Under-eye concealers can help mask dark under-eye circles, but they can’t cover the skin changes that often accompany this cosmetic issue. At Desired Beauty Surgical & Medical Center, with offices in Bakersfield, California, and Beverly Hills, Los Angeles, board-certified surgeon Dr. Farzin Kerendian and our team of beauty experts offer the best solutions available for treating these stubborn dark circles.
Take a moment to better understand dark under-eye circles and how we can help them disappear.
Why do I have dark circles under my eyes?
People develop dark circles under their eyes for many reasons. Two of the most common include lack of sleep and genetics.
Not getting enough quality sleep — especially as a habit — triggers dark circles and swelling around your eyes. If genetics are to blame, the circles could appear darker due to your bone structure, collagen levels, or the amount of melanin, or pigment, in your skin.
Other reasons people develop dark under-eye circles include:
- Allergies
- Anemia
- Thinning skin
- Reduced amount of fat under the eyes
- Exposure to sunlight
- Aging
- Smoking
- Thyroid conditions
- Dermatitis
- Glaucoma medication
- Dehydration
Dark circles are also more common in people with darker skin, most likely because of pigmentation differences, and in older people as the skin naturally thins with age.
Can you help me say goodbye to under-eye circles?
Dr. Kerendian and the team offer different solutions to under-eye circles based on the cause and severity of the condition. During your initial consultation, we examine your skin and review your medical history. Dr. Kerendia also discusses your goals and any lifestyle factors that may impact treatment.
With this information in hand, the Desired Beauty Surgical & Medical Center team customizes a personalized treatment plan to target your dark circles. Your plan may include one or more of the following solutions to reduce your under-eye circles:
- Skin care products: Our recommended skin care products and associated regimen revitalize your skin and minimize the appearance of under-eye circles.
- Dermal fillers: Injectable fillers add volume, reducing the appearance of dark circles safely and effectively for up to two years.
- Eyelid surgery: If you have severe under-eye circles, minor surgery to remove excess eyelid tissue and tighten sagging skin reduces the hollow, dark look under your eyes.
While these treatments offer good results, our team also offers personalized lifestyle recommendations to ensure your dark under-eye circles stay away longer. This may include sleep strategies, like elevating your head to reduce fluid in the lower eyelids, using cold compresses to constrict blood vessels, and using the best products possible to protect your skin from damage from the sun and other environmental factors.
You don’t have to live with dark circles under your eyes any longer! Learn more about our solutions and how we can help you by calling the Desired Beauty Surgical & Medical Center nearest you in Bakersfield or Beverly Hills, or schedule an appointment at your convenience.
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