We've all had them from time to time – those wonderful dark circles under our eyes that either means tiredness or a good night before, amongst other things. Whether you're a young party goers or someone of an older disposition, these often-unattractive patterns are there for everyone to see. But what causes them and how can we remove them?
The Causes of Dark Circles Under Eyes There are a number of ways that dark circles under eyes can be caused, and although they are more prevalent in people of an older age, they can affect the young too. Some of the more common reasons for dark circles are: · Old age. As we grow older, our skin becomes more translucent and this in turn makes the veins underneath our skin come to the fore. This results in the dark circle look.
· Diet. We've all heard of how a balanced diet is good for our overall health, and this includes our eyes. Lack of nutrients can lead to our bodies breaking down, again leading to dark circles under our eyes.
· Sleep deprivation. Whether you're burning the candles at both ends, or suffer from sleep problems, the end result is the same, and often more pronounced as the eyes get puffier when tired.
How can I remove Dark Circles Under my Eyes? Although they can be slightly ugly and give you a more haggard appearance than normal, the good news is that dark circles under the eyes can be cared for quite easily, and are not usually permanent (unless there is a bigger underlying issue, such as insomnia, where medical advice should be sought).
There are a number of ways you can help prevent the build-up of dark circles in the first place, and they include:
· If you're out in bright sunshine, always wear dark sunglasses. Combine this with a strong sunscreen for the area around your eyes, such as Factor 30 – not only will this protect your eyes from the sun's UV rays, it will keep your skin strong.
· Drink lots of water. Pure water has long been associated with smoother skin and an effective barrier against aging. · Get as much rest as you can. Not only will you feel more alert yourself, your eyes will feel less strained, reducing the chances of dark circles under them.
If you have already noticed that you have dark circles under your eyes, then there are a number of methods you can make use of to reduce the circles, and they can all be used with simple household items:
Cut some cool cucumber into two slices and apply them over your closed eyelids. Leave them on for 15 minutes for the best results.
Similarly, get two cool teabags (normal tea, though, not herbal) and apply them to your closed eyes as you would the cucumber.
Eat plenty of fruit and vegetables with Vitamin C and iron. When these two vitamins are combined, they strengthen the skin, once again reducing the chances of dark circles under the eyes.
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» left by candy hawkins from houma louisiana 70364 (2 years 108 days ago.)
yes very helpful my name is candy hakins age22 i have dark rings around the hole eye area what can i do about it Respond to this comment
» left by Overallbeauty(6,976) Overallbeauty (2 years 108 days ago.)
Yes can use a cover-up under your eyes. Just don't pick one that is lighter than
your foundation if you wear one. Sleep sometimes is a big help as well. If it
really bothers you, talk with your doctor, they would know best. Respond to this comment
» left by jacob from india (1 year 127 days ago.)
HI This is jacob my eyes are very small and it looks like very bad. my question is how can we increase our eyes balls and lovely look. Respond to this comment
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