Don’t confuse dark circles with bags under the eyes

Before going into detail about the various possible remedies to eliminate dark circles under the eyes, it is also necessary to define bags under the eyes, a condition that is often confused with the one we will be discussing in this article.

When we talk about bags under the eyes we are referring to a situation in which, under our eyes, an unsightly swelling forms, generally with the progress of age, but also with a wrong diet, with stress or with a unruly lifestyle.

In practice, to distinguish dark circles from bags under the eyes we must focus precisely on the swelling, typical of the latter condition, while, in the case of dark circles, the skin under the eyes appears opaque and dark , but rarely appears swollen.

What are the main causes of dark circles?

The causes of dark circles can be different and of different nature, however today we will analyze only the most common, so as to avoid lengthening the discussion with themes and topics that differ from the central one of our article.

Dark circles form as a result of a problem that affects the capillaries under our eyes and, at the base of these problems there can be several factors , including the following:

• Poor nutrition;
• lack of rest;
• Lo stress;
• Kidney problems;
• Excessive exposure to the sun;
• Excessive rubbing of the eyes;
• Poor hydration.

If all these conditions persist over time, then the area just below the eyes gradually takes on a color that tends to blue, due to the vasodilation of the capillaries . So let’s see how we can eliminate this disturbance.

How do we get rid of dark circles?

To eliminate dark circles, various methods have been developed and on the market we find a wide range of products to achieve this goal.

If you want to try to eliminate dark circles with creams , we advise you to look for those that are appropriate for the eye contour and, specifically, suitable for reducing the problem of dark circles.

Usually these are non-aggressive products, rich in natural ingredients that are used to strengthen and restore the capillaries. Here is a selection of the best on the market:

Donna

• Darphin Anti-Dark Circles Eye Illuminator
• Lierac Diopticerne Dark circle correction fluid
• La Roche-Posay Pigmentclar eye concealer for dark circles

Man

• Lierac Homme anti-fatigue eye contour gel
• Bionike Defense Man eye contour

These products just presented are suitable for those who suffer only from dark circles, but we know very well that dark circles and bags under the eyes often occur together. This is why there are products capable of acting on both fronts by applying a single product.

Eyskin is an effective product that hydrates, nourishes and makes the skin under the eyes very soft, firming and regenerating it in depth.

Thanks to the daily application you will be able to effectively reduce dark circles, bags under the eyes, smooth out the small expression lines around the eyes and improve the skin tone.

However, the best remedies for dark circles lie in making changes to our eating habits and our rest, i.e. those which, as we have seen, are also the main causes of this problem.

As far as nutrition is concerned, we advise you to focus on the intake of foods and drinks that have a high content of vitamin C and vitamin K , two essential substances to bring the capillaries back to normal.

Among the foods that contain them we remember above all those mentioned below:

• The peppers;
• Citrus fruits, such as lemon and orange;
• He kiwi.

As far as sleep is concerned, you must keep in mind that, to ensure a good rest, you will need to sleep at least 7 or 8 hours a night and, if you suffer from insomnia, it would be advisable for you to contact a doctor to resolve the situation. .

Finally, we advise you to avoid particularly stressful situations and, if your hectic lifestyle does not allow you to, it would be advisable for you to start practicing relaxation techniques, or activities that allow you to let off steam and relax.

Are there any valid natural remedies to get rid of dark circles?

As with many other conditions, even in the case of dark circles you can appeal to valid natural remedies which, as such, are certainly less invasive than creams and other products found in pharmacies or supermarkets.

Among the most effective natural remedies to eliminate dark circles, we especially mention the following:

• Place potato slices on the eyes, and then replace them with cucumber slices , after having cooled them in the freezer;
• Make compresses of chamomile on the eyes, cotton balls soaked in the infusion are fine, or you can use the sachets directly;
• Doing compresses on the eyes with tomato juice helps eliminate the swelling that often accompanies dark circles;
• Apply disks soaked in fresh milk (cow’s or goat’s) on the eyes;
• Applying gauze soaked in fresh cranberry juice directly on the eyes also helps prevent aging, as well as being an excellent remedy for dark circles;
• Make compresses based on mallow, lavender and chamomile , after leaving the infusion in the refrigerator for a whole night;
• Make compresses with rose water , a moisturizing solution that you can easily find in herbal medicine;
• Make compresses based on mallow, rosemary, dog rose and chamomile, after leaving the infusion in the refrigerator overnight;
• Chop some mint leaves and apply them directly to the area under the eyes;
• Making an aloe vera mask helps to tighten the skin.

These are just some of the most common natural remedies for the treatment of dark circles, but just ask your trusted herbalist to find out which remedy is right for you!

Can dark circles be prevented? How?

To prevent unsightly dark circles, you must first of all avoid all the factors that contribute to their formation. So you will have to:

• Follow a healthy and balanced diet;
• Keep stress away;
• Get at least 7 hours of rest a night.

In addition to these precautions, we advise you to avoid vices, such as smoking and alcohol as they would cause drainage problems and, therefore, favor the appearance of dark circles.

Last but not least, you can also consider the possibility of taking special food supplements that will intervene on the microcirculation and, therefore, also allow you to prevent dark circles: for example, blueberry-based supplements .

In any case, remember that, as happens with any other problem that affects our body, if the situation becomes pathological it would be advisable to contact a doctor , above all because the problem could be caused by more serious conditions that require specialist intervention.