Why You Get Dark Circles Under Your Eye And How To Fix It
August 14th, 2008 Posted by: Chris Channing
Cosmetologists have long been aware of the fact that some people are just susceptible to dark “bags” under their eyes. But getting rid of this often hereditary condition is easier than most would think- it just takes a little ingenuity and determination to get one’s skin looking its best.
Sleep is the first remedy that everyone shoudl try before consulting further means of fixing the problem. Lack of sleep causes the condition of having dark circles under one’s eyes, which can also cause low blood pressure. We can see this since those who don’t get enough sleep appear to be more pale than others- which can show that blood isn’t flowing well enough to the skin.
Another less fortunate cause of the condition is the fact that one can get dark circles under their eyes simply because it may be hereditary. Studies show that the condition is passed on from generation to generation in families that have a history of the condition. This isn’t to say there still aren’t solutions, there is just more of a chance that things such as sleep won’t completely cure the condition.
The best way to get treatment for this condition is to do it while you sleep! Apply a face mask full of vitamins, chemicals, and special wraps can make the skin glow and shine each morning when one wakes up. If things still aren’t back to normal after a few days, try using cucumber slices- these have been proven to increase skin color in a positive way.
Oddly enough, you might also try to use tea bags in place of cucumbers or other facial remedies. Tea bags will contain what is called tannin, a substance that has been proven in studies to act much like the cucumber slices do. The tea bag materials can be applied with water, applied to a damp cloth, and let set for 15 minutes. If you want to reap maximum benefit, try getting a full night’s sleep with the mixture on.
If one has access to vitamin K, which is in most types of beneficial skin creams, it should be applied under the eyes on a daily basis. Another common cause of dark circles under the eye is the lack of vitamin K, in which apply a cream will return the vitamin K levels back to normal. Most people see a significant difference in skin discoloration from this solution alone.
In Conclusion
As we can see dark circles under your eyes aren’t threatening in the least. Regardless, they may be a sign of something more serious- in which case a doctor should be visited if they stay for two or more weeks even after treatment is made. After all, it is best to be safe than sorry!
