AS the skin around our eyes is so delicate, it tends to age quicker.
But just because you’ve long been experiencing fine lines, saggy bags and crow’s feet, it doesn’t mean all is lost.
In fact, one anti-ageing expert says that “now is the perfect time to start” looking after your optical area.
Kat James is 51-years-old with flawless skin, so much so that people on social media often mistake her for ten years younger.
And it’s all thanks to her prowess as a make-up artist.
Kat knows exactly the lotions and potions, as well as make-up products, to apply to smooth out wrinkles and reverse the signs of ageing.
When it comes to the under-eyes, she’s urged women to pick up gel masks designed for this region.
“If you haven’t yet incorporated under-eye masks into your skincare routine to diminish the appearance of crow’s feet and fine lines around your eyes, now is the perfect time to start,” Kat exclusively tells Fabulous.
“Under-eye masks are your secret weapon for achieving smoother, more youthful-looking skin around your eyes.
“For best results, apply on clean skin before make-up.
“They can also be used on a no make-up day for a refreshed look.”
Gel under-eye patches have become popular in skincare routines due to their targeted benefits – but experts like Kat have long been singing their praises.
The hydration provided by these patches, which is locked in by the gel surface, can plump up the skin by intensely quenching the thirst of your fine lines and wrinkles, duly diminishing their appearance.
Some patches include anti-aging ingredients like peptides and collagen.
These can help to smooth and firm the skin over time, meaning you’re still reaping the benefits of the patches even once they’re off.
“Using these patches under the eyes creates a beautifully smoothed and lifted looking eye area,” Kat says.
It’s important to note that while collagen-based skincare products may offer benefits, their effectiveness can hugely vary.
Some experts suggest that topical application of collagen may have limited effectiveness compared to other skincare ingredients that stimulate collagen production within the skin.
“While the results are temporary at first, with consistency, you will start to see an overall improvement in the texture of the delicate skin around the eyes.
“My two favourite eye patches are Murad Retinol Youth Renewal Eye Masks and Jouer Luminize Eye Patches Dark Circle Correcting and Smoothing.”
Other options include Pixi’s extensive range, which includes different patches for different eye concerns.
They all come in pots of 30 pairs for £22, working out at a cool 73p per application.
