Tips To Keep Your Under Eyes Tight And Bright
The eyes are the window to the soul, so who wouldn’t want to maintain a bright and youthful appearance for the skin surrounding the eye area? This skin is a lot thinner than the rest of the face which allows the blood beneath the surface to shine through. It can get dark if the blood flowing through is lacking oxygen due to dehydration. How severe under-eye circles are is determined by hydration levels in the liver and body. Puffiness around this delicate area (which can fluctuate as elevations of toxins go up and down in our body) can also lead to sagging over time from stretching the skin.
So what can we do to take care of the skin around our eyes?
1) HYDRATE
Topically
For delicate skin, this area sure goes through a lot of wear and tear throughout the day, and even while we sleep. Keeping the skin hydrated with a protective moisture barrier will help support the skin, plump up dehydration lines and fight signs of dull tired looking eyes.
Internally:
Hydrating the body on a cellular level with water rich fruits, along with drinking plenty of water and prioritizing the intake of trace mineral salts found in leafy greens can defend the body against dehydration and puffiness that contribute to dark under eye circles.
2) PEPTIDES
Peptides are amino acids that are the building blocks of certain proteins needed by the skin, like collagen and elastin. Using a serum or moisturizer that contains peptides can lead to firmer looking skin
Tetrapeptide-3 Skin Benefits
Tetrapeptide-3 helps to stimulate the growth of collagen and elastin to strengthen the skin structure. As we age, the epidermis (the outside layer of skin that we see) and the dermis (the layer that holds our collagen and elastin) begin to separate, which can give the appearance of thinner skin and more pronounced dark circles, lines and sagging. Tetrapeptide 3 works to strengthen the connection between these two layers to slow ageing.
Tetrapeptide 3 is one of the most effective peptides for skin that can be used to treat a wide range of skin conditions or concerns. It has been proven to treat a range of issues including ageing and wrinkles and can be found in Osmosis MD’s Illuminate Eye Serum:
Illuminate is a powerhouse formula designed to hydrate, brighten, and protect the delicate under-eye area, infused with intelligent ingredients that boost collagen production, address dark circles, improve firmness, target fines lines and strengthen the skin barrier. Collagen stimulators also provide antioxidant protection, shielding against oxidative stress and environmental damage. For deep hydration and long-term resilience, botanicals work to increase suppleness and restore moisture balance.
KEY INGREDIENTS:
Ubiquinone (CoQ10) | Antioxidant that feeds cell’s energy cycle while protecting it from free-radical damage
Caprooyl Tetrapeptide-3 | Growth factor derived biomemetic peptide boost key components for better skin structural support and reduces appearance of fine lines and wrinkles after 28 days by 16%.
Niacinamide | Form of Niacin involved in cellular respiration; lipid synthesis, provides antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties, improves epidermal barrier function and inhibits skin pigmentation.
Hydrolyzed Rhodophyceae Extract | Red algae harvested from Nordic waters is rich in polysaccharides for hydration and improved appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.
Tremella Fuciformis (Mushroom) Extract | Snow Mushroom prized for its immunity and hydration benefits, it provides instant and long term anti-wrinkle effects, skin immune barrier repair, would healing, and preserving epidermal stem cells.
Queen of the Night Cactus Flower Extract | The flower only blooms a few hours at night and is used for its innate natural moisturizing factors to help skin barrier function, hydration at upper and dermal layers, improves fibroblast HA production, and helps tighten skin through collagen action.
HOW TO USE:
A little bit of illuminate goes a long way! Gently dispense a pin-sized drop onto your ring finger from the porcelain applicator and pat around eye area morning and/or night. Apply an even smaller amount and allow it to soak into the skin for 5-10 minutes before applying makeup. Can also be used on the lips.
0..43 FL OZ / 13 ml
Note from Katey : Illuminate is the must have, ultra-hydrating under eye treatment your routine has been missing. It can also be used to target delicate skin around the lips.
3) GUA SHA & FACIAL MASSAGE
Stimulating lymph flow with the right facial massage techniques or gua sha can help release built-up fluid retention and muscle tension, alleviating the appearance of puffiness, dark circles and loose skin. The Jade Gua Sha Stone is one of my favorite ritual tools for massaging and practicing gua sha around the eyes because of the “U shape” that is easy to maneuver around the contours of the eye. It is soft and feels cool to the touch and features a “teeth” edge to help smooth out tension and lines.
Green Jade is a well known peaceful cleansing stone known to invite energy of protection, self-love and compassion. This harmonizing stone works to renew the mind, body, and spirit connecting us with the restorative vibrations of mother earth. It helps to repel negative thoughts and is linked to the heart chakra, aiding in both emotional and physical well-being.
This versatile U-shape stone features a comb edge for hair growth and healthy scalp care. Gua sha is an ancient TCM healing technique that helps the skin function better by removing blockages and creating space for movement. Incorporating gua sha into your skin care routine can clear, sculpt, plump, lift, and reduce puffiness and under eye circles. Facial gua sha massage works by stimulating lymphatic drainage, circulating blood flow, and supporting the release of tension, toxins, and stagnant energy.
Protect this stone and handle with care, they can break when dropped on a hard surface . Do not heat your gua sha stone or put it in the freezer to avoid cracking. Each stone is handmade and no two will be identical. The jade stone’s naturally occurring colours and patterns will vary.
Note from Katey: The green jade will always be special to me because it was the first stone that launched alongside the creation of Mindful Beauty. I love the comb edge for hair care, and the elongated “U” shape makes it easy to do acne clearing massage methods.
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