The three main causes
Pigmentation: brownish darkness, common in South Asian skin, often made worse by sun and rubbing the eyes.
Thin skin: bluish or purplish darkness, where blood vessels show through delicate skin.
Hollows: a shadow under the eye from lost volume, which makes the area look dark and tired.
Many people have a mix of these. Sleep, allergies, iron levels and genetics can play a part too.
Treatments a doctor may suggest
Skin-repair injections such as polynucleotides, to improve thin, crepey under-eye skin.
A carefully placed under-eye filler, for hollows that cast a shadow.
PRP, or medical skincare and sun protection, for pigmentation.
At home: daily sunblock, good sleep, not rubbing the eyes, and treating allergies.
Be careful with the under-eye area
The skin here is very delicate, so treatments should be done by a doctor using a gentle, conservative technique.
People also ask
Can dark circles go away completely?
Many people see a clear improvement, but results depend on the cause. A doctor will give you an honest expectation.
Do creams work?
Some help with pigmentation, but they cannot fix hollows or very thin skin.
This guide is general information, not a diagnosis. Your doctor will advise you personally at your consultation.