Creams for wrinkles around the eyes

The skin around the eyes is very thin and sensitive, with almost no muscles or sebaceous glands, so it is easily influenced by external factors. It is from this place that visible aging processes of the facial skin begin, it is this area that most often swells and is subject to the formation of dark circles. Active facial expressions contribute to the early appearance of the first wrinkles around the eyes, the so-called crow's feet.

Modern cosmetology works at full capacity, helping women and men to stay young and attractive as long as possible. To do this, you need to start and continue eye contour care in time.

Indications eye wrinkle creams

Indications for the use of creams for wrinkles around the eyes are aging and withering of the skin of the face, which manifests itself:

• loss of elasticity, firmness,
• increased dryness,
• thinning and sagging muscles,
• the formation of crow's feet and swelling,
• the appearance of dark circles around the eyes, pigmentation.

Anti-aging cosmetics are intended for prevention, slowing down, and elimination of age-related skin changes. The components of eye wrinkle creams are useful for:

• care for delicate, dry skin of the eyelids;
• hydration and nutrition;
• maintaining the firmness and elasticity of the area around the eyes;
• slowing down the appearance of wrinkles;
• smoothing out the skin texture and tone;
• UV protection.

The formula of creams should correspond not only to the passport age, but also to the real needs of the skin. This is an individual matter, but in cosmetology a specific age gradation is accepted. It is believed that up to 25 years old, moisturizing creams are enough for the skin; after 25 years, moisturizing and smoothing creams are useful; after 40 years, the skin needs lifting.

Release form

All world brands produce skin care products for the area around the eyes. The names of anti-wrinkle creams around the eyes often come from the name of the cosmetic company.

The lion's share of the world cosmetics market is occupied by French companies: Galenic, L'Oreal, Yves Rocher, Avène, Lierac, Mary Kay, Estee Lauder, Bioderma, Clarence, Vichy, Garnier, Roque, Clinique, Guerlain.

Creams are also produced in the USA – Avon, Amway; Japan – Shiseido; Belarus – Belita; Russia – “Black Pearl”, “Clean Line”.

The formula for eye wrinkle creams includes substances that can make the skin look younger and more beautiful: smooth out wrinkles, strengthen and tighten the skin, lighten and even out problem areas. These substances are:

• retinol – antioxidant;
• coenzyme Q10 – smoothes wrinkles, protects from the sun;
• tea extract has antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties;
• hydroxy acids remove dead epidermis and accelerate skin cell renewal;
• kinetin – slows down the appearance of wrinkles and pigmentation;
• copper peptides – enhance the action of antioxidants and collagen production;
• UV filters – for regular use in summer;
• lifting components;
• tonic substances;
• Tretinoin is a potent component, creams containing it are sold in pharmacies and are used only on the recommendation of a cosmetologist.

A good cream should contain one or more components from this list. Among the many cosmetic products, each woman should choose the product that suits her - by age, skin type, depth of the problem, cost.

Vichy

Vichy produces Idealia eye contour cream, designed to protect delicate skin, prevent wrinkles and smooth out existing ones, and get rid of dark circles around the eyes.

The cream with an exclusive formula contains Vichy thermal water, which has a calming and renewing effect. Regular use of the cream corrects dark circles, smoothes fine wrinkles, eliminates swelling, and relieves fatigue. Suitable for all skin types. The pleasant to the touch consistency is easily absorbed and leaves no traces. To apply to the skin along the eye contour, use an applicator, and press the cream into the skin with your fingertips.

Another Vichy product for the care of the periorbital area is a cream with hyaluronic acid on thermal water. Suitable for women with oily and normal skin, for morning use. The cream moisturizes well, eliminates swelling, refreshes the face. Tightens sensitive skin.

The product with an applicator for the eye and lip contour is of particular interest to women approaching menopause. The innovative anti-wrinkle eye cream according to the Vichy recipe smoothes and moisturizes folds, restores and makes the skin of the eyelids more elastic. Some consider this product ideal for the period when every woman needs increased care and attention.

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Aven

The French brand Avène produces products based on the eponymous source of thermal waters, which are recognized as a national treasure of France. A distinctive feature of Avène cosmetics is the offerings for all degrees of skin sensitivity: simply sensitive, hypersensitive and allergic (atopic). The effectiveness of these products is based on the healing properties of Avène thermal water.

This feature is also used in recipes for eye wrinkle creams. The collection of anti-aging products from Avène helps to actively combat skin aging and fading.

Soothing Eye Contour Cream is one of the best products containing hyaluronic acid because:

• perfectly moisturizes and nourishes,
• smoothes the surface,
• takes excellent care of the eyelids,
• gives softness, smoothness, elasticity.

Avène also takes care of such a delicate organ as lips, which are also susceptible to the influence of age and unfavorable factors. To support the skin and prevent wrinkles around the eyes and lips, a special cream Avène Isteal+ (against the first wrinkles) was created. Squalene, caprylic, tocopherol, phenoxyethanol plus biologically pure thermal water - this combination provides effective prevention of age-related changes and prolongation of youth.

Yves Rocher

Yves Rocher, the world leader in natural plant cosmetics, produces the most popular anti-aging range Riche Cream. According to the manufacturers themselves, at least one Riche Cream product is sold in the world every five seconds.

An important place in the Riche Cream range is occupied by creams for wrinkles around the eyes:

• beneficial (30 valuable oils and 1000 rose oil);
• anti-aging roller cream (with radiance effect);
• from wrinkles for the eye and lip contour (wrinkle filling);
• modeling (with lifting effect);
• roller reactivator of youth (with extracts of 7 plants);
• anti-Azh Global with native self-reproducing cells;
• for sensitive skin;
• refreshing (with Canadian maple and blue agave juice);
• Natural Radiance set (anti-aging eye contour roller plus day care).

Yves Rocher plant cosmetics are based on natural ingredients that in various combinations moisturize, refresh, nourish, eliminate signs of fatigue, defects, and give the face a natural look. The desired effect is achieved with daily twice-daily use.

L'Oreal

L'Oreal offers a whole collection of creams for wrinkles around the eyes. Visible results appear after 4 weeks of use.

• Anti-aging cream-care Revitafiller with a high concentration of hyaluronic acid - day, night, serum.

The cream fills wrinkles, strengthens the skin of the upper eyelid. The bottle is equipped with a dispenser and a double-sided applicator.

• Moisturizing expert

The cream intensively moisturizes and smoothes the skin, giving it radiance.

• Luxury nutrition rich care

Contains royal jelly, PRO-calcium complex, useful oils. Nourishes, smoothes, gives comfort. Recommended for use with day and night creams.

• Revitalift deep action laser

Reduces wrinkles, dark circles and puffiness, increases elasticity. When applying the cream, massage the contour with a cooling applicator. The series includes day and night creams, serum.

Garnier

The special feature of Garnier products is the use of revolutionary technologies and natural ingredients in the product formula. The company produces products for women, men, children, intended for daily care and for the effective solution of cosmetic problems.

Garnier produces the following creams for wrinkles around the eyes:

1. Ultra-lifting Beauty formula with plant regenerating cells: reduces wrinkles, prevents new ones, smoothes and nourishes.
2. Plant cells of youth. Live plant cells obtained in the latest way strengthen the structure and renew tissues. Formulas with plant cells have been developed for different age categories.

• “Youthful Radiance 25+” – moisturizes, gives a natural glow, smoothes out the first wrinkles.
• For care from 35 years - reduces the amount and evens out wrinkles, moisturizes the skin.
• For care from 45 years old – reduces the number of wrinkles, makes the skin elastic, strengthens the oval.

Eluage

The Eluage line is a pharmacy cosmetics brand Avène, created for women aged 40-45. It uses the unique properties of Avène thermal water - with neutral acidity and a complex of microelements that stimulate the regeneration of skin cells.

All Avène Eluage cosmetics contain exclusive ingredients for active renewal of the dermis and synthesis of its strengthening fibers, including hyaluronic acid and retinaldehyde. The arsenal of anti-aging cosmetics includes several creams for wrinkles around the eyes.

• Avene Eluage Eye Contour Cream

It is made on the basis of thermal water, contains hyaluronic acid, and also stimulates its synthesis in the skin. Apply at night to the eyelids and corners of the eyes.

• Anti-wrinkle eye cream Avene Eluage

Corrects the signs of aging caused by age or harmful UV exposure. Restores elasticity, smoothes wrinkles, reduces puffiness and evens out skin tone.

It is recommended to carefully select cosmetics of this brand, individually for each case.

Shiseido

1. Shiseido Benefiance Eye Wrinkle Cream contains aggressive ingredients designed for a quick effect, as well as alcohol and mineral oils. The cream is especially useful in winter. "Hides" wrinkles, serves as a good base for decorative cosmetics. For the desired result, constant application is required.

2. Super-corrective eye contour cream contains a bio-recognition complex to stimulate and retain hyaluronic acid in the skin. The formula is patented by Shiseido. From the first time, visible wrinkles and dark circles become less noticeable. The cream protects well against the loss of hyaluronic acid and adverse environmental factors.
3. Concentrated restorative cream for wrinkles around the eyes solves all age-related skin problems: renews, smoothes, moisturizes, saturates, eliminates circles and fine wrinkles, and also prevents them. A unique development of Shiseido cosmetologists contains a unique amino acid hydroxyproline, photoprotective components, natural plant substances.
4. Another product from Shiseido will interest men: this is a cream with toning, anti-aging, skin-smoothing components. The cream reduces bags and circles, tightens the skin around the eyes. It is recommended to use after shaving or cleansing the skin, twice a day.

Baby cream

With all the abundance and constant advertising of cosmetic products, sometimes women prefer to turn to old tried and tested remedies - such as classic baby cream. Homemade moisturizing creams and nourishing masks are made on the basis of baby cream, which contains natural ingredients, and in terms of composition and consistency is suitable for solving not only children's, but also some "adult" skin problems.

• According to experts, baby cream relieves the effects of chapping and frostbite, dermatitis and allergic reactions. Baby cream can be just as effective as a nourishing cream for the skin around the eyes. The delicate skin in this area, which requires softening, absorbs baby cream perfectly, which reduces the number and size of wrinkles.

However, you can't use baby cream for wrinkles around the eyes for long. Long-term use is fraught with swelling, dehydration, hypersensitivity.

And this is logical, because the skin of a child and an adult is significantly different. And, no matter how critically we treat advertising, it is probably not for nothing that dermatologists and cosmetologists of all countries are constantly developing all sorts of recipes so that each person can choose individual cosmetics for themselves. After all, unfortunately, there is no panacea for all occasions.

Creams for wrinkles around the eyes after 25 years

Cream for wrinkles around the eyes after 25 years is used for preventive purposes. In the summer, cosmetologists recommend gels for the eye contour - to improve microcirculation, eliminate swelling and circles, moisturize the skin and protect it from sunlight. This is quite enough for young skin.

Winter care is also simple: it consists of light moisturizing with special products intended for this time of year.

Experts warn against using anti-wrinkle eye creams for older people on young skin, as they contain collagen stimulants, which inhibit the body's own production of this substance in a young person.

In case of stress or other negative factors that have a negative effect on the skin, you can support it with a cream for the older age group; but then you should definitely return to your usual products. Here they are:

• Bioderma Sensibio Eye: for sensitive young skin.
• Avon Maximum Moisturizing: contains algae, cactus extracts, zinc. Lightly moisturizes, protects from negative external influences. Apply before leaving home.
• Pure Line "Parsley and Strawberry": inexpensive product, can be used even up to 25 years. The components vitaminize the skin, prevent wrinkles, relieve fatigue.
• Garnier "Youthful Radiance 25+": fights the first signs of aging. Plant cells of youth nourish and deeply moisturize the skin, caffeine maintains moisture, gives radiance and elasticity.
• Ahava: contains Dead Sea minerals, aloe and calendula extracts. Recommended for highly sensitive skin.

Creams for wrinkles around the eyes after 30 years

After 30 years, metabolic processes in the body slow down, the skin becomes thinner and prone to wrinkling. Creams for wrinkles around the eyes after 30 years contain substances that smooth out expression wrinkles, accelerate collagen production, prevent swelling and dark contours, and protect against ultraviolet radiation.

These qualities are met by anti-wrinkle eye creams from Algologie, in particular, "Optimal Eye Contour Cream" with peptides. It is recommended to alternate it with the rejuvenating eye contour cream of the same brand, which does not contain peptides.

Other creams for wrinkles around the eyes:

• Garnier Anti-aging care,
• Korres Rosehip Eye Cream,
• Evelyn Magic Orchid Bioenergetic Roller Gel,
• Caudalie Puple Vitaminee Eye And Lip Cream,
• Dr Hauschka for mature skin care.

Creams for wrinkles around the eyes after 40 years

To prolong youth, after 40 years, you need to use intensive products aimed at stimulating collagen synthesis, reducing swelling and dark contours, masking defects that are impossible to completely get rid of at this age. Active moisturizing, lifting, anti-aging components must be included in the recipe for creams for wrinkles around the eyes after 40 years.

For this purpose, cosmetologists suggest alternating creams, for example, a product with embryonic cells from Cellcosmet with “Intensive Balm” for the skin around the eyes from Algologie.

The balm contains micro-pearl, which hides wrinkles and gives the contour a natural glow. Helps maintain the result achieved with the cream with embryonic cells.

Other creams for wrinkles around the eyes:

• Age expert 45+ trio active

The formula combines three effects: reduces wrinkles, removes signs of fatigue, creates a lifting effect. Active substances improve microcirculation, stimulate skin renewal.

• Oriflame NovAge Ecollagen

New technology using stem plant leaves helps restore collagen, push out wrinkles from the inside. The skin is fresh, smoothed, soft but elastic.

Creams with peptides and embryonic cells are most effective at the age of 40 - 50 years. During this period, the use of almost all anti-aging products is allowed, but you should be prepared for the fact that the effect will be somewhat less than several years ago.

Only constant care and a good cream will help hide visual defects. Additionally, you should use lotions, masks made from natural substances, and in the summer - protection from sun rays.

As you age, the active ingredients in your anti-wrinkle eye creams should increase.

Homemade Creams for Wrinkles Around the Eyes

Quality cosmetics are usually very expensive, and affordable ones are not always effective, and also contain artificial ingredients and allergens. Creams for wrinkles around the eyes, which optimally combine price and quality, can be made at home. They should contain essential oils and other natural substances.

Recipes for homemade creams for wrinkles around the eyes:

1. Mix 2 tablespoons of primrose oil, grape seed oil and 10 drops of chamomile essential oil. Store in a glass container, in a cool place, apply to the skin in the evening.
2. Heat 50 g of apricot oil, 3 tbsp of jojoba oil and 1 tbsp of wax over low heat until softened. Heat 100 g of rose water and a quarter tbsp of borax in another bowl until dissolved. Add the second mixture to the first, keep the mixture in the refrigerator, in a glass jar.
3. Bring 2 tbsp cucumber juice, 50 g aloe gel and cornstarch to a boil. Remove from heat and add 50 g calendula decoction. Use after cooling, keep in a closed container.
4. Combine 80 g of jojoba oil, 40 g of grape seed oil with essential oils of bergamot, chamomile, lavender (3, 4, 6 drops respectively).
5. Combine 5 drops of rosehip and lavender oils, 2 tablespoons of St. John's wort decoction, 2 drops of lavender oil with a capsule of vitamin E. Add all ingredients to cocoa butter melted over a fire, but not hot. Apply during the day or evening.
6. Strained infusions of linden and chamomile flowers (a tablespoon per half spoon of boiling water) mix with melted butter and castor oil (a tablespoon and a teaspoon respectively). Mix thoroughly, apply to skin an hour before bed. In the refrigerator, the cream retains its quality for five days.

Home remedies nourish and moisturize the skin. They should be prepared in portions, as needed.

Eye cream by Elena Malysheva

The famous cosmetologist and TV presenter Elena Malysheva advises paying special attention to eyelid care:

• use a gentle massage with a vibrator,
• wipe with ice from herbal infusions,
• apply special creams.

The eye cream from Elena Malysheva can be considered Derma Genesis of French production. The name of the cream in translation means giving birth to skin.

Derma Genesis can be used from the age of 25. The main components of the cream for wrinkles around the eyes are the moisturizer hyaluronic acid and pro-xylane, which promotes its penetration into the skin.

The cosmetologist recommends complex use of products from this line. The expected effect occurs in two weeks.

Elena Malysheva's tips for facial skin care:

• drink enough clean water,
• do not touch your face with your hands,
• exfoliate the dead top layer,
• protect from sunburn.

Pharmacodynamics

The pharmacodynamics of eye wrinkle creams depends on the composition. Creams contain anti-aging components in various combinations.

• Hyaluronic acid – has hydrophilic properties, attracts water, accelerates cell regeneration.
• Collagen – retains moisture, renews skin structure, smoothes microrelief.
• Amino acid complex – protects against aging.
• Vegetable oils – nourish, soften, retain water.
• Essential oils – have aroma and antibacterial properties.
• Sodium alginate (algae polysaccharide) – removes toxins, moisturizes the skin.

Rejuvenating substances in eye wrinkle creams penetrate the skin and activate regeneration processes. They have a local effect.

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Pharmacokinetics

The pharmacokinetics of eye wrinkle creams has not been studied in depth. Active substances are absorbed at the site of application and excreted mainly through the kidneys.

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Dosing and administration

Creams for wrinkles around the eyes should be applied with clean hands to cleansed skin, with the correct movements, along certain lines, combining the procedure with elements of delicate massage.

The correct way to use eye wrinkle creams:

• Apply a small amount of the product to the skin using your fingertips;
• using movements from the forehead, we “smooth out” the wrinkles around the eyes;
• along the lower eyelid we smooth it out to the center of the face.

Eyelids require special attention and care. If your skin is dry, you can add a drop of olive oil to the cream. To speed up the effect, it is important to follow the rules:

• apply pointwise;
• do not rub, but gently press with your fingertips;
• do not confuse day and night products;
• apply one hour before bedtime;
• apply regularly, for a long time (usually a month);
• repeat the course if necessary.

Incorrect application of cosmetics can cause swelling, irritation and other undesirable consequences. To avoid them, you need to use a cream that is not too greasy, apply it sparingly and no later than an hour before bed. Regular face cream is not suitable for the area around the eyes.

Creams are best preserved in tubes because they have less contact with air and hands. To avoid oxidation and infection, the mass should be taken from wide jars with a glass stick or applicator.

If self-care does not give the desired effect, and wrinkles around the eyes do not decrease, it is worth consulting a cosmetologist and, possibly, resorting to salon procedures.

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Use eye wrinkle creams during pregnancy

The skin around the eyes of pregnant women requires special attention and care, since the general tendency towards dryness and dehydration provokes the appearance of expression wrinkles. Therefore, the use of high-quality creams for wrinkles around the eyes during pregnancy is not prohibited. The components of such cosmetics, as a rule, act in the superficial layers of the skin and do not affect the fetus.

The main thing is that the cream does not cause allergies, does not contain aggressive ingredients, is suitable for the skin type and is used in reasonable doses.

The first thing you need to do is read the information about its composition. Among the components that are more or less dangerous for the child are:

• salicylic acid,
• retinol,
• camphor,
• arbutin,
• kojic acid,
• hydroquinone,
• phytoestrogens,
• formaldehyde,
• mineral oils,
• essential oils,
• chemical sun filters,
• enzymes,
• seaweed.

The decision to choose a cream, as well as other cosmetic products, should be made based on all the pros and cons.

Contraindications

Contraindications to the use of creams for wrinkles around the eyes may be intolerance to the components or the presence of skin diseases in this area.

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Side effects eye wrinkle creams

Side effects of eye wrinkle creams may occur as a reaction to individual ingredients.

If you have sensitive skin, new products should be used with special care.

Allergy from eye cream

The cause of an allergy from eye cream may be poor quality cosmetics or intolerance to its components. Most often, this happens to people prone to allergies to other substances.

According to some experts, even the indication that the product has been dermatologically tested does not protect against allergies.

Symptoms of an allergic reaction to the cream are typical:

• puffiness under the eyes;
• hyperemia, dryness;
• peeling, itching;
• lacrimation.

If they appear, stop using the cream and go to the clinic for differentiation and treatment of the allergy.

If you are prone to allergies, you should test a new drug on your skin in particularly sensitive areas.

Even a proven product should be applied in minimal quantities.

If store-bought creams for wrinkles around the eyes cause allergies, you need to prepare the products yourself, from natural ingredients, or apply vegetable oils used in cosmetology under the eyes to soften and moisturize.

Overdose

Overdosing on eye wrinkle creams is unlikely.

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Interactions with other drugs

Most eye wrinkle creams go well with other cosmetics, including pharmacy ones; some are suitable as a base for makeup.

Particular attention should be paid to the compatibility of cosmetics and medications used in the treatment of skin diseases.

Storage conditions

It is not recommended to store active cosmetics in the bathroom, where it is always humid and warm. Ingredients in such conditions lose their beneficial properties, and their shelf life quickly decreases.

Anti-wrinkle creams around the eyes should not only be kept in the cold, but also applied chilled: this improves the result. The best place is on the shelf of the refrigerator door.

Jars should be well closed. But the optimal packaging remains a classic tube, modern roller applicators and vacuum packaging with dispensers. Packaging in small packaging is better because it is easier to use it within the specified time.

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Shelf life

Some cosmetics manufacturers indicate the shelf life of their products (Vichy, Yves Rocher) in the form of a symbol of an open jar with numbers (12 M means 12 months). Others limit themselves to indicating the shelf life after opening, which ranges from 6 to 12 months.

• Usually the amount of cream in the package is calculated to be used before the expiration date. In order not to forget when the package was opened, you should write down the date on the label or package.

Homemade creams should be prepared in small portions so that they are always fresh.

Expired cosmetics of any series cannot be used, they can provoke irritation or an allergic reaction. The same consequences are possible when using cosmetics that have changed consistency, color or smell, even if the expiration date has not passed. Such signs indicate that chemical processes have occurred and the possible formation of aggressive substances that are dangerous for the skin.

Best Creams for Wrinkles Around the Eyes

The best eye wrinkle cream is a relative concept. The best one is the one that suits your skin perfectly. To avoid numerous trials and personal errors when choosing a cream, it is worth listening to other people's experience. Fortunately, modern technologies actively disseminate such information.

For example, there are consumer ratings of eye wrinkle creams on the Internet, created by women themselves. According to one of them, the best are such creams.

1. Yeux by Vichy. Reduces wrinkles around the eyes, gently affects the skin, removes circles and puffiness under the eyes. After a month, the skin is smoothed out and remains clean and soft for a long time.
2. No Surgetics Wrincle Defy by Givenchy. Fills wrinkles, restores skin elasticity, protects against irritation.
3. Capture by Dior is useful as an effective preventive measure against wrinkles around the eyes. The active components penetrate deep enough, maintaining the elasticity and youth of the skin.
4. Future Solution LX from Shiseido makes the skin firm and elastic, and when used correctly, it prevents wrinkles, especially if combined with a light massage. With visible changes, it tightens and renews the dermis.
5. Orchidee Imperiale by Guerlain is a classic cream for wrinkles around the eyes; it contains a new product – orchid root extract, which gives the epidermis a special smoothness and tenderness, removes circles and puffiness. The cream is used twice a day.

Another rating ranks cosmetics for wrinkles around the eyes in the following order:

• Clinigue All about eyes.
• Vichy Liftactiv Yeux.
• Perfect skin ("Clean Line").
• "Anti-aging care" after 35 from Garnier.
• "Lemongrass and parsley" from Green Mama.
• "Marine Collagen" from Mizon.
• Bark.
• Topping up.
• Benefiance for eyelids from Shiseido.
• IsoFill by Uriage.

Anti-wrinkle creams around the eyes occupy a special place in a woman's cosmetic bag. Many have become convinced of their benefits, as well as the fact that for the best effect, cosmetics, even the most expensive, are not enough. To maintain the skin, you need quality care, sometimes - a consultation with a cosmetologist, and constantly - a balanced diet, giving up bad habits, an active lifestyle.