Dark Undereye Circles

What are Dark Undereye Circles?

“Tired eyes” or dark circles under the eyes give you a permanently tired, aged, and worn-out look. You may feel energetic and vibrant on the inside but your outward appearance attracts unwelcome ‘you look tired’ comments from people daily.

As your eyes are the window to the soul, removing your dark eye bags can dramatically improve your appearance, taking years off your face, and in many cases restoring and uplifting self-confidence.

What causes dark circles?

There are a number of contributing factors for dark circles. Some common causes of include:

Fatigue

Oversleeping, extreme fatigue, or just staying up a few hours past your normal bedtime can cause dark circles to form under your eyes. Sleep deprivation can cause your skin to become dull and pale, allowing for dark tissues and blood vessels beneath your skin to show.

Age

Natural aging is another common cause of those dark circles beneath your eyes. As you get older, your skin becomes thinner. You also lose the fat and collagen needed to maintain your skin’s elasticity. As this occurs, the dark blood vessels beneath your skin become more visible causing the area below your eyes to darken.

Eye strain

Staring at your television or computer screen can cause significant strain on your eyes. This strain can cause blood vessels around your eyes to enlarge. As a result, the skin surrounding your eyes can darken.

Dehydration

Dehydration is a common cause of dark circles under your eyes. When your body is not receiving the proper amount of water, the skin beneath your eyes begins to look dull and your eyes look sunken. This is due to their close proximity to the underlying bone.

Treatments for Dark Undereye Circles