The dreaded under-eye wrinkles are beginning to show, and you don't know why they're worsening or what to do about them.
Well, good news! We’ve got everything you need to know about under-eye wrinkles and the treatments that can significantly reduce their appearance.
Types of Under-Eye Wrinkles and Causes
Below are the three common forms of under-eye wrinkles:
Wrinkle Folds
These tend to develop when facial features begin to sag. When sagging begins, a part of the face folds over another, which causes creases. That commonly happens between the mouth, nose, and under the eyes.
Static Wrinkles
Static wrinkles develop despite any movement taking place in the under-eye area. These wrinkles are visible even while your facial muscles are at rest. The development of static wrinkles gets attributed to aging, habits, and environmental factors.
Dynamic Wrinkles
These wrinkles are visible when your facial muscles are in use and are the exact opposite of the static kind. However, dynamic wrinkles can become static by repetitive facial expressions.
Places where dynamic wrinkles develop:
- Forehead
- Between the eyebrows
- Lines around the eyes (crow’s feet)
Causes of Under-Eye Wrinkles
The causes are wide-ranging with varying degrees of severity. When they occur simultaneously these factors have a significant effect on your appearance.
Aging
Aging is the number one cause of wrinkles. But why is this so? Collagen is a substance found within the skin that is important to its structure.
Collagen is responsible for giving your skin the firmness that you get accustomed to in your youth. As you age, the production of collagen reduces over time which allows wrinkles to develop.
Exposure to UV Radiation
Exposure to UV radiation refers to the effect that the sun has on the skin. When this happens, the sun causes the lower layers of skin to thicken. This thickening prevents collagen and elastin from properly renewing the skin. As a result, wrinkles may develop.
Facial Expressions
Yes, something as simple as making a facial expression can lead to under-eye wrinkles. When you happen to smile or frown, creases and lines will form. When this occurs repeatedly, a pattern of creasing is left behind on your face.
Habitual Rubbing
By rubbing your eyes frequently, you are, essentially, moving the muscles around in your face. This action causes your skin to stretch considerably. Allergies can cause you to rub your eyes excessively which can exacerbate the development of under-eye wrinkles.
Genetics
You may be predisposed to having under-eye wrinkles because of your family. However, studies show that external factors contribute to the health of your skin more than your genes.
Ways to Prevent Under-Eye Wrinkles
We all want to know how to get rid of under-eye wrinkles, but you should try to keep them at bay beforehand. Some tips include:
- Regular Use of Sunscreen
- Wear Sunglasses
- Change Your Sleeping Position
- Stay Away from Polluted Areas
- Keep Your Skin Moisturized and Hydrated
- Don't Use Too Many Cosmetic Products
- Avoid Stress
Facial Exercises
Some facial exercises can yield favorable results for skin tightening. The research is still out on this method, but it couldn't hurt to try, right?
These exercises are similar to exercises that you'd perform for your biceps, for example. When muscles get bigger they take up space below your skin. They hold fattier tissues in place, preventing that dreadful "droop" that comes with aging.
Get Your Vitamins
Vitamins are one of the best natural ways to combat wrinkles under your eyes. A good moisturizing routine alongside your vitamins can do wonders for your appearance.
Adjust Your Diet
These foods contain the aforementioned vitamins to help improve the appearance of your eyes. Try reducing lines from the inside out with the following:
- Tomato
- Avocadoes
- Guava
- Cucumber
- Blueberries
- Mulberries
- Goji Berries
How to Treat Under-Eye Wrinkles
Thankfully, simple remedies can help treat your stubborn under-eye wrinkles. Try these home treatments to soften your under-eye wrinkles:
Facial Treatments
You don’t have to leave your house to treat your skin to a wrinkle-fighting facial. There are powerhouse products available to give your skin the hydration and nourishment it needs to combat wrinkles, especially the thin skin under your eyes.
The Hydra Serum delivers regenerative properties directly into your skin through the unique Hydra Serum Applicator. With two different choices for treatment, the nutrient rich formula can either be applied onto the surface of the skin, or directly into the skin for skincare benefits that are usually only available through a professional facial.
Consistently treating your skin to monthly facial treatments like the Hydra Serum is an easy way to actively target your damaged and wrinkle-prone skin for repair.
Skincare Products
While a monthly treatment is a great way to give your skin a boost, daily skin care is an important foundation to treat your under-eye wrinkles. Using a high-quality skincare product daily sets your skin up for the best results.
We all know how important it is to wash our face daily, but you need to replenish and protect your freshly cleansed skin. Elume’s Daily Illuminating Face Serum is gentle enough for all skin types to use daily, while being packed with powerful ingredients to make a huge difference in your skin quality. The matrix proteins, natural hyaluronic acid, and growth factors that make up this serum are able to revitalize skin with each application, diminishing fine lines and reducing the appearance of wrinkles.
Derma Roller
You can have the benefits of microneedling at home with derma rolling. This easy treatment involves making tiny holes in your skin and applying serum afterward. Not only does it boost collagen production, but it leaves skin feeling smooth. By derma rolling under your eyes, the thin skin that is prone to wrinkles is able to better absorb restorative products that are applied after derma rolling.
The More You Know, The More You Glow
Getting older is inevitable, but it doesn't mean that your skin has to look the part. As we age, our skin loses its ability to repair itself. Thus, we start to notice wrinkles.
But you don’t have to be plagued with under-eye wrinkles. Facial serums with quality ingredients can go a long way toward helping reduce the appearance of wrinkles. Make your daily habits go further by adding in derma rolling and monthly at-home facials and say goodbye to eye wrinkles.