Dark circles under the eyes can be a very upsetting problem for many people as it tends to make them appear ill, tired or stressed. Often the reason for the dark circles is none of the above and can unfortunately be hereditary. Of course, if there is any reason to suspect illness may be the cause, it is imperative to get a check up from a doctor. However, if illness is not to blame and stress and sleeplessness can also be ruled out, then it is likely due to problems with the skin.
The skin under the eyes is much thinner than that on the rest of the face, making it prone to discoloration and darkness. Often, dark circles are simply the results of blood capillaries under the surface becoming engorged or bursting, showing as a bluish tint through the skin. Of course make-up can be used to help cover the area, although it should be applied with a very light hand and must be the correct tone to avoid the circles looking worse. For most people a yellow-tinted concealer works well as it counter-acts the blue.
For those who wish to try a cream or serum to help diminish the dark circles, there are a great many on the market from which to choose. The main purpose of any cream designed for this problem is to help constrict the vessels, reduce under eye puffiness, improve circulation and strengthen the skin. A good cream will include vitamin C to reinforce the vessels and vitamin K which improves the appearance of bruising. Other ingredients often included in creams are niacin, to help diminish wrinkles, alpha-arbutin and peptides. Sometimes they will even use light refracting pigments that ‘bounce’ light off the skin, making the dark circles even less visible.
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