Wednesday, October 2, 2013

9 SIMPLE STEPS TO YOUNGER EYES




COVER THEM UP
 
It's important to look for sunglasses that are UV 400 and sunglasses that are large framed for maximum coverage. Of course, we love to wear stylish glasses that barely protect our eyes, but it's good to have a pair that we can also count on for extra protection.
Before you put on those shades, make sure to load up on the SPF before going out each morning.

ANTIOXIDANTS
Every morning and night, apply an eye cream that has antioxidants in the ingredients to fight free radical damage from the sun and pollution.

USING RETINOL AT NIGHT
This is the number one ingredient that is proven to stimulate collagen production and reduce wrinkles. Look for creams and serums that come in an aluminum tube or a pump, which will keep the retinol stable and strong.

SLEEPING THE RIGHT WAY
Tuck an extra pillow under your head. This actually helps prevent fluid from settling under the skin around your eyes as well as your face. Getting 7-8 hours of sleep each night will keep your eyes from looking puffy/ tired.

NEVER OVER DO IT
Applying too much eye cream at night can lead to itchy, red eyes the next morning and can even make your eyes look more puffy.

SKIN TIGHTENER
Although this isn't going to give you the results of an "eye lift" but there are creams out there that make a noticeable difference. Pick an eye cream that has an ingredient called Argireline, GABA or DMAE. These ingredients will help with the "tightening effect."

PRIME THOSE FINE LINES
Filling in those fine lines a.k.a "crows feet" with a primer is key before applying concealer. Pick a primer with silicone in it.

CONCEAL
Hiding those dark circles and uneven tone under your eyes with a creamy concealer, one that either comes in a pot or tube. Choose a yellow-based shade if you have blue or purple tones or choose a peachy colour if you have brown circles.   
Afterwards, set with a translucent powder!

PUFFY EYES?
Skip the shimmery shadows that are bright and dark in colour and choose a matte shadow that is slightly darker than your skin tone instead. This will make the puffiness less noticeable.
I hope everyone has an amazing Wednesday and thank you so much for reading, xo!

21 comments:

  1. I love the puffy eyes tip! I never sleep so this is my biggest problem!

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  2. what a cool post! I'm starting to notice so many unpleasant little changes as I get older and the puffy eye issue is one of them. I thought my eye puffs were sort of random, but maybe not. thanks for the tips!
    XO, Gina
    http://classyeverafter.blogspot.com

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  3. Love these beauty tips Ash!!! Keep em coming...

    XO Barbie
    The Parlor Girl

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  4. These are great tips, love the idea of not over doing it with eye cream.
    -Alex
    http://www.monstermisa.blogspot.com/

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  5. These are great tips–I really need to take better care of the skin around my eyes, especially because I wear contacts, so I'm constantly pulling on my under eye skin. Also, I think I need that eye mask!

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  6. great tips! i always get the puffy undereyes in the morning...i'll need to start putting some of these ideas to use!

    xo Danai
    Life in My Fab Lane

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  7. These are GREAT tips, Ashley! I always make sure I wear sunglasses, even if it's not sunny out ; )

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  8. Great tips! Thanks for sharing. I 100% back the primer tip! I use TooFace Shadow Insurance

    x. Sabrina | Simply Sabrina

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  9. Such a great post!

    agirlandhersparkles.blogspot.com

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  10. I need these tips! lately my eyes have been looking older hahaha thanks for sharing!

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  11. Great tips! I've just started using a night eye cream and am hoping it will bring me the results I want :)

    www.amemoryofus.blogspot.com

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  12. great tips I need to sleep more I have the worst dark circles.

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  13. Great tips! I wish that I had taken care of my eyes earlier. I'm getting the dreaded crow's feet in a big way!
    The Grass Skirt

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  14. I am a very big fan of inexpensive sunglasses - I really need to make sure the next I buy one it has a good amount of UV filter!

    xx
    Kelly
    Sparkles and Shoes

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  15. Thank you for this post Ashley, now I will know a bit more of how to make my eyes a bit more youthful!
    I should definitely start with having enough sleep! Because a lot of time I sleep only for 5 or 6 hours!

    callmemaddie.blogspot.com

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  16. These are awesome tips, who knew there was so much to keeping your eyes looking young and healthy!

    xo, Yi-chia
    Always Maylee

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  17. Great tips! I never knew there were so many ways+tips to keep eyes looking young!

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  18. Great tips, thanks! I wear sunglasses like it's my job but I guess I should get eye cream now.

    xo Ashley

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  19. Thanks for sharing. Great tips.

    Kisses,
    Sofia

    stylishlyinlove.blogspot.com

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Thank you so much for reading. I love your comments and read each and every one xo.