How to Fix Tired Eyes: Treatments For Tired Looking Eyes

As we age, one of the first signs of aging that I hear from my patients over 40 is about their tired-looking eyes. Eyes that look tired is a natural part of facial aging, but it doesn’t mean you have to live with it. In this guide to tired eyes and how to treat them, I will discuss some effective ways to rejuvenate tired eyes and bring back that youthful spark. Remember, the key to fixing old looking tired eyes is a combination of skincare, lifestyle changes, and possibly professional treatments.

If you do not know your Baumann Skin Type, I suggest you get started first by taking the skin type quiz so we can see all of your skin concerns and treat more than just your tired eyes.

Tired Eyes and Face

First, let’s understand what causes tired eyes. As you age, the skin around your eyes becomes thinner because collagen loss. Decreased elasticity and firmness causes sagging. This can lead to a sunken appearance, circles, and a tired or old looking eyes. When your eyes look tired, your entire face can look tired. Tired eyes is one of the most common skin aging complaints. This is why antiaging eye serums are usually the first antiaging skincare products that my patients purchase. Lifestyle factors like lack of sleep, stress, and dehydration also contribute significantly to this condition. Lets look at the best ways to fix tired looking eyes.

Eye Serums for Tired Eyes

Choosing which eye serum is best for tired eyes can be difficult because there are so many choices. I recommend you take the skin type quiz and we will be able to give you a list of eye serums that target all of your eye issues. For example- if you have tired eyes and dark circles- this blog can help you find a good eye serum to treat both.

Here are some good eye creams to help your eyes look less old and more radiant:

Obagi Elastiderm Eye Cream is a great choice for people with tired, hollow, or old-looking eyes, thanks to its bi-mineral complex that includes zinc and copper. There’s also malonic acid in it, an exfoliant which gently gets rid of old skin cells and helps new ones grow. This makes the skin look fresher and younger. Plus, it has blueberry extract, which is full of antioxidants. These antioxidants protect the skin from damage caused by the environment, like pollution and sunlight. Overall, this cream helps make the skin around the eyes firmer and smoother, which can help with the look of tired, hollow, or older eyes.

Neocutis Lumiere Firm Illuminating and Tightening Eye Cream, enriched with PSP® (Processed Skin Proteins), a blend of proteins and polypeptides derived from cultured skin cells, rejuvenates the skin around the eyes. These PSP support collagen and elastin production, crucial for maintaining skin elasticity and firmness and keeping the eye area looking young and vibrant. Its hydrating humectants like hyaluronic acid and glycerin increase smoothness and suppleness, vital for a refreshed, youthful eye appearance.

SkinMedica Instant Bright Eye Cream is designed to lighten dark circles and plump the skin around the eye area with humectants like hyaluronic acid, glycerin, and the saccharides: trihalose and pullulan. This eye serum by SkinMedica does not have TNS in it like many other SkinMedica products do. So if you want growth factors- combine this with other SkinMedica serums like TNS Advanced + Serum.

Makeup for Tired Eyes

Using the right makeup techniques can dramatically change how your eyes look. Light colors reflect light so using a light eye shadow in the eye area and a light reflecting concealer can make tired eyes look much brighter. A good concealer can help cover dark circles. Choose a concealer for the eye area that is one shade lighter than your makeup foundation. This will help to reflect light and give an appearance of freshness. Remember, the goal is to brighten the area without making it look unnatural, so do not go too light with your concealer cover. The hardest part of improving tired eyes is finding the correct makeup color for your skin. I use one color lighter than my makeup foundation.

Concealer

The Osmosis Beauty Flawless Concealer offers a light formula that provides medium to full coverage to conceal imperfections and increase light refection to make the eyes look more radiant and less tired. Specially designed to not settle into wrinkles, it enhances the skin’s appearance by creating a radiant finish. Perfect for a subtle, rejuvenated look, this concealer is ideal for everyday use. It can be mixed with a small amount of an antiaging eye serum or face cream.

The Colorescience Total Eye® Set Includes:

Colorescience Total Eye® 3-in-1 Renewal Therapy SPF 35 (Choose your shade)

Colorescience Total Eye® Firm & Repair Cream

This eye cream and concealer/SPF combo provides immediate correction and rejuvenation for delicate eye skin by using humectants to draw water into the skin making it look plumper.

This eye cream and eye concealer regimen works to improve the appearance of the eye area and protect the eye skin with a 100% mineral sunscreen .

Facial Powder

Using a translucent powder that’s one shade lighter than your skin tone around the eyes can also help. It works by reflecting light, which minimizes the appearance of shadows and gives a lift to the entire eye area. However, be cautious with the amount you use, as too much powder can settle into fine lines and have the opposite effect.

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Lifestyle Changes

Having good habits can help you eyes look better. I am amazed how much better my patient’s eye area looks when they do the following:

Sleep 7+ hours a night

Wear sunglasses in the sun

Limit sugar

Exercise 3-4 times a week

Meditate or do Yoga to calm the mind

Limit alcohol and cannabis

Rest is Best for Tired Eyes

Never underestimate the power of good rest. Sleep is crucial for skin health. It’s during sleep that your skin repairs itself. Aim for 7-8 hours of quality sleep each night. If you’re having trouble sleeping, consider a nighttime routine that promotes relaxation, like reading or meditating before bed.

The reason lack of sleep causes tired looking eyes is believed (but not proven) to be because blood flow around the eyes gets more sluggish with poot sleep leading to less hydration and fewer nutrients in the eye area.

Hydrate Tired Eyes

Hydration is vital for maintaining youthful skin. Drink plenty of water throughout the day. Also, include foods high in water content, such as fruits and vegetables, in your diet. This internal hydration will reflect on your skin, making it look more vibrant and less tired.

Look for eye creams and serums with humectants in them to help the eye area hold on to water.

Dermal Fillers for Tired Eyes

For some, dermal fillers can be an effective solution to treat tired eyes. These fillers can add volume to the under-eye area, reducing hollowness and dark circles and making eyes look younger. However, it’s crucial to choose the right type of filler and an experienced injector. I recommend hyaluronic acid fillers for under the eyes because they are reversible. Avoid non-reversible fillers like Radiesse in this delicate area. Hyaluronic acid fillers are safe and offer a more natural look and can be reversed with the enzyme hyaluronidase.

Lasers for Tired Eyes

Various lasers such as the Erbium and CO2 and Fraxel can be used around the eye area in an attempt to increase collagen in the eye area. Lasers can have a lot of downtime and side effects. In my experience as a dermatologist, using antiaging serums in this area works just as well as laser but takes longer to see results.

Tired eyes can be a thing of the past with the right combination of skincare, makeup techniques, lifestyle changes, and professional treatments. Remember, the goal is to rejuvenate and brighten your eye area in the most natural way possible. If you’re considering professional treatments like dermal fillers, always consult with a qualified dermatologist to discuss your options and ensure the safest and most effective treatment plan.

Aging gracefully is not just about looking good; it’s about feeling good and taking care of your skin in the best way possible. By incorporating these tips into your routine, you can say goodbye to tired eyes and welcome a more refreshed and youthful appearance. Remember, you’re not just treating your eyes; you’re enhancing your overall well-being.

DQH Knowledge drop: In your 20s, your skin cell turnover decreases. (Cell turnover is a key component in keeping your skin youthful.) You know what else slows down? Your collagen production. Starting in your 20s, collagen decreases by about 1 percent per year. Should you want to prevent fine lines and wrinkles, start by eliminating behaviors that contribute to premature aging. “If it’s bad for you, it’s bad for your skin,” says dermatologist Michel Somenek. “Cigarette smoking reduces blood flow to the skin and causes premature wrinkling and a dull skin texture. Making the repeated pursed motion to inhale can also cause smoker’s lines. Alcohol and recreational drugs are toxins for the skin that damage its cellular structure and DNA,” Somenek tells us. “The faster you eliminate vices while you are young, the better chance your skin and body have to recuperate.” Also, adopting an anti-aging routine in your 20s is key. After all, the best offense is a good defense. We spoke to Somenek and experts Joshua Ross and Audrey Kunin to find out more. Keep reading for the best anti-aging products for your 20s, according to skincare professionals. Sunscreen “We all know that the sun is the number one cause of skin aging and starting the prevention in your 20s is very important,” Ross says. “The majority of your sun damage won’t start to appear until you’re in your 30s, so don’t wait until you see it surface or you’ll be behind the curve. Stay ahead of it with a good-quality zinc-based sunscreen worn daily.” Farmacy Green Defense Daily Mineral Sunscreen An invisible sunscreen with SPF 30, plus botanical extracts meant to protect skin with tons of antioxidants. Bonus: It’s clean and fine to use under makeup. Bareminerals Complexion Rescue™ Tinted Moisturizer Broad Spectrum SPF 30 Although we recommend you use your SPF and moisturizer separately, we also understand moments when you don’t have time or energy for that extra step. For those times, this bareMinerals moisturizer is a great thing to have on hand. Vitamin C Serum “A great introduction to anti-aging is to start with a vitamin C serum in your morning skincare routine,” Ross says. “It’s a powerful antioxidant that will neutralize free radicals and brighten the skin.” He adds that it’s a great way to counteract the effects of the sun’s harmful rays, which, as previously mentioned, are among the biggest causes of premature aging. Drunk Elephant C-Firma™ Vitamin C Day Serum The Drunk Elephant C-Firma is a lightweight serum that promises to give skin a glow by combining the brightening powers of vitamin C with ferulic acid, l-ascorbic acid, and vitamin E. The included sodium hyaluronate is meant to replace hydration loss, so you shouldn’t have to deal with any irritation. Sunday Riley C.E.O. Rapid Flash Brightening Serum This potent serum is jam-packed with vitamin C (15 percent, to be exact), which means it’s a potential superstar at both brightening skin and dousing it in antioxidants. Peptides Using peptides on your skin has many benefits, says Somenek. “The skin barrier is what defends the body against pollution, UV rays, bacteria, and toxins. It can be damaged by several everyday factors. Using topical peptides aids in building a stronger barrier,” he says. “Peptides comprise elastic fibers, which are a type of protein. These fibers help to make skin appear taut and firm. Peptides can also help repair damaged skin, relieve inflammation, and even out skin tone. Some peptides can kill acne-causing bacteria that is common in 20-somethings.” Kunin agrees, saying, “Peptides are an excellent entry point for supporting collagen.” She recommends looking for face and eye treatments that contain these collagen-boosting powerhouses. Charlotte Tilbury Magic Eye Rescue Cream This Charlotte Tilbury super-emollient eye cream has a base of coconut oil and shea butter (read: it’s incredibly hydrating). Botanicals plus peptides are meant to help reduce dark circles and boost collagen, respectively. This creamy moisturizer serves up potent collagen-boosting peptides and pycnogenol, and antioxidant-rich vitamin C. “Instead of sitting on top of the skin, peptides penetrate the outer layer so they go deep. The ‘signals’ they send tell the cells to produce elastin and collagen, which are needed for youthful-looking skin,” explains Somenek. At-Home Peel Pads Remember that skin cell turnover fiasco we talked about earlier? One way to help support it is by exfoliating. “Exfoliation is important to help keep skin fresh and luminous,” Kunin says. She recommends using at-home peel pads as an easy and effective way to exfoliate. “The goal in your 20s is to fight the slowing pace of cell turnover. It is wise to use products that gently exfoliate, yet still remove oil and other impurities. Products that have Alpha Hydroxy Acids (AHA) or Beta Hydroxy Acids (BHA) are a good choice.” According to Somenek, you should only exfoliate two to three times a week. “People of all ages are guilty of over-exfoliating and that can be too much of a good thing,” he says. Dermadoctor Kakadu C Intensive Vitamin C Peel Pad A few swipes of this Derma Doctor powerful peel pad promise to leave your skin glowing and smooth, thanks to the seven (yes, seven) types of chemical exfoliants, including AHA and BHA. It also contains vitamin C via Kakadu plum extract for added brightening and antioxidant protection. KEY INGREDIENTS Kakadu plum extract is sourced from the Kakadu plum, a fruit grown in northern Australia. It contains vitamin C, which restores the skin’s natural barrier, increases collagen production, and soothes irritation. Dr. Dennis Gross Skincare Alpha Beta® Universal Daily Peel Pads These are the gold standard of peel pads, with a cult following and over 900 five-star reviews on Sephora. They’re easy to use and contain a blend of anti-aging exfoliating acids. Emollient Night Cream “In your 20s, you need to start upping the hydration in your skincare routine. You may have been cautious of over-moisturizing because of acne in your teens, but as you enter your 20s, your skin transitions and becomes drier,” Ross says. “I recommend an emollient night cream added into your evening skincare regimen.” “Twenty-somethings need to make sure that they are not using creams that will clog their pores and cause excess oil production,” says Somenek. Opt for non-comedogenic products. Cerave Skin Renewing Night Cream One great choice is the CeraVe Skin Renewing Night Cream, which is a non-comedogenic night cream that leaves skin soft and glowy. It combines the moisturizing powers of ceramides and hyaluronic acid. RoC Retinol Correxion Max Hydration Creme “The best night cream ingredients contain retinol, benzoyl peroxide, and/or salicylic acid or hyaluronic acid. The goal is to moisturize, yet remove excess oil,” says Somenek. This Roc Retinol Correxion cream fits the bill as it contains both hyaluronic acid and retinol so it promises to moisturize while also being non-comedogenic.

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