Remove Dark Circles - Possible Causes & What You Can Do
Dark circles cast shadows under your eyes, making you look tired, drained, and perhaps even unwell. But what causes dark circles, and how can you get rid of them? Find out here.
Iron Deficiency
Although dark circles are not exclusively a sign of iron deficiency, they can appear more prominently when this condition occurs. If the blood lacks iron, less hemoglobin (red blood cells) is produced, leading to darker blood. Since the skin around the eyes is particularly thin, this dark blood becomes more visible.
What Can You Do?
Consult a doctor for a blood test to confirm an iron deficiency. It can be treated effectively with supplements and dietary changes, and once corrected, dark circles should diminish.
Vitamin Deficiency
A deficiency in vitamins A, B12, C, and K can also lead to dark circles under the eyes.
What Can You Do?
Adjust your diet or use supplements to meet your vitamin needs:
- Vitamin A: Liver, eggs, milk, spinach, carrots, cherries
- Vitamin B12: Meat, fish, seafood, eggs, dairy products
- Vitamin K: Spinach, broccoli, kale
- Vitamin C: Citrus fruits, acerola cherry, rosehip
Lifestyle
Excessive stress, smoking, and alcohol consumption can worsen dark circles. Improving your lifestyle can quickly make a noticeable difference.
Dehydration
Not drinking enough water can make blood vessels under the eyes more visible. Aim for at least 2.5 liters of water daily.
Lack of Sleep
Poor sleep reduces blood circulation, which makes blood vessels more noticeable and creates the typical dark circles.
Eye Care for Dark Circles – What Helps?
The right eye care routine can help reduce dark circles. For best results, follow this simple routine morning and evening:
- Cleansing: Gently cleanse your skin and apply a toner.
- Serum: Use our Eye Lifting Roll-On to reduce dark circles, puffiness, and fine lines.
- Cream: Apply our Hyaluron Moisturizing Eye Fluid for hydration and a smoothing effect.