What causes dark eye circles?

Dark eye circles are a concern as it can make a person look tired, sad or unhealthy. This common condition can come from one or more of the following factors:

  • Hyperpigmentation (giving off a brown-tinged discoloration) due to increased melanin production. This one is the easiest to remedy and prevent with the use of a broad spectrum sunscreen and UV-blocking sunglasses.
  • Pronounced superficial blood vessels (giving off a bluish or purplish discoloration) showing through the thin skin around the eyes.
  • Undereye fat deposits that inflate the lower lid, causing dark shadows.

A wide variety of underlying issues often make this particular cosmetic concern resistant to treatment. They can be from medical problems such as kidney, liver, heart, thyroid, or hereditary blood disorders; vitamin K deficiency; Addison’s disease; or circulatory problems that cause excess fluid retention. Environmental culprits include allergies, asthma or eczema that could cause persistent itching and rubbing. Lifestyle factors such as lack of sleep, smoking, excessive alcohol, caffeine, or salt intake should also be taken into effect.

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