ANSWERS—the areas around your eyes are very sensitive and thin and this is also the first area that shows signs of aging in the form of wrinkles and fine lines. You can also see the first signs of stress or illness in the areas around your eyes. This area is also prone to dryness because of the absent of enough oil glands in the area. In addition to being itchy in this area some people even experience a burning sensation. If you notice this condition you should consider some type of treatment to help reduce the wrinkles around your eyes. If you take care of the wrinkles as soon as you notice them you can help to reduce the effects of this condition.
Causes
The skin area around your eyes can be dry for a variety of reasons. The dryness can also cause itchy skin around eyes too. Here are some of the many causes of this condition.
Stress
- Poor diet and nutrition
- Malnutrition
- Allergic reactions to a variety of things
- Using excessive amounts of cosmetics
- Not enough sleep or staying out too late
- Excessive bathing of your face with harsh soaps
- Some illnesses.
Home treatments
When you are treating this condition you should try first home remedies for taking care of dry skin and if that does not work, then you can try some of the over the counter medications. You may need to see a dermatologist if neither of these suggestions work.
Here are some home treatments you can try.
- As soon as you notice the dry skin start drinking more water to hydrate your skin.
- Make sure that you are using a moisturizing cream on your face at least twice a day. You should do it before you go to bed and when you get up in the morning.
- Make sure that you do not pull or scratch the area around your eyes. It could lead to itching, a burning sensation, or redness.
- Make sure that you get enough rest and sleep.
- Get plenty of exercise
- If you have dry skin around your eyes make sure that you avoid wearing makeup in that area for several days. You can use instead skin creams with emollients, natural oils, minerals, antioxidants, and vitamins.
- At night before you go to bed make sure that you are washing all your makeup off.
- When you go out in the sun wear a sunglasses and a heat. Apply sunscreen.
- Avoid any harsh weather conditions such as extreme cold or heat.
- Avoid drinking excess alcohol and cigarette smoke.
- Make sure that you have proper nutrition for your skin. Make sure that you eat plenty of foods that are rich in minerals and vitamins. Make sure that you are getting plenty of zinc, compounds like bioflavonoids, lutein, omega-2 fatty acids, and carotenoids. A vitamin that is good for dry skin is vitamin E.
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