Dark Circles and How to Lose Them!

Dark circles under the eyes are one of the most frustrating facial features the general public complains about.  Dark circles can be hereditary, many times based on ethnicity. Another prevalent cause is allergies, specifically asthma or long-term allergies and even dust elements, often called the allergic shiner.

Other causes could be swelling from lack of sleep or even an increased salt intact, which can result in the under eye looking dark and forming shadows. Lines and folds can also accompany the dark circles from swelling or aging.

The most difficult dark circles to get rid of are those caused by hereditary factors since they are deep and resistant to many therapies including advanced laser. The allergic shiner can be minimized by controlling the allergies with prescribed medicine or even some over the counter brands.  The dark circles that result from sleep deprivation and the puffiness from a high sodium diet will obviously be diminished by plenty of sleep and a reduced salt intake. Avoid processed foods. Drink plenty of green tea and water.

Luckily, you can also include topical Vitamin C in the form of Magnesium ascorbyl phosphate, which can be used around the eyes up to twice a day to help reduce puffiness and wrinkles. This is a natural anti-inflammatory as well as a collagen builder. Additionally, topical niacinamide assists with building collagen and aiding our skins immunology. Vitamins A and E also help with elasticity and can reduce fine lines.

All of these treatments and products by Clinage will improve your skin and make you look younger and healthier. It is not expensive and worth a try. And don’t forget the glycolic acid, which gets rid of the dead, dull layer and opens the pores for advanced penetration.

Until next time…..