Remedies for Dark Circles

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Dark circles are unsightly dark-bluish halos that form in the suborbital area, that is under the eyes, subtracting its natural beauty from the gaze. Dark circles are mainly due to congenital capillary fragility, therefore they can indistinctly spoil the charm of the gaze of young people In addition to the hereditary component, dark circles can be favored by numerous, various factors: incorrect lifestyle, direct exposure to sunlight, continuous rubbing of the eyes, stress, repeated washing of the face with too hot water, skin aging, periorbital edema (swelling of the eyes), dehydration of the skin, anemia, smoking and tears of the valley (typical aging imperfection, characterized by marked thinning of the skin in the periorbital area and the "descent" of the lower eyelid). Some antiplatelet drugs - such as warfarin and acetylsalicylic acid - tend to accentuate the dark halo under the eyes. Finally, remember that even a sleepless night and the onset of menstruation can accentuate dark circles, even though they are not the main triggering cause.

The published material is intended to allow quick access to general advice, suggestions and remedies that doctors and textbooks usually dispense for the treatment of dark circles; such indications must in no way replace the opinion of the treating physician or other health specialists in the sector who are treating the patient. d "cold water under the eyes: the cold reduces the swelling that accompanies bags and dark circles

Constantly apply a moisturizing cream on the skin of the face (eg hyaluronic acid cream). In addition to being an effective anti-eye remedy, the regular application of moisturizing cosmetics delays the formation of wrinkles as much as possible.

Sleeping at least 7-8 hours a night is a (pleasant) remedy to prevent or mitigate the formation of dark circles: in fact, it is scientifically proven that insufficient night rest favors the stagnation of blood around the eye sockets, consequently facilitating the micro-haemorrhages responsible for the halos dark under the eyes

Sleeping with the torso slightly elevated can be a remedy to prevent excessive blood reflux into the eye sockets.

Drink at least 2 liters of water per day

Mask dark circles with specific makeup. For example, deep blue dark circles can be camouflaged with a peach concealer (specific for make-up)

The only effective remedy for cold or flu-dependent dark circles is to treat the underlying disease

Identify the cause of dark circles before undertaking any treatment

Use quality, gentle facial cleansers. Prefer cosmetics for sensitive skin

In fact, patients with anemia have more marked dark circles than healthy ones. Accordingly, it is recommended to treat the underlying disease (see: drugs for the treatment of anemia)

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Scratching the skin in the periorbital area

Apply aggressive exfoliating products (e.g. chemical peels) to the skin of the face, especially in the case of very sensitive skin

Wash your face with too hot water

Sleep a few hours a night

Smoking or frequenting excessively polluted places

Exposing yourself to the sun or to artificial lamps without protection against UV rays

Use scented and / or poor quality creams, as they may irritate the skin around the eyes

Use creams with glycolic acid or with salicylic acid in case of known or presumed allergy to these substances

Apply an ice pack directly on the eyes: it is preferable to wrap the bag on a soft cloth, to avoid possible cold burns

Apply the lightening creams in the eye contour area for a short period of time: to obtain a satisfactory anti-dark circles effect, it is recommended to apply the specific cosmetic daily, for a rather long period of time (at least 4-6 weeks)

, as it is rich in antioxidants (vitamin C and E)

Eating foods rich in vitamin C: citrus fruits, kiwis, berries, grape juice, etc. Ascorbic acid - which strengthens the capillary walls - is an effective remedy to protect the blood capillaries of the microcirculation.

Foods rich in iron (goose liver, bitter dark chocolate, muesli, lentils): food remedy particularly suitable for reducing dark circles in anemic patients. To these foods it is recommended to combine foods rich in vitamin C to facilitate iron absorption : these foods can accentuate dark circles

Tea and coffee hinder the absorption of iron; therefore, anemics should limit their intake

offers a wide range of solutions and natural remedies to make a look damaged by dark circles brighter. For this purpose, it is advisable to prefer products formulated with active ingredients extracted from:

• Gotu kola (Gotu kola) → natural remedy useful for stimulating the microcirculation
• Blackberry (Vaccinium myrtillus) → antioxidant and anti-edema properties
• Butcher's Broom (Ruscus aculeatus) → stimulating microcirculation, soothing and refreshing properties
• Red grapevine (Vitis vinifera) → antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties
• Cucumber (Cucumis sativus) → regenerating, moisturizing, decongestant, anti-inflammatory, vasoconstrictive properties
• Magnolia (Magnolia officinalis) → antioxidant, anti-inflammatory and antibacterial properties. Used in anti-aging creams to give elasticity to the skin around the eyes and deeply hydrate the skin
• Compresses with cold chamomile infusion (Matricaria recutita) → soothing, local anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, healing and skin-purifying properties. After having cooled the infusion (it is possible to speed up the cooling by adding ice to the infusion), it is advisable to make chamomile compresses directly on the periorbital area.
• Horse chestnut (Aesculus hippocastanum) → anti-eye remedy known for its anti-inflammatory, astringent and microcirculation stimulating properties
• Currants (Ribes nigrum) → antioxidant properties
• Witch hazel (Hamamelis virginiana) → astringent properties
• Green tea (Camellia sinensis) → astringent properties
• Rose water → astringent properties

, formulated with depigmenting active ingredients. Among the best known are:

• Retinoic acid (irritating compound)
• Azelaic acid (irritating compound)
• Kojic acid, known inhibitor of melanogenesis (process that regulates the synthesis of melanin)
• Ellagic acid, modulates melanogenesis in a minimally invasive and reversible way
• Hyaluronic acid: remedy indicated to reduce dark circles caused by the so-called tear of the valley
• Glycerizin, extracted from licorice
• Ascorbic acid: the known antioxidant properties effectively counteract the oxidative phenomena underlying melanogenesis
• Hydroquinone: the anti-dark circles treatment should be prolonged for at least 3-12 months (substance prohibited in cosmetics, rather used under medical prescription)

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Always apply a sunscreen on the skin of the face: the UV rays of the sun or artificial lamps can promote premature skin aging, thus anticipating the formation of dark circles and wrinkles

Nourish the skin with specific and quality moisturizing / lightening creams

Wear sunglasses during sun exposure: in the long term, in fact, the acquired tan under the eyes could accentuate the dark circles.

, by filling the depressions left by the so-called tear of the valley, it is possible to turn to aesthetic medicine. In some cases, when the disorder is particularly evident and unpleasant, you can even resort to cosmetic surgery:

• Hyaluronic acid filler: remedy to eliminate dark circles caused by the depression of the tear of the valley
• Collagen filler to reduce deep dark circles
• Lipofilling in the sub-ocular area (autologous fat transplant to replenish lost volumes, thus eliminating deep dark circles)
• Drastic lower blepharoplasty surgery

Alternative dermatological therapies as an effective remedy for the treatment of dark circles: chemical peeling and laser therapy