Under Eye Wrinkles: How to Get Rid of Lines Under the Eyes? (+Treatment)
Everyone in their adult life gets under eye wrinkles. They're completely normal. But, that doesn't mean that we wouldn't prefer it if they weren't right?
Smile lines, crow's feet, and the list of cute names goes on. Unfortunately, no matter how cute the name, we'd still prefer them to just leave us alone!
Luckily for you, we've spoken to our experts to put together a list of some of the best under eye wrinkle treatment options available. Here are our takeaways.
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Causes of Under Eye Wrinkles
So, what causes these so-called cute little wrinkles under eyes? The truth is, there are various factors that contribute to fine lines under eyes. Here are some of the most common ones:
Sun Exposure
UV rays are the skin's worse nightmare. While the sun is essential to our overall health for its vitamin D, it also causes free radicals in the body which, in turn, speed up the aging process.
Over time, we lose our skin elasticity and fine lines and wrinkles make their way onto our face, and of course, our under eye area.
Smoking & Drinking
If you want to learn how to get rid of under eye wrinkles, start with cutting back on smoking and drinking alcohol.
Similarly to sun exposure, drinking alcohol and smoking cause free radicals to run wild in our systems, affecting our skin cells and causing fine lines and wrinkles underneath the eyes.1 These two toxins may also cause dark circles under the eyes as well as deep wrinkles across the rest of the face.
More helpful reading: Alcohol effects on skin photos.
Repetitive Use of Certain Facial Muscles
Over time, our facial expressions naturally cause fine lines around our eyes. These repetitive motions create wrinkles around our eyes which is why they're often referred to as smile lines.
It's safe to say that these expressions are important. They allow us to show emotion and express ourselves so, don't stop yourself from smiling just because you want non wrinkled skin. Instead, keep reading and we'll give you some tips for protecting your skin from deeper lines.
Pollutants & Other Environmental Factors
We spoke about sun damage, smoking, drinking alcohol, and even the effects of facial movements, but what about all of the other pollutants that we're exposed to each day?
From air pollution to chemicals in beauty products, and even the toxins in our foods, we are constantly exposed to factors that can lead to under eye wrinkles. If you want to prevent wrinkles, we highly recommend starting with your environment!
At-Home Treatment Options for Fine Lines Under the Eyes
Under eye wrinkles don't have to be your new normal, as long as you're willing to put in a little time to care for your complexion. Here, we share some ideas for how to get rid of lines under eyes:
Stimulate Collagen Production
Collagen and elastin are two of the most important proteins in our body when it comes to our skin cells. Unfortunately, as we age our natural elastin and collagen production diminishes drastically, speeding up the aging process and leaving us with thin skin.
Luckily, you can stimulate collagen production to address the skin underneath your eyes.
At Taut, we believe that beauty truly does come from within which is why we created our Advanced Liquid Collagen Drink Formula.
Providing you with 13,000mg of high-quality marine collagen wild-sourced from the Indian Ocean, our collagen formula can help fight fine lines and wrinkles, strengthening your skin barrier.
We coupled our potent dose of peptides with other skin-loving ingredients, all designed to support your skin's surface, reducing fine lines and existing wrinkles. These include the antioxidant grape seed extract, vitamin C for its healing effects, hyaluronic acid to help your skin retain moisture, ceramide, vitamin B6, and DNA.
Trying Facial Exercises
We all know about the benefits of yoga for the body, but what about facial yoga?
Yoga facial exercise can boost blood flow to the skin to help reduce fine lines and wrinkles around the eyes. Certain facial exercises also target the neck, preventing that dreading turkey neck that we all try and steer clear from as we age.
Using Topicals With Plumping Ingredients
Want to know how to get rid of fine lines under eyes? Needless the say that the correct skin care routine can go a long way when it comes to fighting against the early signs of aging. Here are some of our favorite ingredients for under eye wrinkles:
Hyaluronic Acid
Hyaluronic acid is a miracle ingredient that can hold up to 1,000 times its weight in water, meaning it can super plump your eyelid skin, giving you a more youthful appearance. Today, there are hundreds of products, from eye creams to serums, that contain hyaluronic acid. However, we recommend taking it in supplement form.
That's where our Taut Hydrate comes in...
Providing you with a 120mg internal dose of 100% plant-based hyaluronic acid, our hyaluronic acid pills target fine lines and crow's feet from the inside out. Aside from reducing the visibility of static wrinkles, our formula can also support your hair, nails, and joints.
Plus, we've added grape seed extract to our supplement which, thanks to its antioxidant properties can further prevent fine lines and wrinkle folds from appearing on your dermis.
Collagen
As mentioned above, collagen is a must if you want to reduce and prevent fine lines. But, you don't only have to take it internally. We've designed a collagen mask that infuses peptides directly into your dermis.
We also coupled our Taut Collagen Mask with vitamin C, hyaluronic acid, and squalene from olives to further support skin moisture.
Botanicals
As we age, our skin loses its ability to bounce back from all of the threats of the outside world which is why it's important that we support it with natural ingredients known for their anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties.
Taut's Intensive Recovery Serum uses the powers of botanicals to reduce static wrinkles. Perfect for the face and around the eyes, you can use this solution as your trusty eye cream for years to come!
Vitamin C
Vitamin C is a co-factor of collagen and supports your skin with wound healing, reducing the appearance of static wrinkles and dynamic wrinkles around the eyes. Plus, it's a powerful antioxidant and can, therefore, support your dermis, paving the space for healthy new cells to work their magic.
We highly recommend you check that your eye cream and facial products contain vitamin C to make the most of this powerful ingredient.
More helpful reading: Vitamin C skincare.
Squalene
Squalene comes from olives and is touted for its ability to help restore our skin's natural oils. Similarly to vitamin C, squalene is also an antioxidant, meaning it can help fight off free radical damage, reducing wrinkle folds and unwanted lines under the eyes.
Retinol
Retinol not only boosts collagen production, it also reduces the rate at which it breaks down, making it one of the most effective natural wrinkle treatments out there. By making skin cells feel younger than they are, retinol helps speed up the removal of dead skin cells, leaving space for new ones to work their magic.
Please note that if you choose to opt for a retinol treatment, wearing sunscreen is a must, otherwise you may experience severe skin damage.
More helpful reading: Retinol benefits.
Treat Allergy Symptoms
Allergies cause inflammation in the body which can leave you with puffy eyelids or unhealthy skin. Treating allergy symptoms can help protect the skin under your eyes, leaving you with a far more relaxed appearance.
Gently Exfoliate Dry Skin
Also known as dry brushing, exfoliating your dry skin not only rids you of dead skin cells, it also boosts flow to your blood vessels, reducing the appearance of fines lines around the eyes.
Dry brushing is extremely simple. You just gently exfoliate your skin from your extremities to your heart. By doing this once or twice a week for just one month, you'll notice a significant difference in your skin health.
Be sure to be very gentle on your face, however, as the skin in this area is much thinner and more prone to irritation.
More helpful reading: Benefits of dry brushing.
Use Eye Cream
As with any moisturizer, eye cream works by moisturizing the area, plumping the skin and reducing wrinkles.
When choosing an eye cream, we highly recommend you opt for some of the plumping ingredients listed above. You may also want to ensure that it includes antioxidants such as vitamin E, green tea, vitamin C, or grape seed extract, just to name a few. These ingredients can be particularly helpful in reducing the visibility of more stubborn dynamic wrinkles. This leads us to our next point...
Stock Up on Antioxidants
Antioxidants work by fighting against the effects of free radicals in the body. While checking these ingredients are in the list of ingredients in your face and eye cream is important, you can also take them in supplement form to further boost your skin health.
Our Taut Bright Bye-Bye Dark Spots is packed with some of the most potent antioxidants out there some of which include:
- L-Glutathione - A protein found in the liver that can lessen the effects of aging, all while brightening the skin.
- L-Cysteine - A precursor of glutathione which helps repair and replace damaged skin.
- Vitamin C - A co-factor of collagen that supports wound healing.
- Olive Leaf Extract - A powerful free radical scavenger that helps prevent the signs of aging skin.
- Artichoke Leaf Extract - A liver protector that also nourishes the skin.
- Grape Seed Extract - Helps protect and strengthen the skin from oxidative damage.
- Alpha Lipoic Acid - Helps recycle antioxidants in the body.
Prevent Under Eye Wrinkles With These Tips
The truth is, no matter what form of natural or cosmetic treatments you opt for, prevention is always better than treatment. With this in mind, here are some of our top tips for reducing under eye wrinkles:
Wear Sunscreen
Any board certified dermatologist worth their weight in gold will tell you about the importance of sunscreen. Yes, you can spend 15 to 20 minutes outdoors to soak up some vitamin D but, any more and you're bound to end up with some form of sun damage. In addition to wearing sunscreen when you go outdoors for long periods of time, we recommend:
- Wearing loose protective clothing
- Sitting in the shade wherever possible
- Avoiding the sun during the hottest times of the day
- Reapplying sunscreen regularly when spending large amounts of time outdoors
If you do get burned by the sun, treat your skin with aloe vera gel or other soothing ingredients that can help you maintain moisture and avoid peeling or blistering.
More helpful reading: Best remedy for sunburn.
Eat a Balanced Diet
A healthy diet is the best treatment for under eye wrinkles. That's because nutrient-rich blood equals nutrient-rich skin!
So, what should you eat to reduce dynamic wrinkles?
Well, a clear skin diet consists primarily of plant-based products. But, not just any plant-based produce. It's important that you eat the rainbow to reap the benefits of all of the dozens of nutrients in your food. So, aim for plenty of vegetables and fruits. Additionally, complement your diet with small portions of whole grains to balance your blood sugar levels as well as lean protein such as chicken and turkey.
To further reduce inflammation in the body and skin, our local nutritionist also recommends incorporating foods rich in omega 3s. These include chia and flax seeds as well as small fatty fish such as mackerel and sardines.
Avoid Pollutants That Cause Free Radical Damage
We spoke about pollutants previously but let's digger a little deeper into these. Some of the most common pollutants that can enhance dynamic wrinkles under the eyes include:
- Chemicals in our beauty products
- Pesticides and herbicides in our foods
- Alcohol
- Tobacco
- Chemicals and pollutants in the workplace
If you are exposed to any of these, be sure to cleanse your skin regularly and apply a nourishing moisturizer to ensure that your natural oils stay intact.
More helpful reading: Skin care ingredients to avoid.
Cosmetic Procedures to Treat Under Eye Wrinkles
Still wondering how to get rid of wrinkles under eyes at 20, 30, 40, 50, and beyond? Or maybe you'd just like to treat fine lines on your face to look a little younger?
While we always prefer to recommend natural alternatives for treating wrinkles and the early signs of aging, there are cosmetic procedures that may provide you with more instant relief. Here are some of the most common ones:
Botox
Botulinum toxin therapy works by mildly paralyzing the muscles that allow you to perform the facial expressions that cause the wrinkles under your eyes. Of course, by reducing your ability to perform the facial expression in question, the lines will eventually soften making it a somewhat effective under eye wrinkles treatment.
It's worth noting that Botox doesn't last forever and, it can be very expensive to maintain. With this in mind, be sure to consult with a board certified dermatologist before opting for this form of treatment to ensure that it is the best option for your individual goals.
More helpful reading: How long Botox last?
Fillers
From hyaluronic acid fillers to chemical-based ones, there are now plenty of options when it comes to filling in the creases on your face. Once again, if this is the avenue you would like to explore, be sure to consult with your dermatologist to ensure that you're opting for the best face fillers for your desired results.
Chemical Peels
Chemical peels can be an effective alternative to injectables when it comes to eye wrinkle treatment. These peels remove the upper layer of your dermis, allowing new skin cells to work their magic. While this form of treatment can help reduce fine lines and superficial wrinkles, it will not get rid of very deep wrinkles.
Microdermabrasion
Microdermabrasion, or micro needling, involves a dermatologist rolling tiny needles over your skin, forcing your dermis to produce more collagen. Put simply, your skin is forced into repair mode which can lead to quite a dramatic reduction in fine lines around the eyes. Once again, this form of treatment is not ideal for deeper wrinkles.
More helpful reading: Microneedling benefits.
Laser Therapy
More and more people are opting for laser therapy to rejuvenate their skin. With this in mind, there are various options available to choose from to reduce the visibility of under eye lines. Fractional laser therapy, for example, stimulates collagen and elastin in the skin by poking small holes into the dermis of the face. Similarly to micro needling, this process puts the skin in repair mode, leading to a reduction in fine lines.
More helpful reading: Elastin definition.
Reduce Skin Aging & Reduce Eye Wrinkles With Taut
Want to learn how to get rid of eye wrinkles in the most natural way possible? Our Ultimate Transformation Program may be just what you've been looking for.
This program combines the best of all super plumping ingredients to reduce the visibility of lines and wrinkles on the face and around the eyes.
In this program, you will enjoy three boxes of our Advanced Collagen Formula as well as a box of Taut Hydrate and a box of five Taut Collagen Masks.
When used together, these products not only deeply hydrate the dermis, they also supply the skin with antioxidants that help reduce the effects of free radical damage. In just 21 days, you'll enjoy smoother, plumper, more youthful skin as well as a reduction in fine lines, wrinkles, scars, imperfections, and more.
Why not opt for one of RenewSkin, Inc.'s skincare subscription boxes? That way, you'll never miss out on your favorite collagen products. They'll be delivered straight to your door every month and you'll avoid the usual postage fees as well!
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