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Are dark circles under the eyes from increased skin color pigment or increased blood flow?

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Could be either: Taking any drops (like prostaglandins for example)? Allergies?

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Answered 8/24/2012

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A member asked:

Are dark circles under the eyes from increased skin color pigment or increased blood flow?

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Dr. Robert Chang answered

Dr Ali and another doctor agreed

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