How to Get Rid of Dark Wrinkles Around the Eye

Have healthy skin.

One of the first physical signs of aging is darkening and wrinkling of the skin around the eyes. This area of skin is thinner than other facial skin, so the eye area is prone to such changes. Under-eye discoloration and wrinkling is an unfortunate part of aging, often resulting from sun damage, laughing and the loss of collagen and elasticity in the area. However, there are a few procedures that can be done to slow the formation of discolored skin and wrinkles.

Instructions

1. Purchase an anti-wrinkle eye cream or serum that contains acids that will slough off dead skin cells and subsequently reveal a healthier skin texture. Beta-hydroxy and alpha-hydroxy acids are organic compounds that help speed up the rate of cellular turnover. Results can be seen within a few weeks.

2. Take a nap. Under-eye darkness can be caused by insomnia, stress, hormonal fluctuation and fatigue. These ailments can be relieved quickly by adequate sleep. According to Sleepdex.org, Americans sleep an average of 6.9 hours each night. Sleeping at least 8 hours a night is ideal. Make sure to relax with some green tea or a hot shower before bed. Avoid sugars and carbonated drinks at least three hours before bed; these substances are notorious for causing sleepless nights.

3. Apply an antioxidant cream under your eyes. Antioxidant creams help with the dark circles and also relieve wrinkles around the eye area. When applied topically, antioxidants slow the rate of cellular breakdown and help strengthen the blood vessels. Vitamin C is a natural skin lightener that can be applied around the eye lids. Grape seed extract and pycnogenol contain antioxidant pigment that helps strengthen cellular walls.

4. Undergo laser skin resurfacing to relieve dark skin under the eyes and smooth stubborn wrinkles. Laser skin resurfacing uses pulsating lights to eliminate discoloration and wrinkles. The light evaporates the epidermis and part of the dermis. Results are more intensive. Recovery depends on the depth and severity of the the wrinkles.

Tips & Warnings

• Visit your dermatologist and ask for a skin consultation. The dermatologist will determine if you are a candidate for laser skin resurfacing or other procedures.

• Visit your physician before taking any supplements. Grape seed extracts have been known to have adverse reactions when taken with blood thinners like aspirin.

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References

• Allwomenstalk.com: Five Tips on How to Get Rid of Under Eye Dark Circles and Puffiness
• Cleveland Clinic Carbon Dioxide Laser Resurfacing
• Mayo Clinic: Dark Circles Under Eyes
• Derma Doctor: Dark Circles