How to Rid Yourself of Puffy Eyes

Posted on October 29, 2009 by Joanna

Dark circles and puffy eyes are a lethal combination no woman wants to have.  The swelling that occurs in your eyes is caused by fluid that gathers under your eyes when you are sleeping.  Those nasty dark circles, commonly referred to as raccoon eyes, can be a burden in the morning when are you trying to look your best.  You can start doing some simple things to help reduce your morning puffy eyes and get back your radiant shine.  First, prop your head up on a pillow to help the fluid drain.  Applying cold, seeped black-tea sachets on your eyelids in the morning can dramatically reduce your swollen blood vessels.  Just think of them as cucumbers!  To finish it off, apply a small amount of eye wrinkle cream  to those tired, raccoon eyes to even out your skin tone.

One of the best eye creams that I’ve found is Garnier Nutritioniste Skin Renew Daily Anti-Fatigue Eye Cream.  It contains vitamin C, which helps reduce the appearance of eye wrinkles too. Just dab it gently around your eyes and tada! Like magic, your puffy eyes will gradually disappear and you are ready to start a new day!

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Eye Wrinkle Fighters for Your 30s – Plus $10 Off Olay Pro-X!

Posted on October 16, 2009 by Joanna

Many people start to see the first signs of aging in their early 30s, mostly due to the sun exposure received in their early adulthood. This is great time to start doing damage control. To combat dull complexion and eye wrinkles, try smoothing your skin with ingredients such as retinol, peptides, niacinamide and alpha hydroxy acids.

One great solution is Olay ProX Wrinkle Smoothing Cream. This night cream is super thick but absorbs well, so it doesn’t feel sticky. The peptides and niacinamide even out skin tone, correct skin discolorations from sun damage, and reduce the appearance of wrinkles. For the eye area specifically, the Olay eye cream, Olay ProX Eye Restoration Complex, is a must have. This eye wrinkle cream is formulated for the sensitive eye area, unlike the Wrinkle Smoothing Cream, which may irritate eyes if applied too closely. It’s niacinamide improves the skin’s elasticity, smoothing out eye wrinkles, and the peptides stimulate cell growth, repairing damaged skin cells and correcting rough, discolored skin. Plus, it contains caffeine to reduce puffy eyes.

Olay ProX Eye Restoration Complex

Better yet, Olay Pro-X is giving away $10 off coupons for a limited time! Click here to receive your coupon for $10 off your next purchase of any two Olay Pro-X products.

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Anti-Aging Eye Rollers: Olay vs. Garnier

Posted on September 25, 2009 by Joanna

Olay Regenerist is taking Garnier’s eye roller concept to the next level. The new Olay Regenerist AntiAging Eye Roller claims to not only decrease eye puffiness and under eye bags like the Garnier Nutritioniste skin Renew Anti Puff Eye Roller, but it also claims to reduce eye wrinkles.

Olay Regenerist AntiAging Eye Roller
The Garnier eye roller first created a buzz by saying it can massage away puffy eyes by reducing the excess under eye fluid that builds up during the night. Olay took a similar approach, except that their Olay eye roller has three micro-rollers instead of one roller like Garnier. It also contains a hydrating serum that smooths out the lines and wrinkles around the eyes and improves the skin’s elasticity.

My favorite thing about these products is that you don’t need to use your finger to apply the eye wrinkle cream, which is good for two reasons: 1. When you apply eye wrinkle cream with your finger, you run the risk of stretching or damaging the delicate skin under the eyes, which can lead to more eye wrinkles. 2. Your fingers are often dirtier than you think! By applying the cream using a roller, you aren’t spreading dirt and bacteria onto your face or into a jar of eye wrinkle cream.

Have you tried the Garnier eye roller or the Olay eye roller? If so, I’d love to hear from you!

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Can Certain Sleeping Positions Keep Eye Wrinkles Away?

Posted on August 28, 2009 by Joanna

As bizarre as it sounds, yes!

The American Academy of Dermatology warns that sleeping in the same position every night can eventually cause “sleep lines” such as forehead and eye wrinkles. These are the creases that form on your skin’s surface while you sleep. These usually disappear a few minutes after you’ve gotten up. But, if you have a consistent sleeping position, the sleep lines can remain etched into your skin. This is particularly noticeable as you age and your skin loses its elasticity.

It actually makes a lot of sense. Just like any repetitive facial movement, such as squinting, frowning or smiling, if you’re causing the same lines to form on your face over and over, the lines will eventually become permanent. If you sleep on your side, you may cause your cheeks to scrunch up toward your eyes, creating crows feet and eye wrinkles.

So what can we do to prevent sleep lines? In addition to getting a good eye wrinkle cream that contains vitamins A and C, the ADA suggests sleeping on your back. Now, if you’re like me and you twist and turn all night long, you may need some assistance in staying on your back. Try putting pillows on either side of your body. These pillows can act like bumpers and keep you from rolling over onto your side or stomach.

Best wishes for a restful sleep and a wrinkle-free morning!

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Sale Alert: 20% Off Anti Aging Products!

Posted on August 13, 2009 by Joanna

I got an email about this today and just had to share it with you. One of my favorite online beauty stores, SkinCareRx.com, is having a 20% storewide sale! This place has an awesome selection of eye wrinkle cream and other anti aging beauty products. But, my favorite thing about it is that you can shop by skin type. So, if you aren’t sure whether a cream or gel will work better to reduce your eye wrinkles, or whether you need separate day and night moisturizers, then this is the place to go. Once you select your skin type, it can help you tailor a skin care regimen that will work best for your skin. If you’re using a product that isn’t meant for your skin type, you could end up damaging your skin and wasting money. The product reviews on the site are also very helpful when trying to decide what will work best for you.

SkinCareRX has a huge variety of cleansers, toners, moisturizers, anti wrinkle treatments and other products available for this 20% discount. Just click on the image below and enter the coupon code BASICS20 at checkout.

Happy shopping!

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Free Samples of New Kinerase Cream!

Posted on July 15, 2009 by Joanna

Sephora is giving away FREE samples of the new Kinerase PhotoFacials Sun Damage Reversal System products! This new Kinerase cream system replicates the benefits of photofacials, which are popular treatments performed by dermatologists to reduce signs of sun damage. The Kinerase PhotoFacials system reverses these signs of sun damage by diminishing eye wrinkles and other fine lines, and improving uneven skin pigmentation, tone and texture. It is a 3-step system that includes a daily exfoliating cleanser, day moisturizer with SPF 50 to protect the skin from further sun damage, and a night moisturizer with kinetin to stimulate cell regeneration and reduce wrinkles.

If you visit a Sephora store, no purchase is necessary to receive the free sample, which is a 4-day supply. The Sephora stores inside JCPenney and Sephora Canada stores are not participating in the giveaway. Merchandise purchase IS necessary to receive the free sample online at Sephora.com. Enter promo code PHOTOFACIAL3 at checkout. This free sample offer is valid July 15 through August 31, 2009 while supplies last. So, hurry to get your free sample, then let me know what you thought about the Kinerase PhotoFacials. I’d love to hear your feedback.

The one thing I don’t like about this skin care system is that it lacks a Kinerase eye cream. The eye area often shows the signs of aging first, so I suggest getting an eye wrinkle cream that is specifically formulated for this delicate area. I highly recommend Kinerase Intensive Eye Cream, which is a top selling eye wrinkle cream on Sephora and SkinCareRx.com, my favorite online beauty store.

Redbook Magazine is also having an online contest to give away Kinerase PhotoFacial systems, valued at $216 each, to three lucky Redbook readers. Simply visit Redbook’s website, enter your information to receive a free trial subscription, and you’ll be entered to win. Good luck!

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Acne AND Eye Wrinkles?!

Posted on July 7, 2009 by Joanna

Yep, it’s a double whammy. You probably thought that acne would go away after your teen years, and you wouldn’t have to worry about eye wrinkles until you’re “old.” Then you became an adult and reality sunk in – You can have pimples and wrinkles at the same time! This realization has been known to spur a “Why God?” moment in many adults.

If you suffer from adult acne, you’re not alone. Millions of people have aging, acne-prone skin. On the bright side, you can actually hit two birds with one stone. Many anti-aging products are also great acne fighters. As dermatologist Heidi Waldorf stated in Allure Magazine, “Prescription retinoids such as tretinoin and tazarotene are potent acne medications as well as the gold standard for topical anti-aging.” These retinoids fight acne by removing the dead skin cells that clog pores and cause whiteheads and blackheads. They also reduce the appearance of eye wrinkles and other signs of aging by increasing cell turnover and collagen production. They not only fight the signs of sun damage, but they also fight genetic aging as well.

For less severe acne and wrinkles, try the over-the-counter products that contain lower-strength retinol, which is an active derivative of vitamin A. One product that gets great reviews for preventing breakouts, reducing wrinkles and improving overall skin tone is La Roche-Posay Biomedic Retinol 15.

La Roche-Posay Biomedic Retinol 15

This is a great product for those with sensitive skin or those who are using retinol cream for the first time. If you’ve started on Retinol 15 or used retinol cream before without skin irritation, you can try the higher strength La Roche-Posay Biomedic Retinol 30. As always, but particularly when using any retinol cream, be sure to wear sunscreen of at least spf 25 during the day to protect your skin from wrinkle-causing skin damage. For extra help around the eye area, try the Clinicians Complex Retinol Eye Cream. It contains retinol and retinyl palmitate for reducing the appearance of eye wrinkles and tocopherol (vitamin E) and soybean oil to moisturize.

Adult acne can be frustrating and embarrassing. By using retinol creams, you can have younger-looking skin – without looking like a pimply teenager!

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Tips on Healthy Summertime Skin

Posted on June 25, 2009 by Joanna

Everyone loves summertime, but it can wreak havoc on your skin. In addition to sunburns and mosquito bites, chlorine and saltwater dry out the skin. Plus, you sweat more in the summer, which makes skin less supple. And, we all know what dry, sun-damaged skin can lead to…eye wrinkles! So how do you resuscitate summertime skin and stave off the wrinkles?

Let’s start with the inside. WebMD recommends eating lots of strawberries, raspberries and blueberries, which are high in antioxidants and vitamin C, and protein in the form of lean meats, beans and nuts. Because calcium can be lost while sweating, WebMD also recommends eating low-fat dairy products like skim milk and yogurt. One of the most important things you can do though is drink more water. Aim for at least 8 glasses of water a day. It not only hydrates and regulates your body, but also helps improve your complexion, making you look and feel younger.

Now for the outside. To protect yourself from the UVA rays that cause melanoma and damage collagen and elastin, leading to eye wrinkles, wear sunscreen with at least SPF 30. You will get about 97% protection from SPF 30 and about 98% from SPF 45. It’s best to use sunscreen everyday, and the most effective anti aging facial moisturizers will contain sunscreen. Wearing sunglasses and hats regularly also help to shield your face from eye wrinkle-causing sun damage. For mosquitos, clinical studies have proven that DEET is the most effective chemical repellent. Because DEET is so effective, experts suggest that you only use the recommended amount, avoid the mouth, nose and eyes, and wash with soap and water once you’re inside. Not a fan of chemical-based products? A natural alternative, according to WebMD, is the oil of lemon eucalyptus.

Amidst all the summertime fun, remember to protect your skin from the inside and on the outside, and you’ll have healthy, youthful-looking skin for many summers to come!

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The Secret to Having a Tan Face Without Getting Eye Wrinkles

Posted on June 19, 2009 by Joanna

Excessive sun exposure is the leading cause of premature eye wrinkles, so I go to great lengths to shield my face from the sun.  In addition to wearing hats and sunglasses regularly, I wear a daily moisturizer with spf 25.  The only downside?  After a couple trips to the lake and the neighborhood pool, my face tends to be a few shades paler than the rest of my body!

To remedy this, I’ve tried using bronzer and tinted makeup, but I usually end up not looking very natural.  I was lamenting to a (very tan) friend about this the other day, and she told me her secret to having a tan without damaging her skin or getting eye wrinkles – sunless self face tanner.

She said that rather than using the same self tanner on your face as you do the rest of your body, it’s best to get a self tanner that is specifically formulated for your face and won’t clog pores.  She claims the best self tanner for the face is Fake Bake Anti-Aging Facial Self Tanner.
Fake Bake Anti-Aging Facial Self Tanner

My friend said she likes how it is lightweight and doesn’t leave streaks.  Plus, it helps improve skin tone and texture with its powerful eye wrinkle fighters such as moisturizing tocopherol (vitamin E) and Matrixyl (palmitoyl pentapeptide), which is also found in highly effective anti aging and eye wrinkle creams such as StriVectin and Olay eye products.

Here are the instructions she gave me to apply the face tanner:  First, wash your face and use an exfoliating scrub to remove any dead skin.  Once your face is dry, squeeze about a quarter size of the self tanner into your hands.  Starting at your cheekbones, thoroughly rub the self tanner all over your face.  It’s important to get a thin layer of self tanner evenly distributed all over your face.  To create an authentic sun-kissed look, you can apply a thin second layer to just your cheekbones and top of your nose, where the sun hits your face the most.  Next, thoroughly wash your hands with soap and water.  Pay particular attention to cleaning the areas where the self tanner tends to collect, such as your knuckles and between your fingers.  Once the self tanner is dry, apply your eye wrinkle cream and sunscreen with spf 15 or higher.

So, it is possible to have tan, but still healthy, youthful-looking skin.  The secret is to fake it!

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Exclusive Offer: 20% Off All Skin Care Products!

Posted on June 12, 2009 by Joanna

Now’s the time to stock up on your eye wrinkles products!

One of my favorite online skin care stores, SkinCareRx, is having a storewide 20% off sale!  Enter the code word NEWCART20 at checkout and save 20% on your next purchase.  Plus, get free shipping on orders over $49!

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