remedy has been famous for its effectiveness since the times of our ancestors.
- A sesame mask, which was once one of the most common remedies in the fight against skin aging. So, you need to take a few tablespoons of sesame seeds, pre-chopped, and mix with a tablespoon of sour cream. Then, using a cotton swab, spread the mask and crumple it after 20 minutes.
It is important to take into account that there should not be large pieces of sesame.
Why do wrinkles appear around the eyes: the main reasons
Age is not the main factor in the appearance of wrinkles; there are a number of other reasons that affect the appearance of the periorbital zone:
- Active facial expression:
every minute a person blinks, using facial muscles, the load on which increases when we express our emotions: joy, fear, anger, etc. - Poor vision:
people who are visually impaired or who work at a computer for a long time often squint and squint, which also causes muscle tension and provokes the appearance of wrinkles. - Lack of sleep
keeps your eyes hypertonic, try to periodically give them a rest by closing and relaxing your eyelids for 2-5 minutes. - Swelling:
The tissue in the eyelid area is prone to fluid accumulation and swelling, which stretches the delicate skin. - UV radiation:
the sun is the main enemy of the skin. The eyelid area is more susceptible to photoaging and becomes wrinkled prematurely, which is why it is so important to use products with SPF filters and wear sunglasses during periods of active sun. - Bad habits,
for example, smoking provokes oxygen starvation of epidermal cells, and excessive alcohol consumption dehydrates them.
Nicotine and tar destroy collagen fibers, and the skin loses its elasticity.
Also avoid sudden changes in body weight. Alexander Prokofiev: Dermatovenereologist La Roche-Posay
How to remove wrinkles under the eyes: effective methods
The first visible age-related changes in the area under the eyes may appear from the age of 25 - the age when the synthesis of natural collagen, elastin and hyaluronic acid decreases. Recommendations from specialists in the field of cosmetology will help you effectively get rid of wrinkles under the eyes.
Home care against wrinkles in the eyelid area
- Use corrective products for the eye area twice a day: morning and evening.
- Take a small drop (about the size of a buckwheat grain) of the product and distribute it between the pads of your ring fingers, applying it to the skin with gentle movements. Avoid pulling, sudden movements. Do not apply cream to the moving eyelid.
- Distribute anti-aging products from the outer corner to the inner, along the line of least stretch of the epidermis, filling wrinkles with light pressure from your fingertips.
- Apply night cream at least 40-60 minutes before bedtime, especially night formulas with a high concentration of moisturizing ingredients. Such components accumulate moisture well and can cause swelling.
- Do not apply products close to the mucous membrane, as this may cause an allergic reaction or irritation.
Cosmetology: basic procedures for combating wrinkles under the eyes
Cosmetologists also offer a wide range of aesthetic treatments.
6 ways to remove wrinkles under the eyes in cosmetology:
- Taping (kinesio taping)
is an increasingly popular method of removing wrinkles under the eyes by applying adhesive multi-colored elastic tapes to the skin - tapes that tighten tissue and relieve puffiness. - Mesotherapy
is a technique of injecting under the skin an individually selected cocktail based on hyaluronic acid, amino acids, and nutrients. - RF lifting
– exposure of the dermal layers of the skin to high-frequency radio waves and stimulation of the production of one’s own elastin and collagen. - Biorevitalization
is a technique of introducing injections of hyaluronic acid + an active cocktail under the skin (or delivery through current, ultrasound, laser, magnetic waves, etc.), which fills wrinkles, pushing them out from the inside. - Lipofilling
is filling the eyelid area with your own fat cells. This method is suitable for those with thin and transparent skin under the eyes. - Botox
is injected directly into the area of formed wrinkles and blocks facial activity for a period of 3 to 6 months; the method is common for correcting “crow’s feet” in the corners of the eyes.
Clinical Wrinkle Removal Methods
There are also clinical methods for getting rid of obvious signs of age in the eyelid area. Such methods of rejuvenation require subsequent rehabilitation and provide a lasting, noticeable result of tightening the eyelid skin.
How to smooth out wrinkles under the eyes in the clinic:
- Laser resurfacing
- exposure to a certain depth of the epidermis with beams of light stimulates the processes of natural collagen production. - Deep laser resurfacing
literally removes the top layer of the epidermis and promotes its natural renewal. - Blepharoplasty of the lower eyelids
is a radical method of eyelid lifting - removal of excess overhanging eyelid skin and surgical correction of bags under the eyes. - Gold threads (bionithreads, mesothreads)
are another method of surgical correction of facial contours, which involves the subcutaneous introduction of medical threads that can tighten sagging tissues and rejuvenate the image. Reinforcement with threads does not entail long-term recovery (swelling subsides on the 3rd day after the procedure).
How to get rid of wrinkles under the eyes with proper daily care?
Let's look at what mandatory steps a beauty routine for skin care in the eyelid area should include:
- Cleansing
Choose makeup remover products marked “for the area around the eyes.” The range of active cosmetics includes the following types of cleansing products: micellar water, two-phase liquids, lotions and tonics, milk or gels. - Moisturizing and nutrition
Since the eyelid area is prone to dehydration, it needs abundant hydration and adequate nutrition. Choose skincare products that contain hydrating substances, such as hyaluronic acid, glycerin, natural oils, as well as a high concentration of vitamins, minerals and lipids. - Sun protection
Don't be in the sun without SPF protection. In the assortment of pharmacy cosmetics, you can choose a suitable hypoallergenic sunscreen product, tested by dermatologists, which will protect the dermis from premature aging and moisturize it well. One such product is Anthelios Shaka La Roche-Posay fluid, SPF 50+/PPD 46.
Cosmetics for wrinkles around the eyes La Roche-Posay
- Hydraphase Intense Yeux
intensively saturates the epidermal cells with moisture, has an anti-edematous effect and is suitable for sensitive eyelid skin of any age. The product contains low molecular weight hyaluronic acid, caffeine, thermal water, and does not contain parabens or perfumes. - Active C Yeux cream
with vitamin C (5%), bitter orange extract, thermal water is suitable for eyelid skin care up to 35 years of age. Bitter orange extract in combination with La Roche-Posay thermal water relieves puffiness and moisturizes the dermis, smoothes out the first wrinkles, prevents premature aging, reduces puffiness, moisturizes, evens out skin tone. - Redermic C Yeux
is intended for anti-aging care 40+ for the eye contour, refreshes and softens the skin, does not leave an oily sheen, smoothes out crow's feet well, and thanks to vitamin C prevents premature aging. The duet of retinol and caffeine actively corrects the signs of photoaging and fatigue. For the care of eyelids at the age of 50+ years, intensive concentrated anti-aging care for the eye contour Redermic R is suitable. - To care for hypersensitive skin around the eyes, choose Toleriane Ultra Contour Yeux
, which instantly moisturizes, soothes, relieves burning, reduces redness and discomfort. - For eye contour care against wrinkles at 35 years old, choose Hyalu B5
, which increases skin elasticity. The product effectively fights dehydration lines and wrinkles caused by dry epidermis.
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Features of care after 50 years
At this age, it is not possible to completely remove wrinkles, but facial skin requires daily care to reduce them.
- Cleanse your skin daily. To do this, you can use a decoction of chamomile, dill or parsley. Such tinctures not only cleanse the skin, but also tone it.
- In summer, moisturize your face with cucumber or aloe vera, and in winter, use lemon juice.
- To maintain skin elasticity, use masks based on starch or gelatin. They are most often mixed with honey or egg yolk with the addition of vegetable oils.
- Cleanse your skin of dead cells once a week. Use a coffee scrub for this. For sensitive skin, you can use gamma. To prepare it you will need semolina, oatmeal and orange zest in a ratio of 2:1:1.
How to fight wrinkles under the eyes with massage?
The next effective way to get rid of wrinkles under the eyes is lifting massage. You can do this massage with your own hands at home; before the procedure, be sure to cleanse your face and apply a nourishing cream or oil according to your skin type.
The massage is performed with the pads of the ring fingers, with light patting or sliding movements, first clockwise along the lower eyelid (from the outer corner of the eyes to the inner) and along the superciliary arch along the upper eyelid (from the inner corner to the outer), 15-20 times.
You can first hold a warm towel over your eyes for an additional relaxing effect and better penetration of the active ingredients of cosmetics. Self-massage will not only get rid of premature signs of aging, but also swelling of the eyelids, which will also prevent the worsening of wrinkles and reduce their severity.
Massage
Self-massage is an effective way to get rid of wrinkles around the eyes and prolong youthful skin.
It should be performed on cleansed skin with a small amount of cream. Japanese massage technique is effective. All movements should be light and smooth; the skin should not be displaced or pinched to avoid injury and deformation.
The technique of performing Japanese massage is presented in the video
Japanese facial massage
Smoothing wrinkles under the eyes with exercises
Another effective option for smoothing out wrinkles is eye gymnastics.
How to reduce the appearance of wrinkles with gymnastics:
- Take a relaxed, comfortable position, warm your palms against each other and place them on your eyes.
- Close your eyes and slowly move your gaze left and right, up and down. Repeat 5-7 times.
- Using the pad of your index finger, draw a figure eight along the contour of your eyes, centered on the bridge of your nose. Repeat 5-7 times.
- Place the pads of your index fingers at the outer corners of your eyes and then slowly move them without pressure along the lower eyelid to the bridge of your nose. Repeat 5-7 times.
- Close your eyelids tightly, do not squint. Tighten your eye muscles for 5 seconds, then relax. Repeat 7-10 times.
Gymnastics
Eye exercises are necessary to strengthen the eye muscles, enhance the ability to quickly focus and improve vision.
All exercises are performed sitting with a straight back. Movements are carried out only with the eyes.
You will learn more about eye gymnastics from the video tutorial:
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Lifehacks for youthful skin around the eyes and prevention of wrinkles
How to prevent the appearance of wrinkles - TOP 10 expert advice:
- Give your eyes a break from prolonged reading, working at a computer, or using a mobile phone - do 5-minute relaxing exercises or an eyelid massage.
- Do not use regular face cream to care for the skin around the eyes; such products can cause an allergic reaction of the mucous membrane and swelling.
- Make masks once a week to intensely moisturize and deeply nourish the skin.
- Select daily care taking into account the age and condition of the epidermis. Cosmetics for caring for the reorbital area must be approved by ophthalmologists.
- Less is better: apply a minimum of cream and retreat 5 mm from the mucous membrane to avoid morning swelling of the tissues.
- Maintain a drinking regime, spend time in the fresh air more often, and eat a balanced diet.
- Try to alternate your favorite care products: every 4 months, use a product with a new formula to avoid the skin getting used to the active ingredients.
- Wash your face with cool water - this will prevent dryness and increased sensitivity of the skin, tones the tissues and improves microcirculation.
- Watch your facial expressions: try to control your emotions: frown, wrinkle your forehead and squint less.
- Full sleep: sleep at least 8 hours a day, it is during sleep that skin cells begin to actively restore and renew themselves, intensively absorb active substances from your night care.
Foods that need to be included in the diet
It's easier to start fixing a problem if you know how to prevent it. To prevent wrinkles from bothering you for a long time, your diet should be supplemented with the following elements:
- Fatty seafood, which is considered the main source of collagen;
- Sea kale, in addition to the above element, also contains iodine;
- Turkey, which contains carnosine, which promotes longer preservation of collagen in the body;
- Vegetables, which are an inexhaustible source of vitamins;
- The skin will remain shiny and smooth if you regularly eat citrus fruits, in particular, a little orange and grapefruit;
- Blueberry.
