October 3, 2011

Makeup Tips for Hooded Eyes and Droopy Eyelids

As you probably know if you’re reading this post, many people have to deal with hooded eyes or droopy eyelids, either because they were born with a certain type of eye configuration, or because eyelid droop has developed over time with aging. We are going to examine both eye issues, provide some tips on how to address these issues with makeup, and show how Eye Magic can also assist with shaping and redefining eyes with the “hood” or drooping skin.

Many celebrities such as Blake Lively have hooded eyes.

Hooded Eyes

Many people are born with “hooded eyes”. This term can be loosely defined as eyes that are set in such a way that the skin above the eye protrudes over the natural crease of the eyelid. The crease of the eyelid is the line on the lid that forms the back curve of the eyelid when the eye is open. Many celebrities including Paris Hilton, Blake Lively, Leelee Sobieski, and Malin Akerman all have what can be considered hooded eyes.

So what can be done to address hooded eyes? Makeup tricks can be used to help create an alluring shape and a defined eyelid. To enhance hooded eyes with makeup, try applying a light eye shadow in the inner corner of the eye and on the brow bone. Then, apply a medium or dark shadow on the crease and hooded area. Line the upper lid to open the eye, and apply black mascara to the upper lashes.

If the tips above do not give you a dramatic enough effect, you can try combining them with Eye Magic eye lift strips. These strips are designed to add support to the crease of the eyelid, creating a more defined, visible lid.

Droopy Eyelids

The difference between hooded eyes and droopy eyelids is that unlike hooded eyes which people are born with, eyelid droop usually occurs over time and is associated with loss of elasticity in the skin above the eye. Eyelid droop is very common among men and women, who, as they age, begin to lose firmness in their skin. Once the skin above the eye loses elasticity, the loose skin above the crease slides down, obscuring the lid below and creating droopy lids. Droopy lids are dealt with slightly differently than hooded eyelids.

Hooded eyes before and after using Eye Magic

Several makeup tips are available for dealing with droopy eyelids. First, use light or gold shadows to help make the eye area more visible. Apply a base shadow and contour the back curve of the lid with a darker color. Lightly apply eyeliner (preferably not deep black; use darker gray or brown, deep purple or green) and use mascara to detract attention from your drooping eyelids.

If the drooping can’t be improved with makeup alone, Eye Magic can provide dramatic and effective help with this issue. Eye Magic was designed to add support to the crease of the eyelid, preventing the loose, droopy skin from sliding forward over the eyelids. Eye Magic works without any makeup or in conjunction with makeup, to help shape, redefine, and beautify the eyes. Use the tips above and experiment with the Eye Magic strips to find the right combination. When applied properly and combined with makeup, you can take years off your look and unveil your beautiful eyes once again.

For more tips on applying Eye Magic with makeup, please visit the Application Tips section of our blog.

To purchase Eye Magic, visit our products page.

We hope the tips above help you when trying to find solutions to the issues of hooded eyes and droopy eyelids. Good luck!

For more on Eye Magic products, visit www.eyemagic.net.

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July 27, 2010

Introducing the New and Improved Eye Magic Instant Eye Lift!

The new Eye Magic offers a new shape, improved material, and more support for those with droopy or hooded eyelids

We are excited to introduce the new and improved Eye Magic Instant Eye Lift! Eye Magic lifts sagging, drooping, or hooded eyelids instantly, without the expensive cost and potential complications of eyelid surgery (blepharoplasty).

Try it for yourself and experience the difference:

New strip shape that fits most eyes
New material that is easier to handle and apply
Increased support
Reduced visibility
Light and comfortable on the eyes
64 strips per box

In a test of Eye Magic users, over 98% favored the new product.

To purchase the new Eye Magic at a special introductory price of $19.99 plus S/H, click here.

Order yours today! Price and terms are subject to change.

For those who are happy with the current Eye Magic 1 (Almond) and Eye Magic 2 (Round) shapes, these will remain available for purchase through our web site.

Thank you for your support!

Eye Magic Company
http://www.eyemagic.net

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November 19, 2009

Beauty Isn’t Everything: Non-surgical Relief for Problems Associated with Drooping Upper Eyelid Skin

Looking older isn’t the only problem associated with drooping eyelid skin. While eyelid drooping certainly indicates advancing age, heavy eyelid skin can also cause eyestrain, interfere with makeup application, cause discomfort while wearing contact lenses, and in severe cases, impair vision.

Many people with drooping upper eyelid skin lift their eyebrows frequently in an attempt to pull the sagging skin off the top of the eyeballs. This is often done unconsciously when the excess skin that sits on top of the eyeball causes a feeling of discomfort. The weight of the droopy eyelid skin can also tire the muscles of the eye, causing eyestrain or fatigue. Constantly lifting the eyebrows contributes to forehead wrinkling and may stretch the eyelid skin out even more.

Difficulty applying makeup is another problem associated with drooping upper eyelid skin. Since the eyelids are only slightly visible under the excess skin or not at all, eyeliner applied along the lash line tends to transfer onto the overhanging skin, as does mascara. Eye shadow is not easy to see unless it is applied up and over the hanging skin which only accentuates the problem.

In some cases, droopy eyelids can create pressure on the rims of contact lenses. Facial expressions that change the position of the excess skin around the eyes can push the lens off its natural resting place, causing the need for additional blinking to restore the position of the lens. This can be quite annoying, and, depending on the level of interference, can cause irritation to the cornea of the eye.

One solution for these problems is upper eye lift surgery (blepharoplasty). Many people, however, are not good candidates for this procedure. There are medical conditions such as heart or lung disease, chronic renal disease, diabetes, thyroid disease, a history of facial palsy, bleeding disorders and dry eye syndrome that rule out surgery as an option. Other reasons people do not opt for upper eyelid surgery include lack of insurance or financial resources to cover the high cost of the procedure and the potential for unforeseen complications. So if you can’t (or don’t want to) have the eyelid lift procedure performed for any of these reasons, what can you do?

You can try Eye Magic! Eye Magic is an effective, non-surgical alternative to blepharoplasty. Eye Magic consists of small, translucent, hypoallergenic strips designed to provide temporary support for sagging eyelid skin. When the strips are placed over the fold line on the eyelid, the skin stays in its natural position, keeping loose skin from sagging forward over the eyelids. It’s just that simple. The application is easy after a little practice and is well worth the effort. You’ll have eyelids again, you’ll be able to apply makeup without the hassle and you won’t look or feel tired and old. Try it and see for yourself!

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October 12, 2009

What are “Hooded” Eyelids?

The term “hooded”, when used to describe eyelids, is confusing to some people. In looking for only one definitive meaning, it’s clear that hooded generally means eyelids that are partly covered by skin when the eyes are open. Using that description, it’s likely that everyone’s eyes will eventually become hooded as a result of sagging skin due to aging. Plastic surgeons who perform blepharoplasty (upper and lower eyelid surgery), sometimes use the word to describe natural sagging or drooping due to aging, probably because it is a commonly used term to describe the condition. Used most accurately, the term “hooded” describes eye configurations where bone structure is the reason that the eyelids are not completely visible when the eyes are open.

Hooded eyelids before and after using Eye Magic

Hooded, as it relates to bone structure, describes a brow area above the lids that juts out a bit, causing the skin that covers the area just below the eyebrows to obscure part of the eyelids along the curve of the lid. In younger people, the skin that covers a portion of the eyelid is not actually sagging, even though it may have the appearance of heaviness. This type of eye structure is also called “bedroom eyes”, as it appears seductive to some people. Some well known celebrities such as Paris Hilton and Renee Zellweger have hooded eyelids. For those looking to open up the eyelid area, Eye Magic can create the look of a full eyelid by lifting and supporting the skin that’s covering the eyelid underneath.

The word hooded is also used to describe large eyelids that have no distinct shape or definition. This type of lid does not have the crease that creates an eyelid in deeper set eyes. Hooded eyelids are common among those of Asian descent, and unlike the previous description of a more pronounced brow, it’s an eye configuration that results from a flatter, smoother bone structure. To create an eyelid for this configuration generally requires a small, stiff strip, commonly referred to as “double eyelid tape”. Double eyelid tape is specifically designed for Asian eyes, or any eyelid without a crease. The Eye Magic support strips are a bit larger, softer and more pliable than double eyelid tape and are specifically designed for eyes that have an existing crease and deeper eye socket. While the more comfortable Eye Magic strips may create an eyelid for some where a crease does not exist, for others without a crease it may not be stiff enough to create a visible lid.

For more on Eye Magic products, visit www.eyemagic.net.

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July 23, 2009

Upper Eye Lid Surgery vs. Eye Magic

Upper eyelid surgery, or blepharoplasty, is the 3rd most common invasive surgical procedure performed today. As people age, their skin begins to sag, which often includes droopiness above the eyelid, covering up what many people consider to be their most important asset. This is extremely common so there’s no surprise that eyelid surgery is in high demand.

People are cautious about going under the knife for this procedure, and for good reason. Various concerns naturally arise when contemplating upper eye lid surgery. Some people are nervous about having the skin around their eyes cut into or experiencing possible complications that may arise resulting in a permanent problem. Others are concerned about the telltale hollow look may result if too much skin is removed during the surgery. Some worry that their eyes won’t be able to fully close or that there will be nerve damage.

No reputable plastic surgeon will tell you that these types of things never happen. Sometimes they do. For many of us, “sometimes” is enough of a question to consider another option for correcting the sagging eyelid skin that is a result of aging. If you’re not sure whether you’re ready to change your eyes permanently with eyelid plastic surgery, can’t afford the high cost of the surgery, have a physical condition that excludes you as a candidate, or worry about potential complications, then there is another option. It’s called Eye Magic. Eye Magic essentially accomplishes the same goal as surgery: lifting your eye lids.

With Eye Magic the results are instant. There’s no downtime, no complications, no big dollars – just results that can rival those of upper eyelid surgery. Here’s how it works: As we age, our skin loses elasticity. The underlying structure of the skin breaks down, and without the necessary support, eyelid skin begins to droop toward the lashes. The Eye Magic concept is simple; invisible strips replace the structure of the skin externally by adding support at the fold line on the eyelid. That’s where the eyelid skin sags forward, giving your eyes that older, tired look. The small, thin strips keep the skin from sliding forward and restore the natural curve of your eyelids. Poof! Ten years gone from your face. Try it and see for yourself!

Visit www.eyemagic.net for more information on Eye Magic Eyelid Lift products.

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April 14, 2009

Fix your droopy eyelids for less (and without surgery!)

The Eye Magic Eyelid Lift was created to provide a quick, affordable solution to sagging or drooping eyelids, without the cost and potential complications of eyelid surgery (blepharoplasty). Eye Magic is affordable for those who want to use the product daily or for those special occasions when you want to look your best.

We are pleased to offer people with droopy eyelids an alternative to address this problem, without spending the time and money necessary for upper eyelid surgery. Eye Magic is priced at a very affordable $19.99 on www.eyemagic.net. Compare this to the price of surgery $3,000-$5,000), and you’re looking at a great deal!

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