This means that it shows signs of aging faster than, say, your forehead or your cheeks.
When skin gets thinner, it loses elasticity and has less support, making it more prone to wrinkles.
Its just like fabric, right?
If youve got a thick leather pair of pants, theyre not going to wrinkle that easily.
But a little linen dress?
Thats going to wrinkle and youve got to be real careful.
board-certified dermatologist atAudubon Dermatologyin New Orleans
How to take care of your eye skin
1.
Yes, even if its not super sunny.
Sometimes, sunscreen can irritate your eyes when you apply it directly.
To avoid this, Dr. Hooper recommends looking for gentle formulas.
Generally, mineral sunscreens are better tolerated than chemical sunscreens.
Its also packed with moisturizing ceramides, soothing niacinamide, hydrating glycerin, and prebiotic thermal spring water.
Bright-Eyed 100% Mineral Eye Cream SPF 40 PA+++ $36.00
This 100 percent zinc oxide Supergoop!
sunscreen is made specifically for your eyes.
Use gentle movements whencleansingthe eye area and gently smooth or pat when applying any products, she explains.
board-certified dermatologist atAudubon Dermatologyin New Orleans
You never want to tug at the skin.
If theyre always itchy, she says to talk to your doctor about trying an antihistamine.
Then, the upper eyelid starts going on everybody in the mid-40s.
You donthaveto purchase an eye cream.
Its best to specifically use products that are formulated specifically for the eye area, says Darden.
I would say the proof is in the pudding.
Ive been using it for 15 years and I really think my eyelids have aged well.
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