Question 1

how to correct dark circles under eyes?

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Sleep more & hydrate: Dark circles are just the underlying tissues of the lid showing through thin skin. Adequate sleep and ample hydration can help. Unfortunately, there are no good treatments other than this.

Question 2

how should i cure dark circles under eyes?

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Dark: Some dark circles are from lack of sleep or from stress.  Try getting good rest.  Some dark circles are inherited, and can only be treated with make-up.

Question 3

i have dark circles under eyes since a baby?

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Genetic: Due to factors when born, and genetically induced. Preagnancy complications.

Question 4

dark circles under eyes after meningitis. what do you suggest?

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Dark circles: Dark circles under eyes is venous congestion.  You must sleep adequately, and increase your hydration and avoid caffeine.  The circles should improve.

Question 5

aside from sleep, what do you do to remove dark circles under eyes?

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Cold compresses: Ice packs and cold compresses help, as do cosmetics containing carrot extract, or cammomile.  Nothing really works very effectively.  Pulsed laser treatments of the skin can sometimes improve the appearance.

Question 6

does putting on too much screen time cause dark circles under eyes?

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Dark circles: The most common causes are allergies and hereditary dark skin pigmentation.  Other issues can also cause this problem such as poor health, malnutrition, alcohol abuse, etc.  Treatments include cool compresses, allergy meds, alcohol cessation, balanced diet, makeup concealer, dermal filler, laser skin treatments.

Question 7

are there any home remedies that anyone works for dark circles under eyes?

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May be: Dark circles under eyes do not have clear etiology and may be partly hereditary.  Use of sun screen may help.  Getting enough sleep and maintaining good health through balanced diet and exercise may help too.

Question 8

can you tell me about the difference between dark circles under eyes and eyebags?

Accepted Answer

Excess skin: Eye bags are from excess skin/ fat. Dark circles usually from congestion of venous outflow.

Question 9

will  drug use cause dark circles under eyes?

Accepted Answer

Glaucoma drops can.: Lumigan, travatan-z, and latanaprost glaucoma drops can cause dark discolarization of the skin of the lower lid.

Question 10

any quick method to clean dark circles under eyes permanently?

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Dilated capillaries: Dark circles under eyes can be due to lack of sleep, allergies and genetics. They are caused by dilated capillaries under the skin that reflect darker coloration. Treatment includes adequate sleep, cold packs to constrict blood vessels, moisturizers containing  caffeine, vitamin E, aloe, hyaluronic acid, and/or retinol. A Dr can prescribe laser therapy, chemical peels &amp; topical skin lightener.

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