I'm 20 and Have Bad Under Eye Wrinkles. How Do I Get Rid of Them?

asked 11 months ago by Andy dre in West Sacramento, CA
Latest answer by Joel L. Cohen, MD
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Tags: age 18-24, under eyes, female, allergy, options

I have really bad allergies and I'm allergic to cats. So whenever they kick in my eyes itch and I itch them. It wasn't until reasently I realized doing so wasn't such a good idea. And now that I have my allergies under control, I can't seem to get rid of them. I eat healthy, I drink lots of water, and I usually get 6-8 hours of sleep a night. I don't know why they look like they're getting worse. Any help would be much appreciated! Thank you!

4 answers to I'm 20 and Have Bad Under Eye Wrinkles. How Do I Get Rid of Them?

A dermatologist can see you and start some treatments.

First, it is probably a good idea to speak to your primary care doctor about a referral to an allergist. With oral antihistamines, intranasal inhalers and maybe allergy shots then there is a good chance your allergies will calm down. Second, with calming your allergies then you will very likely be rubbing your eyes a lot less--as part of your condition is an irritant dermatitis (rash) and friction leading to discoloration and thickened skin. Third, a short course of topical steroids can help... more

Joel L. Cohen, MD
Denver Dermatologic Surgeon

Lower eyelid wrinkles can be improved with combination therapy.

Lower eyelid wrinkles are a complex problem stemming from a number of sources - including genetics (i.e. your parents have lower-lid wrinkles), age, lack of sleep, and occasionally the swelling cycle of allergies. A number of approaches improve the appearance of lower-lid wrinkles. These include skin care, protection, colour modification, augmentation, and resurfacing. Skin care consists of an appropriate eyelid moisturizer, protection requires the use of sunscreen - either... more

Michael G. Brandt, MD
Toronto Facial Plastic Surgeon

Allergic eyes causing skin wrinkling

We commonly see premature eyelid wrinkling in patients with allergies. Every time the lids swell, it gets worse. So the most important thing you can do is to get your allergies under better control. If over the counter remedies are not sufficient, I would suggest you see an allergist. As for the wrinkles that are already there, I would advise a good eyelid skin moisturizer and using a daily sunblock for your face. Whether on not it is appropriate to do any more... more

Yoash R. Enzer, MD
Providence Oculoplastic Surgeon

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