Dark circles around the eyes is usually caused by fatigue or sleep deprivation, making the owner appear older.
Dark circles are also caused by a very thin skin around the eyes, so the blood vessels in the area are easily visible. Allergies, too much smoking, sun exposure or certain disease also makes the area around the eyes blackened.
To get rid of dark circles due to fatigue there are several ways that can be done, as quoted from the Modern Mom.
1. Compress with cold water or use a tea bag that has been used cold, cold cucumber slices, a refrigerated gel mask or bag of frozen peas in a towel. Let stand at around lower eyelids for 15-20 minutes.
2. Avoid lying down horizontally for causing fluid retention that causes swollen eyes. Use two pillows while sleeping. Nasal congestion is another cause circles under the eyes, so that cleaning or nasal spray can help reduce dark circles.
3. Cosmetic can reduce the eye dark circles, among them the cream containing retinol, vitamin K, vitamin C and vitamin E. Vitamin K may decrease the blood vessels, and retinol helps build collagen. Use peach concealer to cover eye circles and avoid concealer bluish white or gray. Also avoid cosmetic products that contain salicylic acid or glycolic and scented products that create allergies and swelling worsened.
4. For long-term solution, especially for those who have thin skin, consult a dermatologist. Laser therapy, chemical peeling or eyelid surgery to inject the basin causes swelling and black shadows are usually done at the clinic cosmetics. If the lower eyelids continue to swell, indicating a possible symptom of kidney. We recommend that you check with your doctor.
