I suffer from drooping eyelids. I use an eye cream, but my eyelids still look wrinkled and they re sagging more and more.
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In the beauty industry eyelids are the new targets of antiageing treatments. Eye gels, creams and serums have traditionally been aimed at addressing fine lines, wrinkles, dark rings and puffiness. Until now, crêpe-like eyelids that start drooping have received little attention, except of course from cosmetic surgeons. The latest eye products are specifically targeted to firm and lift your eyelids. TRY Sisley Supremÿa Yeux La Nuit The Supreme Anti-Aging Eye Serum (R2 398), which contains four ingredients that firm the eyelids and iron out wrinkles; Prevage Antiaging + Intensive Repair Eye Serum (R985), a new formula that not only fights visible signs of ageing in the eye area, but also firms the eyelids and makes them more elastic; or Estée Lauder Re-Nutriv Ultimate Contouring Eye Lift (R1 395), which boosts the elasticity of the tissue around the eyes and makes the contours appear firmer. Newly arrived at beauty counters in South Africa is the French range Filorga s Absolute Eye Correction Cream (R720), which targets drooping eyelids and even makes your eyelashes grow thicker and longer.
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What do I do with turkey skin in my neck and sagging skin below my jawline and chin?
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The skin on your neck and décolletage are the biggest indicators of age. Not only is the skin in these areas thin and sensitive, but it also contains fewer oil glands that lubricate and moisturise the skin, making it more prone to showing the signs of time. A neck cream is essential from your 30s onwards. You should exfoliate gently twice a week with an enzyme-rich formula, to improve the texture of the skin in these areas. But be very careful and always work gently with exfoliators as their coarse granules can easily irritate and damage your skin. Apply your neck cream from directly below your chin, down to your breasts, not forgetting the areas next to your ears and at the back of your neck. Clarins marketing manager Jody Hyam has this advice: before you turn 40, apply your neck cream in light strokes working upwards from your nipples to your chin. Once you turn 40, apply it downwards from your chin to your breasts. This will boost lymph drainage and help a double chin and sagging skin around the jawline appear firmer. If your budget allows, consult a good aesthetic surgeon about laser or ultrasound treatments such as Thermage, Ulthera and Fraxel
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that firm up loose, sagging skin by boosting collagen production and elasticity. But choose your practitioner with care. How can I stop my eyeshadow from caking together in the folds of my eyelids?
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Your eyelids are quite oily, so powder-based eyeshadows (especially the cheaper ones) are prone to migrate their way into the folds of your eyelids. Prepare the area before applying your eyeshadow by using a primer that will simultaneously smooth out the skin in the eyelid area. (Don t use foundation for this as most products contain oils that will make the eyeshadow melt more, not less.) This basecoat will make it easier to apply your eyeshadow smoothly and help to keep the colour where it s meant to be. Use a good-quality brush or brushes to apply your eyeshadow neatly and then blend it carefully for a smooth finish. TRY Smashbox 24 Hour Photo Finish Shadow Primer (from R240) to help your eyeshadow stay put.
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I love the new brights but I m worried I ll look like a clown. What s the best way to apply them?
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It s fine to experiment with brights, said Will Malherbe, Smashbox s international make-up
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by ELSA KRÜGER st yling CARIN SMITH photo ED O RILEY
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