Beautifully Clean: The eyes have it

by Therese Bowen

They twinkle; they sparkle; they are said to be the mirror to your soul—your eyes that is. Even as early as Cleopatra, women have been adorning their eyes to enhance their beauty. The eyes are also the first place on your face to show the effects of aging, sun-damage and lack of sleep. I can’t turn back the hands of time, take pollutants out of the environment or take all the stress out of your life. What I can do is tell you about some terrific eye care products that, when used conscientiously, can make a dramatic difference in how you look, and in turn, how you feel when you look in the mirror.

For the entire month of July, Freshlife is offering a healthy $3 savings on every eye care product from Derma e! All these treatments are made from ingredients that are both safe and effective. Since there are so many different eye products from this company, I would like to give you a brief description and suggested use of each. This way, you can make the best choice to enhance your particular skin type.

• Eyebright Eye Make-up Remover - Anyone who uses eye make-up can use this product, even if you are a contact lens wearer. This oil-free formula contains no petroleum products that can cause clogged tear ducts. What it does contain is chamomile and cucumber extracts to soothe, refresh and tighten skin while eyebright extract protects against inflammation and irritation. It also has bilberry extract to promote healthy circulation and green tea extract to deliver important antioxidants to the delicate skin around the eyes.

• Eyebright Dark Circle Crème - This eye crème has been developed to remedy dark circles and under-eye puffiness. The creme contains a unique blend of botanicals including yarrow, horse chestnut, gingko biloba, witch hazel and eyebright to promote healthy circulation and help to strengthen leaky capillaries and reduce swelling and inflammation. It also contains two heavy-hitting antioxidants, pycnogenol and green tea extract to protect skin structures from free radical damage. Dark Circle Creme can be used in place of your normal eye crème under makeup and is suitable for all skin types.

• Ester-C Firming Eye Crème – Ester-C is a stable form of vitamin C that is scientifically proven to help even out skin tone and repair your skin’s framework of collagen and elastin fibers. This crème is designed for a more mature skin where firmness is the concern and can be used by any skin type except for those that are oily and blemish prone.

• Organic Expressions Brighter Eye Crème - This crème is to be used in conjunction with the Organic Expressions line. A unique blend of botanicals including pycnogenol, witch hazel and rose hips, the creme delivers maximum nourishment and firming benefits. Olive oil, pomegranate and green tea help reduce inflammation and protect skin from free radical damage. This creme can be used by all skin types except the oily and blemish prone. The Organic Expressions formulas are designed for the those who are committed to using organic ingredients and supporting sustainable agriculture.

• Age-Defying Eye Crème - This is considered the ultimate antioxidant eye crème of the line. It fights damage and improves skin health to diminish the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles for smoother, firmer, younger-looking eyes. Fortified with two of the world’s most powerful antioxidants, pycnogenol and astaxanthin, it works to stabilize capillaries, reduce inflammation and diminish signs of aging. This crème is designed for mature skin that has sustained environmental damage.

• Peptides Plus Wrinkle Reverse Eye Crème -This double action eye crème is formulated with Matrixyl and Argireline, two of the most powerful peptides bio-science has to offer to soften and diminish even the deepest fine lines, wrinkles and crow’s feet. Matrixyl helps smooth away wrinkles and Argireline helps relax muscles for healthier, younger looking eyes. This is the crème for those whose biggest concern is deep wrinkles.

• Pycnogenol and Hyaluronic Acid Eye Crème - Hyaluronic acid is a naturally occurring substance that diminishes as we age. Known as the “moisture magnet” it helps skin retain and increase its moisture level by binding water to the skin. This results in well-hydrated skin that is fuller and plumper with fine lines and wrinkles smoothed out. Pycnogenol is a free radical scavenger that works to stabilize capillaries and increase resistance to inflammation. This is the perfect product for the skin that is just starting to show signs of fine lines. It will plump them out and help to prevent future damage.

• Pycnogenol Eye Gel with Green Tea Extract - This cooling gel helps repair damaged tissue, reduce under-eye puffiness and eliminate fine lines, wrinkles and crow’s feet. This oil-free, fragrance-free formula is ideal for oilier skin types or someone prone to puffiness due to fluid retention or crying. Try refrigerating this gel to increase its soothing effectiveness.

I invite you to come in for one of the “All eyes on you” clinics in July! The clinics will be held on Friday, July 11 and Monday, July 21 from 12pm to 4pm. The clinics are designed to help you determine the very best plan of protection and restoration for your beautiful eyes.