Under-eye wrinkles are a pesky part of getting older.
Discover a dermatologist’s wrinkle prevention tips, plus 9 products for under-eye skin.
In search of answers, I turned to the skin-care pros.
Best under-eye wrinkle treatments at a glance:
What causes under-eye wrinkles?
Sun exposure
Sun exposure can also contribute to under-eye wrinkles.
(For what its worth, Ive got all three.)
founder and medical director ofThe Wellpath
Additionally, itching or scratching the eye area can cause repeated wear and tear on the skin.
What are the common types of under-eye wrinkles?
According to onestudy, this often is a result of losing collagen as you age.
(And over time, dynamic wrinkles can transform into static wrinkles.)
Here are a few picks to get you started.
How to use:Apply onto the eye area morning and night, after cleansing and before moisturizing.
How to use:Apply a small amount at night before your moisturizer.
If applied in the morning, always follow with an SPF.
You may need to space out applications if you have sensitive skin, as retinol can be an adjustment.
founder and medical director ofThe Wellpath
The vegan, paraben-free formula also includes moisturizing and firming peptides and plant proteins.
How to use:Apply to the entire eye area after cleansing and before moisturizing.
It also includes 5 percentvitamin C, which helps revive dullness around the eyes.
As a bonus, its fragrance-free and paraben-free, making it a good pick for those sensitive to fragrances.
For daytime, always finish with SPF.
How to use:Apply to face after cleansing and moisturizing.
Re-apply every two hours.
The Erika sunglasses feature a plastic frame and round lenses with 100% UV protection.
The lenses are also mirrored, which providemore protection than tinted varieties(read: less squinting).
Made of 100 percent Mulberry silk, Parachutes silk pillowcase is gentle on the skin (and hair).
Its also Oeko-Tex Standard 100 certified and comes with free carbon-neutral shipping and returns.
Repeat for at least three minutes a day, three times a week.
Below, finda few tips to care for the skin around your eyes, as per dermatologists.
Additionally, nighttime retinol is important for the prevention of fine lines and wrinkles and for collagen build-up.
Always (I repeat: always!)
For the reasons mentioned above, training yourself to sleep on your back (ideally with asilk pillowcase!)
and taking a time-out from your laptop really do make a difference, says Dr. Heskett.
How can you treat under-eye wrinkles once theyve set in?
Invest in hyaluronic acid and antioxidants
Treating your fine lines starts with finding the right ingredients.
Dr. Greenfield is also a fan of retinol moisturizers for treating wrinkles.
For example, Dr. Greenfield recommends retinol, while Dr. Heskett proposes hyaluronic acid and antioxidants.
And using SPFwhich is known to help protect against premature signs of ageis key.
You also may want to steer clear of retinol until youve spoken with your dermatologist.
Frequently asked questions
Do under-eye wrinkle creams work?
We wish this question had a simple answer!
How can I tighten my under-eye wrinkles naturally?
Unfortunately, there arent any natural remedies that areprovento tackle under-eye wrinkles.
How do you build collagen under your eyes?
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