Expression lines, wrinkles, bags, loss of elasticity and inflammation, there are many signs that accumulate in the eye area, which is why today we are letting you know the exact way in which you should apply the eye contour. You will be able to give your skin an extra firmness that will be visible from day one.
Tips to know how to apply the eye contour
Memorize these steps well and incorporate them into your usual facial beauty routines.
1 Prepare the skin
First of all, we do a facial cleansing of the entire face, wash with lukewarm water, and apply the cleansing milk and then our usual moisturizing cream. Once the cream has been completely absorbed, we move on to the next step.
2 Apply the eye contour with a gentle massage
It’s time to apply the eye contour, to do this, gently massage with your fingertips from the inside of the eye outwards, as if you were drawing a triangle. Do not forget any area, especially where the hateful crow’s feet tend to appear.
As for the area of the eye where bags are usually found, you should put on the eye contour with a few light touches, from the outside in, to help circulation; don’t put any pressure on it.
3 What eye contour is better to use?
Always one of quality and a trusted brand. Now, as with everything, there is a specific type of contour for each beauty problem.
- The best contour against sagging. While you want to tackle flab, get one that is high in peptides.
- End dark circles and bags. If what you want is to reduce dark circles or bags that appear under the eyes, especially when the day ends and fatigue makes an appearance, opt for an eye cream with decongestant active ingredients. Extra tip, use a roll-on applicator.
- And for the crow’s feet? Retinol will undoubtedly give your skin the extra firmness it needs to end crow’s feet.
4 How much eye cream should be applied each time?
Surely you have heard that phrase that says that the essence is sold in small packages, because something similar happens with the eye contour. You will see that these products come in very small packages, don’t worry, if you use it well, it can last up to three months. Keep in mind that cosmetics also have an expiration date that you must respect in order for the product to work on your skin.
Apply the right and necessary amount, neither more nor less, it seems simple but once you are at it you will see that you have to get the hang of it.
5 At what age should you start using the eye contour?
There are those who believe that the sooner the better to avoid the appearance of signs of aging; we tell you that everything will depend on the type of skin you have. If you are exposed to the sun’s rays very often, you may need to start using it earlier, the same happens if your skin tends to be sensitive, dry or very fair.
6 At what time of day is it best to use the eye contour?
What the experts recommend is to use it both in the morning and at night, always after the facial cleansing routine that we discussed at the beginning. The eye area will look hydrated, puffiness will be reduced, and your skin will be glowing.