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Eye Creams

Is there a good cream for crepiness and puffiness on the lids?

Posted in Eyelid Treatments, Eye Creams, 2011 on Aug 25, 2011 | Permalink

Which eye cream can be used on eyelids. Have puffiness and a crepy look.

Just remember that allergies to all sorts of things like grasses, moulds, trees, etc can sometimes cause eyelid puffiness. Please see an allergist if you are not sure. Also, eyelid skin... more

Is there anything that can help with dark circles under the eyes?

Posted in Eyelid Treatments, Eye Creams, 2011 on Jun 20, 2011 | Permalink

Is there anything that can help with dark circles under the eyes? Thanks in advance!

Dark circles are difficult because they can be caused by different things ..... and sometimes have multiple causes. Since treatments are different depending on the cause, it can get... more

I have been reading a lot about using Estriol to treat under-eye wrinkles. What are your thoughts?

Posted in Skin Care Products, Skin Care, Eye Creams, 2011 on Feb 08, 2011 | Permalink

I have been reading a lot about using Estriol to treat under-eye wrinkles. What are your thoughts?

I would vote a strong no on this. Think of the effect that estrogens have on the uterus, vaginal tissue and breasts. Do you really want to be experimenting with this around your eyes? ... more

Why do you recommend eye creams?

Posted in Eyelid Treatments, Eye Creams, 2010 on Jul 05, 2010 | Permalink

I've read that you recommend eye creams? This seems to be a contradictory subject as many derms do not recommend eyecreams. For example Dr. Ellen Marmur says in her book "Simple Skin Beauty" they are redundant. Why do some derms recommend and others not?

Good question and I have three reasons that I do recommend them:

1. The skin on and around the eyelids (neck skin is similar) is very thin compared to the rest of the face and has almost... more

What causes pads under the eyes?

Posted in Thermage and Radiofrequency Devices, Thermage, Sun Damage, Skin Care Products, Eyelid Treatments, Eye Creams, 2010 on Jun 29, 2010 | Permalink

HI Dr. I have a question about the pads that form under the eyes. I am 37 and at times my eyes look puffy underneath. I wouldn't say the its are very prominent or lasting but I am becoming more aware of that area and now I am wondering how the "pads" form in that area?? Is it something that just appear one day or is it a gradual process and if so is there anything to keep them from forming??? I have good skin, I have a good skincare regime (influenced by you of course. I use the sunscreen and moisturizers,etc my eye area is really changing. Thank you in advanced for your time!!!

Under eye pads or puffiness are complicated because there are several different causes and sometimes they coexist together. So....... causes can be:

1. The skin on the eyelids loses... more

What is the best treatment for under eye crinkles?

Posted in Thermage and Radiofrequency Devices, Thermage, Lasers, JuvedermRestylane, Juvederm and Restylane, Fraxel laser, Eyelid Treatments, Eye Creams, Crows Feet, Carbon Dioxide Lasers, 2010 on May 06, 2010 | Permalink

What is the best treatment for the under eye crinkles? Is it thermage or fillers or retin a or something else? Thanks, Bonnie

This is such a complicated question because it depends on sooooo many factors. I'll try to make a long story short! But, please see the section on eyes on this site.

If you just have a... more

Which eye cream should I use?

Posted in Eye Creams on Nov 13, 2009 | Permalink

Dr.Irwin Have u used neo-cuties? I was wondering based on the growth factor alike skin medica... I have very good luck with ther eye cream as well but would love to try something diff.I wqas wondering if cellux cwould be the same as neo- cutis eye cream.

Mia - I have tried their "Lumiere" eye cream with "processed skin proteins" and didn't find it helpful at all. I could find no studies on it either. The Cellex-C Contour Cream Plus... more

Thin Skin and Dark Circles Under Eyes

Posted in Lasers, Eye Creams, Botox on May 08, 2009 | Permalink

Hello, I'm in Australia and I love your site, thank you for it. I have thin skin around my eyes and also dark circles. I tried botox once but I looked like I had small hallows on the outer corners of my eyes. My Dr said it's just that I have thin skin and maybe I should consider a filler like restylane. I wondered if there are any products that can help thicken the skin around the eyes? Is botox not suitable if you have thin skin? Thanks Megan

You're welcome!!

Hmmm - it's a bit tough because I can't see the problem but, in general, Botox doesn't cause hollows to occur if it's injected evenly around the eye area. If it weren't... more

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