Dark Circles, Fine Lines, Puffiness Around Your Eyes?

Life is busy for everyone in different ways. Whether your days are filled with studying, parenting, climbing the career ladder or simply living your best life, days can get long and it can catch up to you. One of the sure signs of exhaustion and stress is when you wake up to find those dreaded dark circles, puffiness and fine lines around your eyes.

Why does this happen? Some people are more predisposed to these changes than others. Pinch the skin gently around the eyes and lift it off the surface; if the skin stays brown it’s likely a pigmentation issue, if it looks better, it’s likely caused by dilated veins. People with richer skin tones are predisposed to hyperpigmentation under the eyes as a genetic trait, explains Dr. Wendy Lee, an oculoplastic and reconstructive surgeon. Environmental factors, like poor sleep and sun exposure, can also contribute to dark circles.

“The skin around the eyes is unique because it is amongst the thinnest of all the skin on the body,” said Lee. “That’s why it’s important to prioritize a routine that helps keep your delicate eye area refreshed and revitalized.”

To help everyone look their best, NYC board certified dermatologist Dr. Joshua Zeichner shares these tips for helping achieve bright, refreshed eyes: Eye cream Eye creams are formulated for the delicate skin around the eyes and should be used daily. How- ever, with so many on the market, it can be difficult to know which live up to the hype and won’t cause irritation.

With more than 20,000 5-star reviews and clinically proven results, you can feel confident using RETINOL CORREXION® Line Smoothing Eye Cream from Roc Skincare. This specially formulated eye cream treats the top three eye concerns at once by visibly reducing dark circles and depuffing eyes in 4 weeks and reducing the appearance of fine lines by 50% in 12 weeks.

Using a good eye cream at least once a day is essential, but to maximize benefits it’s important to apply it the correct way.

• After cleansing, squeeze a pea-size amount of eye cream onto your middle or ring finger.

• Distribute cream by gently tapping small dots under your eyes, starting with the inner corner.

• Work product outward and upward by tapping, being cautious to never tug skin or rub too hard.

• Wait for the product to absorb.

Chill out

By reducing stress and prioritizing 7-9 hours of sleep a night, you help your body rest and refresh. This has a big impact on how your eyes appear, not to mention how you feel overall. Plus, your skin makes new collagen when you sleep, so big bonus for looking your best — the more sleep, the more collagen! Health check

To help reduce or eliminate dark circles, fine lines and puffiness around eyes, take time to look at your health habits. Getting enough sleep is only the beginning to help you look your best. Do you wear sunscreen every day? Drink plenty of water? Avoid smoking and being around others who are smoking?

“Effectively treating puffiness and dark circles doesn’t have to be complicated,” said Zeichner. “A few simple steps and mindful changes can help you look your best so you can be your best.” (BPT) 