BLACK circles around eyes are a very common esthetic problem that haunts many people, it gives a tired look and the person looks sleepy always.



Causes for Dark Circles



Aging, which may cause loss of Collagen and Fat leads to dark circles. The most common cause of dark circles, is caused by blood stagnation in the region under the eye surface, blood vessel becomes visible through the thin skin in this region.



Dark circles may be caused by increased secretion of melanin in the skin of this region and due to increased exposure to the sun.



Various kinds of allergies could result in dark circles; it is also accompanied with Itchiness in the area.



Anemia, the condition of lack of Iron in blood which reduces Oxygen carrying capacity of the blood, also results in dark circles.



Treatment



Carboxy Therapy: The first and best choice in the treatment of dark circles is injecting a small amount of medical CO2 gas under the skin around the eye.



Fillers: Hyaluronic Acid is injected to reduce the excess of impairment under the eyes and to get rid of the shadowy look caused by dark circles. 



Mesotherapy: Various important vitamins and minerals are injected into the skin under the eye to activate and rejuvenate skin, to attribute any lack of vitamins or other important minerals to give skin more youthful and energetic look.



Use of Creams: Creams that stimulate blood circulation, light massaged around the eye, as well as anti-pigmentation creams that ease of melanin pigment.



Some important tips to avoid dark circles

1. Have a good and sound sleep.

2. Drink water in large quantities.

3. Eat healthy diet, rich in vitamins, especially vitamin C.

4. Avoid excessive exposure to the sun and use sun protection.

5. Quit smoking.

6. Proper and timely treatment of allergies.



Dr. Maha Al Jundi

Cosmo-Dermatologist