When you go to bed at night, you expect to wake up with skin that is rejuvenated and energized, especially if you follow a strict nightly skincare routine. Instead, you wake up with dark circles under your eyes, making you appear tired and worn out. So much for a good night's sleep.

Lack of sleep, dehydration, and genetic predisposition are the most common causes of dark circles and bags under the eyes. Because dark under-eye circles are often caused by a combination of factors, we often require more than an eye cream to see significant improvement.

What Are the Causes of Dark Circles?

To understand how to treat dark circles, you must first understand what causes them. For starters, there could be a genetic component. In fact, the most common cause of dark circles is facial anatomy. Some people's face makeup can cause their eyes to appear more "sunken," resulting in shadowing that appears as dark circles under their eyes. The ageing process can also have an impact on the appearance of the under-eye area. Dark eye circles can become more visible as we lose volume in our faces.

However, dark circles are not always inherited. Fatigue, stress, muscle exhaustion around the eyes, and ageing may all play a role. Consumption of alcoholic beverages, smoking, and excessive consumption of caffeinated beverages can all exacerbate darkness.

Certain medical conditions, on the other hand, can have an effect on the under eye. This type of dark discoloration can also be caused by systemic conditions such as wasting syndrome (body weakness and wasting caused by severe chronic illness), gastrointestinal disease, thyroid dysfunction, vitamin K deficiency, hormonal abnormalities, and heart and kidney disease. Eczema, contact dermatitis, or any airborne or food allergy are among the culprits for some patients. Oral contraception, hormone therapy, psychiatric medications, iron, gold, and chemotherapy treatments can all contribute to dark circles under the eyes.

Why Isn't Eye Cream Enough?

Eye creams address common concerns such as tightening, brightening, and de-puffing, but they are often insufficient to eliminate dark circles, particularly those caused by genetics or ageing. You won't be able to truly "get rid" of dark eye circles if they are caused by your facial anatomy. But that doesn't mean you should get rid of your favorite items. Eye cream can help with under-eye bags caused by external factors. If your dark circles are caused by allergies or a lack of sleep, you can take some preventative measures and treat them with creams.

Dark Circles Treatment

Professional assistance may be your best bet if you want to reduce the appearance of stubborn dark circles. A dermatologist will typically treat the area with fillers, peels, and lasers to reduce pigmentation and make the eye area look more youthful and awake. It has the potential to make a significant difference in this area.

PRP Treatment

Microneedling and Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) help to smooth out hollows and fill in areas of volume loss, making under-eye hollows less visible.

Chemical Peels

Light chemical peels lift dark pigmentation and improve the quality of the skin around the eyes.

Laser Treatment

Gentle lasers can also be used to lighten or remove dark pigmentation under the eye.

Dermal Fillers

Under eye dermal filler with a hyaluronic acid-based product will usually produce the most dramatic results. The most effective way to treat dark under-eye circles is with under-eye filler. They work by filling in the hollows in the area, resulting in brighter under eyes free of shadowing and dark circles. The filler is injected into the tear trough and has a 24-month lifespan.

The Bottom Line

Although eye creams can help with a variety of eye-related issues such as puffiness, crow's feet, and fine lines, dark circles often require a little more attention. Treatments such as fillers, chemical peels, and lasers can lighten the under eye area depending on the cause. Consultation with a dermatologist will ensure that you receive the best treatment for your specific needs.

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