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Help To Reduce Eye Wrinkles with NIVEA Q10

Discover effective ways to help smooth out wrinkles around the eyes and help reduce the appearance of crow’s feet using NIVEA Q10 skincare.

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How to Help Reduce the Appearance of Wrinkles Around the Eyes

The skin around your eyes is delicate and prone to wrinkles like crow’s feet, which can develop over time. Learn how simple habits and targeted skincare can help you maintain a youthful, radiant eye area. 

What Are Crow’s Feet?

Crow’s feet are the small lines that form at the outer corners of your eyes, often appearing when you smile or squint. They’re one of the most common types of wrinkles, and usually one of the first signs of skin ageing.

What Causes Eye Wrinkles?

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Under eye wrinkles are a natural part of getting older, but several factors can influence how early they appear and how visible they become. 

One of the biggest causes is the skin’s gradual loss of Collagen and Elastin, the proteins that help keep it smooth and firm. As these levels drop with age, skin becomes thinner and less able to bounce back from repeated movements like smiling, squinting, or frowning, all of which can lead to fine lines over time. 

Other contributing factors include:

  • Sun exposure, which can speed up the skin’s ageing process 
  • Smoking, which reduces oxygen and nutrients reaching the skin
  • Dehydration, which makes fine lines more noticeable
  • Lack of sleep, which can affect skin repair and recovery
How to Help Reduce the Appearance of Eye Wrinkles?

While it’s important to remember that no skincare product can completely eliminate crow’s feet or under eye wrinkles, there are effective ways to help soften their appearance and support your skin’s natural resilience. 

A consistent skincare routine is key. Using gentle, hydrating products designed specifically for the delicate eye area can help smooth and plump the skin, reducing the look of fine lines over time. This includes creams and serums formulated to target wrinkles around the eyes with ingredients like Coenzyme Q10, which supports skin’s natural energy and renewal. 

In addition to skincare, simple habits such as gentle facial massage and avoiding repetitive squinting or rubbing can make a difference.
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Which Skincare Ingredients Can Help with Crow’s Feet?

Certain ingredients have been shown to support the delicate skin around your eyes and help reduce the appearance of crow’s feet by boosting hydration, encouraging Collagen production, and protecting against sun damage.
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Some of the effective ingredients to look out for include:
1
Coenzyme Q10 (Q10):

Supports the skin’s natural energy production and helps renew cells, making skin appear smoother and more resilient.

2
Hyaluronic Acid:

A powerful hydrator that attracts and holds moisture, helping to plump up fine lines and improve skin texture.

3
Peptides:

Small chains of amino acids that could play a role in production of more Collagen, aiding firmness and elasticity.

4
Creatine:

Enhances the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, helping the skin's youthful appearance.

5
Antioxidants:

Ingredients like Vitamin E and some plant extracts protect skin from environmental stressors that can accelerate ageing.

How to Reduce Crows Feet and Eye Wrinkles

Facts Overview

Crow Feet Characteristics: They’re fine lines that appear at the corners of your eyes. 

Crow’s Feet Causes: Loss of collagen, sun exposure and lifestyle factors all play a role in how early and deeply lines form. 

Eye Wrinkle Tips: Targeted skincare with ingredients like Q10 and Hyaluronic Acid can help hydrate, firm, and smooth the delicate eye area. 

Eye Wrinkle Prevention: Wearing SPF, getting enough sleep, staying hydrated, and using targeted skincare can all support smoother, more resilient eye skin. 

5 Step Skincare Routine to Help Reduce Eye Wrinkles

When it comes to smoothing the appearance of crow’s feet and wrinkles around the eyes, consistency is key. Following a simple, targeted skincare routine using products designed to hydrate, firm and protect the skin can make a real difference over time. 

Here’s a 5-step routine featuring some of NIVEA’s most effective Q10 anti-wrinkle products:
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Step 1: Cleanse

Cleansing is the first, and perhaps most important, step in any routine. Removing daily dirt, UV filters, and makeup helps your skin reset and allows other products to work more effectively. Be gentle, especially around the eyes, where the skin is thinnest and most delicate.
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Step 2: Anti-Wrinkle Serum

Once your skin is clean, it’s ready to soak in the benefits of active ingredients. This is where a targeted serum can really make a difference. The NIVEA Q10 Anti-Wrinkle Expert Dual Action Serum is designed to help reduce the appearance of even deep wrinkles, thanks to its blend of pure Q10 and innovative Glycostop technology, which helps protect your skin’s Collagen from Glycation, a natural process that can lead to premature ageing. This serum works beautifully for wrinkles across the face, particularly around the eyes and mouth, it stimulates hydration, for instantly soft and smooth skin.

Step 3: Eye Cream

The skin around your eyes is thinner and more sensitive than the rest of your face, which is why it needs a little extra care, especially when it comes to under eye wrinkles and crow’s feet. A dedicated eye cream can help hydrate, protect and smooth this delicate area without overwhelming it. 

The NIVEA Q10 Anti-Wrinkle Power Firming Eye Cream is specially formulated to meet these needs. With Q10, Hyaluronic Acid and Creatine, it helps to visibly soften the look of wrinkles, reduce puffiness and reduce crow's feet. The lightweight texture penetrates easily and is suitable for sensitive skin around the eyes. With regular use, the eye area can appear more resilient and youthful looking. 

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Step 4: Targeted Wrinkle Filler

Some lines, especially around the eyes, mouth, and forehead, need a more concentrated approach. The NIVEA Q10 Targeted Wrinkle Filler Serum works quickly, reducing fine lines in just five minutes*. With regular use, it helps smooth and plump even deep wrinkles where your skin needs it most. 

With skin tolerance tested under dermatological supervision, this serum contains a 5% of an Active Complex containing Coenzyme Q10 of Bioxifill peptides and anti-ageing ingredients that penetrate deeply the upper layers of the epidermis to boost Collagen* production. After two weeks, wrinkles around the eyes, lips, and forehead look visibly filled and smoother. Continued use can reduce stubborn wrinkles by up to 50% in four weeks****.

Together, these five steps create a gentle yet effective routine for caring for crow’s feet and under eye wrinkles, helping to support your skin’s natural vitality.
 
*Tested on skin cells
**Tested on skin cells Visibly reduces the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles by forming a hydrating film on the skin's surface. Feel firmer skin instantly. 
**Self-grading (Score), 4 weeks study including 41 women 

Step 5: Moisturise

Keeping your skin moisturised is key to maintaining a smooth, supple appearance, but daily sun protection is just as important. 

The NIVEA Q10 Anti-Wrinkle Power Day Cream SPF 15 offers a powerful combination of hydration and protection. Infused with a Collagen-boosting duo* including pure Q10 and Creatine, it helps to firm the skin and support its natural structure over time. The added SPF 15 shields against everyday sun exposure, helping to defend your skin from one of the leading causes of premature ageing. 

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7 Ways to Help Prevent and Mitigate Eye Wrinkles

While some factors affecting eye wrinkles are natural, there are simple habits and steps you can take to protect your skin and reduce the appearance of fine lines around the eyes:
1
Wear sunglasses when outside

to protect your eyes and prevent squinting, which can deepen wrinkles under the eyes.

2
Reducing or quitting smoking

which limits blood flow and breaks down Collagen, can help slow the formation of eye wrinkles and improve overall skin health.

3
Getting 7-9 hours sleep each night

as this allows your skin to repair overnight and reduces puffiness and dark circles that can accentuate wrinkles.

4
Eating a balanced diet

rich in vitamins C and E, omega-3 fatty acids, and antioxidants, supports skin elasticity and regeneration. This helps to maintain firmness, boost Collagen production, and reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles around the eyes.

5
Keep up with regular eye tests

to ensure you’re not squinting unnecessarily, which can strain the eye area and contribute to the development of fine lines and wrinkles over time. By addressing any vision issues early, you can reduce repetitive muscle movement around the eyes and help maintain smoother, more relaxed skin.

6
Apply sunscreen daily

the sun accelerates skin ageing and the formation of wrinkles. It is therefore essential to protect your skin every day to help prevent premature ageing. By using a day cream with SPF, it is easy to combat wrinkles and help prevent them in one simple step.

7
Support your skin with daily skincare

Ingredients like Coenzyme Q10, Hyaluronic Acid, and antioxidants help nourish and hydrate, boosting Collagen production, improving elasticity, and plumping the skin to visibly soften fine lines and wrinkles around the eyes. 

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The Importance of Sun Protection for Preventing Eye Wrinkles

Protecting your skin from daily sun exposure is one of the most important steps in preventing premature ageing especially around the delicate eye area. UV rays penetrate the skin and can break down Collagen and Elastin, the proteins responsible for keeping skin firm. Over time, this damage can lead to fine lines, wrinkles, and pigment spots, making crow’s feet more noticeable. 

The NIVEA SUN UV Face Anti-Age Q10 Cream SPF 50 offers advanced protection against UVA, UVB and HEV light, while being specially developed for delicate facial skin. The formula, with Q10 and Licochalcone A, Q10, supports your skin’s natural defences and helps prevent the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles caused by the sun. Lightweight and moisturising, it’s ideal for everyday use, even around the eye area. 

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Summary

Under-eye wrinkles and crow’s feet are a natural part of ageing, but with the right care and adopting healthy lifestyle habits, you can help soften their appearance and protect the delicate eye area. From choosing targeted skincare with proven ingredients like Q10, Hyaluronic Acid and Creatine, to making simple lifestyle tweaks like wearing sunglasses and using daily SPF, small steps can really make a difference. 

A gentle, consistent routine can help keep your eye skin looking smoother, firmer and well-supported. Whether you’re just beginning to notice fine lines or simply want to care for your skin’s long-term resilience, NIVEA’s Q10 range offers effective, skin-compatible solutions that care as much as you do. 

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FAQs

Can eye wrinkles go away?

Not completely, but with the right care, you can soften their appearance. Hydrating products and targeted ingredients like Q10 and Hyaluronic Acid can help smooth and support the skin over time.

Can you get rid of eye wrinkles naturally?

Although natural remedies cannot completely eliminate wrinkles around the eyes, natural habits like staying hydrated, eating antioxidant-rich foods and using soothing remedies such as Aloe Vera or Cucumber eye masks, can help refresh the eye area, especially when paired with a gentle skincare routine. Be careful when using natural remedies, especially around the eyes, due to the risk of irritation. Always follow the advice of a specialist.

At what age do crow’s feet appear?

Crow’s feet can start to appear in your late 20s or early 30s, but everyone is different. Sun exposure, skin type and facial expressions all play a role.

Can you massage eye wrinkles away?

Massage won’t remove wrinkles, but it can help boost circulation and reduce puffiness. Use light pressure and pair with a hydrating eye cream for best results.

Is it normal to have eye wrinkles at 25?

Yes, fine lines can appear in your 20s, especially if your skin is dry or exposed to a lot of sun. Early care with SPF and moisturising products can help delay deeper lines.

Are crow’s feet and under eye wrinkles different?

Crow’s feet are the fine lines that appear at the outer corners of your eyes, especially when you smile or squint. Under-eye wrinkles refer to the lines that form directly beneath the eyes. Both are signs of skin ageing and share similar causes, but they appear in slightly different areas around the eye.

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