Crow’s feet: here are the 3 ingredients to apply to the skin to reduce them according to a dermatologist: Femme Actuelle Le MAG

Fine lines and crow’s feet under the eyes are completely normal. In fact, our skin around the eyes is five times thinner than that of the rest of the face. Without realizing it, it is also an area that is heavily used on a daily basis since we blink thousands of times a day, we frown and we smile. These repeated movements promote the appearance of crow’s feet. These creases under the eyes are quite visible and makeup can slip into fine lines. To avoid this, a professional makeup artist revealed his unstoppable tip for applying concealer in the best way. If you prefer to prevent and reduce the appearance of crow’s feet under the eyes rather than hiding them, a dermatologist has revealed the three ingredients to favor to reduce them.

What are the 3 ingredients to use to reduce crow’s feet?

Have a routine skincare is essential to have beautiful, healthy skin. You still need to use products suited to your skin type and needs. To reduce the fine lines and crow’s feet that appear on our face, the dermatologist @shereeneidriss on TikTok, revealed to us the three ingredients to adopt: argireline, Matrixyl® 3000 and retinol.

Argireline

The skin expert advises using argireline, which is also calledacetyl hexapeptide-3. It is a peptide, that is to say a small molecule which is responsible for the texture and quality of the skin. Argireline is “a peptide that minimizes muscle contraction and wrinkle formation over time“, indicates the dermatologist. She advises using it every morning around the eyes to minimize muscle contraction and the formation of wrinkles over time. She specifies that argireline is an active ingredient that must be applied regularly so that the results are visible.”It works when you use it and stops when you don’t use it“, says the TikTok expert.

You can find this ingredient in serums, day or night creams and eye contours. The dermatology specialist recommends serum 10% Argireline Solution from home The Ordinary at 11.90 euros (30 ml).

Matrixyl® 3000

Matrixyl® 3000 is the name of a brand, it is also called palmitoyl tripeptide. It is a synthetically produced anti-aging peptide that stimulates the production of collagen in the body. “You can use Matrixyl® 3000 on your upper eyelids and not just your lower eyelids“, specifies the dermatologist. It is therefore perfect for reducing fine lines and crow’s feet, you can find it in serums, like that of the skincare brand SkincyclopediaTHE anti-aging serum with Peptides & 10% Matrixyl® 3000 at 14 euros (30 ml).

Retinol

A widely acclaimed ingredient, retinol is recognized for its numerous benefits. It smoothes wrinkles, exfoliates the skin, boosts collagen production, stimulates cell renewal and unclogs pores. However, you have to be careful with its use.you definitely can’t use it on your upper eyelid because it will swell“, explains the specialist. This is why she recommends a night serum Youth Boosting from home elf skin “because it is a hydroxypinacolone retinoate which is not as harsh or irritating as traditional retinol and you can use it at night under your eyes”, specifies dermatologist @shereeneidriss. It is sold at a price of 23 euros (29.5 ml).

Retinol is a photosensitizer, so it is essential to apply it in the evening with sunscreen every morning. In addition, this very powerful ingredient can be irritating, so it is advisable to gradually introduce it into your beauty routine, starting with a low concentration, once a week, then, depending on the reaction of your skin, at doses. closer frequencies. If you have dry or sensitive skin, it is best to consult a dermatologist first.