12 The Eyes Have It The eyes are the focal point of the face, but they are also among the first areas to show signs of aging. The skin around the eyes is approximately 10 times thinner than other facial areas, making it more susceptible to environmental damage, lifestyle factors, and ageing. As we age, the skin loses collagen, elastin, and hyaluronic acid, which are vital for maintaining firmness, elasticity, and hydration. The skin around the eyes also has fewer oil glands, leading to dryness that makes fine lines and wrinkles more visible. Why Wrinkles and Fine Lines Form Genetics influence how skin ages, but lifestyle factors like sun exposure accelerate fine lines and wrinkles. UV rays break down collagen, leading to premature aging. Treatments that stimulate collagen production and increase hydration can slow the aging process. In-clinic options include: • Skin needling • Fractional laser • Radiofrequency • Chemical peels • Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) therapy At home, eye creams with hydrating ingredients and peptides can support the skin, and anti-wrinkle injections can temporarily relax muscles that cause crow’s feet. Dark Circles: Causes and Solutions Dark circles can be hereditary or develop due to age, illness, or lack of sleep. Thinning skin and blood pooling can cause discolouration, while bone reabsorption can create hollowing. Treatments such as vitamin A and peptide-based eye creams, radiofrequency skin tightening, laser therapy, or PRP can improve the appearance of dark circles. Puffiness and Eye Bags Puffiness often results from poor lymphatic circulation, causing fluid accumulation. A gentle lymphatic eye massage or caffeine-based eye creams can help. Cold tea bags applied to the eyes can also reduce puffiness. Eye bags, caused by weakening of the supportive ligament under the eyes, may require lower lid surgery for more effective treatment. Tips for Maintaining Eye Health and Appearance • Protect your eyes with sunglasses to prevent UV damage. • Reduce salt intake to avoid fluid retention. • Boost your vitamin C to improve skin health. • Limit sugar, which damages collagen. • Stay hydrated and prioritise sleep. • Eat foods rich in essential fatty acids for glowing skin. Finding the Right Solutions for You Eye care products and treatments can vary greatly, and the eye area is particularly sensitive. At-home skin needling can be beneficial, but it’s important to consult a dermal clinician to determine the best product, treatment, or procedure for your specific concerns. We invite you to contact AURA MEDICLINIC at Ashmore City Professional Centre for more information. info@auramediclinic.com.au | auramediclinic.com.au Mary Ellen Beattie Registered Nurse Skin & Laser Specialist Ph: 5654 5199 Ashmore City Professional Centre 206 Currumburra Rd, Ashmore Research using lesser known sites and local Family History Societies It is a fact in the genealogy world that many researchers rely on one website only for all their information. The obvious example is www.ancestry. com and whilst this is an excellent resource other sites should be utilised in your search. I have family that hail from Oxfordshire so I investigated what other sources I could delve into. Many British counties hold their own records – a simple Google search will highlight where the records are kept for the county you are researching. For Oxfordshire, I found www.oxfordshirehistory.org. uk which provided many links to information about the shire. I checked these links to establish exactly what records and dates were available and where I could go to view these either online or in person. Most counties hold records and many of them have family history societies with databases. There may be a fee to join these societies but it will be much less than an in-person visit! In other cases, the local authority may have made access available via one of the common large sites like www.myheritage. com. Try a Google search for vital records for your village, town, burgh, shire or county to open a wealth of information regarding where else to look for your ancestors. For help with producing your family tree, you may like to join the Gold Coast Family History Society. For a modest yearly fee, you will have access to a comprehensive library, many worldwide subscription websites, and fellow researchers prepared to help you get started or break down any brick walls you may encounter. For further information visit http:// www.goldcoastfhs.org.au or attend our rooms at Bicentennial Building, 833 Nerang-Southport Road, Nerang. GOLD COAST FAMILY HISTORY SOCIETY Tired of Broken Vertical Blinds? Blinds Don’t Open? Fabric Blades Faded? CALL RON 0438 724 834 No Call Out Fee or Minimum Charge SPECIAL PRICES FOR SENIORS We can fix them or replace Tracks only, New Blockout Blades or complete NEW Verticals with simple Wand Controls
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