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Is Summer UV Exposure Making You Look Older? How to Prevent Dryness Around the Eyes

When summer arrives,

do you ever notice, "Fine lines around my eyes stand out" or "My eyes look tired by evening"?

In summer, when sweat and sebum increase, skin may look well-hydrated.
However, the eye area is vulnerable to dryness caused by UV rays and air conditioning.

In this article, we will introduce the causes of eye area dryness in the summer and practical dryness prevention tips to avoid looking aged.

Eye Area Dryness Self-Check

If multiple items apply to you, it's time to review your summer eye care routine.

  • Fine lines around the eyes become more noticeable by evening
  • Concealer tends to settle into lines around the eyes
  • The area around your eyes feels tight after cleansing
  • You spend long hours in air-conditioned rooms
  • You do not apply sunscreen to your eye area

Causes of Eye Area Dryness in Summer

Skin Damage Caused by UV Rays

The skin around the eyes is thin and prone to dryness.In summer, opportunities to be exposed to strong UV rays increase, making it harder for the skin to maintain moisture and firmness.

In addition, the eye area has uneven contours, making it prone to missed spots when applying sunscreen. Even if you apply it to your entire face, your eyelids and outer corners of the eyes may not be fully covered.

Eye creams are not a substitute for sunscreen. During the day, along with sunscreen that can be used around the eyes, it is important to incorporate hats and sunglasses.

Hidden Dryness Caused by Air Conditioning

Summer skin can feel sticky from sweat and sebum, making it easy to overlook dryness. However, in air-conditioned rooms, surface moisture is easily lost, and it is not uncommon for only the eye area to become dry.

If you reduce moisturizing steps too much just because it's summer, flakiness and dryness-induced fine lines around the eyes become much easier to notice.

3 Measures to Prevent Eye Area Dryness

1. Apply Sunscreen Carefully Up to the Eye Area

Gently blend sunscreen not only on your cheeks and forehead, but also under your eyes and at the outer corners.
Be careful not to get it in your eyes, and reapply as needed after sweating or wiping with a towel.

Using parasols, hats, and sunglasses together can help protect the eye area from UV rays even more effectively.

2. Don't Stop at Toner

Even if you replenish moisture with toner, if you do not follow up with moisturizing products, the hydration will easily escape.

Especially if you are concerned about eye area dryness, it is recommended to incorporate an eye cream in addition to your overall facial moisturizer.

Apply a thin layer in the morning, and carefully blend it into areas prone to dryness at night to help prevent makeup creasing.

3. Avoid Rubbing the Eye Area

Rubbing your eyes when wiping away sweat or during makeup removal leads to dryness and skin irritation.

Gently blot away sweat by pressing a towel against the skin, and use a dedicated remover for stubborn eye makeup. When applying eye cream, avoid pulling the skin and gently blend it using fingers with the least amount of pressure.

Recommended Eye Cream for Summer Dryness Care

SPECIAL EYE CARE
THE TOKYO FAIRY RESTART
Eye Cream [Electric Type]
THE TOKYO FAIRY RESTART Eye Cream Electric Type

For those who want intensive care for the summer eye area prone to dryness, we recommend THE TOKYO FAIRY RESTART Eye Cream [Electric Type].

Formulated with NMN and moisturizing and skin-conditioning ingredients such as hydrolyzed hyaluronic acid.
It provides moisture to the easily dried eye area, leading to a smooth and firm impression.

Approximately 12,000 micro-vibrations per minute gently blend the cream, supporting skincare that delivers beauty ingredients deep into the stratum corneum. The pleasant user experience unique to an electric device, which cannot be achieved by hand application alone, is also a key feature.

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This product is a cosmetic item for moisturizing the eye area.
When using during the day, please use a separate sunscreen after blending the cream.

Healthy Habits to Nourish from Within

The appearance of your eyes is influenced not only by skincare, but also by sleep and dietary habits.

Consume proteins, vegetables, and fruits in a balanced manner, and make sure to frequently replenish fluids since summer is a season when you sweat easily. Since lack of sleep can make the eye area look tired, keeping a stable amount of sleep every night is also important.

Rather than adding special beauty regimens, consistently maintaining daily moisturization and healthy habits without strain is the shortcut to conditioning the eye area.

FAQ About the Eye Cream [Electric Type]

How is the electric eye cream different from a regular eye cream?
The main feature is the electric applicator featuring approximately 12,000 micro-vibrations per minute. Rather than strong vibrations that strain the eye area, it is designed with delicate vibrations to comfortably blend the cream. It makes your daily care more comfortable while supporting skincare that delivers beauty ingredients into the stratum corneum.
When should I use it?
Use it after conditioning your skin with toner or serum. When using in the morning, layer sunscreen on top after blending the cream.
How much should I use per application?
A grain-of-rice size per eye is the guideline. Rather than applying too much, it is important to gently and evenly blend a small amount.
Can I use it in the morning too?
You can use it both morning and night. In the morning, apply a thin layer, and if any residue remains on the skin surface, lightly press it in before applying makeup to prevent creasing.

Summary | Balance Protective Care and Moisture for Summer Eyes

The summer eye area tends to dry out due to both UV rays and air conditioning.

Protect your eyes from UV rays during the day using sunscreen or sunglasses, and replenish moisture with an eye cream morning and night.

The key to anti-aging care for the eyes is not harsh massages or special treatments. It is not rubbing, protecting, and moisturizing every day.

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