Table of contents
- Understanding the causes of wrinkles around the eyes
- Step 1: Proper cleaning and preparation
- Step 2: Use hyaluronic acid against eye wrinkles
- Step 3: Incorporate the best anti-aging cream from 40 onwards into your routine
- Step 4: Use additional active ingredients for deep wrinkles
- Professionelle Wrinkle Treatment Costs and Options
- Prevention and long-term care for deep wrinkles around the eyes
- Frequently Asked Questions
Last updated: September 18, 2026
Understanding the causes of wrinkles around the eyes
Folds around the eyes do not appear overnight. The eye area is the thinnest and most sensitive skin zone on the face. It has fewer sebaceous glands and less supporting tissue than other areas. This makes it prone to dryness and sagging.
The main culprits are known:
- UV radiation: Sun damages collagen and elastin
- Mimic wrinkles: Laughing, blinking, frowning create movements
- `: Skin becomes drier over the years
- Loss of elasticity: Collagen and elastin break down
Anyone over 40 can clearly see these processes. The skin regenerates more slowly. New cells are produced less quickly. The skin barrier becomes more permeable.
The good news: treating deep wrinkles around the eyes is possible. With the right active ingredients and a consistent routine, you will see improvements. With the right active ingredients and a consistent routine, you will see improvements.
Step 1: Proper cleaning and preparation
A good cleanse is the foundation. Dirt, makeup, and oil need to go. But not aggressively—the eye area is sensitive.
Use lukewarm water. Hot water irritates the skin and dries it out. Use a gentle cleansing gel or micellar water.
Here's how:
- Splash water on the face and eyes
- Apply a gentle cleanser
- Massage in with your fingertips using circular motions
- Rinse with water
- Gently dab with a cloth (do not rub)
The eye area needs extra care. Pat it dry instead of rubbing. Rubbing causes irritation and deepens wrinkles.
After cleansing, the skin is receptive to active ingredients. This is the right time for serums and creams.
Step 2: Use hyaluronic acid against eye wrinkles
Hyaluronic acid is a moisture molecule. It binds water in the skin. Well-hydrated skin looks fuller and smoother.
The molecule works like a sponge. It stores up to 1000 times its own weight in water. This plumps up wrinkles and improves skin texture.
Hyaluronic acid for eye wrinkles Hyaluronic acid works best in multiple molecular sizes. Large molecules sit on the surface and form a moisture barrier. Small molecules penetrate more deeply.
The Hyaluron⁵ Perfect Eye Gel Concentrate from Wellmaxx Swiss contains five types of hyaluronic acid in different molecular sizes. The gel is extra light and absorbs quickly. It cools the eye area and reduces puffiness.
Application:
- Apply morning and evening after cleansing
- Gently pat in with your ring finger (do not rub)
- Let it absorb for 2-3 minutes
- Then apply the eye cream
The gel works best on slightly damp skin. The moisture helps the hyaluronic acid molecule bind water.
Step 3: Incorporate the best anti-aging cream for ages 40+ into your routine
From 40 onwards, skin needs more than just moisture. It needs active ingredients that stimulate collagen and strengthen the skin barrier.
A good anti-aging eye cream has several functions:
- Provides intense moisture
- Stimulates collagen production
- Reduces wrinkles and fine lines
- Protects against environmental influences
The cellular lift age defense eye contour cream The Wellmaxx Swiss formula uses peptide technology. Peptides are short chains of amino acids. They signal the skin to produce more collagen.
This cream absorbs quickly. It does not leave a greasy feeling. You can apply it under makeup.
How to use the best anti-aging cream from 40 onwards:
- Face and neck clean and dry
- Apply hyaluronic acid serum
- Take a pea-sized amount of eye cream
- Gently pat in with your ring finger
- Let it soak in for 1-2 minutes
Use the cream morning and evening. Consistency is important. Consistency is important.
Step 4: Use additional active ingredients for deep wrinkles
Hyaluronic acid and peptides are essential. But treating deep wrinkles around the eyes often requires more.
Further active ingredients:
Vitamin C, A powerful antioxidant. It protects against UV damage and brightens the eye area. It also stimulates collagen production.
The skineffect + vitamin C eye area fluid by Wellmaxx Swiss contains stabilized vitamin C. It is lightweight and absorbs quickly. It helps reduce dark circles and fine dry lines.
Retinol, a vitamin A derivative. It stimulates cell regeneration and collagen production. Retinol is potent; start with a low concentration.
Antioxidants, they protect the skin from free radicals. UV radiation and environmental pollution produce free radicals. Antioxidants neutralize them.
Easyliance, A highly concentrated active ingredient that provides an instant firming effect. The concentrates anti wrinkle boost by Wellmaxx Swiss contains Easyliance plus multiple hyaluronic acids. This booster enhances the effect of other creams.
How to combine active ingredients correctly:
- In the morning: Vitamin C + hyaluronic acid + eye cream + sunscreen
- Evening: Hyaluronic acid + anti-wrinkle concentrate + richer eye cream
Not all active ingredients are compatible. Retinol and vitamin C together can be irritating. Use retinol in the evening and vitamin C in the morning.
Professional wrinkle treatment costs and options
If high-quality creams are not enough after 12 weeks, there are professional options. These are more intensive, faster, and more expensive, but also involve risks. An honest assessment is important.
Professional wrinkle treatment costs vary depending on the method and region:
Laser therapy for deep wrinkles
Laser stimulates collagen production through controlled thermal injury. The skin becomes firmer and smoother. Multiple sessions (3-6) are necessary. Results are visible, but gradual, not immediate.
Botulinum toxin injections (Botox)
Relaxs the muscles that cause expression lines. The skin becomes smoother. The effect begins after 3-7 days, with the maximum after 2 weeks. Lasts 3-4 months.
Hyaluronic acid filler
Fill deep wrinkles with hyaluronic acid or other substances. Immediate results. Lasts 6-12 months depending on the product and rate of breakdown.
Microneedling
Tiny needles create controlled micro-injuries. The skin heals and produces collagen. Multiple sessions (4-6) are needed. Less invasive than laser treatment.
When to see a dermatologist?
Combination with creams
Professional treatments work better when you use high-quality creams alongside them. Hyaluronic acid, retinol, and vitamin C support skin regeneration after injections or laser treatments. This extends the results and improves overall skin quality.
Prevention and long-term care for deep wrinkles around the eyes
Prevention is cheaper and easier than treatment. If you are still young or are seeing the first wrinkles: act now. The following factors influence wrinkle formation more strongly than many people realize.
Sun protection as a foundation
UV radiation is the skin’s greatest external enemy. It directly destroys collagen and elastin. Use sunscreen with SPF 30 or higher every day. Even in winter. Even when it’s cloudy. UVA radiation penetrates clouds and windows.
For the eye area: Use special eye protection or a wide-brimmed hat. The skin around the eyes is thin and is often overlooked.
Sleep Position and Pillow Choice, An Underestimated Factor
Mechanically caused wrinkles from nighttime pressure are rarely mentioned, but they are real. If you sleep on your side or stomach, you compress the eye area. Over the years, that increases wrinkle formation.
Back sleeping is ideal. They avoid pressure on the face and neck. If you cannot sleep on your back: Use a soft silk or satin pillow instead of cotton. Silk creates less friction and pressure.
A pillow that is too high or too low also accentuates neck wrinkles. The ideal pillow supports the neck without tilting the head too much.
Nutrition and collagen booster
The skin is built up from within. Antioxidants and amino acids from your diet are just as important as topical creams.
Vitamin C from foods: Citrus fruits, peppers, broccoli, kiwis. Vitamin C is a cofactor for collagen synthesis. The body cannot build collagen without vitamin C.
Omega-3 fatty acids: Fish (salmon, mackerel), walnuts, flaxseeds, chia seeds. These strengthen the skin barrier and reduce inflammation. Inflamed skin ages faster.
Protein and amino acids: Enough collagen is made up of amino acids. Sufficient protein (1.2-1.6 g per kg of body weight) supports collagen production. Glycine, proline, and hydroxyproline are particularly important.
Hyaluronic acid from foods: Knochenbrühe, gelatin, organ meats. These contain natural hyaluronic acid and collagen.
Avoid sugar and processed foods: Sugar binds to collagen (glycation) and makes it stiff and brittle. This visibly accelerates skin aging.
Target: 2-3 liters of water per day, enough protein, plenty of vegetables and fruit, little sugar.
Eye Gymnastics and Facial Massage, Practical Exercises
Regular movement of the eye muscles can help. It stimulates microcirculation and strengthens the muscles.
Exercise 1: Conscious Blinking (2 minutes daily)
- Blink slowly and deliberately 20 times
- Keep your eyes closed for 1 second
- This trains the orbicularis oculi muscles
Exercise 2: Momentary Movements (1 minute daily)
- Look slowly up, down, left, right
- Keep each position for 2 seconds
- This improves blood circulation
Exercise 3: Raising the eyebrows (1 minute daily)
- Raise your eyebrows slowly
- Hold for 3 seconds
- Lower slowly
- 10 repeats
- The forehead muscles are trained and forehead wrinkles are prevented.
Face massage (2-3 minutes daily)
Gentle massage improves circulation and promotes lymphatic drainage.
- Wash your hands
- Warm a little eye cream between your fingers
- Gentle massage from the inside outward using your ring finger (the weakest finger, ideal for sensitive skin)
- Start at the inner corner of the eye
- }
- Then back below the eye line
- 2–3 minutes, morning and evening
Avoid smoking
Long-term strategy
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does it take before I see the first results from the treatment of deep wrinkles around the eyes?
With consistent use of high-quality active ingredients such as hyaluronic acid and retinol, improvements can be achieved. The hyaluron⁵ perfect eye gel concentrate and cellular lift age defense eye contour cream are specially formulated to support skin regeneration and specifically reduce signs of skin aging.
What role does hyaluronic acid really play in combating wrinkles around the eyes?
Hyaluronic acid is a key active ingredient against wrinkles around the eyes, as it can bind up to 1000 times its weight in water. It replenishes the skin’s moisture reserves and plumps up dryness lines from within. This results in a smoother, fuller skin surface. The hyaluron⁵ perfect eye gel concentrate uses a 5-fold hyaluronic acid combination to achieve maximum hydration and improved elasticity.
Are the costs of professional wrinkle treatment justified, or are good creams enough?
That depends on the depth and severity of the wrinkles. High-quality anti-aging creams such as the cellular lift age defense eye contour cream can significantly reduce mild to moderate wrinkles and cost between CHF 22-37.50. For deep wrinkles, a combination of daily skincare and occasional professional treatments is often the most effective.
Can I combine the best anti-aging cream for 40+ with my existing products?
Yes, high-quality anti-aging creams can be integrated into existing routines. What matters is the correct order: cleanse first, then apply lightweight serums or concentrates (such as the concentrates anti wrinkle boost), followed by the eye cream, and finish with a moisturizer. Avoid using multiple vitamin C products at the same time or retinol with other strong active ingredients to minimize skin irritation.
Deep wrinkle treatment around the eyes is a process, not a miracle. With the right routine and patience, you will see improvements. Wellmaxx Swiss offers high-quality anti-aging products specially developed for the delicate eye area. The hyaluron⁵ perfect eye gel concentrate and the cellular lift age defense eye contour cream are proven solutions. Discover them now and support your skin regeneration.
