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Is it normal that when most people are tired they get dark circles under their eyes, but mine get extremely pale?

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Dr. Jeffrey Whitman answered

Thicker skin: Those with thinner skin below the eyes, tend to show dark circles easily, those with thicker skin , mask the blood vessels that lie underneath.

Answered 11/24/2013

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A member asked:

Is it normal that when most people are tired they get dark circles under their eyes, but mine get extremely pale?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Jeffrey Whitman answered

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