SET YOUR SIGHTS
… plus products to prettify them
Ready for it
Long nights burning the midnight oil can lead to telltale signs of fatigue around the eyes. When you want instant results, these two will brighten and diminish fluid retention – and they also have a cumulative effect over time.
PREVAGE ANTI-AGING EYE SERUM, $199
Containing Idebenone, the protective ingredient designed to improve skin’s strength and appearance that shot the Prevage brand to stardom, this lightweight serum calls on a cooling metal applicator to de-puff and soothe, while ironing out fine lines and crow’s feet for a brighter looking eye area and reduced dark circles.
CLARINS HYDRA-ESSENTIEL MOISTURIZING EYE MASK, $69
Last-minute plans can cause a conundrum if you’re looking less than fresh. Applying an eye mask can be a quick solution and this one boasts a multi-benefit formula. If time isn’t on your side, pop the mask on for 10 minutes to brighten while plumping and polishing. Leaving it on overnight will remedy dehydration too.
On the regular
Did you know the eye area is a little lacking in the sebaceous glands, collagen and elastic fibres department? It’s one of the reasons delivering extra care via tailored products like the ones below is so beneficial. Besides one that fixes short-term symptoms of an overextended schedule, regular use of an eye cream designed to deliver simple hydration or with more active ingredients can help prevent the area becoming prematurely creased or saggy. Adding an eye treatment to your morning and evening regime is one of the most beneficial things you can do for your peepers.
ELIZABETH ARDEN SKIN ILLUMINATING BRIGHTENING EYE SERUM, $111
A blend of algae extracts and micronized diamond powder works in synergy in this serum to strengthen and brighten the eye area. Expect puffiness, darkness and fine lines to be softened when you add this to your daily skincare ritual.
ENVIRON YOUTH ESSENTIA VITA-PEPTIDE EYE GEL, $105
Brimming with a bounty of ingredients including vitamins, antioxidants and peptides, this gel is a heavy hitter when it comes to minimising fine lines and hydrating. You’ll notice any sun damage is dialled back, an improvement in elasticity and a reduction in fine lines and wrinkles.
But seriously
If you feel like topical treatments aren’t cutting it, it’s time to bring out the big guns. Treatments from clinical specialists promise some serious results.
DERMAPEN COLLAGEN INDUCTION
New-generation micro-needling, Dermapen has been a game-changer in this category thanks to a few factors. This treatment sees a pen-like device housing 16 needles passed over the skin, creating ‘micro-injuries’ that stimulate repair and collagen production. It sounds intense, but numbing cream and the speed of the new technology actually makes it relatively painless. Unlike previous incarnations of this treatment, the delicate eye area is safely and easily reached, the results are faster and there’s little downtime. A course of treatments is recommended for best results, but you’ll still see benefits after a single session, including tightening and a reduction in the appearance of fine lines. Find out more at clinic42.co.nz.
FOCUSED IONTOPHORESIS
Another treatment that’s seen a spike in popularity is iontophoresis, which uses a medical device and an electrical current to drive active skincare deeper into the skin. Peptides and vitamins can be tailored to tackle your specific issues, whether sagging, darkness or puffiness, and the treatment is often teamed with another such as microdermabrasion to ensure your skin is all set to absorb the good stuff. For those who want a salon treatment that’s not too invasive, this is the perfect choice. Find out more at skinwellness.co.nz.