Doctor Fatima Fahs, an American dermatologist, gave an update on the various factors responsible for dark circles, other than lack of sleep.
- A poor lifestyle promotes the appearance of dark circles.
- Place slices of fresh cucumber in a towel, then under the eyes, activates blood circulation and limits the occurrence of dark circles.
Facing the mirror, you notice the appearance of dark circles under your eyes. These greyish or bluish marks may be accompanied by puffiness. Often considered a sign of fatigue, dark circles can be caused by factors other than a lack of sleep.
Fatigue is not the only cause of dark circles
In an interview with Newsweek, Doctor Fatima Fahs, a dermatologist in Michigan (United States), indicated that smoking is a factor favoring the appearance of dark circles. Smoking cigarettes reduces facial elasticity and can lead to premature thinning and aging of the skin under the eyes.
If you are prone to seasonal allergies, dark circles may appear under your eyes during this period. “Sinus congestion causes even more congestion in the veins under the eyes, causing the area to swell and become puffy”explained the dermatologist. In some cases, a diet with a high salt content can increase water retention and therefore lead to dark circles. Better to avoid ultra-processed foods that contain large amounts of salt.
Dark circles can also be signs of underlying diseases. This is particularly the case with thyroid disorders, anemia or iron deficiency. “Thyroid diseases and certain medications can cause bags under the eyes due to water retention (…) Anemia can trigger dark circles under the eyes, because the body is not able to fully oxygenate the eyes. tissues and the skin therefore appears darker”said Dr. Fatima Fahs.
Last cause responsible for dark circles: aging. With age, the skin slackens and thins. The vessels under the skin become more and more visible and promote these dark spots in the eyes. Some people are also genetically predisposed to having dark circles.
What are the tricks to get rid of bags under the eyes?
First, it is necessary to identify the potential cause behind the dark circles (tobacco, high salt consumption, history of seasonal allergies, etc.). A consultation with his attending physician and a blood test also make it possible to identify a possible underlying disease and to direct the patient towards an adequate treatment.
To prevent aging of the skin, the dermatologist recommends the use of creams based on retinol or peptides which stimulate the production of collagen and improve the appearance of skin ridiculousness.
Foods rich in beta-carotene have a protective effect for sensitive skin. It is recommended to consume products containing antioxidants such as peppers, spinach, melon or sweet water potato in order to fight against dark circles.
