New Year New You Series: Revitalize Your Eyes
Posted by Re Salon on Mon, Jan 30, 2012 @ 10:23 AM
Do your peepers need a pick me up?
We've got the tips and tricks for keeping your optics in optimal shape!
+Get Plenty of Rest
Staying up past your bedtime might be fun sometimes…but it will cause your eyes to look tired and drab! Lack of rest can lead to all kinds of temporary eye troubles, such as redness, irritation, dark circles and puffiness. Not only are these dead giveaways of a long (or should we say short) night, they also make you appear older. When our eyes are irritated, we tend to subconsciously rub them...this rubbing stretches the skin, leading to wrinkles. Aim for eight hours of shut eye per night to keep your baby blue's looking youthful and refreshed!
+Lengthen Your Lashes
Longer, fuller and darker lashes help make your peepers pop! Mascara is a great temporary option…but today’s technology brings us long term options as well. Latisse for lashes is an amazing product that actually lengthens and darkens lashes over time. Many Latisse users report seeing their lashes double in fullness after the 16 week program!
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+Keep Your Brows in Check
As we've previously blogged, your eyebrows are the frame of your face. Keeping yours well- groomed will keep you looking fresh and fabulous! Well-maintained eyebrows will help your eyes to shine and make your overall look complete. Keep yours fur-free with regular waxing or threading appointments, and fill in sparse-looking brows with a quick brow tint.
+Treat the Wear and Tear
It's inevitable...your eyes are going to sustain the wear and tear of the elements. Take steps to prevent future damage and treat what's already been done. Make sure you use an anti-aging, moisturizing eye cream in the morning and at night; our absolute favorite is Elastiderm by Obagi. Make sure you apply properly after cleansing by tapping the product around your eye area with your ring finger. We also love the Opal by Clarisonic, which works to immediately de-puff eyes and prevent future damage. The Opal gently taps an anti-aging serum around your eye at 125 sonic movements per second, maximizing absorption into your skin. Skin appears brighter and immediately begins reducing the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.