Once a person understands why dark circles develop under his or her eyes, he or she may decide to take action with an appropriate shock treatment. Some people change their lifestyle habits, while others turn to specific treatments and products. They may not remove dark circles completely, but several techniques and remedies can help minimize their appearance.
1. Getting enough sleep.
Some people notice dark circles under the eyes when they experience periods of low quality sleep. Lack of sleep can aggravate dark circles under the eyes. Studies in this regard have shown that rest and good general health reduce the intensity of dark circles.
2. Lifting the head during sleep
People who experience darkening of the skin under the eyes in the morning, which fades slightly during the day, may have increased blood vessel pressure or vascularity around the eyes. The darker color may also be the result of swelling. By raising the head during sleep, blood flows away from the head and face and can reduce swelling and decrease the dark color under the eyes.
3. Apply cold compresses
People with increased vascularity under the eyes may benefit from applying cold compresses that decongest. Cold compresses can constrict blood vessels around the eyes, reducing their appearance on the surface of the skin. The compresses can also reduce swelling around the eyes and reduce dark color.
4. Minimize exposure to the sun
People can reduce dark circles under the eyes by protecting their skin from the sun. Ultraviolet radiation can make dark circles worse in some cases. Protection with sunglasses, moisturizers with sunscreens and hats can protect skin from the sun and prevent dark circles from worsening.
