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They have become the absolute protagonists of our face due to force majeure.

We have had to

learn to smile

with them just when they reflect the most sadness.

Because, in these times, the eyes are more than ever the reflection of our soul and, although the 'work' to brighten them begins from within, there is no doubt that external pampering also adds up (and a lot).

What can we do to restore the brightness to our eyes and combat, as far as possible, the trace of the passage of time?

"To improve and avoid accelerated aging of the skin in this area (much

thinner

and with

less sebaceous gland

than the rest of the face), we must insist on the application of

antioxidants and photoprotection

on a daily basis. All this, without forgetting to use the physical photoprotection, that is,

sunglasses

. It is also essential to carry out

correct hydration

and, in cases where it is necessary, turn to a specialist who will tell us which are the

most appropriate treatments

", explains Mercedes Sáenz de Santa María , Doctor of the International Dermatological Clinic.

This specialist has the answer to one of the great questions that we all ask ourselves as we are 'reaching an age':

why are our eyes closing?

"Aging not only brings

changes in the quality of the skin

(which becomes more lax and redundant in the upper eyelid), but also in the

rest of the structures

. Among them, the bone that, over the years, is reabsorbed This in the periocular area translates into a wider orbital hole and, therefore, the

eyeball partially sinks

. For this reason, we see eyes that are 'smaller' or sunken and with excess skin in the eyelid area. " .

In which cases is it essential to use an

eye contour

?

Sáenz de Santamaría removes us from doubts: "From my point of view, it is only essential if it carries some specific active ingredients to treat specific alterations. For example, with

depigmentation

(in the case of very dark circles) or

decongestant

(if the area has a bag and retains fluids) ".

If we wake up with edematous eyelids, "the

topical application of cold

can help us improve both lymphatic and venous drainage due to the vasoconstriction it produces."

And he advises us to "keep the eye contour or the cream that we apply in the morning in

the refrigerator

."

What we have to forget from now on is the 'old trick' of hemorrhoid cream.

"It should already be

a banished myth

, because it

is a cosmetic outrage

."

Here is his explanation: "Anti-hemorrhoid creams produce a certain 'flash effect' in patients with bags due to the action of phenylephrine, a

vasoconstrictor

drug

. However, it contains other ingredients and local anesthetics that can

greatly irritate the skin of the eyelids

. In addition to the irritation it can cause, if a small amount gets into the eye,

pheniefrin can dilate the pupil

(temporarily altering vision). "

LIFESTYLE

More things.

How do our

life habits

affect

our gaze?

"An unbalanced diet, with excess salt produces greater fluid retention (especially at dinner time). A diet rich in sugars and processed favors the glycation of proteins, that is, the destruction of good quality proteins in our skin, such as collagen, "explains this doctor.

Alcohol and tobacco

, in addition to all the known negative effects on our body, "produce a reduction in blood circulation, less oxygenation and deterioration of the metabolism of our cells in our skin."

In conclusion: "A

premature and accelerated aging

".

We know that little sleep is bad, but what about a lot?

"Excess sleep can only be seen as something negative due to the fact of spending more hours in decubitus, and therefore, increasing fluid retention in those patients with a greater predisposition to it."

Best anti-aging eye treatments: botox, hyaluronic acid and laser

Drop down

Dr. Sáenz de Santamaría explains that, "in addition to the already known benefits of

botulinum toxin

treatment

for wrinkles of the upper facial third, there are more and more options".

Above all, it emphasizes "the importance of treating this area with

hyaluronic acid,

which allows obtaining a more rested, relaxed and vital look, treating not only the dark circles but also structures such as the forehead, temple or cheek".

In the last group of treatments, it would include "lasers, such as CO2 for very deep wrinkles or even the Tixel, a thermal-mechanical device that, by means of heat, produces an improvement of the excess skin of the upper eyelid without surgery".

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