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Banish Dark Circles and Wrinkles with Natural Eye Creams
Specially formulated to support the delicate under eye skin
The delicate skin around the eye area is often an early telltale sign of tiredness and age, with dark circles and wrinkles a common source of frustration as we age. While there is no magical solution to rid these signs of ageing, the right natural eye creams have been shown reduce their appearance and over time work to brighten and lessen the look of tired eyes.
Eye creams are generally lighter in consistency than your everyday moisturiser and contain concentrated ingredients to help reduce puffiness and dark circles. With so many eye cream products on the market, it can be difficult to know which type of under-eye cream is suitable for your needs. Knowing the ingredients in the product, as well as how to apply your eye cream correctly, can help you achieve the best results when it comes to addressing your concerns.
It’s worth noting that eye creams aren’t miracle workers on their own; be diligent with your application, that’s morning and night, and stick with it. Results take time but it is well worth the effort!. Selecting clinically proven formulations take some of the guess work of choosing the right product and opt for natural formulations that are non-comedogenic, to avoid irritation. Here is an overview of how to banish dark circles and wrinkles with natural eye creams.
How to choose the best natural eye cream.
Natural eye creams are specially formulated with ingredients that support the delicate and thinning under eye area. They are specifically designed to improve the appearance of the skin without the rich texture of your daily face moisturiser, which can create unwanted puffiness.
The first step in choosing an under eye cream is to understand your skin type and its needs. The texture matters, so as a general rule for dry skin an oil serum or balm is ideal, mid-weight textures work best for normal, and lightweight serums are most suited to oily skin.
Secondly, consider the active ingredients of the eye cream. Ingredients such as hyaluronic acid, vitamins, caffeine, and natural retinol are game changers when it comes to reducing puffiness and dark circles. Antioxidant rich vitamins and collagen boosting phytonutrients help to promote firmness.
What eye creams actually work for under eye bags?
Puffy eyes can make you look older and tired. When its comes to addressing puffiness under the eyes we recommend a dual approach. Look for an eye cream with a lightweight texture – that helps to “cool and depuff” the under eye area, that also combines hydrating and firming benefits to strengthen the skin.
When applying eye cream incorporate a gentle massage technique. Use your ring finger (as it applies the least pressure) to tap or massage the cream into the under-eye area. The gentle massage can help stimulate circulation and reduce fluid buildup.
The Dr. Alkaitis Organic Eye Cream is a powerful non-greasy eye cream that works fortify and strengthen the under-eye area helping to blur dark circles. This formula is designed to be used morning and night and sits well under makeup. Enriched with the unique oil of the Sacha Inchi seed, one of the highest plant sources of Omega-3 essential fatty acids known in nature to deeply nourish and nurture the delicate area around the eyes. The raw extract of the Ilex Paraguariensis leaf is brimming with polyphenols, known to be excellent free radical scavengers and highly effective at smoothing the skin and increasing the moisture level while reducing both dark circles, puffiness and fine lines.
DR ALKAITIS Organic Eye Cream
Tips to De-Puff and Boost the Benefits of your Eye Cream
For extra hydration, apply a hydrating sheet mask once a week or incorporate a lightweight natural serum underneath your daily eye cream. Be consistent to see the results, that’s morning and night everyday. Within eight to ten weeks your eyes will be feeling and looking revitalised.
If you have the extra time or a special event, don’t underestimate the benefits of a cold compress, a cool Gua Sha or even a cold spoon! The cooling action helps to constrict the blood vessels and reduces swelling. The Wheatbags Love Eye Pillows are dual purposed, use warm to soothe eyes or straight out of the freezer to de-puff and awaken tired eyes.
Gua sha is an ancient Chinese technique that involves using a smooth, handheld tool to scrape the skin gently. While it is commonly used on the face, Gua Sha is beneficial for the under-eye area by improving circulation promoting the release of excess fluids and toxins and supporting lymphatic drainage which aids in draining the fluid buildup that contributes to puffiness. The Natives Co. Gua Sha are made from natural quartz so you can select the crystal that resonates with you.
VENN Collagen Intensive Phyto-Retinol Renewal Mask
Collagen boosting sheet mask
VENN's groundbreaking supercharged collagen boosting sheet mask with 0.5% Bakuchiol is a power surge booster to help reduce multiple signs of ageing.
Best for: firming and lifting mature skin, brightening dull skin and reducing the appearance of uneven skin tone.
Volume : 23ml x 2 masks per pack
The best eye cream for dark circles.
Getting rid of dark circles and wrinkles around the eyes can be difficult. They occur for many reasons from being genetic, to the result of lifestyle factors, as well as ageing. The skin around the eyes is thinner compared to other parts of the face and the body. As we age this delicate skin is vulnerable to a loss of collagen as well as decreasing underlying fat, which leads to hollowing and more pronounced dark circles. It’s not all doom and gloom, as a rule of thumb, hydrate and boost with natural retinols to help strengthen the fragile skin. Boost the water levels in the skin, hydrated skin is smoother and plumper in appearance, helping to brighten the area and mask the dark vessels.
When choosing the best eye cream for dark circles, look for products that contain Vitamin C, retinol, and hyaluronic acid. These ingredients help to improve the skin’s texture, brighten dark circles, and reduce puffiness. Vitamin C helps to protect the skin from sun damage, while retinol stimulates collagen production and hyaluronic acid helps to plump out wrinkles.
When it comes to luxury skincare, AMALA have been touted as the natural skincare brand that brings results rivalling that of La Mer. If you are looking for a truly high performance eye cream, the AMALA Youth Renewing Powerhouse Eye Cream combines all the best natural heavy hitting ingredients into one formulation. The natural form of retinol – Moth Bean Extract, provides anti-ageing benefits without the irritation, helping to re-densify the delicate skin while vitamin C rich Amla helps to brighten. The addition of Hyaluronic acid dramatically boosts moisture levels which improves the look of dark circles as well as plumping fine lines.
AMALA Rejuvenate Youth-Renewing Powerhouse Eye Cream
The best eye cream to prevent wrinkles under and around the eyes.
When it comes to finding the best eye cream to prevent wrinkles under and around the eyes, look to products with anti-ageing ingredients such as peptides, antioxidant rich vitamins and minerals that help to protect the skin from further damage. Peptides are amino acids that play a crucial role in collagen production and skin elasticity. They help stimulate collagen synthesis and improve skin firmness while antioxidants found in vitamins improve the moisture level of the skin as well as helping to defend from pollution, UV rays and blue light.
Natural eye creams are typically formulated with a base of botanical oils such as jojoba seed oil and butters that are high in omega rich fatty acids, that help to improve the skin elasticity and plump the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. The Jojoba Co. Transformative Eye Serum brings a unique blend of peptides, jojoba leaf extract and snowflake to address stubborn fine lines as well as lack of tone and firmness. Peptides work to reduce the look of under eye puffiness while helping to brighten the eye area. Jojoba leaf extract restores moisture and firms the area while snowflake is nature’s Botox, helping to smooth the fine lines. We love the applicator system that helps to stimulate circulation and depuff.
The JOJOBA COMPANY Transformative Eye Serum
Does eye cream go under or over my face moisturiser?
When to apply eye cream in your skincare routine can vary depending on personal preference. However, we recommend applying eye cream after cleansing, toning and serum before applying your natural face moisturiser.
Start your skincare routine by cleansing your face to remove dirt, makeup, and impurities. Apply a toner to help balance your skin’s pH levels and prepare it for better absorption of subsequent products. Gently pat the toner onto your face, avoiding the eye area. NOW apply your eye cream. Take a small amount of eye cream, usually a small pea-sized. Dab or gently massage the eye cream using your ring finger onto the under-eye area and the orbital bone around the eye. Be careful not to tug or pull on the delicate skin. Allow your eye cream to absorb and then apply your facial moisturiser avoiding the eye area. For the daytime sunscreen is the final step in your skin care routine. Apply a mineral based sunscreen to shield your entire face, including the under-eye area.
Can under eye creams be applied under makeup?
Yes. Under eye creams can be applied under makeup. In fact, many makeup artists recommend using an eye cream prior to applying any makeup. Choose the right eye cream for your skin type, generally we say to avoid an eye oil unless you have vert dry skin as it can cause the makeup to slip off.
When applying an eye cream under makeup, it is best to use a light, non-greasy formula. A light eye cream will be absorbed quickly and easily, and won’t interfere with the makeup. Avoid using too much eye cream, because it can cause the makeup to look cakey. For best results, apply the eye cream at least 15 minutes before applying makeup. This will give the eye cream time to absorb into the skin. For an added benefit, an eye primer layered over your eye cream will boost the benefits of your eye cream and help to brighten dark under eyes. The RAGEISM Mineral Eye Primer works over eye cream and provides a nourishing “blank canvas” that neutralises redness and helps to lessen the look of dark circles. This is one product you didn’t know you needed until you used it!
A holistic approach to keeping the skin around the eye healthy is key to keeping a youthful look. Hydration and diet, along with quality sleep compliment the benefits of a good quality all natural eye cream.
RAGEISM Mineral Eye Primer
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