Your skin matters
Our skin is the largest organ. It is composed of three different layers: the epidermis (the outermost layer of skin), the dermis (the middle layer) and the subcutaneous layer (the deepest layer). The eyelid dermis is much thinner compared to the skin of other parts of our body, so it deserves extra attention and care!
One of the best ways look after your skin is by taking precautions such as protecting your skin against the sun, adopting a healthy and following a good skin routine. All of these steps will show noticeable results in years to come.
Under eye skincare tips
The skin around the eyes is the most sensitive on our face. It is more inclined to dryness and dehydration and it is one of the first places that show signs of ageing, such as wrinkles, fine lines and drooping eyes. Most people don’t pay much attention to the skin around their eyes. If you are one of them, maybe it is time to reassess your daily skin routine.
- Twice a day, apply a moisturising eye cream made from natural ingredients, especially if you have mature or dry skin. Using an eye cream that contains hydrating ingredients such as hyaluronic acid helps boost hydration, which will brighten the eye contour.
- Unless instructed otherwise, apply your eye cream before your face cream or serum. This allows your skin to better absorb the nutrients from the eye cream.
- Tap the eye cream into the skin in the under-eye area. The tapping movement works as a gentle message which helps to reduce puffiness and increase lymphatic drainage.
- Remember to wear sun cream or lotion (at least 30 SPF) whenever you go out. The depletion of the ozone layer in our planet has further increased our risk of sun damage from harmful UV radiation (both UVA and UVB ray). Your skin type is a major risk factor for developing skin cancer. The research findings show that people with fair skin tones and blue eyes are more at risk for sunburn, skin ageing and skin cancer. Sunscreens that blocks UVA and UVB rays are best, as they reduce the risk of sunburn and premature skin ageing. According to the Skin Cancer Foundation in the USA, by applying sunscreen every day can cut your risk of developing skin cancer (melanoma) in half.
- It is estimated that at least 10% of cataract cases are attributed to UV exposure. So don’t forget to wear a sun hat and UV blocking sunglasses to give your skin extra protection.
Treat yourself with a good organic eye cream
One of Moonette’s star organic skin care products is our Shea- butter Eye Cream. This ultra moisturising cream is suitable for all skin types, including sensitive skin. It is 100% plant based , and the ingredients are not tested on animals. The formula contains three amazing organic vegetable oils which are packed with antioxidants: shea- butter (contains oleic acid, latex, vitamin A and E), rosehip oil (rich in vitamin C), and avocado oil (rich in vitamin E). In addition, the essential oils extracted from German chamomile (anti-inflammatory) andpalmarosa are carefully chosen to optimize the cream’s anti-ageing properties.
6 benefits of applying our shea-butter eye cream
- Moisturizes and revitalizes the tissues and restores skin’s elasticity
- Reduces and prevents wrinkles and fine lines
- Minimizes dark circles and bags
- Reduces puffiness
- Helps even out skin tone and lessens age spots
- Protects against allergy to sun rays (thanks to the latex found in shea-butter)
Enrich your skincare routine with a jade roller and guasha
Jade roller and guasha facial massages can help relax the facial and neck muscles, improve blood circulation, release tension and reduce puffiness. It is a great idea to use a small jade roller to massage your eyebrows and your under-eye area after you have applied eye cream. Sweep a guasha tool over the under-eye area and out to the temple, all the way to the hairline.
Repeat at least three times on each eye, then work the tool from the inside corner of the brow bone outward to the temple area. You can incorporate these amazing tools into your skincare routine to improve skin health and give yourself a facial treat within the comfort of your own home.
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