Dark Circles Under Eyes

Removal and Treatment

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

What Causes Dark Circles Under Eyes

dark circles under eyes imageDark circles under the eyes are never attractive. They are quite noticeable to the extend that anyone looking at you sees them.

These dark under eye circles can be caused by lack of sleep, stress, poor habits, sun damage, allergies, age, heredity, over-use of caffeine, alcohol, over-sleeping, congested sinuses, high blood pressure, any one or a combination these things. But even if you get enough sleep and are stress free, as you age, in all likelihood you may develop dark circles anyway. The underlying cause results from a layer of fat underneath your eyes that thicken with time, giving the appearance of dark circles when you are in certain lighting.

Years of sun damage causes microscopic blood vessels under your eyes to destabilize, thus adding to the problem.

No Body Wants Dark Circles - Can Something Be Done

The first step should be to look into the reasons for your dark circles. Have they always been there? Have they just recently shown up? Can you relate them to anything in particular? Do they run in your family? If you can pinpoint and eliminate a particular cause, you can get rid try to find the best way to rid yourself of the problem.

While there might not be a cure for the dark circles under the eyes, their effects can be diminished. Here are some of the thing you might try:

 

1. Thinly slice a cucumber. Lie flat or with head slightly raised on a pillow. Place one cucumber slice on each eye and leave for at least 10-15 minutes. This is a good time to relax and meditate while getting the benefit of reducing dark eye circles.
2. Grate a portion of a plain potato. Place in a clean white cloth and apply over closed eyes for about 20 minutes.
3. Place a cold, white washcloth over eyes for about 15 minutes.
4. Place a cold tea bag, one over each eye, for about 15 minutes.
5. Gently apply a concealer to the under eye area to hide the dark circles. Use a color that is slightly lighter than your skin color.
6. Use cosmetics on the market specifically formulated to minimize dark under eye circles. Scrutinize such products carefully to determine their safety for your use. Different brands suit different people.
7. Drink 10 glasses of water daily to assist your body in flushing out toxins.
8. In some cases, you might benefit from seeking the professional advice of a dermatologist for getting rid of the dark circles.


Final Tips and Suggestions for Eliminating Under Eye Dark Circles

Always be extra careful when handling the area around your eyes. Never use toner or any other cosmetic that is not made for the eye area or specifically warns not to be used in the eye area near your eyes.

Eat a balanced diet containing plenty of fruits and fresh vegetable. Avoid excess coffee, tea, alcohol, caffeinated soft drinks, sugar and salty foods.

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