Puffiness and dark circles: our tips for reducing them

The eye contour is a very sensitive area, the skin is thin and delicate, which is why the first signs of aging appear in this area.

The effect of time, the stress of daily life, our lifestyle can be read in our eyes and more particularly under the eyes. 

We will address the following questions:

1. How do dark circles and puffiness manifest?
2. Why do dark circles or puffiness appear under the eyes?
3. What are the different aspects of dark circles?
4. How to cure dark circles under the eyes?
5. How to cure bags under the eyes?
6. What are some natural remedies to reduce dark circles and bags under the eyes?
7. How to apply eye care?
8. Which dermo-cosmetic anti-dark circles and anti-puffiness care routine?

 

1. How do dark circles and puffiness appear?

A sieve (noun) is a variation in the coloring of the skin under the eye. They form when the skin under the eyes becomes thinner and reveals blood vessels. Dark circles make the eyes look tired and aged and are often linked to a lack of sleep or an unhealthy lifestyle. 
Dehydration, fatigue, allergies, heredity, age and pigmentation can also contribute to the formation of dark circles.

Pockets are due to swelling of the lower eyelid as a result of an accumulation of fat or an accumulation of water on this area. Puffiness most often appears early in the morning because at night, the functioning of the lymphatic system responsible for eliminating toxins becomes slower, which will cause swelling around the eye contour upon waking. 
Causes can include fatigue, dehydration, water retention, genetics, posture (like sleeping on your back), and aging.

 

2. Why do dark circles or puffiness appear under the eyes?

• Skin aging is the most common reason for the appearance of bags under the eyes. Over the years, the skin of the lower eyelid slackens, loses elasticity and suppleness, no longer maintaining the fat present under each eye as well. It will therefore collapse and form a small visible pocket.  
• Heredity Genetics is also a factor to take into account, depending on family predispositions, one can be young and surrounded!
• tobacco, alcohol : the toxic substances found in cigarettes contribute to the degradation of cells in the dermis and epidermis. They have an impact on the appearance or accentuation of dark circles because they alter lymphatic circulation. Alcohol even tends to cause swelling under the eyes.
• The stress generates the production of free radicals responsible for premature aging of cells.
• The dehydration: It is necessary to drink at least 1.5 liters of water a day to help lymphatic drainage. Dehydration accelerates skin aging among other things.
• The sleep : At night, your skin regenerates, rebuilds itself. Thus, a good night's sleep of at least 7 hours will help you keep a radiant complexion. Lack of sleep is not only responsible for accelerated skin aging but also for a decrease in collagen production. 
• Allergies : Allergic subjects are more at risk of accumulating fluids under the eyes, favored by inflammation due to friction.
• A poor diet : salt, enemy No. 1, promotes water retention and the appearance of dark circles. Dark circles can also be a reflection of kidney weakness.

 

Some foods to help eliminate and drain:

FOODS TO AVOID	PRIVILEGE FOODS
Coffee / tea / alcohol  Consumption of saturated fats (limit red meats and pork, deli meats, prepared meals and ultra-processed products, pizza, fried foods) Consumption of fast sugars (white sugar, industrial jam, sugary drinks, etc.)	Wheat, barley, quinoa Haricot mungo Sticky rice Salmon sesame seeds, nuts Beetroot, celery Chives, onion blackberry, blueberry seaweed

 

3. What are the different aspects of dark circles?

Dark circles that are bluish, or black for the dullest skin types, called vascular dark circles are caused by dysfunction of the blood and lymphatic circulation. With age or for genetic reasons, the microcirculation of the lower eyelid becomes less efficient. The blood capillaries, mainly composed of collagen, thus become more distended and a venous stasis appears until the skin becomes pigmented.

Brown to brown dark circles called pigmentary are due to a poor distribution of melanin, especially in people with dark complexion or, conversely, very pale.

Fortunately, there are natural solutions to reduce dark circles and puffiness effectively!

4. How to cure dark circles under the eyes?

• Get enough sleep and rest
• Drink enough water to avoid dehydration
• Apply warm compresses to the eyes to improve circulation
• Gently massage the eyes to stimulate circulation
• Avoid smoking and drinking alcohol
• Using moisturizing eye products to improve the appearance of the skin under the eyes
• Using products with ingredients to reduce dark circles, such as caffeine or retinol
• See a doctor if dark circles persist or are caused by an underlying medical condition.

5. How to cure bags under the eyes?

• Rest and relax
• Drink enough water to avoid dehydration
• Apply cold compresses to the eyes
• Gently massage under the eyes to improve circulation
• Avoid smoking and drinking alcohol
• Using caffeine or retinol eye products to reduce the appearance of puffiness
• See a doctor if puffiness persists or is caused by an underlying medical condition.

 

Natural Tip: stimulate blood microcirculation with cold

deposit two spoons in your fridge in the evening and apply the back of the spoon to your dark circles the next morning. You can do the same after placing them in the freezer for a few moments, be careful not to leave them too long because the intense cold could burn the skin. Afterwards, moisturize and massage to revive tissues and decongest.

 

6. What are some natural remedies to reduce dark circles and bags under the eyes?

vegetable oils

• Apricot kernel oil :

Illuminating oil, it brings a real boost to your skin. Regenerating and revitalizing, it fights the signs of ageing.

Toning, it softens the driest skin. Emollient, it nourishes the skin and thus helps to make it softer. By strengthening the hydrolipidic film, it protects the skin from dehydration. Thanks to a composition made of vitamin E, antioxidants and omega 9 and 6, this oil will meet all your skin's needs. 

• Avocado oil : 

Indicated for sensitive skin, it is an excellent anti-aging, nourishing, protective and restructuring active ingredient.

• Borage oil : 

Ideal for strengthening the hydrolipidic film and maintaining the suppleness and hydration of the skin. This oil helps to compensate for the loss of tone and elasticity of the skin. 

 

Plants

• Cornflower floral water : 

A must! Known for its decongestant, soothing anti-dark circles effect, and its astringent properties that tighten pores and tone the skin.

It soothes tired, overworked eyes. Calming and revitalizing, it refreshes, stimulates and brightens the complexion. Purifying and soothing, it relieves and attenuates skin prone to discomfort.

• Aloe vera : 

The polysaccharides, naturally present in Aloe Vera, have a stimulating action on the cells synthesizing collagen and elastin to promote their production. Endowed with astringent properties, aloe vera gel tightens the pores of the epidermis. This tightening effect acts on the eye contour and will help reduce dark circles, while restoring the sparkle in the eye.

• Horse Chestnut :

Rrich in flavonoids and saponins, it promote the elimination of water retention and reduces edema and dark circles under the eyes by improving venous circulation

Le + Naturo : Drink 2 glasses / day for 1 week cranberry juice (cranberries) 

• caffeine :

 Studies have shown that caffeine activates blood microcirculation and energizes the skin to fight against sagging skin and the appearance of bags under the eyes. Caffeine-enriched face creams or masks have appeared for these reasons.

 

7. How do I apply eye care?

The eye contour treatment is applied in small quantities (2 or 3 drops maximum) on the eyebrow, from inside to outside by tapping, and on the top of the cheekbones, the bony part called the orbital bone. 

Avoid "waterproof" products as they often require removing makeup with a greasy substance.

The fragile area around the eyes does not tolerate greasy products which can cause swelling of the eyes.  

8. Which dermo-cosmetic anti-dark circles and anti-puffiness care routine?

1. MORNING ROUTINE

Step 1 - Gently cleanse your skin

It is important to start your day by eliminating excess sebum, dead cells and any traces of sweat. With lLinaé micellar care water, radiance activator & soothing, its water will refresh the eyes and activate the radiance of the face in a single gesture. 

 

Step 2 – Toning 

By applying to the skin using a cotton ball or directly as a spray l’Cornflower floral water decongests swollen eyelids, refreshes and clarifies the complexion.

 

Step 3 – Hydrate

The LaFare Wonderful Eye Contour Care stimulates the synthesis of hyaluronic acid with its formula rich in Avocado and plumps up your skin. Brown Seaweed facilitates the formation of collagen and elastin and Oats and Aloe Vera protect and hydrate your skin. 

Tightening effect guaranteed!

Do not forget to apply a day cream like the one proposed by DermoPlant the Hydratense cream, Who strengthens the quality of collagen and elastin, provides suppleness and firmness, nourishes and balances the hydration of the skin, slows down the natural aging of the skin and prevents the appearance of wrinkles. 

Applying your treatment with a light massage movement from the inside to the outside of the face helps to swallow the lymph which may be clogged and stimulates micro circulation. 

 

Step 4 - Make up

The BB Cream 5-in-1 - With essential oils and organic white tea from Florame is the subtle alliance between care and make-up. To increase coverage, apply the cream a second time. 

 

 

 

2. EVENING ROUTINE

Step 1 – Remove make-up

Florame Face & Eye Cleansing Milk, creamy texture, reveals the natural glow of your skin. Enriched with moisturizing organic Aloe Vera, it gently removes make-up from the face and eyes.

 

 

Step 2 - Clean

L’Linaé micellar care water radiance activator & soothing perfect make-up removal.

Step 3 – Repair

The eye contour care with organic argan oil will have a full action: anti-aging, anti-puffiness and concealer. Nourishes, smoothes and illuminates the look. Enriched with organic argan oil, floral waters of rose, cornflower and orange blossom. This eye contour illuminates your look and leaves a soft and fine texture.

 

Step 4: Moisturize

Reapply your day cream Hydratense, from Dermoplant.

 

 

3. ADDITIONAL CARE

• Roll-on minute care with Royal Jelly - Propolia

Morning and evening, make 2 to 3 passes on the contour of your eyes (from the outside to the inside), then tap lightly to make the product penetrate.

Royal Jelly, with powerful antioxidants and plants with recognized virtues, combine with the Tree of Eternal Youth to enhance your look.

Thanks to the combination of plants and active ingredients that promote microcirculation and revitalization of the skin, the exclusive formula visibly reduces wrinkles and dark circles, for a less tired eye contour.

 

 Masque thirst-quenching eyes - Hydramuse - Kadalys 

Apply once or twice a week to clean, dry skin without rinsing, after removing eye make-up. 

• In flash mask: Apply a thick layer to the eye contour. Leave on for 15 minutes then remove the excess with a cotton ball. Finally, tap gently with your fingertips to activate circulation.

OR

• As an intensive night mask: Apply a thick layer to the eye contour. Leave on overnight. When you wake up, tap gently with your fingertips to activate circulation.
  
  For a tenfold effect, place your mask in the fridge before use!

 

4. L’AUTO-MASSAGE

Practice self-massage to refresh the eyes and remove bags under the eyes!

L’auto-massage has the double advantage of relaxing while releasing its power in favor of visibly sublimated skin. On the face :

• It allows you to reduce stress by taking a moment for yourself and nothing but yourself, please!
• It stimulates blood circulation to oxygenate the skin
• It reduces the appearance of pockets and reduces the dark circles
• It provides radiance for a brighter complexion
• It smoothes the skin and slows down the process of cellular aging on mature skin (an excellent reflex to integrate into your beauty routine)

So we take a jade roller, or our fingers, and we massage, 5 minutes in the morning and in the evening. 

The facial gym is perfect for working the facial muscles in depth and reinforcing your anti-wrinkle routine.

The Gua-sha in natural semi-precious stone is used in the same way as the jade roller. They are massage tools used for millennia in traditional Chinese medicine

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