- Loss of collagen: As the body ages, we produce less collagen and our collagen breaks down. Collagen is the protein in the body that gives strength and flexibility. Loss of collagen around the eyes gives the appearance of sunken eyes and also contributes to crows feet.
- Loss of muscle tone: We have donut shaped muscles which ring our eyes (orbiclaris oculi muscles), as these loose muscle tone, the skin around the eye appears more droopy, contributing to hooded eyes, crows feet and sunken eyes. It can also worsen fluid retention around the eyes.
- Fluid retention: This can be due to a number of reasons, including too much salt, poor lymphatic drainage, loss of muscle tone, genes.
- Boosting Blood flow (feeding skin with oxygen and nutrients, making it appear healthier)
- Strengthening the eye muscles to smooth and widen the eyes
- Boosting natural collagen production
- Boosting lymphatic drainage (remove fluid)
- Combatting eye strain
- Drink plenty of water
- Cold compress when puffy
- Get plenty of sleep
- Sleeping position – try and sleep on your back where possible for less wrinkles and fluid retention
- Eat nourishing, plant based and protein rich foods
