Are you tired of having dark circles? Or, are you tired of people asking you if you’re tired because you have dark circles? Whatever it may be, it’s quite normal to have dark skin around your eyes. Understanding what is causing your dark circles or under eye bags is the first step to treating them correctly.
Dark circles can be caused by allergies, lack of sleep, ageing, sun damage or even underlying health conditions like anaemia or hyperpigmentation which is genetic. While you may not have control over what causes dark circles, you can definitely opt for a skincare approach that will reduce its appearance and in some cases even get rid of them completely. Here are some essential skin care tips and tricks that will set you on the path to brighter, youthful-looking eyes.
5 Tips That Help In The Long Run
Target Practice
Because you have discolouration around your eyes, opting for a concentrated eye cream or serum is in your best interests. As retinol is one of the most effective ingredients in improving skin texture and treating discolouration, use an eye cream or serum containing retinol on your dark circles. Make sure to use retinol only at night as this ingredient will make your skin photosensitive during the day. If you are using a retinol serum, make sure to use moisturiser after.
Smooth Rolling
Facial massages will be just the kind of TLC your skin needs to help prevent and improve the appearance of existing dark circles. It will improve blood circulation and push out toxins that get collected in your facial muscles. Cleanse and moisturise your skin before performing any facial massage. Use a jade roller to smooth out the skin around your eyes for fabulous results.
The Patch Up
We love under eye masks that offer deep hydration to the skin. Most of these eye masks even offer a skin-perfecting effect after taking them off to let you enjoy brighter-looking under eyes. Just like how sheet masks are infused with a serum to treat the skin on your face, eye masks are just smaller and serve up more targeted action.
Beauty Sleep
You can’t avoid this one if you wish to reap the benefits of your under-eye care routine. Sleep is important for your health and beauty as well. Some good shut-eye daily will help you progress in reducing those dark circles. If you have trouble sleeping, try creating a tranquil ambience by using lavender essential oil in an aroma diffuser.
Agents Of Shield
Finally, the most important step that is often overlooked. Sun damage will make your dark circles a lot worse than it seems and therefore sunscreen is non-negotiable. Wear sunscreen especially around your eyes if you don’t want all your skincare efforts to go to waste. Reapply if necessary.
Try these tips out and watch your dark circles get visibly lighter!
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