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Under the Eye Wrinkles, Causes and Cures

Under the eye wrinkles, also termed as crow's feet, are a major concern for people, especially women, in their middle age. To some extent, these ugly lines may also affect the person's self esteem, specifically those whose jobs require being exposed to the public and talking to a lot of people. Even celebrities are not exempt from the fear of developing ugly skin folds around the eyes.

How does one develop these unwanted creases? There are common causes and logical explanations about how wrinkles are formed but like any other skin problems, there are also known cures and prevention for these dreaded grooves and furrows under the eyes. Below are the most common causes and cures for under the eye wrinkles.

Skin overly exposed to the sun is skin prone to wrinkling. The sun's UV rays seeping into the skin cause mutation of the skin which produces wrinkles. Protecting the skin from the sun by wearing sun block and sunglasses would decrease the likelihood of wrinkling.

Cigarettes contain harmful chemicals that destroy collagen in the skin. This is why heavy smokers are many times more likely to have excessive wrinkles than those who don't smoke. Squinting that comes with smoking also cause permanent marks or fine lines on the skin, especially under the eyes and around the lips.

When the body lacks water, this will be manifested through dry skin and dull complexion. Water is an essential nutrient that the whole body needs in the same manner that the skin needs it to become moisturized. Eye creams can also help in locking in the moisture in the skin and preventing it from escaping.

A person lacking in sleep and a much needed rest would not only be irritable but would also have pale and lifeless skin. No matter how tight the schedule is at work, in school or in the house, never miss that badly needed eye shut in order to regain strength and minimize the formation of fine lines around the eyes.

Stress, on the other hand, has an overall bad effect to a person's health in that it not only invites illnesses like hypertension but also wreaks havoc to the skin's tone and quality.

Stress promotes over production of cortisol, the stress hormone, which once injected into the bloodstream would cause collagen to shred off the skin. This gives way to degeneration of the skin making it prone to wrinkle formation. Learn to manage stress by being positive and practical.