Are you one of those girls who’s not getting the desired outcomes despite using an under-eye cream regularly?

It goes without saying that under eye creams are a holy grail eye care product that help to brighten up your delicate skin around the eyes. However, it is essential to understand that only the accurate method of application can help you achieve maximum benefits from the eye cream.

Beautiful eyes add charm to your personality. But sadly, under eye woes like dark circles, fine lines and puffiness change the way you look. Such aesthetic apprehensions make you feel conscious and affect your confidence level.

Well we bring you good news as we have carved down some common eye cream mistakes that you should avoid:

Rubbing the skin harshly

The skin around your eyes is very thin and delicate and displays any signs of ageing quickly, so it is advisable to always treat it with gentleness. Vigorously rubbing the skin around your eyes can rupture the blood vessels under the surface and subsequently result in dark circles, puffiness and fine lines.

Since the ring finger has a softer touch than the other fingers, it is recommended that you always apply your eye cream gently with your ring finger.

Applying eye cream too close to the eyes

If you apply eye cream very close to your lashes and eye lids, there is a chance it will get in your eyes and cause a burning sensation.

To use this eye care product safely, just dot it along your orbital bone, right under your eyebrows and in the under-eye region in a semi-circle outline, only half an inch below the lash line.

Using excessive product

Overdoing any skincare product can cause more harm than good. Same goes for the delicate skin in your under-eye region. Too much application of products can have detrimental effects on your skin. Therefore, you should always use a pea-sized amount of eye cream to treat your under eyes.

Applying in the wrong order

We use many skincare products in our routine. The order in which we apply these products determines the impact they have on our skin. Hence if you wish to make the most of any product at hand, it's best to apply them in the correct order.

It is recommended to apply skincare products in sequence of their consistency. The thickest product should be kept at the top and the least thick should be kept at the bottom. If you are using a cream which is thicker than your moisturiser then you should apply the eye cream on the top. But if the eye cream appears to have a thinner consistency than your moisturiser, then first you should apply the moisturiser and then smear on some eye cream under that layer of moisturiser.

Make sure to always read the instructions given on the package to derive maximum benefits. You would get the desired results if you apply the eye cream in an effective manner as described by the dermatologist.

Applying it once a day

Most people apply eye cream only once a day, commonly at night before going to bed. But the reality is you should apply the eye cream twice a day, in your day and night time eye care routine.

It is very important that you apply an eye cream during the day to shield your under eyes against the environmental stressors that cause harm to your skin. At night time these creams combat the signs of ageing like wrinkles, fine lines and dark circles, giving you a younger, radiant appearance.

Using it on dry skin

We are all familiar with the application of a moisturiser on wet skin, to provide nourishment and keep the skin supple and hydrated. You should use your eye cream in a similar manner.

Wash your face with water. Dab it using a towel. Then apply the eye cream on moist skin. take a minimal amount of the product and massage it gently in your under-eye area. make sure that your skin is not very dry as it decreases the probability of effective results.

Layering up products

It is very common for women to be using more than one skincare product. they anxiously apply various products, layering one after another without giving ample time for effective absorption.

So, people applying multiple products should give some gap between products and let it soak in the skin layer before they jump onto the next product.

First apply the eye cream and give it time to absorb then follow up with your concealer and foundation.

Using powder foundation

This is a common practice among women to apply powder foundation to get rid of the oily appearance caused by the eye cream. While they might think it's harmless, the powder actually settles down in the fine lines causing wrinkles. rather than using powdered products you should use oil free moisturisers and foundations that can be washed off easily.

Investing in a good eye cream has a remarkable impact on your appearance. Alongside using the right method of application, you should also seek eye creams that are rich in antioxidants and hydrating ingredients.