Cold winter temperatures combined with heated indoor spaces dry out our skin more than any other season. We need more intensive protective care, especially for the sensitive skin around the eyes. Winter can be a very stressful time, which can bring tired-looking eyes, dark circles and redness. This period is ideal for rebalancing our habits. More and more, we enjoy unwinding in our oasis of calm under a blanket with a cup of tea — which leaves more time for proper care of our largest organ, the skin.
Below are a few useful tricks for caring for one of the most sensitive and smallest areas of skin — the area around the eyes. This area is characterized by sensitivity and thin skin, which therefore has a reduced ability to retain hydration in its deeper layers. That is why wrinkles, dryness and a feeling of tightness show here the most.
Frequent problems also include dark circles, which form due to a poor oxygen supply — that is, poor circulation. Then there are puffiness and swelling, whose causes can range from allergies to an excessive intake of alcohol or salt (salt retains excess water in the body).
1. Every good skincare routine starts with cleansing
Before serums, creams and masks, it is essential to start with proper cleansing. Depending on skin type we can use different products to remove impurities and make-up. When cleansing the eye area, however, cosmetics for sensitive skin are most recommended. Micellar waters are hugely popular and you’re probably wondering, “How did I ever live without this?!” They are simple to use and very effective at removing make-up and impurities from the skin — and some of them remove waterproof make-up too.
Matis Vitality By m
Miscellar Water 3 in 1
An express make-up cleanser.
This 3-in-1 micellar water is ideal for young women in a hurry. It cleanses the face, eyes and lips. Skin is clean and fresh in a single sweep!
Contents: 200 ml
VITAMIN C: an extraordinary active ingredient, Vitamin C stimulates collagen synthesis, protects the cells from damage caused by free radicals and evens out skin tone. It brings energy, freshness and radiance.
GOJI BERRY EXTRACT: rich in antioxidants, vitamin C, B vitamins and amino acids, it strengthens and stimulates cell renewal and protects the epidermis.
Matis Reponse Jeunese
ESSENTIAL MICELLAR WATER
This make-up cleanser, Essential Micellar Water, gently captures and eliminates every trace of make-up and other impurities. It protects the skin and prevents premature aging. For all skin types.
Content : 200 ml
CRANBERRY EXTRACT: an antioxidant, rich in polyphenols
ELEMIS
Smart Cleanse Micellar Water
Removes even waterproof make-up with ease.
Micelles — clusters of molecules that attract oil- and water-based dirt and impurities to remove grime gently but effectively.
English rose — softens and soothes
2. Deep cleansing matters for better absorption of active ingredients
Cleansing oils for make-up removal are a 2-in-1 product: besides dissolving and lifting make-up very effectively, they nourish the skin around the eyes and the lashes. If you want to further regenerate your lashes while cleansing, look for oils and eye products that contain vitamin B5. Apply the cleansing oil to the eye area and massage gently until the mascara/eyeshadow fully dissolves. If needed, add water, which turns the oil into a milk; rinse or wipe away the excess with damp cotton pads. Cleansing oils we love: Elemis Nourishing Omega-Rich Cleansing Oil 195 ml, 265.00 kn
3. Toning as the key ally against that tight-skin feeling
After washing with water, the skin asks for its pH to be rebalanced with a toner. The same goes for the area around the eyes! Hard water leaves limescale on our skin and dries it out. That’s why our face so often feels tight. The most sensitive part of the face, the eye area, calls for richer care. After cleansing, it is important to tone the area to prepare it for the next steps.
For all skin types, and especially sensitive skin, we recommend Matis Paris Yeux Gentle Eye Lotion 150 ml, 217.00 kn.
This toner will remove any make-up residue, hydrate, and prepare the eye area for further care.
4. Treat yourself to enriched care every week, for the gaze of your dreams
We regularly treat our hair and skin to masks for recovery, smoothing and hydration — why wouldn’t we do the same for the delicate skin around the eyes! It really is a fine time to be alive, with so many eye-area masks to choose from. Whether your priority is dealing with wrinkles, puffiness or dark circles, or you simply want smoothing, the beauty houses have thought of everyone. Collagen, hyaluronic acid, retinol, thermal water or gold are some of the ingredients of the popular silicone eye patches. We love them because they’re simple to use (no dosing, dabbing or careful application), and after around 20 minutes there’s no removal with pads or water — you simply “peel them off” for fantastic results. Thanks to their silicone structure, which prevents drying and moisture loss, these masks deliver incredible results and are ideal against dry skin and a tired gaze during flights. For instant smoothing with long-lasting results, try the Elemis Pro-Collagen Hydra-Gel Eye Masks 6x2, 437.00 Kn.
An eye mask that delivers a plumping effect with hyaluronic acid and dragon tree extract, Rodial Dragon's Blood Eye Masks, 8x2 £39.00, also reduces dark circles and inflammation (coming soon to Croatia).
5. Rich finishing care for long-lasting results
The finishing touch of any skincare routine is a cream. Creams deliver highly valuable active ingredients that address dark or puffy under-eyes, uneven skin texture, wrinkles or any discoloration in the eye area.
Besides creams, we also use serums — highly concentrated preparations with a lighter texture that absorb faster and more effectively into the deeper layers of the skin.
After cleansing the eye area, pat or massage in a small amount of a suitable finishing product regularly, for supple, elastic skin. Rebuilding fragile structure, smoothing and lifting the contours around the eyes is the job of Elemis’s Pro-Definition Eye & Lip Contour Cream 15 ml, 589.00 kn wow-junkie.com.
ELEMIS Absolute eye serum, 15 ml — hydrating care with hyaluronic acid, osmanthus absolute and chamomile essential oil; it works as an anti-inflammatory, against puffy eyes and dark circles.
285.37 kn
Perricone MD Hypoallerganic
Firming Eye Cream
For sensitive skin, it delivers hydration in a non-greasy, fast-absorbing formula. It contains hyaluronic acid and olive polyphenols that nourish the skin and prevent irritation. Suitable for dry skin, it helps prevent wrinkles.
Price for 15 ml: 540.00 kn
For extremely sensitive skin, pat the serum or cream around the eye contour as the final step; for all other skin types, massage it in with circular motions. You can also use lifting strokes, drawing up toward the brow.
For a radiant gaze and super-smooth skin, don’t forget to stick to the routine both morning and evening — and the stunning results will not fail to show.