Got Tired Eyes: 6 Beauty Products to Give Sleepy Eyes a Lift
The eyes are the focal-point of our faces, and when we have bags, dark circles, or wrinkles, we will appear tired, sad, or even older than we actually are. While some think that a good night of sleep is all that is necessary for bright eyes, everyone’s skin is different. This means that you might have puffy eyes, wrinkles, bags, or dark circles under the eyes even if you feel well rested. If you are tired of having sleepy eyes that seem to be a dominating the appearance of your face, there are a few products that can reduce and repair the signs of age and sun damage, and help you appear rested and useful. Read on to see which beauty products can help you finally put those sleepy eyes to rest.
Aveda Green Science Eye Firming Crème
Main Ingredients: Argania spinosa / Argan
The Argan tree produces a nut — native to South Morocco. This tree matures in the dry environment of the Sahara Desert. Argan oil extracted from this nut protects the skin from harsh conditions. Green Scienceâ„¢ Firming Eye tightens the skin around tired and dark eyes, providing a more rested appearance and reducing the appearing of line and wrinkles, bags or sagging and dark circles under the eyes. With the help of Argan oil and cactus extract, this crème will slowly smooth out fine lines and firm any baggy skin around the eyes that bother you.
To Use: Apply gently over your eyes using your ring finger, lightly blending into the skin – a.m. and p.m.
B. Kamins NIA-Stem Eye Cream Kx
Main Ingredients: Niacin, Bio-Maple Compound, Plant Stem cells and Hyaluronic Acid.
This eye cream uses an innovative tightening formula to firm and hydrate the skin around the eye area. This special formulated stem cell cream reduces the look of wrinkles, puffiness as well as dark circles so skin is left tighter, and lighter. The cream is suitable for any age, and can reverse signs of damage to the skin.
To Use: Gently tap the cream around the eye area using your ring finger until it is lightly blended – a.m. and p.m.
Chanel Sublimage LA CRÈME YEUX
Main Ingredients: Enriched Planifolia PFA/ Flower & Fruit of Madagascar Vanilla
The LA Crème Yeux is essentially a moisturizing cream. The power of the product derives from the use of vanilla that is found in Madagascar. This eye cream gives a dramatic firmness and will reduce large pores and fine lines surrounding the eyes if this is something you worry about. Called the next-generation eye cream—it can repair a myriad of tired eye issues including crow’s feet, puffiness, dark circles, wrinkles, and bags.
To Use: Using your ring finger, apply very gently on the skin around the eyes, avoiding contact with the eyes. Apply in a circular motion until the moisturizer is completely rubbed in. Suitable for morning and night use.
Clinique Repairwear Laser Focus Wrinkle Correcting Eye Cream
Main Ingredients: Encapsulated Micrococcus Lysate
This Clinique product will visibly improve the appearance of bags, lines, firmness and wrinkles within four weeks. It repairs sun damaged skin and improve the texture of the skin around the eyes. This eye cream moisturizes exceedingly well and firms the skin noticeably within one to two weeks. If you are self-conscious about smile lines, or dislike the appearance or texture of the skin under your eyes, this will help to firm the area quickly and safely.
To Use: With your ring finger, apply a small amount of the cream to entire eye area using a gentle patting motion.
CLINIQUE Advanced Concealer
Main Ingredients: Nylon-12, Isododecane, Isotetracosane
This product is a concealer that will both camouflage imperfection, and firm the skin around the eyes. It’s a Cream-to-powder formula that is smooth and long-lasting. The Advanced Concealer by Clinique will not fade nor creep. This product is Ophthalmologist tested and approved.
To Use: Use before and/or after you have applied makeup. Squeeze out a small amount and dab around the eye area using your ring finger. Build the coverage as desired.
As you can see, you don’t need a time machine or plastic surgery to give your sleepy eyes a lift. Consider trying the leading eye care products above to improve your problem spots, whether they be sagging, wrinkles, or tired lines. Finding a concealer or moisturizer that works best with your skin will allow you to once again enjoy the beauty of bright eyes and a glowing complexion. The information for this article was provided by the Calgary optometrists at the Crowfoot Vision Centre who specialize in eye care.