5 Mistakes That Age the Eyes!

The skin around the eyes is ten times thinner than the skin on the face. As we age and with lifestyle choices, we lose elasticity and skin becomes even thinner due to the breakdown of collagen. Plus, there is a lack of oil glands around the outer corners of the eyes, making lines and wrinkles there deeper. We also lack fat and muscle tissue around the eye area. One could compare the skin on the face to a piece of paper and the skin around the eye area to a tissue. It is extremely sensitive and delicate. The eyes will show the first signs of aging in forms of dark circles, puffy eyes, hollowness, premature lines/​wrinkles, dryness, sensitivity and a just plain tired look. The eyes literally are the most vulnerable and show the signs of stress, lack of sleep, poor diet and lifestyle. When it comes to restoring a youthful look, our eyes are our greatest opportunity! Call us to find out which eye product is best for your main concerns...

A Problem with Products

Start investing in professional products, specifically designed for the eye area. Due to the delicate skin around the eye, you should use no more than a grain of rice amount of eye cream/gel. If too much is used, it can cause puffiness and swelling.

Poor Sleep

We all know the importance of getting a good night’s sleep, which is an important part of good eye health!

Incorrect Application

It is also important to understand how to apply eye products. Start on top of the zygomatic bone (right below the brow) with gentle tapping movements using your ring fingers. Then, gently work around the eye area underneath the brow to the nose.

The Wrong Removal

Use a pH-balanced cleanser and clinically tested products just for the eye area. Try our Spa Matrix Double Up! Eye Makeup Remover (4.5oz, $19). Light-as-water liquid eye makeup remover. Infused with botanical extracts of Cucumber, Goji fruit, Acai, Green Tea and Chamomile. Activates when shaken to gently whisk away even waterproof eye makeup, while conditioning and refreshing the skin. Ideal for sensitive skin and contact lens wearers.

Blue Light Devices

Many of us are working on computer screens and/or looking at our smartphones, which emit blue light. This light increases the aging process and causes dryness and sensitivity around the eye area. One hour prior to bedtime, try to avoid watching TV and looking at your phone.

How to prevent bumps under my eyes (e.g. milia)?

The best ways to avoid getting these bumps include keeping skin clean by cleansing and exfoliating as well as moisturizing with products that contains ingredients such as vitamin A and E, which are helpful for cell turnover. If you do happen to get them, hydrate your skin and loosen pores by trying some of the following: warm baths, a humidifier, Rose Water spray, exfoliating cleanser, and eye gel.

What causes my dark circles?

A major concern regarding the eye area is dark circles which are caused by genetics, lack of sleep, poor sleeping habits, allergies (e.g. hay fever), anemia from iron deficiency, frequent rubbing of the eye area, smoking, dehydration, too much caffeine and aging.