Facial aesthetics have become very important in today's world, with the result that aesthetic and rejuvenation medicine is booming and more and more advanced aesthetic treatments are being developed. When it comes to facial appearance, wrinkles are a significant problem, especially those that age, so more and more people are interested in removing wrinkles under the eyes.
The unpleasant wrinkles that appear under the eyes and give them a tired look are caused by the loss of collagen and elastin that occurs naturally with aging. But other factors exacerbate skin damage, such as sun exposure, makeup, lack of moisture, improper diet, and smoking.
Despite these factors, aesthetic medicine is countering the effects of time on the face with innovative methods to remove wrinkles under the eyes, including non-invasive techniques and surgery. That's what we're going to talk about today.
Causes of wrinkles under the eyes
As already mentioned, wrinkles do not only arise from aging; they signify that the skin has lost its elasticity and therefore cannot adapt to changes and becomes flabby. Similarly, the water and collagen content of the skin decreases, causing it to lose elasticity and wrinkles to appear. However, the aging process is accelerated by poor skincare and bad habits.
So prolonged exposure to sunlight dehydrates skin cells, drying them out and causing wrinkles. Add to this the fact that we are not using sunscreen, and the damage is much more significant. Another aggravating factor is repetitive facial expressions, which lead to the appearance of expression lines. It is essential to follow a facial care regimen that moisturizes in such cases.
A lack of nutrition and smoking are also factors that can cause wrinkles under the eyes and on the face, so a balanced diet and avoiding bad habits can prevent wrinkles.
How to remove wrinkles under the eyes
Here are some essential tips:
- Drink enough water
- Eat a balanced, natural diet
- Do not drink too much alcohol
- Use sunscreen
- Don't use too much makeup, and use products beneficial to your skin.
Better yet, use an eye cream.
The eye cream is a particular product for the skin of this area that prevents the appearance of dark circles, bags and wrinkles by restoring blood circulation. Apply in the morning and evening, using light strokes with your ring finger on the dark circles and eyebrow area until it is absorbed.
There is no ideal age for eye contouring. Instead, there are specific needs. In your 20s, the perfect eye cream should moisturize and soothe the skin, especially for women who wear makeup. It should contain vitamin E. At 25 or 30, in addition to the properties described above, anti-ageing properties should be added, so hyaluronic acid or retinol could be included in the formula. For more mature skin, an antioxidant effect should be added in addition to the above to promote collagen production and achieve younger-looking skin.
Foods that help reduce under-eye wrinkles
Egg whites
Egg whites nourish, smooth, and firm the skin. It is known to have an essential effect in firming the skin and will be very useful if you want to eliminate unsightly wrinkles. It also has a soothing effect and can be used to treat enlarged pores.
Avocado
Avocados have always been and will always be a beneficial food because of their high vitamin E content. It stimulates the formation of collagen. Therefore, it helps the skin to fight ageing, as well as skin inflammation and acne.
An avocado mask moisturizes the skin around the eyes and saturates it with fatty acids, beneficial for this area. Over time, you'll notice that the B and E vitamins will give you beautiful, glowing skin.
Cucumber
Cucumbers can be a perfect choice for removing wrinkles under the eyes as they contain up to 96% water, vitamin C and vitamin E.
It's ideal to apply a little cucumber juice, but you can also use slices to the wrinkled area. The properties of cucumber reduce wrinkles, eliminate dark circles under the eyes and refresh tired or puffy eyes.
It is essential to sleep well. If we deprive ourselves of sleep, the consequences are almost immediate and very noticeable: bags appear under our eyes, the skin becomes dry and wrinkled.
What are the available eye wrinkle treatments?
There are many options, ranging from Botox to lasers, that are less natural but still effective. Speak with your healthcare provider if considering any of these procedures.
Botulinum toxin
Better known as Botox, this is one of the most sought-after treatments worldwide because of its muscle relaxing effects and quick results. The procedure consists of micro-injections of the toxin into the treated areas and works by transmitting a nerve impulse that causes the muscles to contract.
Laser
As the name suggests, a beam of light stimulates collagen production and rejuvenates the skin. It treats fine lines and wrinkles, but does not eliminate thick expression lines or improve skin sagging. It is normal if the skin's surface is slightly red after the procedure, but this will pass and give way to healthier and smoother skin.
Facial peeling
This consists of applying a substance that removes dead cells, renewing the layers of skin. It is a procedure that smoothes, removes blemishes and wrinkles and improves skin texture.
Blepharoplasty
An operation to remove excess skin and fat from the upper and lower eyelids, giving the eyes a brighter and more youthful appearance. It is trendy because it provides excellent results that last about ten years.
Collagen implants
This procedure promotes collagen production and helps smooth and tighten the skin under the eyes, eliminating wrinkles.
Facial Mesotherapy
Injections of hyaluronic acid and vitamins are used to increase skin volume and elasticity, reduce wrinkles and prevent the effects of aging.
In Conclusion
So, what is good for wrinkles under the eyes? The answer may surprise you. While some people swear by cucumbers and cold compresses, the best way to reduce wrinkles under your eyes is to use an eye cream with good active ingredients to hydrate and increase collagen production in the skin. This will help reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles over time (or prevent them if you're still young!). If you want to start seeing results quickly, look for a product that also includes peptides – these tiny proteins help stimulate cell growth and regeneration.