Directions for Applying Lotion Under the Eyes

Eye cream should cover areas prone to lines, wrinkles and puffiness.

If you have dark circles under your eyes, puffiness or fine lines and wrinkles, an eye lotion can help minimize their appearance. The skin under the eyes is delicate and thin, so applying eye lotion should be done carefully. Rubbing the area too hard can aggravate the area and lead to premature lines and wrinkles. Whether you use eye lotion in the morning or at night, the application process remains the same.

Things You'll Need

• Facial wash
• Towel
• Soap
• Cotton swab

Instructions

1. Wash your face with a mild facial wash geared toward your skin type. Eye lotion must always be applied on clean skin. Pat your face dry with a clean towel.

2. Wash your hands with soap and water so they're clean when you touch your face.

3. Apply a pea-sized amount of eye lotion to a cotton swab and make small dots with it underneath each eye. Apply the dots on the bone of your eye socket, from the inner corner of your eye to the outer corner that is prone to crow's feet.

4. Pat the area lightly with your ring finger to distribute the lotion. The ring finger is the weakest one and will help you avoid pulling or rubbing the fragile eye area too much. Pat the area until all the lotion absorbs.

Tips & Warnings

• When buying eye cream, note whether the product is just for under the eyes or whether you can use it on the entire eye area.

• If you get any lotion in your eye, wash it out immediately with water to avoid irritation. If burning continues, call your doctor.

References

• Murad: How to Apply Eye Cream