Treatments For Dark Circles Under Eyes

What causes dark circles under eyes? The medical term is hyperpigmentation: a skin condition that thousands of people suffer from. It’s the result of too much melanin which causes skin darkening – but dark circles can also be caused by a lack of iron or sleep. Where skin is especially thin due to ageing or genetics the blood beneath becomes more visible and creates the appearance of dark circles.



What causes hyperpigmentation?

Common results of hyperpigmentation are liver, brown, and age spots, freckles, pregnancy-related skin discolouration, and dark circles. The causes include:



- Sun exposure and damage

- Scarring from acne or burns

- Genetics where people of certain descents are more prone to under-eye darkening

- Changes in hormone levels



Here are a few dark circles under eyes treatment you could try…



Laser Treatment

You’ll need to get your doctor to perform a tester spot to see if laser treatment is suitable for hyperpigmentation under the eyes – the testing will determine if your skin will take to the laser – dark skin may darken further instead of lightening. The procedure is carried out with specialised lasers that target specific pigments – removing them without causing scarring. The light is absorbed by blood vessels, resurfacing the skin and reducing dark circles.



Micro-needling

This is a safe and popular skin renewal technique when performed by professional cosmetic doctors like Dr Q. After an initial consultation at the Luxe Skin Clinic you’ll be given a local anaesthetic to make the procedure comfortable – the derma roller creates tiny injuries in the skin to stimulate collagen and thicken the skin under the eyes, making dark circles less visible as pigmentation is lightened.



Blepharoplasty

This surgical option aims to rectify prominent under eye bags that cast dark shadows – another alternative of how to remove dark circles under the eyes. https://luxeskin.co.uk/treatments-for-dark-circles-under-eyes/