The 71p ‘superhero’ secret Emily Atack swears by to reduce puffiness and dark circles – and it’s perfect for tired mums
IF you look and feel tired, fear not, you’ve come to the right place.
Emily Atack, who gave birth to her first child, a baby boy named Barney, this year, has shared the cheap buy she swears by to reduce puffiness and dark circles under her eyes.
And with the summer holidays finally here, we’re sure that tired mums will love these affordable energising eye masks.
Back in June, the I’m A Celebrity winner, 34, announced the happy news that she and her scientist boyfriend, Dr Alistair Garner had welcomed a little boy.
Since then, the star has shared a selfie with fans, whilst in her ‘Barney bubble’.
The tired mum wore an oversized night shirt, with her unbrushed hair sticking up.
But in an attempt to combat sleepless nights, under her eyes she wore luminous gold eye masks, from Grace & Stella.
Described as ‘an energy drink for your eyes’, these ‘superhero’ masks are packed with cooling and de-puffing powers to revitalise tired eyes.
These purse-friendly eye masks are available at Counter Culture Store, for just £17.25 for a box of 24, making these masks only 71p a pair.
The nutrient-rich gold jellies reduce puffiness and dark circles, giving everyone (new mums included) a youthful, awakened glow.
They give the delicate skin of your under-eyes a much needed hydration boost and contain powerful soothing properties to visibly de-puff even the worst of eye bags.
Not only this, but they also counteract the visual effects of the sun, poor sleep, harsh make-up removal, and dry, ageing skin too.
They contain Hydrolyzed Vegetable Protein which helps minimise the visible signs of premature ageing by plumping skin and making it feel firmer.
They are also packed with Hyaluronic Acid, which deeply hydrates skin to refine the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.
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- Enhanced Blood Flow
During sleep, blood flow to the skin increases. It delivers essential nutrients and oxygen that help repair damage from UV exposure and pollution. The result? A healthy glow - Cell Regeneration
Skin cells regenerate more quickly while we sleep. The rate of cell turnover is higher during the night, allowing the skin to shed dead cells and replace them with new, healthy ones. This improves skin texture and tone - Reduced Cortisol Levels
Cortisol, a stress hormone, can break down collagen and contribute to the formation of wrinkles. Good quality sleep helps regulate cortisol levels, thereby reducing its negative impact on the skin - Hydration Station
The skin loses more water during the day compared to night because sleep helps the skin retain moisture. Well-hydrated skin appears plumper and less prone to wrinkles - Growth Hormones
During deep sleep, the body releases growth hormones, which play a key role in tissue growth and repair. These hormones help the skin recover from the damage it has sustained and support the formation of new cells
Not only this, but they also contain Chondrus Crispus Powder and Glycerin, which are known to counteract the appearance of dark circles and purple-y tones, as well as plump and smooth out fine lines and wrinkles.
These eye patches are perfect for late nights and early mornings and are simply applied under eyes on makeup-free skin.
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She told Fabulous: “The science is evident that we all have the power to make simple life changing alterations to better our future selves – no matter what genetic hand we might have been dealt with.
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“All this does is promote the ageing process, but we all have the potential to change this.”
It may be hard, but try to keep away from sugary carbohydrates, because they feed chronic inflammation, which is one of the worst enemies of reversing ageing.
Now only will you end up putting on weight if you consume them regularly, but your energy and hormonal levels will be affected and this will influence how you look and feel.
Whatever your age or state of health, it’s never too late to reverse how quickly you are ageing and embrace the energy and vigour of a younger you.
Antioxidants, such as vitamins A, C, and E, are essential in neutralising free radicals—the culprits behind premature ageing.
Integrating a spectrum of colourful fruits and vegetables into your diet provides a potent source of antioxidants.
Omega-3 fatty acids, abundant in fatty fish like salmon and flaxseeds, are vital for maintaining skin elasticity and hydration.
Omega-3s act as nourishment for your skin, locking in moisture and diminishing fine lines and wrinkles.
Collagen, a structural protein dwindling with age, can be replenished through collagen-rich foods like bone broth and lean protein sources.
Whilst it is advised to keep the patches on for 20 to 30 minutes, you can sit back and relax and wear them for however long feels nice.
And don’t worry, you won’t need to make a mess, as there’s no need to rinse.
You simply discard the masks when done and pat the remaining essence into the skin.
Thanks to these cheap buys, you’ll look and feel fabulous in no time, without needing to break the bank.