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Author: Johanna Myers

Antiaging Skin Care: What to do about those Raccoon Looking Eyes

Antiaging skin care, for far too many of us, is a very important part of our life. Its importance is magnified because - as a result of the lightning like speed of the advancements in biotechnology - we may now live to be over one hundred years old. That's a long time to have to worry about how our skin looks, as well as skin care options! One of the primary concerns pertains to how we keep the area around our eyes from developing those dark circles that make us look constantly tired.

Unfortunately it can be difficult as there are multiple factors that can contribute to this condition. For example, genetics can play an important role in determining whether the skin color under our eyes is likely to become darker as we age. Also, it's important to evaluate our sleep, eating habits, and lifestyle patterns for they can also lead to those ugly dark circles. Check the evidence by giving yourself the mirror test after staying out late at a party.

Research shows that the dark circles under our eyes are visibly magnified because the tiny veins beneath the skin in that area become more prominent as we grow older. Whether they are caused by genetics, or just a hectic life style, the question remains: Is there anything we can do to reduce the discoloration?

The answer to that question is: Yes. We may not be able to make the dark circles go away entirely, but some of the newly developed skin care products can improve the situation. Before we go into any antiaging skin care products let's discuss a related problem that needs similar attention - and that's those annoying bags under our eyes. They are typically caused by fat and fluids that form under the skin. Bags under the eyes are contributed to by some of the same conditions that cause the dark circles such as genetics or lack of sleep, but other things such as allergies and vitamin deficiencies may also play a role. The good news is the right skin care products can help reduce the outward appearance of both the dark circles and the bags under our eyes.

Finding the best antiaging skin care products for the eyes can be like an Easter Egg Hunt. You just have to keep looking. A good place to start looking for your antiaging eye cream is at a health food store as most of their products are natural skin care products that contain many natural ingredients like green tea, chamomile, Aloe Vera or grape-seed. The internet is also very useful, but be sure all the ingredients in the products you're researching are listed. Look for ingredients such as alpha hydroxyl acids, retinal, kinetin, and antioxidants. Many eye cream products are formulated to address all under-the-eye concerns - not just those dark circles and bags we hate so much; but also fine lines and wrinkles. When applying antiaging eye products you should always use a very small amount under the eye using only one finger applying it with light patting motions. Never use your eye cream on your eyelid.

Before we close our discussion let's look at a less appealing "fix" for both those dark circles and ugly bags - and that would be surgery. If you feel you have an extreme problem and have the time and money, surgery could be an effective resolution to both bags and dark circles. There are several popular procedures using lasers or blepheroplasty. When considering this option, be sure to do a thorough check of the history and qualifications of the surgeon. In any case, surgery should only be considered after you've tried everything else.

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