Dark circles are colored marks, more or less deep, that form on the skin of the face just below the eyes. Whether they are a reflection of fatigue, a less healthy lifestyle or genetic factors, these shadows indicate tiredness and show the passage of time.
Disguising dark circles can make a big difference and give your face a fresher, more youthful appearance. From simple routines to complete beauty treatments, here are some ways to get around this problem.
What causes dark circles under the eyes?
Before you learn about some methods for disguising dark circles under the eyes, it’s important to know what the main causes are. This will make it easier to treat and even prevent this condition.
Genetics is the most important factor in the appearance of dark circles, the bluish or brown furrows that appear under the eyes. These grooves can be aggravated by the natural aging process, lack of skin care and unhealthy eating habits, such as tobacco or alcohol. Other causes that contribute to the appearance and worsening of dark circles, even in people with no genetic predisposition, are:
- Tiredness;
- Sleepless nights;
- Stress;
- Allergies;
- Dehydration;
- Excessive sun exposure;
- Reduction of facial fat and skin thinning associated with ageing.
What can you do on a daily basis to hide dark circles?
If, in your case, the dark circles are mild and are associated with some of the external factors mentioned above, there are care routines that you can implement in your daily life:
- Use creams appropriate for your skin type. It’s also important to cleanse and moisturize your face every day. Also apply a specific solution for the eye contour.
- Use sunscreen every day, rain or shine. Preferably with a high or very high sun protection factor (between 30 and 50+).
- To help eliminate swelling, apply cold compresses, cucumber slices or chamomile tea bags locally for 10 minutes. Ideally, you should do this every day.
- Adopt a healthy lifestyle:
- Exercise regularly;
- Drink at least 1.5 liters of water a day;
- Avoid smoking and drinking alcoholic beverages;
- Maintain a balanced and healthy diet;
- Have a good sleep routine (ideally 7 to 8 hours in a row).
- Use make-up. Although this option doesn’t treat the problem, it is an effective alternative for everyday use. Opt for a good concealer for dark circles, suited to your skin type and tone.
What to do to treat dark circles?
Although these routines help to minimize and disguise dark circles, the truth is that they don’t get to the root of the problem. If you have very dark and deep dark circles, the quickest and most effective way to resolve the unsightly effects on your face is to turn to Aesthetic Medicine.
Through minimally invasive medical-aesthetic treatments, you can achieve a more youthful and healthy image in a short space of time. Here are two procedures you can find at Skin Boutique:
Hyaluronic acid
Hyaluronic acid is a substance that exists naturally in our bodies and its function is to moisturize and help produce collagen. It therefore plays a fundamental role in maintaining youthful, firm and hydrated skin and can be an important ally in disguising dark circles.
In this treatment, hyaluronic acid is injected into the area of dark circles in order to restore volume to the lower eyelid. Although hyaluronic acid does not act on skin color, by adding volume and improving the deep appearance of dark circles, it greatly improves their appearance. This is a simple, safe and, in most cases, practically painless procedure.
Since hyaluronic acid acts quickly, some effects can be visible right at the end of the treatment. After 15 days, and with the swelling gone, the final result is noticeable and its effect lasts for 9 to 12 months.
Facial mesotherapy
Facial mesotherapy consists of administering a cocktail of vitamins into the skin through micro-injections at a minimal depth. This mixture will stimulate the metabolism to produce
The treatment lasts 2 to 3 sessions, with intervals of 3 to 4 weeks between each application, and the results can last around 6 months. This procedure is minimally invasive and practically painless, as it is performed with very fine needles and at minimal depth.
Although it varies from case to case, the results of mesotherapy can be visible after the first session. After the 2nd or 3rd session, you can expect more hydrated, radiant skin with greater firmness and elasticity.
At Skin Boutique, our team of specialists in Aesthetic Medicine and Dermatology work with the most advanced methods of facial rejuvenation. If you want to find out how these treatments can help disguise your dark circles,
