One of the main causes of dark circles under your eyes is rubbing provoked by allergies. Allergies can be induced by season changes or various foods. If your dark circles are because of allergies, use a very gentle cleanser and be sure to avoid rubbing your eyes.
The second main cause is genetics. If your parents suffer from dark circles, it is very possible you will also.
The third reason for dark circles, is visible veins as a result of thinning skin! This is why you may notice that dark circles increase with age. Use a little retinoid around the eye area to increase collagen production, and thicken the skin.
If your dark circles seem to be on top of the skin, as in pigmentation of the skin, you should use a skin lightening product. Hydroquinone, arbutin, or kojic acid are a few ingredients that can aid in lightening hyper-pigmentation.
Use a gentle eye cream daily, and tap it very gently into the eye area with your middle finger. Avoid tugging or pulling at the eye area. Avoid sleeping on your stomach, as this can increase blood pooling under the eyes. Try to sleep on your back, if at all possible.
Top Tips:
1. Take two green-tea bags and soak them in hot water. Put them in the freezer until they become very cool. Place them on your eyes and sit with them on for 15-20 minutes. The caffeine in the green-tea will help with dark circles around the eyes.
2. Look for an eye cream that also contains caffeine, and keep your eye cream in the fridge for added benefits.
3. Try a good concealer. Visit your local high-end makeup counter and ask for advice on concealing dark circles.
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