Ah, dry skin.
There’s more at play here than you might think.
What causes it?
Because the area is so thin, it’s naturally more prone to dryness.
How to treat the dry skin.
With dry skin around the eyes, delaying the onset is just as important as managing any irritation itself.
“The last thing you want is sunburn in this area,” says Downie.
“Unfortunately, sunburn can wrinkle your skin faster.”
Use fragrance-free beauty products.
Artificial fragrance is a common aggressor forsensitive skin.
“Don’t use anything fragranced or scented around your delicate eye tissue,” says Downie.
Replenish ceramides in your skin.
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Know when it’s time to toss your makeup.
Remember: If a product is old and crusty, there’s a good reason.
Ciraldo even suggests investing in new eye makeup every six months, just to be safe.
Moisturize the area.
It may sound obvious, but it bears repeating: Dry skin is practically screaming for moisture.
