Habits That Age Your Eyes
Although fine lines and wrinkles around the eyes have a lot to do with genetics, stress, gravity, and lack of sleep, other daily habits are also partly to blame. Here are a few things that may be contributing to your wrinkles around the eyes: (1) Rubbing your eyes. Aggressively rubbing your eyes can break small blood vessels under your skin, causing dark and swollen eyes. (2) Not wearing sunglasses when outside. Unprotected sun exposure is a surefire way to promote skin degradation around the eyes. Always apply sunscreen and wear sunglasses that block ultraviolet light when spending time outdoors. (3) Smoking. Studies show that smoking tobacco can cause eye diseases such as cataracts, uveitis, dry eyes, and diabetic retinopathy.
