Understanding Eye Area Ageing: Causes and Treatment
Why the Eye Area Ages Faster
The delicate skin around the eyes is one of the first places where signs of ageing appear. This area is naturally thinner and more fragile than the rest of the face, making it more susceptible to the effects of ageing. Factors contributing to ageing around the eyes include:
- Thinning Skin: As we age, the already thin skin around the eyes becomes even thinner and heals more slowly.
- Loss of Strength: Decreasing collagen, elastin, and hyaluronic acid levels cause the skin to lose its strength.
- Weakened Muscles: The fine muscles around the eyes weaken and become more lax.
- Poor Circulation: Blood circulation and lymph drainage in the area below the eye become poor.
Modern Treatments for Eye Area Ageing
Advancements in aesthetic treatments have provided several non-surgical options to address signs of ageing around the eyes. Here are some of the effective treatments available at Skin Renewal:
Sagging Brows:
- Botulinum (Botox) on the Forehead: Corrects sagging brows by balancing the depressor and elevator muscles, providing a brow lift.
- Fractional Treatments: CO2 Fractional Laser, Pearl Fusion, ND:Yag skin tightening, Titan™ and skin tightening with Radiofrequency, strengthen and tighten the skin above the brows.
- Anchor Threads: Inserting anchor threads in the forehead encourages collagen production and allows for tissue lifting.
- Anchor Threads: Inserting anchor threads in the forehead encourages collagen production and allows for tissue lifting.
Hooded/Sagging Upper Eyelid:
- Non-Surgical Blepharoplasty: Using the medical Jett Plasma device to tighten and strengthen the upper eyelid without surgery.
- Endybleph and EndyEYE: These treatments address the early signs of ageing commonly found around the eyes, where the skin is thin and delicate. These treatments enhance the radiance and luminosity of the peri-orbital region by tightening sagging eyelids, lifting lax skin beneath the eyes, smoothing crow's feet, and reducing fine lines and wrinkles.
Crow’s Feet:
- Botulinum (Botox): Softens and relaxes the lines next to the eyes.
- Strengthening Treatments: CO2 Fractional Laser, Pearl Fusion, FSR, Endybleph & EndyEYE tighten the skin and reduce the visibility of wrinkles.
Dark Under Eye Circles:
- Dermal Fillers: Hyaluronic Acid fillers restore plumpness and hydration, making dark circles less noticeable.
- Carboxytherapy: Improves circulation and drainage under the eye, reducing dark circles.
Under Eye Sagging/Bags:
- Non-Surgical Under-Eye Lift: The Jett Plasma device tightens and strengthens the lower eyelid and under-eye bags.
- Dermal Fillers: Properly placed by a skilled injector, they replace lost volume and reduce sagging.
- Fractional Treatments: CO2 Fractional Laser, Pearl Fusion, Endybleph and EndyEYE offer excellent results.
Achieving the Perfect Eye Lift
A combination of strategically placed botulinum, dermal fillers, and PDO threads can shape the eye, whether aiming for an “almond eye lift” or a “cat eye lift.” Combining these with treatments that encourage collagen and elastin production yields the best, long-lasting results.
The Role of Topical Creams
While topical creams can offer some improvement, they typically take at least 3 months to show results. For more severe lines, in-clinic treatments like Laser Genesis, Skin Tightening, Radiofrequency, and injectables are necessary for significant improvement.
Here are some eye creams to consider for various eye rejuvenation concerns:
Combining various modern treatments provides effective solutions for combating the signs of ageing around the eyes. Understanding the causes and available treatments allows you to choose the best approach to maintain a youthful appearance.
