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| − | The skin around your eyes is very sensitive and delicate, and as a result it is more prone to becoming dried out and flaky. <ref>http://www.md-health.com/Dry-Skin-Around-Eyes.html</ref> Healing dry skin around your eyes can seem like a challenging task, but with the right steps and information you can be well on your way to better-looking healthier skin! | + | The skin around your eyes is very sensitive and delicate, and as a result it is more prone to becoming dried out and flaky. <ref name="rf1">http://www.md-health.com/Dry-Skin-Around-Eyes.html</ref> Healing dry skin around your eyes can seem like a challenging task, but with the right steps and information you can be well on your way to better-looking healthier skin! |
[[Category:Aging and Dry Skin]] | [[Category:Aging and Dry Skin]] | ||
[[Category:Eye Skin Care]] | [[Category:Eye Skin Care]] | ||
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#*Dab your skin dry very gently with a towel when you are done washing. This is very important as drying too vigorously will trigger the skin around your eyes, potentially causing even more dryness. A gentle and sensitive approach is key. | #*Dab your skin dry very gently with a towel when you are done washing. This is very important as drying too vigorously will trigger the skin around your eyes, potentially causing even more dryness. A gentle and sensitive approach is key. | ||
#Be aware of variables in your environment. When avoided, this could diminish the dryness around your eyes. These include: | #Be aware of variables in your environment. When avoided, this could diminish the dryness around your eyes. These include: | ||
| − | #*Exposure to harsh chemicals, such as found in face cleaning products (particularly heavily-scented ones, which are often more irritating to the skin), make-up remover, or make-up itself. <ref | + | #*Exposure to harsh chemicals, such as found in face cleaning products (particularly heavily-scented ones, which are often more irritating to the skin), make-up remover, or make-up itself. <ref name="rf1" /> |
| − | #*Harsh weather such as wind, as well as humid or hot weather. <ref | + | #*Harsh weather such as wind, as well as humid or hot weather. <ref name="rf1" /> |
#*Stresses to the skin around the eyes, such as excessive rubbing. | #*Stresses to the skin around the eyes, such as excessive rubbing. | ||
| − | #*Exposure to chlorine from swimming pools. <ref | + | #*Exposure to chlorine from swimming pools. <ref name="rf1" /> |
#*Prolonged bathing which dries out the skin in general and is not helpful when you are trying to increase the overall moisture and hydration of your skin. | #*Prolonged bathing which dries out the skin in general and is not helpful when you are trying to increase the overall moisture and hydration of your skin. | ||
#Stay hydrated. Drinking lots of water helps to optimize the natural moisture in your skin, thereby decreasing dryness around your eyes. | #Stay hydrated. Drinking lots of water helps to optimize the natural moisture in your skin, thereby decreasing dryness around your eyes. | ||
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#Avoid smoking and minimize alcohol consumption. Smoking and excessive drinking have been linked to greater skin irritation, correlating to a higher incidence of dry skin. | #Avoid smoking and minimize alcohol consumption. Smoking and excessive drinking have been linked to greater skin irritation, correlating to a higher incidence of dry skin. | ||
#Know what medications you are on. It is important to consider any possible correlations between starting a new medication and developing drier skin. Sometimes it can be a side effect of medication; for instance, many women find their skin problems are exacerbated when taking the birth control pill (it can help to clear up acne, but may also contribute to drier skin). | #Know what medications you are on. It is important to consider any possible correlations between starting a new medication and developing drier skin. Sometimes it can be a side effect of medication; for instance, many women find their skin problems are exacerbated when taking the birth control pill (it can help to clear up acne, but may also contribute to drier skin). | ||
| − | #*Also be sure to consult your physician if you have any other medical conditions which may be playing a role in dry skin - things such as sunburns, "blepharitis" (a condition of the eyelids), "perioral dermatitis" (a type of skin rash that can arise from poor skin hygiene), or eczema. <ref | + | #*Also be sure to consult your physician if you have any other medical conditions which may be playing a role in dry skin - things such as sunburns, "blepharitis" (a condition of the eyelids), "perioral dermatitis" (a type of skin rash that can arise from poor skin hygiene), or eczema. <ref name="rf1" /> |
#*If your dry skin does not resolve after a trial of "home remedies," it is best to consult your physician to ensure that nothing more complicated is going on. | #*If your dry skin does not resolve after a trial of "home remedies," it is best to consult your physician to ensure that nothing more complicated is going on. | ||
=== Choosing Cosmetics and Moisturizing Creams === | === Choosing Cosmetics and Moisturizing Creams === | ||
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#*When selecting eyeshadow, the powder form is better than the cream form. This is because it is easier to remove, and overall less irritating to the skin around your eyes. (And remember, irritation to the skin around the eyes is a leading cause in dryness.) | #*When selecting eyeshadow, the powder form is better than the cream form. This is because it is easier to remove, and overall less irritating to the skin around your eyes. (And remember, irritation to the skin around the eyes is a leading cause in dryness.) | ||
#Minimize your use of eye make-up (particularly around your eyes). Also, wash it off as soon as you are done with gentle cleansers that do not exacerbate dry skin. Mascara and eye-liner can cause undue stress (pulling and stretching) of the skin around the eyes, making them more prone to dryness and irritation. | #Minimize your use of eye make-up (particularly around your eyes). Also, wash it off as soon as you are done with gentle cleansers that do not exacerbate dry skin. Mascara and eye-liner can cause undue stress (pulling and stretching) of the skin around the eyes, making them more prone to dryness and irritation. | ||
| − | #Use moisturizing creams around your eyes. Choose creams that are specifically designed for sensitive and dry skin. One simple option is Vaseline jelly, as this is a non-irritating and very effective remedy that can be applied gently beneath your eyes before bed each night. That way, you can wash it off in the morning without anyone having to see it during the day. <ref>http://www.vaseline.us/skin-health-care/dry-skin-around-the-eyes.html</ref> | + | #Use moisturizing creams around your eyes. Choose creams that are specifically designed for sensitive and dry skin. One simple option is Vaseline jelly, as this is a non-irritating and very effective remedy that can be applied gently beneath your eyes before bed each night. That way, you can wash it off in the morning without anyone having to see it during the day. <ref name="rf2">http://www.vaseline.us/skin-health-care/dry-skin-around-the-eyes.html</ref> |
| − | #*Another option is Kiehl's Creamy Eye Treatment with Avocado, which has been reported to have very effective results in people seeking to heal dry skin around their eyes. <ref>http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2013/09/19/kiehls-creamy-eye-treatment-review_n_3949641.html</ref> | + | #*Another option is Kiehl's Creamy Eye Treatment with Avocado, which has been reported to have very effective results in people seeking to heal dry skin around their eyes. <ref name="rf3">http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2013/09/19/kiehls-creamy-eye-treatment-review_n_3949641.html</ref> |
#*Overall, any moisturizing cream that is hypoallergenic and that seems to work for you (by process of trial and error, as you will be able to tell quite quickly whether it is worsening or improving the dryness around your eyes) should do the trick. The important thing is to be proactive and to use a moisturizing cream of some sort. | #*Overall, any moisturizing cream that is hypoallergenic and that seems to work for you (by process of trial and error, as you will be able to tell quite quickly whether it is worsening or improving the dryness around your eyes) should do the trick. The important thing is to be proactive and to use a moisturizing cream of some sort. | ||
=== Changing Your Diet === | === Changing Your Diet === | ||
