As of this blog, I am a mere 26 years old. I say mere not to indicate that I think I'm younger than I really am, even though I try not to think about 30 being within arms reach. I say mere because most girls my age aren't even thinking about fine lines at this point, but I've been putting on eye cream religiously for several months now. It's almost like being a grown up.
We don't usually take care of things until they've gotten to a point where they need to be cared for. Sunburns are a great example... everythings fabulous on the beach until someone needs the aloe. Then of course it's all "hind sight's 20/20".
Living in Vegas means lots of dry weather. Combined with the Accutane (a medication I'm currently on that dries me out) my skin feels like a cross between plaster dust and sand paper. I suppose it's a blessing in disguise, because I'm frequently aware of the dryness around my eyes and am using copious amounts of Active Triple Treatment Eye Cream by Bare Escentuals. I'm almost out and I'm looking into getting a cream from Suki... they are known for their eco-freindly practices. I'm topping off my eye cream with the usual slather of SPF 50. Were all so damn worried about looking greasy or shiney that we forget the other option is dry and crinkly. Well, I'm here to tell you that oil is what keeps your sking healthy and smooth, so get over it and start properly moisturizing.
What are you doing to protect your eyes? You 20-something girls, listen to me. Now is the time to be taking great care of the tender skin around our eyes. One of the number one complaints women have is the fine lines around their peepers. It cannot be prevented, but it can be delayed. And if you've already got some, you can at least halt the progress. Sun damage and dehydration are going to ruin your lovely peepers.
"I want my eyes to pop/stand out." I hear it almost as soon as her tush hits my makeup chair. We all love our eyes, and most of us thinks it's our best feature. Show them some love by wearing that sunscreen, applying that eye cream, and trying not to tug, rub, or pull. You'll never know if it worked or not because you'll never know what "would have been" if you had kept your wicked ways, but trust me, it's worth it.
Amelia, you are so right! 30 years ago, l started getting monthly facials. It was peer pressure in the pre-spa days. But now, l consistantly get compliments as to how l look 10 years younger than l am. And one was even from a plastic surgeon! (No, it was not a consultation) You cannot over stress the importance of good skin care.
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