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• > Can I use regular suncare products around my eyes?

  The extremely thin skin around the eyes calls for maximum sun protection. You must use high protection factors and reapply the products frequently. After sun exposure, to repair damage caused by the sun, you can apply a decongesting formula, such as DIOPTICALM.

• > Can I use my day cream around my eyes?

  It can be beneficial to combat dehydration and improve skin tonicity, softness and suppleness. But it does not solve specific problems, such as the appearance of dark circles, puffiness or redness, and can cause reactions if you have sensitive skin. Moreover, these creams are seldom ophthalmologist-tested, while all eye products are. LIERAC Laboratories, specialists in this delicate zone for many years, have developed formulas adapted to the specific problems of the eye contour area for true effectiveness and visible results.

• > What do you think of cosmetic surgery to treat undereye puffiness or "bags"?

  For a long time, surgery was the only solution. It consists of removing some of the adipose clusters that form the contents of the bag and tightening the distended skin under the eye. Today, it is only used for very severe undereye puffiness or genetic cases that do not respond to appropriate skincare treatments. It must be performed by an expert. After the surgery, you can use DIOPTICERNE several times a day to help reduce the appearance of bruising.

• > My daughter is 15 and has undereye bags. Is there a specific product I can recommend to her?

  Of course, and while it will not make the bags disappear, it will prevent them from worsening with time. Our products have been stringently ophthalmologically tested. They can be used on very young skin. And remember that anyone can prevent the appearance of visible signs of aging by leading a healthy lifestyle and by applying products adapted to individual skin type and problems, starting from an early age and using the products consistently.

• > I have dark circles and bags under the eyes. Should I apply a single product or several products?

  You can use two products: one in the morning for dark circles and another at night, for puffiness for example. Don’t hesitate to ask your pharmacist for advice.

• > I am allergic by nature. The rim of my eyelids is often red and reacts each time I apply a product. What can I do?

  Allergic conditions often show on the skin. As the epidermis of your eyelids is extremely thin, reactions appear very early, especially as the area is highly vascularized. But there are two types of distinct problems:
  - Simple redness on the edge of the eyelid, accompanied by slight swelling, is usually a sign of plain local reactivity. In this case, DIOPTICALM with extracts of mallow and linden (anti-inflammatory) can help you.
  - A real allergic reaction, with skin dryness, itching, swelling and burning, means you should consult a dermatologist.

• > Why use specific “eye contour” products?

  The eye contour area is a fragile and complex zone: there are seven different layers between the conjunctiva (membrane that covers the eye) and the skin of the eyelid (epidermis/dermis/hypodermis), which is much thinner than on the rest of the face. Just under the skin, there is loose tissue completely devoid of fat, which becomes easily distended, hence the appearance of swelling. There are also two very active muscular levels that offer great mobility. This zone is constantly subject to the permanent movements of the eyelids and expression muscles, leading to the premature appearance of fine lines. It is highly recommended to use specific products that have been specially developed and tested for this very delicate area.

• > What causes the formation of undereye puffiness or "bags"?

  Your eye rests on a cushion formed by small clusters of fat separated by walls of connective tissue, constantly in use by the eye muscles. As the skin of the eyelids is very thin and deformable, the fat can, in some cases, cause a small hernia to form, commonly called an undereye “bag”. As skin slackening accentuates with age, these “bags” tend to worsen and above all no longer diminish after resting. Genetic predisposition for this condition is frequent, explaining the presence of bags in some children and adolescents. Stress and fatigue accentuate them. LIERAC has developed DIOPTIGEL, which has stimulating and anti-slackening properties thanks to its botanical active ingredients. Consistent use will help increase skin and muscle tone.

• > What causes dark circles?

  The venous and lymphatic circulation in skin around the eyes occurs through large vessels. All waste passes through this return circulation. If it is ineffective, blood pigments no longer move through the vessels: they accumulate in the connective tissue and give the skin a particular color, varying between yellow and black. These are dark circles. There can be many causes for the appearance of dark circles: fatigue, stress and genetic factors alter the tone of the lymphatic channels, which contract like a reflex, depending on each person’s sensitivity.

• > I wear contact lenses: can I apply makeup? Should I take extra precautions?

  Contact lenses do not prevent you from wearing makeup or using eye creams, as long as you follow a few simple rules: remove makeup with a gel or lotion that does not leave an oily film on your conjunctiva. As for makeup, opt preferably for cream textures rather than powder eyeshadows. Avoid mascaras that contain fibers, remove your contact lenses before makeup removal and avoid getting product in your eyes. Wear sunglasses in the sun. If your eyelids are red, use the LIERAC product DIOPTICALM. If your eyes tear up and sting, consult your ophthalmologist: you may have a problem with your contact lenses.

• > How can I delay the appearance of lines at the corners of my eyes?

  These are the infamous crow’s-feet wrinkles, which get their name from their appearance in a star formation like crow’s feet. They often develop as the first visible sign of skin aging, as this is an extremely mobile area and the skin is very thin and fragile, constantly subjected to external assaults. To help reduce the appearance of crow’s-feet wrinkles, start using a specific product as early as possible, as of age 20 ideally. For example, you can use DIOPTICRÈME, a formula that contains high concentrations of plant-derived anti-aging ingredients.

• > Are there specific precautions to take when removing makeup?

  Makeup removal is an essential step in all face care rituals. For your eyes, use a damp cotton pad on which you will pour your eye makeup remover or lotion. Then, gently sweep from bottom to top, as if accentuating the curve of your lashes. Then apply your specific eye cream. Your eyes will look immediately more rested and sparkle with freshness.

• > How can I prevent my upper eyelids from sagging?

  Sagging eyelids are caused by skin withering, and by loss of muscle tone, both resulting from aging. This dulls the sparkle of the eyes. To prevent this, you should use a specific product consistently, as this is a zone that is often forgotten. You can also pinch the area regularly, starting at the base of the eyebrows and moving outwards.

• > My lashes are less thick and full. What can I do?

  A lash has the same structure as a hair on your head or body, but it is thinner. Lashes grow in three or four rows at the edge of the eyelid. They are concave on top and convex on the bottom. They play a tactile role and protect the eyes from the environment. Like the hair, they are subjected to external and mechanical damage (harsh makeup removal, detergent products) and can thus lose their tone, become worn and even fall out. You must use a gentle, specific makeup remover.
  LIERAC Laboratories have developed DIOPTIDEMAQ, a fresh and transparent gel with floral waters (rose and cornflower) enriched with keratin derivative and vitamin B5 which helps reinforce the structure of the lashes and restore their strength and suppleness.

• > How should I apply my “eye contour” products?

  After carefully removing makeup and selecting the appropriate formula, place a very small amount of product on your fingertip. Massage very gently in circular motions around the eyes, working in a clockwise direction. If you are subject to dark circles, tap with the fingertip in order to stimulate localized circulation and encourage product absorption.