Dark circles: Signs to recognize and how to fix

Are you feeling self-conscious about your dull-looking face due to dark circles? If so, let’s explore the following article to quickly gather effective ways to treat dark circles and regain youthful and captivating eyes.

Signs of dark circles under the eyes

The skin around the eyes, especially the skin under the eyes, has a thinner structure than other areas of the face. Therefore, it is very susceptible to damage and leads to many problems, especially the appearance of dark circles.

Dark circles are recognized when the skin under the eyelids appears dark, which can be blue, purple, brown, or black, depending on your natural skin color. Dark circles under the eyes make the face look tired or older than its actual age.

Below are the types of dark circles under the eyes:

Pigmented dark circles (Pigmented – P)

Pigmented dark circles around the eyes are mostly brown and are often related to pigmentation issues such as freckles, brown spots, and melasma.

Vascular dark circles (Vascular- V)

Vascular dark circles usually have a pink or slightly purple color, without accompanying puffiness or edema in the eye area.

Structural dark circles (Structural – S)

Dark circles appear when the amount of fat under the eyes decreases, creating hollows in the tear trough and eye socket, causing shadows and revealing dark circles when light is cast from above.

Mixed dark circles (Mixed – M)

A fairly common type of dark circle. This is a condition where a mixture of different types of dark circles appears, such as those caused by pigmentation, vascular issues, or structural changes.

Risk factors and causes of dark circles

Natural aging process

This is the main reason why women have “panda eyes”. Over time, Collagen and Elastin in the skin decrease in both quantity and quality, causing the skin to lose elasticity, become easily damaged, and develop dark circles.

Genetic, congenital factors

Some people have congenital dark circles due to genetics, causing poor blood circulation in the under-eye area and making the skin darker. If a relative has dark circles under their eyes, women are at a higher risk of experiencing this condition.

Sun exposure

When exposed to UV rays in sunlight, the body produces Melanin pigment to protect the skin. However, an excessive increase in Melanin can become surplus, causing women to have dark circles under their eyes.

Fatigue, lack of sleep

Not getting enough sleep causes the body to produce cortisol, leading to increased blood volume. At that time, blood vessels expand to accommodate the excess blood. Because the skin under the eyes is quite thin, the blood vessels under the skin become visible, resulting in dark circles.

Dietary factors

A diet lacking vitamins A, C, K, & E can lead to dark circles. Additionally, a habit of eating salty foods can cause fluid retention and stimulate blood vessels to become prominent under the eyes, making the skin around the eyes darker.

Other causes of dark circles

Dark circles can also be due to certain medical conditions (dermatitis, asthma, allergies, kidney failure, liver disease, stomach disease, anemia,…), or using unsuitable cosmetics/pharmaceuticals, stress, consuming stimulants,…

Do dark circles affect anything?

Dark circles make many people feel insecure because their face looks older than their age, their eyes less lively, and they lose the freshness they once had.

Treatment solutions for dark circles under the eyes

Based on each cause of dark circles, the doctor will prescribe an appropriate treatment method.

Treatment of dark circles due to pigmentation

Skin aging and environmental changes, especially excessive exposure to sunlight, can cause the skin under the eyelids to produce more Melanin, leading to darkening and the formation of dark circles.

At that time, women can refer to the following remedies for dark circles caused by pigmentation: using skin-lightening creams for the eye area (containing active ingredients like Tretinoin, Hydroquinone, Kojic acid,…), chemical peels, using technology (IPL) or laser technology,… With these methods, women should also combine home skincare to achieve maximum effectiveness.

Laser treatment for pigmentation of the lower eyelid, effectively improving dark circles.

Treatment of dark circles due to vascular causes

Due to some causes (such as dermatitis, insomnia, rubbing the eyes,…), the blood vessels under the eyes can dilate and show through the skin, leading to darkening. At that time, women can apply topical or injectable active ingredients (vitamin K, extract from Ginkgo biloba,…), use IPL laser technology, PDL as directed by the doctor.

Persistently applying eye cream containing vitamin K can help reduce dark circles.

Treatment of dark circles due to structural causes

As one ages, the fat on the face sags and the volume of fat decreases, causing the ligaments attached to the bones to create hollows in the tear trough and eye socket. Accordingly, these hollows can cause shadowing, making the dark circles under the eyes more pronounced due to light from above.

To remedy this situation, the following treatment measures can be taken: HA (Hyaluronic Acid) fillers and eyelid surgery (lower eyelid surgery through the conjunctival route or through an external incision, depending on the doctor’s instructions).

Treatment of dark circles under the eyes through external incision eyelid surgery, addressing signs of aging in middle age (including dark circles, bags of fat, tear troughs, and excess skin).

Thus, to establish an effective treatment plan for dark circles, it is important to accurately diagnose the cause from the beginning. Therefore, women need to seek reputable cosmetic facilities – where there are skilled doctors with in-depth knowledge of the skin around the eyes to examine, diagnose, and treat correctly.

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How to prevent
dark circles

To combat dark circles, women can refer to the following methods:

1. Wear UV protection sunglasses and use sunscreen around the eye area whenever going outside.

2. Going to bed early and getting enough sleep, exercising regularly, and reducing stress are also solutions to help women prevent dark circles under the eyes.

3. Limit the habit of rubbing the eyes too much to avoid forming wrinkles and dark circles, while keeping the eyes lively.

4. Ensure adequate nutrition (especially vitamins A and E), and drink enough water to help prevent dark circles.

The article above provides information to help women clearly recognize dark circles and have timely solutions to address them. Dr. Eye is pleased to accompany women on the journey to improve aging issues around the eyes, so that every day passes happily with bright eyes. Contact us now for detailed consultation!