No person is immune from the appearance of wrinkles under the eyes. Age-related changes, environmental factors, junk food - all this leads to premature aging of the skin. Many girls and women are thinking about how to remove the hated creases and make the skin smooth. Experienced cosmetologists advise taking an integrated approach, observing preventive measures and regularly making nourishing masks to rejuvenate the skin around the eyes. Let's consider the main aspects in order, we will give effective ways to combat wrinkles.
First appearance of wrinkles under the eyes
- The first signs of large wrinkles appear by the age of 28-30, but it all depends on the individual structure of the dermis and other external factors. However, experienced cosmetologists have concluded that the production of collagen and elastin fibers slows down precisely by this age.
- The top layer of the skin is depleted, becomes thinner, since the natural regeneration of cells does not occur at the proper level. The epidermis loses its ability to retain fluid, which is necessary for tone and elasticity. The skin becomes dehydrated, creases appear on them.
- It is no secret that the skin around the eyes is the thinnest and most sensitive, which requires a delicate approach. Among other things, there are few sebaceous glands in this area, which are responsible for timely hydration and elasticity. As a result, even young girls in their 20s experience their first facial wrinkles.
- When the first facial wrinkles are firmly fixed, they form the so-called "crow's feet" at the corners of the eyes. The characteristic mesh remains on the face due to constant muscle contraction (smile, squint, etc. ). The skin loses its elasticity, creases and cracks remain, losing the ability to smooth out.
Causes of the appearance of wrinkles under the eyes
- If we talk about statistical wrinkles, they are formed due to internal changes. These include diseases of the heart, thyroid gland, impaired liver and kidney function, and slow metabolism. It is quite difficult to identify the cause, as a result of which the fight against wrinkles with the help of folk remedies can last for years.
- It is known that estrogen is present in the body of every person, both male and female. The only difference is the amount, women have less estrogen. When it stops being produced at all, sharp jumps in the hormonal background begin. The skin fades, and wrinkles become age-related (due to aging of the epidermis).
- Exposure to environmental factors is considered the most common cause of wrinkles under the eyes. Absolutely everything is used - the sun, rain, frost, wind. Cosmetic defects appear on the face, which over time form deep creases.
- For natural regeneration, skin cells must be enriched with oxygen. Otherwise, the lack of fresh air leads to a slowdown in natural functions, the skin becomes flabby, gray. Collagen stops being produced in large quantities, the upper layer of the dermis becomes weak. The same can be said about active physical exercise, sport increases tissue elasticity.
- When a person does not observe food hygiene, does not consume fresh vegetables and fruits, drinks little water, poisons accumulate in the subcutaneous tissue. Toxins and toxins clog blood vessels, preventing blood from fully circulating. The cells do not receive enough oxygen and are depleted. Cosmetic defects appear on the entire surface of the face and body, which become deeper over time.
- Another main factor that provokes the appearance of premature wrinkles is the wrong lifestyle. These include frequent exposure to stress, abuse of tobacco and alcohol, lack of work and rest or a violation of the daily routine, chronic lack of sleep and general overwork. Everything in the compartment provokes a "bouquet" of wrinkles, which become deeper with each passing day.
- Many girls believe that at a young age it is not necessary to use high-quality decorative and caring cosmetics. However, this misconception is extremely erroneous. It is cheap products that set the beginning of dehydration of the skin, clog the pores, wrinkles appear first between the eyebrows, then in the corners of the eyes and on the bridge of the nose. Subsequently, it becomes more and more difficult to get rid of creases, it becomes necessary to completely abandon cosmetics.
- Initially, dynamic wrinkles appear around the eyes, they are also called "mimic". At risk are people with increased emotionality, who, by the nature of their service, are forced to express thoughts with facial expressions. Frequent contraction of facial muscles creates creases on the skin, as a rule, public people, translators, teachers belong to this category.
- If we talk about external factors, the appearance of wrinkles under the eyes is typical for people who spend a lot of time in front of a PC without eye protection. The same applies to girls and women who go to the solarium and sunbathe. It is imperative to protect your eyes with glasses with a UV filter or anti-reflective coating to prevent squinting.
- Another important aspect affecting the health of the skin of the face is the correct choice of pillow. If the head is raised too high during rest, the epidermis will lack nutrients. The same applies to the low level, the face swells quickly. Choose a pillow that is about 8-10 cm when compressed.
Cosmetic ice for wrinkles under the eyes
One of the most common ways to combat wrinkles is the use of cosmetic ice. It is prepared on the basis of a decoction of medicinal plants, berries, fruits. Let's take a look at the most popular recipes in order.
- Lemon.Wash the lemon, cut off the "butts", chop the citrus into small slices and send to the blender. Grind the lemon into porridge, dilute with water in a 2: 1 ratio. Pack into molds, freeze. Use no more than 1 time per day, preferably in the morning.
- Aloe vera.Pick 3 fleshy plant stems, wash and dry them. Grind with a meat grinder or blender until creamy. Dilute with drinking water and freeze. Apply in the morning and evening, carefully treating the skin under the eyes.
- Cucumber.Perhaps the most common and effective remedy. Turn 2 cucumbers into porridge, pack in tins. Wipe the area under the eyes 2-3 times a day.
- Cornflower and grapefruit juice.Squeeze out the juice from one grapefruit, prepare the cornflower infusion (pour over 20 grams of the plant with 100 ml of boiling water). Combine the two compositions with each other, cool and send to freeze. Wipe your skin no more than once every 2 days.
- Oak bark and sage.Buy dry plants at the pharmacy, brew 25 g in hot water. sage and 20 gr. oak bark, let it brew for about half an hour. Pass through a filter, pour into ice bags / trays, freeze. Treat the problem area for 2 minutes once a day.
- Strawberry.Frozen strawberries can be used as cosmetic ice. It is enough to wipe the skin under the eyes twice a day for 3 minutes, wrinkles begin to smooth out after 15 days after the first application.
- Sea salt and tea.Prepare a strong loose leaf tea (black or green), mix 100 ml. composition with 20 gr. chopped sea salt and stir until the crystals dissolve. Pour into molds, apply in the morning every other day.
- Melissa.Brew 50 gr. fresh lemon balm in 150 ml. hot water, let it brew, strain. Pack in bags or trays for ice, send to freeze. Treat the problem area daily in the morning and evening.
Massage for wrinkles under the eyes
Massage is effective only if it is carried out in combination with cosmetic ice and other folk remedies. If possible, perform simple manipulations every day, the duration of the course is 1. 5-2 months.
- Lie on the floor or on a firm bed and relax your facial muscles. Lubricate two fingers with oil or moisturizer and slide them over the under eye area. Move from the bridge of the nose to the temples, then vice versa. Then use a circular motion to treat the wrinkles to increase blood flow to the tissues. Perform the manipulation for 5 minutes, then change direction, moving from the bridge of the nose to the earlobes and back. The total duration of the massage is 15-20 minutes.
- Lubricate your fingertips with a moisturizing day cream, spread over the wrinkled area. Begin to "drive in" the cream intensively, but do not hit the skin hard. The main thing is that your movements are fast. When the product is completely absorbed, stroke the wrinkles lengthwise to smooth out the creases. Such a move will moisturize the skin and make the blood circulate with a vengeance. The massage should be carried out 2 times a day for 15 minutes.
- The starting position is lying on the bed. Remove the pillow, relax your facial muscles. Place your fingers on the wrinkles, fix them so that the skin does not wrinkle. Close your eyes tightly, wait 15 seconds, relax. Repeat the steps 30 times. After that, wipe the skin with ice cubes, apply a dermis cream around the eyes. The frequency of the massage is three times a day.
Masks against wrinkles under the eyes
- Bread.Take a crumb of white bread, soak it in hot water and let it sit for 15 minutes. After that, squeeze out the liquid, melt a small cube of butter in the microwave and mix with the bread. Apply to the area under the eyes, soak for half an hour. Remove excess with wipes, wash with cold water and rub the dermis with ice.
- Milk and yeast.Heat 45 ml. milk or olive oil in a convenient way, add 15 gr. dry yeast and wait for it to swell. Spread the mass in a thick layer over the problem area, place cling film on top. Wait about 40 minutes, rinse, lubricate skin with anti-wrinkle serum.
- Oat groats.Dissolve medium-ground oatmeal with hot milk, wait until it swells and squeeze out excess liquid. Add a few drops of geranium ether, stir, make a mask. Soak it for at least half an hour, then wash and wipe the skin with ice.
- Banana.Chop in a blender or mash half a banana with a fork. Melt the butter in a water bath, mix the ingredients in equal proportions. Apply the composition to the area under the eyes with a thick layer, cover with gauze. Soak the mask for at least 30 minutes, remove the excess with a napkin, wash with ice water.
- Cream and potatoes.Grate or mince one washed potato tuber along with the peel. Pour in cream with a fat content of at least 20% to get a thick mass. Apply the mixture to the area with wrinkles, fix with gauze or cling film, leave for a third of an hour.
- Sour cream.Take two ripe apricots, remove the seeds, mash the fruits with a fork or pass through a blender. Dissolve porridge with fat sour cream, add 5 g. gelatin, leave at room temperature for 20 minutes. After the specified period, distribute the mixture over the area under the eyes, rinse off after half an hour.
- Natural oils.Regular use of one or more natural oils will help get rid of wrinkles. These include burdock, castor, sea buckthorn, corn, linseed, almond, vegetable and olive. Rub the mixture into the skin, leave it on for 2 hours. After that, remove what has not been absorbed with dry wipes.
- Aloe vera.Use the pulp of aloe vera to rub the skin around your eyes on a daily basis. Try to choose the fleshy stem, if you wish, you can turn it into porridge, and then apply it to problem areas in the form of a mask. The duration of the treatment of the aloe epidermis is 15 minutes.
- Vitamins A, E.The pharmacy sells ampoules with vitamins of different groups, you will need to purchase one piece of vitamin A and E. Connect them together, apply to the skin regularly, massage the problem area. After 3 hours, remove unabsorbed excess with a cosmetic sponge, do not rinse.
Preventive actions
- Make it a habit to protect your eyes from harmful effects. If you work a lot at the computer, purchase special glasses at an optician or pharmacy. A similar situation is with visits to the solarium and frequent exposure to the sun. Always wear sunglasses, they won't let you squint.
- Make sure that a sufficient amount of fluid consumed per day gets into the body. In the summer, drink about 2. 7 liters. clean water, in winter - not less than 2. 2 liters. At the same time, the body does not perceive tea, juice, fruit drink and other drinks for water. Skip coffee or drink it with milk, exclude alcohol and carbonated cocktails.
- As mentioned earlier, exercise accelerates the flow of blood into the lymph, as a result of which the cells are saturated with oxygen. Join a gym or jog for a half hour every day. Take a trial lesson in dance, Pilates, yoga and more. Walk in the fresh air more often.
- For a modern person, stress is a common thing. Lack of money, problems in the family and at work lead to a nervous breakdown. Take care of your psycho-emotional background, look for ways to deal with negativity. Take an herbal bath, read books, and listen to soothing music. Reach Zen, don't get depressed.
- Eliminate junk food from your diet. It includes salted, smoked, pickled, fatty, spicy, fried foods. Give up homemade canned food, sweet compotes, fast food. The above list is not useful at all, food of this kind clogs blood vessels and slows down blood circulation.
You can get rid of wrinkles under the eyes on your own, without resorting to the introduction of "Botex" or the use of mesothreads. Observe an integrated approach, massage the problem area daily, wipe the dermis with cosmetic ice, do not be lazy to prepare masks. Normalize your diet, deal with stress, give up bad habits.