Wrinkles around the eyes. Getting rid of crow's feet

The day we first discovered how little crow's feet surrounded our eyes like rays of sunshine was a shock to say the least. We know that aging is inevitable, but how could this happen to us? It was at this point that we set ourselves the task of finding the best anti-wrinkle eye cream. The only problem? We found that it's not that easy because the choices are almost endless.

Some of them specifically contain caffeine to reduce swelling from too many glasses of wine the night before. Others rely on vitamin C to restore skin brightness and minimize dark circles. But still, what is the best choice for effective rejuvenation without Botox?

Let's take a step back and talk about why this area is so prone to wrinkles: The skin is so much thinner and more delicate than anywhere else. So years of smiling, laughing and, yes, squinting at computer screens causes the skin to stretch and then inevitably sag.

The good news is that your wrinkles reveal your cheerful disposition and the fact that you've laughed a lot in your life, so you shouldn't be ashamed of them. And another good news is that they can be corrected without needles or injections. It all comes down to using the right eye cream and choosing the ingredients that best address your concerns. Look for ingredients like peptides, antioxidants, retinol, hyaluronic acid and SPF (yes, your eyes need that too), which not only help reverse the signs of aging, but also prevent further damage.

Are you ready to say goodbye to crow's feet forever? Here are eight products that eliminate fine lines and wrinkles without any discomfort—for every budget.

SkinCeuticals AGE Eye Complex for Dark Circles

100$

Although the name of the product suggests that this eye cream is only for dark circles, this is actually not the case. Thanks to a cocktail of peptides, its silky smooth texture is designed to nourish the delicate skin under the eyes, plumping it and reducing the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. But why the dark circles in the title? This cream also contains light-diffusing pigments that brighten the skin and immediately restore tired, dull-looking bags under the eyes.

Hardware cosmetology

Hardware cosmetology helps to carry out general facial rejuvenation, but obtaining a good effect is possible with long-term use of various procedures. The full course of rejuvenation can take about six months.

Methods of hardware cosmetology:

• Microcurrent therapy - exposure to the skin of the periorbital zone using microcurrents allows you to stimulate metabolic processes in the skin, makes the skin smoother, and tightens it. The course of such cosmetic therapy consists of 8-10 sessions, it is carried out once every six months. The effectiveness of microcurrent therapy (MTT) is lower than that of thermolifting.
• Lifting (thermolifting, radiofrequency lifting) is a safe and non-traumatic procedure and is an effective method of skin rejuvenation. Using high-frequency radio waves, the skin of the problem area is affected. Under the influence of the waves, the collagen spirals twist, the fibers decrease in length - the skin is tightened, wrinkles are smoothed out. This effect stimulates the production of elastin and collagen, blood circulation in the problem area improves, swelling subsides, and bags above and under the eyelids disappear. The effectiveness of the method is visible after the first procedure; as the remaining sessions are completed, the effectiveness increases. In most cases, a standard course is carried out, which ranges from 4 to 6 procedures, with breaks of a week to ten days between procedures. There are certain contraindications for RF lifting, but unlike other techniques, it is suitable for most patients.
• ELOS-rejuvenation – photorejuvenation of the skin. The procedure is a process of converting light into thermal energy. Thermal energy warms tissue and destroys certain types of cells, causing neocollagenesis and increased elastin formation. After the procedure, the tone of the skin increases, the regeneration process intensifies, and wrinkles become less noticeable. There are certain contraindications for the use of this procedure: it is not performed on tanned and dark skin in the summer, and the procedure is not allowed after chemical peeling. The standard course of the procedure is from 5 to 7 sessions, with a break of several weeks between sessions. The effect lasts for a year after the rejuvenation course.
• To rejuvenate the skin, hardware is used to administer meso-cocktails, which consist of skin-nutrient substances: hyaluronic acid, minerals and vitamins, and amino acids. With the help of the procedure, swelling and dark circles under the eyes are removed, expression wrinkles are smoothed out, and deep folds are less pronounced. Initial skin treatment consists of 10-15 procedures, subsequently the procedure is carried out once a month.

Sisley Paris Supremÿa at Night Supreme Anti-Aging Eye Serum

300$

Yes, the price of this cream is scary, but don't let it scare you. First of all, this cream has quite a large volume and if you only use a tiny dab at a time, it will last for more than a few months. Second, it's made with the most powerful ingredients (like acai, plum seed oil, and soy peptide extract) to reverse the signs of aging without overloading delicate skin. It also contains Sisley's patented Phyto-Complex LC12 (which stands for 12-Hour Longevity Concentrate), four botanical active ingredients that improve skin quality at the cellular level for dramatic results. If that's not enough to sway you, Meghan Markle is a fan of the brand. Have you seen her skin? Exactly.

Preventing wrinkles around the eyes

Prevention of wrinkles around the eyes should begin when the skin is still young and elastic. Proper care of the skin of the face and periorbital area will allow you to have elastic and beautiful skin even at an older age and will make old age recede:

• If you have a job that requires constant eye strain, you should take time for proper rest. Proper eye rest will help keep the skin of the periorbital area healthy.
• From a young age, you should use age-appropriate skin care products around the eyes.
• When washing your face or removing makeup, never rub the skin, stretch it, or rub it incorrectly—against the grain. Makeup is removed carefully, with light movements from the outer corner of the eye to the inner.
• Sleeping on your back will help you avoid swelling on your face and puffy eyes. For good skin condition, you should sleep in a ventilated area.
• You can stimulate processes in the skin and give it a beautiful and fresh look by massaging with ice cubes, applying masks and compresses to problem areas of the face.

RoC Retinol Correxion Anti-Aging Eye Cream

15$

This budget-friendly product is a beauty favorite of many dermatologists. It has enough retinol to treat fine lines, wrinkles, sagging skin, and even puffiness without the astronomical price tag. In addition, it is hypoallergenic and non-comedogenic, so it does not destroy the skin barrier or cause irritation. Dermatologists tested this product and saw a noticeable disappearance of crow's feet after 12 weeks.

Estee Lauder's Advanced Night Repair Eye Supercharged Complex

50$

Unavoidable aspects of everyday life (lack of sleep, UV rays and pollution) can accelerate the formation of crow's feet and wrinkles. But this super concentrated repair eye cream helps reverse that damage. Not only does it nip fine lines and wrinkles in the bud, but it also hydrates the delicate skin under the eyes for a full 24 hours, and even provides eight hours of antioxidant protection against pollution and free radicals. Estée Lauder has developed its own ingredient called ChronoluxCB to help speed up the skin's natural repair process for fast results.

Rapid Wrinkle Repair Eye Cream by Neutrogena

20$

Another budget product that copes with its task one hundred percent and even exceeds the plan. As the product's name suggests, it works fast, so you'll see results in just one week thanks to the powerful effects of retinol and skin-loving ingredient hyaluronic acid.

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How to deal with crow's feet at home?

If you decide not to buy professional products to care for the area around the eyes, then you can use folk remedies. But in this case, you should try only proven recipes.

Even natural ingredients can harm your health and beauty. This is why it is so important to conduct allergy tests before applying any mixture to such sensitive skin.

Products that are definitely not harmful:

1. Potatoes - raw and boiled (don't forget to cool);
2. Cucumber - you can grate it and make a compress or apply circles directly to your eyes while you make a face mask;
3. Peach - grated pulp can be added to homemade masks or used in its pure form;
4. Bananas are healthy in their entirety, but especially the peel. Removes signs of fatigue in a few minutes;
5. Tea - do not immediately throw away the tea bags, but apply them to your eyelids;
6. Eggs - added raw to masks;
7. A variety of herbal infusions - use as a tonic or copres.

SkinCeuticals Physical Eye UV Defense SPF 50

30$

Remember when we mentioned how essential SPF is for your eyes? This formula is the best of the best. Made with moisture-locking ceramides to plump skin and combat fine lines and wrinkles, plus plenty of sunscreen to protect skin from photoaging and crow's feet, it's a great base product for those days when you need a little extra protection.

Types of peelings

To rejuvenate facial skin, one of the popular techniques is peeling. Rejuvenation of the skin around the eyes is performed using the following types of peeling:

• Laser nanoperforation.
• Laser peeling.
• Chemical peeling.

During peeling, the skin receives a thermal or chemical burn. The layer of burned skin peels off, and young skin takes the place of the burned skin. The peeling process is painful and unpleasant; after the procedure, pain is felt for some time. The procedure is not carried out in spring and summer.

Types of peelings and methods of implementation:

• Resurfacing (laser peeling) – using a laser device tuned quite precisely to the depth of penetration into the skin, the periorbital area is resurfaced. Setting the laser depth depends on the depth of the skin folds. The procedure can be carried out in two ways:

- In a cold way. The tissues are not heated.

- Hot method. The skin heats up, not only the surface layer of the skin is involved in the process, deeper layers are subject to heating. This effect stimulates metabolic processes and stimulates collagen production.

• Chemical peeling is the action of acids on the skin. By adjusting the concentration of substances, you can change the degree of exposure to the skin. The degree of impact can be superficial, medium or deep. Young patients undergo only superficial peeling, when the first wrinkles around the eyes need to be removed. At older ages, after 50 years, deep peeling is used, which copes with a large number of deep wrinkles.
• Laser perforation is a procedure based on the principles of processes similar to peeling. Using a laser set to a certain depth, micro holes are made, burning through the skin. A zone of increased tissue regeneration appears, and the rejuvenation process begins. The procedure is not performed for older people, people with excess fatty tissue, or people with deep wrinkles. The procedure is low-traumatic.

La Mer The Lifting Eye Serum

260$

While most products take a few weeks to show results, this serum is so effective that you'll see the lifting effect right away (no, really, try it on one eye and see the difference before moving on to the next). What makes it so effective? It is a combination of marine botanicals that promote the natural production of collagen and elastin (the two things most responsible for keeping our skin firm and elastic), and an applicator that helps speed up the effects.

Nutrition and vitamins for youthful skin

Health, and therefore beauty, depends on our nutrition. No amount of cosmetics will help hide imperfections on your face if you eat just anything.

Strict restrictions affect the supply of vitamins necessary for the body. Therefore, if you suddenly decide that it’s time to go on a strict diet, it’s better not to do it. Proper nutrition should become a part of life, and not periods of “enlightenment”.

So what vitamins and microelements do humans need and what foods contain them?