Overview
The delicate skin around the eyes is prone to fine lines and wrinkles, often referred to as laugh lines or crow’s feet. The skin under the eye does not produce the protective oils to keep skin soft and wrinkle free, suggests the University of Maryland Medical Center. The main cause for wrinkles includes sun damage and smoking. Wrinkles are often associated with aging and may make a person feel less attractive. Surgery and prescription creams may decrease eye wrinkles but may not fit everyone’s budget. Smooth away wrinkles using a variety of home remedies and regimens.
Step 1
Practice the facial yoga pose “temple dancer eyes” to remove eye wrinkles. Look to the right and then to the left and hold each glance for several seconds. According to “Time” magazine, the pose strengthens sagging skin around the eyes and prevents crow’s feet.
Step 2
Disguise and temporarily correct eye wrinkles by using cosmetics. Cover eye wrinkles using a less-is-more approach, suggests the University of Maryland. Caking on makeup will cause wrinkles to appear cracked and more noticeable. Use a matte or semi-matte foundation under the eyes. Gently pat the foundation in place, never rub. Apply facial powder to the under-eye area only if the skin is oily or normal and not dry. Utilize foundations and powders with a white, pearl base suggests the university.
Step 3
Protect the eye area. Wear sunglasses as well as a wide-brimmed hat when outdoors; UV rays break down collagen and elasticity in the skin. According to the Reader’s Digest book “1,801 Home Remedies,” wearing dark sunglasses may improve crow’s feet after several months of consistent wear. Apply fragrance-free sunscreen made especially for the eye area for additional protection, suggests MotherNature.com. Fragrances in eye creams may be irritating to some people. Pat the sunscreen above the eyelid and underneath—never rub the cream into place. Reapply every few hours for maximum protection.
