Dark Eye Circles

Your assessment will allow the doctor to explain the causes in you specifically. However, a number of contributory factors may exist:

• Thinning of skin due to collagen loss
• Pooling of blood in veins leading to discolouration from breakdown of blood pigment
• More apparent blood/vessels due to thinning of skin
• Shadow effect secondary to hollowing due to changes in fat and bone support
• Pigmentation eg from sun damage

A lack of sleep will contribute to your dark circles. We often see this in patients who work night shifts but it is not the only reason for dark circles.

Extreme fatigue, oversleeping, hereditary, puffy eyes (fluid under the eyes can cast shadows) and people with darker skin types tend to suffer more with dark circles.

While it isn’t guaranteed, dark circles can often be something which run in families and do have a genetic aspect to them. You may also find this is more prominent in those with darker skin tones.

Dark circles can be treated topically with medical-grade products which are scientifically formulated to get active ingredients to the target area within the skin. High street products are unlikely to give visible results due to low potency of ingredients. Although fake cosmeceutical products can be found on the internet, UK distributors will only supply these products to clinics like ours, as it is important to match the correct product(s) with your skin type and need. We receive consistently positive feedback from clients who use recommended skincare products. Continued use also helps maintain the benefits of your treatment(s) eg crows feet area and under eye bags/dark circles.

AlumierMD, Tebiskin, Image and OBAGI Skincare products are ONLY sold via authorised clinics like ours.