Occasionally dark circles are just genetic and are therefore a part of the individual’s DNA. Genetics can also be the cause of dark circles; if your close family members have it, then there are high possibilities that you will develop it as well. Some people have skin under their eyes that is naturally finer and blood vessels are more pronounced so that they will have bluish tinge. 

 Aging 

 Since the collagen in the skin decreases with age, the skin becomes thinner; this reveals the blood vessels. This could make dark circles seem worse later on in time. Also due to aging, the fat pads present below the eyes can also reduce in size and the skin thus becomes hollow and casts shadows making the dark circles to be even more pronounced. 

 Allergies and Congestion 

Scratching the eyes by irritation also deepens the dark circles because it damages the skin and triggers inflammation. 

 

Lifestyle Habits 

Some habits could lead to formation of dark circles on the skin, and these include smoking as well as taking too much alcohol. Smoking also decreases the levels of collagen and also constricts the blood vessels and alcohol proves to be quite dehydrating and makes the circles darker. 

 

 Ways on How to Remove Dark Circles 

 It might be impossible to get rid of dark circles all together but there are different procedures that you can employ in order to have them minimized. 

 Get Enough Sleep 

 This one may seem obvious, but it is often the case that the ‘action’ is not specified. The body and skin need rest and this means that you should be willing to go to bed and wake up with 7-9 hours of sleep. According to Dr Kos, getting enough rest decreases cortisol production, which plays a pivotal role in elasticity and skin thickness of the skin hence minimizing the appearance of the dark circles. 

 Apply Cold Compresses 

 Acute cold application is beneficial in the reduction of swelling, and observing that the blood vessels which enlarge to produce the dark circles reduces in size. You can have a chilled spoon, the cucumber slices or the damp washcloth to add to helping you in case of sore throat. It means use it under the eyes for 10-15 minutes so that it decreases the swelling of the area. 

 Eyes are very sensitive areas on the face so when selecting an eye cream you should use a good eye cream. 

Retinol: Some of the health benefits of one component is that it aids in collagen formation, which causes the skin to thicken and conceal the dark circles. 

 Hyaluronic Acid: Moisturizers the skin and fills the under-eye with a fuller and less empty appearance and less shadowy. 

 

Address Underlying Allergies 

 It is also important to note that if the dark circles are a result of an allergy then one has to treat the allergy appropriately. Eye creams containing vitamin K can also be used to minimize the swelling, and this would mean that the dark circles are reduced as well or one can use antihistamines, which are available either over the counter or by prescription. 

 

 If one’s dark circles are unperturbed by what is offered at home then one may opt for beauty treatments. Some options include: 

 

 Chemical Peels: If the peels contain AHAs or other exfoliating elements, then the skin tone and pigmentation difficulties can be solved. 

 Laser Therapy: Lasers also cause the pigment to turn over and stimulate the production of collagen to thin out the skin thereby minimizing dark circles. 

 Fillers: For dark circles, which are pioneered by hollowness under the eyes, fillers can be used to help to fill the space and thereby remove any shadow cast. 

 It is always advisable to seek advice from your dermatologist or any medical practitioner before going for any cosmetic treatments since they will advise you on which cosmetic treatment will suit you or the treatment that is right for your skin type. 

 

Ways Best to Avoid Black Eyes 

 Limit alcohol and smoking: Both the habits can cause dryness of skin and lead to aging thus making the dark circles look more defined. 

 Manage stress: Stress can disrupt sleep and cause skin issues. Always consider the skin when you are stressed. Introduce stress reduction tools such as arts of yoga, meditation, deep breathing to ensure that one is health conscious.