Beauty Wellness

How To Master A Simple October Eye Care Routine

This October, let’s shine a spotlight on your eye care with a straightforward routine that’s easy to follow. Whether you’re working long hours on screens or just want to keep your peepers healthy, this guide is for you.

Watch it done Video: Doctor Eye Health on YouTube

Why this worksOur eyes are often neglected, especially when we spend so much time staring at screens. A simple routine helps to moisturise, protect, and rejuvenate the delicate skin around your eyes, reducing strain and fatigue. Plus, good eye care can keep your vision sharp and your skin glowing.

The ritual, step by step

Cleanse Gently Start by using a gentle eye makeup remover or micellar water to cleanse the area around your eyes. This removes dirt and product without harsh rubbing, which can irritate the skin.
Hydrate Daily Apply a hydrating eye cream or gel that suits your skin type. Gently dab it around the eye area using your ring finger, as it applies the least pressure, ensuring you don’t irritate this sensitive skin.
Protect from Screens Incorporate a blue light filter or anti-reflective glasses if you spend long hours on screens. This helps reduce eye strain and keeps your vision comfortable, especially in low-light conditions.
Rest Your Eyes Practice the 20-20-20 rule: every 20 minutes, look at something 20 feet away for 20 seconds. This simple exercise helps reduce fatigue and keeps your eyes refreshed.

60-sec versionCleanse your eyes, hydrate with cream, protect from screens, and rest them regularly.

Where people go wrong

Many people overlook the importance of gentle cleansing and hydration, often using harsh products that can irritate. Forgetting to take breaks from screens can lead to discomfort and fatigue. Also, skipping eye cream can leave the area dry and prone to fine lines.

The pro moveConsider keeping a pair of blue light blocking glasses at your desk for easy access during long work sessions.

Check out the embedded tutorial for three essential eye care tips.

Shop the routine

Gentle eye makeup remover Removes makeup without irritating the skin. Amazon → Hydrating eye cream Keeps the delicate skin around your eyes moisturised. Amazon → Blue light blocking glasses Reduces eye strain from screens. Amazon →

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Good questions

How often should I apply eye cream?

Apply eye cream twice daily, morning and night, for best results.

Can I use regular moisturiser around my eyes?

It's best to use a product specifically formulated for the eye area to avoid irritation.

What are signs of eye strain?

Common signs include dryness, blurred vision, headaches, and difficulty focusing.

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