Dark circles are a hassle in every household. Even those who are not skincare enthusiasts cannot tolerate the panda-eye look. Undereye dark circles are a sure way to ruin any look. But why do they occur? Some say it happens due to lack of sleep. Let’s see what else can lead to dark circles in the section below.

What Causes Dark Circles?

• Lack of restful sleep
• Thin skin around the eyes that makes the blood vessels underneath more visible
• Excessive eye strain from smart screens or other focused eye activity (like stitching, reading, etc)
• Excessive eye rubbing because of dryness or allergy
• Excessive melanin formation under the eyes, caused by unprotected sun exposure
• Side effect of other medication
• Genetic tendency to develop dark circles
• Smoking and alcohol consumption

What Are The Treatment Options For Undereye Dark Circles?

• Topical Formulas: The first line of treatment is reducing the extent of pigmentation by using topical solutions of hyaluronic acid, hydroquinone, etc. This shows the true extent of dark circles so that the right procedure can be used.
• Chemical Peels: These peels contain a concentrated solution of AHAs and BHAs that can remove deep-seated impurities to restore the natural look of the skin. It can also remove the top layer of the skin prompting collagen production that helps develop new, pigmentation-free skin.
• Laser Therapy: One commonly used treatment for deep circles is using light energy to break down the melanin of the skin. It also helps with skin resurfacing, tightening, and thus, reduction of the appearance of dark circles.
• Carboxytherapy: In this procedure, carbon dioxide is injected into the pigmented area to promote blood circulation and improve dark circles.
• Dermal Fillers: If your dark circles are caused by thin skin, it can be treated with dermal fillers. By injecting a gel of hyaluronic acid, you can get some volume and your eyes will not look too hollow. This will also reduce the appearance of underlying blood vessels and thus, improve the look of dark circles.

All these treatments, even though long-lasting, are not permanent. So, if you want to enhance their longevity, you can use cold compression on your eyes to keep them soothed and relaxed. You can also use tea bags or cucumber slices for the same effect. In addition, get enough sleep and hydration, reduce stress in the eyes, and maintain a healthy diet to prevent redarkening your undereyes too soon. However, eventually if or when you do get dark circles under your eyes again, you can take the same treatment again to regain similar results.