Crows feet are wrinkle patterns that form at the corner of the eyes. They are usually the earliest wrinkles to appear on a person's face. The formation of fine lines and wrinkles do not necessarily reflect your age. There are other factors that contribute to skin aging.
Let us look at some of the factors that contribute to aging.
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The primary cause of skin aging is exposure to the sun. This is known as photoaging. If you compare a person who has an outdoor job such as a lifeguard to another who sits in the office, the lifeguard will have a higher chance of having more fine lines and earlier in his life.
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Assuming that the lifeguard is also a smoker, the difference and speed of skin aging between the two will be more significant. Smokers may develop crow’s feet earlier than non-smokers. Smoking makes you squint unconsciously as your eyes try to avoid the smoke's irritating and drying effects.
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Squinting while out in the hot sun contributes to the aging process as well. This is why active people who are outdoor enthusiasts are much more susceptible to crow’s feet compared to the indoor type. If your skin has been continuously exposed to the burning sun for years, it loses elasticity. Frequent and long squinting will cause wrinkle patterns to form at the corners of your eyes. These wrinkle patterns will eventually become more pronounced and permanent.
It is generally agreed among dermatologists that you can reduce your chances of getting crow’s feet if you don’t smoke, squint or tan your face. There are steps that you can take to prevent crow’s feet. If the damage is already done, then these same steps will help you to minimize their appearance.
GLYCOLIC ACID
Glycolic acid is one of a group of alpha-hydroxy acids. By applying moisturizing eye creams with glycolic acid will help to reduce the appearance of existing crows feet.
The action of glycolic acid to help wrinkled cells to slough off and encourage newer ones to emerge. The moisturizing agents in the cream will prevent any wrinkling from dryness.
M.D. Forte offers physician-strength glycolic skincare products with 2 to 3 times higher levels of glycolic compound than similar products. M.D. Forte products gently exfoliate the outer layers of dry, sun-damaged skin, resulting in total skin rejuvenation.
An M.D. Forte skin care regimen can help you attain:
SUNSCREEN
Crow’s feet will appear when sunlight has destroyed the skin's elastin and collagen fibers. One of the best way to prevent crows feet is to use a sunscreen.
Choose a broad-spectrum sunscreen that is especially made for the eye area. Dot the eye cream gently around the upper and lower lids of your eyes. Re-apply every few hours. Do not use sunscreens with fragrance. The area around the eyes is sensitive and the irritate the eye tissue.
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SUNGLASSES & HATS
Sunglasses and hats are other ways to help protect you from the sun. By wearing sunglasses, you can avoid squinting your eyes while out in the hot sun. Wide-brimmed hats acts as a shield over your eyes.
QUIT SMOKING
This is another good reason for you to quit smoking. Smoking, or spending a lot of time in a smoke-filled environment, makes you squint. Avoiding tobacco smoke helps prevent crows feet
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