What are dark circles under the eyes and why do they appear?
The formation of dark marks under the eyes is known as dark circles, these circles can be blue, purple, brown or black depending on the type of pigmentation of each skin type.
Dark circles under the eyes appear as a result of the constriction of the blood vessels around the eyes that produce hyperpigmentation of the skin. Although they are associated in most cases with lack of sleep, they do not always have this origin, but can be related to many other factors.
They do not represent a health problem that the patient should worry about, however, at an aesthetic level they can be an obstacle and this is why it is important to provide effective treatments.
Types of dark circles under the eyes
Pigmentation dark circles under the eyes
They are caused by a congenital and in other cases acquired condition that causes idiopathic hyperchromia around the eyes, that is, an exaggerated amount of melanin is produced that pigments the skin in brown or black.
Vascular
They are related to the vascular functioning of the area, they are characterized by painting with blue, purple or pink tones. They occur because circulation is poor.
Dark circles with furrows
As a natural consequence of aging, a groove is marked in the contour of the eye due to the loss of fat in the cheek and causes the skin to sag due to gravity. These markings can be marked in a variety of colors.
Home treatments to get rid of dark circles under the eyes
Since many of the causes of dark circles have to do with habits and lifestyle, certain changes can be implemented to reduce or eliminate dark circles.
Sleep better or longer.
Tiredness is a key factor for the appearance of dark circles, rest is essential not only to help dark circles but to prevent any other type of disease. We recommend sleeping between 7 or 8 hours a day deeply and continuously so that the tissues can repair, as well as using a pillow to elevate the head and improve blood flow.
Cucumber slices over the eyes.
An excellent natural ally to reduce eye puffiness and moisturize the skin. In addition to the amount of water, it also contains vitamin C and silica, key components to motivate tissue regeneration.
Cold therapy with compresses.
The cold constricts the blood vessels and noticeably reduces dark circles, its action is temporary but if you create a habit with this therapy the effects are more and more prolonged.
Fresh tea bags.
Tea options can be: black or green. You just have to boil it in water, let them cool and use the bags on your eyelids, the ingredients of the tea such as caffeine improve blood circulation and provide antioxidants to the skin. They can also be left in the fridge for a while and add this chilling effect to the treatment.
Lasting Changes Can Be Achieved
With the help of a dermatologist like Dr. Diana Tejada who evaluates the skin and recommends an ideal option for each case.
Medical treatment to remove dark circles.
When the problem does not diminish with home treatments and limits the patient’s self-esteem, more intense treatments are required to help eliminate the situation at the root.
Hyaluronic acid
This injectable treatment is ideal for recovering fat tissue and restoring the naturalness of the skin around the eyes. It is a safe, painless and natural option to stimulate the improvement of the tissues around the eyes.
Mesotherapy
In the mesotherapy session, microneedles are used to distribute the selection of injectables around the eyes, their delicate application cares for this thin skin and allows a cocktail of nutrients such as hyaluronic acid, vitamins and antioxidants to improve the appearance of the skin.
Laser
The laser allows the beam of light to penetrate the skin and close the blood vessels that cause the dark mark of dark circles, providing a safe, effective and fast option to eliminate dark circles.
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