Our body has extremely delicate areas, but the eye contour is certainly one of those to which more attention must be paid, given that the skin is three times thinner than the cheeks and that, precisely because of its reduced hydrolipidic film, it can experience dehydration and loss of elasticity more often.
Even the wrinkles of the periocular area are, after all, the most evident characteristic of ageing, regardless of age, and these are accompanied by dark circles which, however, are not necessarily a symptom of skin ageing. Taking care of the eye area can therefore help prevent or delay the appearance of these signs that are a source of discomfort for many women.
The characteristics of the eye contour
As mentioned, the eye contour area is, together with that of the lip contour, one of the most delicate on our face, not only because the skin is thinner, but also because there is less collagen and adipose tissue, and less blood circulation.
We are also talking about one of the areas most prone to the formation of expression lines, being the main responsible for facial expressions. For this reason, it is extremely important to take proper care of the eye contour with specific products, which can keep the skin hydrated and soft, not only on the surface but even more deeply. Only in this way can the look be fresh, healthy and rested.
How to take care of the eye area?
Having said this, it is important to understand that there are some small tricks to follow to properly take care of your eye area. Having a toned eye contour not only depends on the products you use but also on the type of life you lead.
1. Limit smoking and alcohol
Smoking promotes cellular ageing and makes the complexion dull and yellowish, while alcohol decreases the elasticity of the skin. Therefore, quitting smoking and limiting alcohol can help in the care of this delicate area.
2. Get 7-8 hours of sleep a night
Sleep facilitates cell regeneration and gives clear and radiant skin upon awakening. Sleeping the right amount of hours avoids the formation of bags under the eyes.
3. Pay attention to the diet
It is important to take a lot of water, fresh fruits and vegetables, and foods that improve the elasticity of the skin.
4. Avoid direct exposure to sunlight
It is now known that UV rays cause premature ageing of the skin around the eyes, so it is important to avoid direct exposure, even using sunglasses.
The beauty routine for the eye contour
What are the most important steps to take care of such a delicate area daily? Let’s see them together.
Massage the eyes in the morning: a slight pressure on the area around the eyes is enough to reactivate the microcirculation, reduce swelling and give brightness to the skin.
Moisturises the skin during the day: the ideal routine for the eye contour involves a moisturising action, combined with a filling action to restore normal skin tone.
Do not forget to remove make-up in the evening: however, fatigue can take over, removing make-up is very important to maintain the brightness of the face.
Protect the skin even in the evening and at night: the night is undoubtedly the best time to provide the skin with a skin repair action, and for this reason, the best ally is a hyaluronic acid night cream which, by penetrating the epidermis, may limit the loss of hydration.
