The eyes are called the mirror of the soul, so it is not surprising that many people first of all pay attention to them. Circles forming under the eyes cause women many problems and worries. They try to disguise the flaw with the help of correctors and foundations. But this way cannot solve the problem. You can only hide it, and only temporarily. In order to radically eliminate the defect, it is necessary to first determine the cause, conduct a diagnosis and, only based on the results obtained, select treatment methods.
Causes of the defect
All known factors that can provoke the formation of dark circles around the eyes are divided into 3 groups:
Lifestyle
Quite often, circles under the eyes appear due to an unhealthy lifestyle:
- poor nutrition leading to vitamin deficiency;
- insufficient water consumption;
- strong insolation;
- constant lack of sleep;
- frequent stressful situations;
- sitting for many hours in front of a computer monitor.
Therefore, most people are at risk. But it is the factors of this group that are easiest to eliminate, since they are reversible and easily corrected.
Diseases of internal organs
Dark circles under the eyes can occur in people with impaired venous or lymphatic drainage. The cause of such conditions is insufficient blood supply (ischemia) and oxygen deficiency (hypoxia). As a result, metabolism is disrupted, causing insufficient nutrients to reach the cells. Therefore, dark circles are often noticeable in people with diagnosed diseases of the cardiovascular (coronary heart disease, vascular insufficiency) and bronchopulmonary (chronic bronchitis, tuberculosis, sarcoidosis, fibrosing alveolitis) systems.
In patients suffering from anemia, the number of red blood cells decreases and the concentration of hemoglobin decreases, which is why the tissues do not receive enough oxygen. At the same time, the reduced hemoglobin accumulates and gives the blood a dark color, which explains the change in color of the skin around the eyes.
Pathologies of the hepatobiliary system (cholecystitis, cholelithiasis) increase the level of bile pigment (bilirubin) in the blood. As a result, the skin in the periorbital area becomes pigmented and turns yellow-brown.
Damage to the thyroid gland (including hypothyroidism) causes a lack of oxygen in the body, which causes bruises to appear under the eyes. In this case, other signs are observed: hair loss, unbearable heat and cold, weakening of attention and memory, drowsiness, lethargy, rapid fatigue.
Diseases of the nasopharynx (sinusitis, sinusitis, chronic tonsillitis, adenoiditis) dilate the blood vessels, which leads to their excessive filling with blood and blueness of the skin under the eyes.
In acute infectious diseases accompanied by an increase in body temperature, intoxication occurs with the metabolic products of microbes. As a result, the acidity of the blood increases and acidosis develops, in which the vessels dilate and their permeability increases. Intoxication syndrome causes dehydration. On dry and thin dehydrated skin, dilated capillaries become especially noticeable, which creates the effect of dark circles.
Diseases of the adrenal glands and kidneys increase pigmentation of the skin surrounding the eyes. With chronic adrenal insufficiency (Addison's disease), the skin also darkens in natural folds (groin, palms) and in areas exposed to friction by clothing (lower back, neck). With kidney pathologies (pyelonephritis, glomerulonephritis), blue circles under the eyes become noticeable when the disease relapses due to a malfunction of the organ.
Women often suffer from hyperpigmentation during hormonal changes (during pregnancy, menopause) due to an imbalance of female sex hormones (estrogen, progesterone).
In case of inflammatory eye diseases (conjunctivitis, iridocyclitis), swelling appears under the eyes, the permeability of capillaries increases, which is why they become more noticeable and begin to “see through” the skin.
With vegetative-vascular dystonia (the so-called polyetiological syndrome, which is not a disease), bruises under the eyes also often form. At the same time, other signs appear: migraine, dizziness, asthenia, cardialgia, changes in heart rate and breathing, swelling of tissues, tremors of the hands, coldness of the extremities, feeling of heat in the face, sleep disturbance, fainting, neurotic disorders.
The maximum number of mast cells accumulates in the periorbital region, which causes the reactivity of the skin surrounding the eyes and frequent allergies. In diseases of an allergic nature (allergic rhinitis, hay fever), blood vessels dilate and their permeability increases, as a result of which the skin under the eyes darkens.
Hereditary predisposition
This group includes people who lead a healthy lifestyle and do not have health problems. For them, dark circles under the eyes are the norm. This problem is more common in women with very dry and dark skin.
It should be noted that the risk of hyperpigmentation of the skin in the periorbital zone increases with the use of tetracyclines, sulfonamides and oral contraceptives.
All of the above factors are enhanced by excessive exposure to ultraviolet radiation. In this case, the defect becomes stable and difficult to treat.
Causes of dark circles under the eyes
Note! The main causes of dark circles under the eyes are:
- heredity;
- irreversible age-related changes , which cause thinning of the facial skin;
- non-compliance with the rules of working at the computer (lack of breaks, work at a close distance from the monitor, prolonged use of the computer);
- exposure to harmful substances and toxins on subcutaneous tissue in smokers and people who abuse alcohol.
Also, the reasons for the development of bruises are some pathologies affecting the organs of the urinary system, kidneys, liver, heart, blood vessels and endocrine system.
Diagnostics
To exclude diseases of internal organs, you should undergo comprehensive instrumental and laboratory diagnostics, including:
- general and biochemical blood test;
- hormone tests:
- thyroid gland (thyroid-stimulating hormone, free T4);
- produced by the adrenal glands (adrenocorticotropic hormone, cortisol);
- sexual (progesterone, estrogen);
- organs located in the abdominal region;
It is also necessary to consult with different specialists:
- endocrinologist;
- gynecologist;
- urologist;
- ophthalmologist;
- otolaryngologist;
- gastroenterologist;
- cardiologist;
- allergist.
DEVICES AND PREPARATIONS FOR SOLVING THE PROBLEM
Laser resurfacing
The laser vaporizes the thinnest outer layer of the epidermis. Thanks to this, the skin is renewed and thickened. The vascular network, which gives a reddish or bluish tint, becomes less noticeable. Laser resurfacing at the GMTClinic is performed using Fraxel Dual, Sciton Halo, MultiPulse CO2, Dermablate MCL-31 devices. Our clinic also has a soft neodymium laser, Quanta System Duetto. It works against two causes of dark circles at once: it brightens the skin and removes visible blood vessels.
Phototherapy
During phototherapy, the doctor applies an Elos, Sciton BBL or M22 device to the skin. They emit light waves of different lengths. As a result, collagen fibers are renewed - the tissues are tightened, volume returns, and the vascular network is not visible under the dense layer of skin. Phototherapy is performed only on the periorbital zone.
Radiofrequency lifting
During RF lifting or thermage, not light, but radio waves are used. The device has 3 attachments, one of which is for the skin near the eyes. During the procedure, the patient feels a pleasant warmth of up to 60 degrees. This heating stimulates the tissues, and collagen begins to be produced. The effect of the procedure increases over 6 months.
Microcurrent therapy
The device acts with ultra-low amplitude and frequency current on all layers that are responsible for the elasticity of the skin and its healthy color: the skin itself, muscles and blood vessels: lymphatic and circulatory. Microcurrents remove swelling, tighten the oval, and stimulate the flow of substances to the tissues. They act so gently that they are prescribed even to those who have just had plastic surgery.
Biorevitalization and mesotherapy
Injections under the eyes for dark circles are made with a needle 0.22 cm thick. The length of such a needle is 2 mm. It penetrates the skin no more than 1 mm.
Treatment of dark circles under the eyes in cosmetology using injections is called biorevitalization and mesotherapy. These two methods differ in the composition of the drugs that the doctor injects under the skin:
- For biorevitalization, compositions with hyaluronic acid are used. It is enough to pierce them 1 – 5 times.
- For mesotherapy, the drug “Mesoeye” (MESOEYE C71) is used. It consists of a dermo-regulating complex and two patented peptides that activate lymph flow and restore collagen fibers.
Plasma therapy
Plasmogel Endoret Gel and plasmagel RegenLab are two more options for how to get rid of black circles under the eyes. In both cases, blood is taken from a person. In a centrifuge, plasma is separated from the blood and injected under the skin. The advantage of this method is that it is related to your body. Natural biomaterial corrects the nasolacrimal groove and tightens the tissue. The “cocktail” of plasmogel causes tissues to produce hyaluronic acid and their own proteins - they form an additional volume of connective tissue in the place where the drug was injected, and the vessels become less noticeable under the layer of new tissue.
Fillers for circles under the eyes
Fillers for dark circles under the eyes are used if the vessels of the lower eyelids are located close to the skin, or the patient has a clear nasolacrimal groove. The doctor fills the groove with filler based on hyaluronic acid or the same plasmogel Endoret Gel. Fillers fill the space under the skin, lifting it, as a result of which the vessels become invisible.
Treatment methods
If the diagnosis does not reveal internal diseases, then circles under the eyes are a cosmetic defect that appears as a result of an incorrect lifestyle or hereditary predisposition.
In such cases, the most popular and effective treatment methods are:
- Mesotherapy. Typically, meso-cocktails are used, which contain arbutin, ascorbic, kojic and phytic acids. The therapeutic course includes 6-10 procedures, between which there is a one-week break.
- Bioreparation with ascorbic acid (vitamin C). Thanks to the combination of ascorbic and hyaluronic acid, the skin around the eyes is well moisturized and noticeably brightened. The course of treatment consists of 2-4 sessions, with a 2-week break between them.
- Plasmolifting. The procedure restores metabolism, normalizes tissue respiration, activates blood microcirculation, thereby increasing local immunity. A similar effect will appear after 4-6 sessions at weekly intervals.
- Biorevitalization. The skin around the eyes shows a pronounced reaction to dehydration and, due to dryness, often takes on an unaesthetic appearance, creating the effect of “tired eyes”. A course of birevitalization, consisting of 2-4 procedures with a 2-week interval, will help solve the problem.
- Contour plastic. If the blood vessels are located close to the skin and “see through” through it, then the filler forms an additional layer, making the vessels almost invisible. In addition, the drugs smooth out the nasolacrimal groove.
- Laser peeling. Using a laser, the top layer of skin is removed, which stimulates the regeneration process and promotes rejuvenation. The treatment course involves 2-5 procedures with a one-month break.
How to eliminate bags under the eyes
The question of how to deal with bags under your eyes should be answered by a specialist.
If, during a medical consultation, the doctor comes to the conclusion that you really have signs of a lower eyelid hernia, then treatment of bags under the eyes is possible, we repeat, only surgically. And in some cases, removing bags under the eyes is impossible without another plastic surgery: for example, tightening the skin of the forehead or eyebrows, if the shape of the eyelids is changed due to their drooping. And of course, if during a medical examination it becomes clear that the cause of the bags under the eyes lies in a disease, then, first of all, it is necessary to eliminate the underlying disease, and this is what will quickly reduce the bags under the eyes.
The operation, as the most effective remedy for bags under the eyes, is incredibly popular nowadays because of its speed and safety. Eliminating bags under the eyes attracts not only women, but also men. The unsurpassed advantage of blepharoplasty is that in one procedure it is possible to remove not only hernias, but also wrinkles around the eyes (the so-called “ crow’s feet ”), change the shape of the eyes , tighten the eyelids, perform laser shaving, correct the shape of the eyes , etc.
There are two main surgical methods to cure bags under the eyes:
1. Traditional suture surgery as a remedy for bags and circles under the eyes is performed through an incision along the edge of the lower eyelid. After three days, the doctor removes the stitches, and after a month the scar is no longer visible. Typically, this method of removing hernias under the eyes is used in patients who are not very young, when the skin has lost its elasticity with age.
2. If a hernia of the upper or lower eyelid is hereditary and manifests itself at an early age, then the method of seamless transconjunctival blepharoplasty is used, in which the removal of eye hernias is carried out through the conjunctiva. This is a way to quickly remove bags under the eyes: as a rule, after one or two weeks there are no longer any traces of medical intervention.
In both cases, plastic surgery of bags under the eyes and removal of a lower eyelid hernia is an operation that is masterfully performed by Platinental plastic surgeons to the highest quality standards under local anesthesia using modern laser technologies, lasts about 20 minutes and almost never produces complications. Surgery for bags on the eyelids is successfully combined with laser resurfacing of the eye skin, smoothing it, rejuvenating it and making it much more elastic.
Our clinic also provides a full arsenal of procedures for quick rehabilitation after blapharoplasty, including eye creams from the world's leading manufacturers for supportive care.
Swelling and bags under the eyes should not make your look tired and prevent you from enjoying youth, beauty, and well-deserved success.
Preventive actions
To prevent the formation of dark circles under the eyes, it is recommended:
- adhere to a regime of wakefulness and rest;
- eat a balanced diet;
- maintain water regime;
- take vitamin and mineral supplements;
- to refuse from bad habits;
- do eye exercises;
- avoid direct sunlight to reduce insolation;
- use high-quality perfumes and cosmetics;
- walk in the fresh air more often;
- avoid stressful situations.
How to care for your skin after salon treatments?
When eliminating bruises, it is not enough to simply complete a course of cosmetic procedures .
The duration of their effect largely depends on how the person subsequently takes care of the skin .
You can avoid recurrence of bruising and prolong the effect of cosmetic procedures by following the following recommendations:
- It is important to maintain a sleep schedule and try to avoid lack of sleep, which negatively affects the condition of the facial skin.
- For makeup, you must use only high-quality cosmetics.
- Maintaining a drinking regime (at least two liters of water per day) will help maintain the required level of moisture in the body, and the skin under the eyes will be in good tone and the likelihood of hematomas will be significantly reduced.
- If it is necessary to use moisturizing and nourishing creams, you should trust advertising or the advice of other people, but the recommendations of dermatologists and cosmetologists .
How to remove circles under the eyes at home?
If circles under the eyes are not the cause of serious diseases, then following general recommendations and competent care aimed at lymphatic drainage, improving microcirculation and blood circulation will help prevent their occurrence.
If dark circles under the eyes are caused by a hereditary factor, then it will not be possible to completely eliminate the problem - regular darkening will be caused by the characteristics of the skin type and its reaction to external or internal influencing factors. However, following the recommendations, the blueness and swelling of the skin under the eyes will be reduced, and the tone and elasticity will increase. Competent supportive care for the eyelid area will help prolong the beauty and youth of the skin and maintain its freshness for a long time.
Important(!):
An integrated approach will help you get rid of dark circles and bags under the eyes: following the features of anti-aging eyelid skin care and a healthy lifestyle.
General recommendations
- Follow a healthy sleep regime
: ventilate the bedroom before going to bed and try to maintain the temperature in the room at night no more than 18–20 °C, 1-1.5 hours before going to bed, put away all gadgets and distracting objects, the deep sleep phase should ideally last from 10:00 pm to 4:00 am is the period of maximum melatonin production by the body. - Protect your eyelid skin from the negative effects of UV rays
that cause brown circles under the eyes. The thin, vulnerable skin of the eyelids is most sensitive to solar radiation and quickly reacts with pigmentation and other signs of photoaging. - Do not drink a lot of coffee or tea before bed
- these products retain fluid in the tissues and can cause swelling and the appearance of dark bags. For the same reason, avoid snacking on salty foods immediately before bed.
Important(!):
Adequate sleep promotes sufficient oxygenation of tissues, helping cells breathe and speeding up their metabolism. As a result of enrichment with oxygen, dark blood becomes lighter and stops appearing through the thin skin of the eyelids and visually coloring it.
Cosmetical tools
To get rid of dark circles and puffiness under the eyes, products whose formulas are aimed at combating tissue swelling will help.
These products contain the following ingredients:
- High-molecular and low-molecular hyaluronic acid
deeply and long-lastingly moisturizes and prevents cell dehydration. - Peptides
help remove hemoglobin breakdown products in tissues, help remove dark circles under the eyes, tone the skin of the eyelids, and improve its turgor. - Caffeine
improves blood flow, disperses lymph, and has an anti-edematous effect. - Collagen, elastin and proxylane
increase skin firmness and elasticity. - Antioxidants
fight free radicals and prevent oxidative stress and early aging. - Vitamin C
regulates the production of melanin and stimulates collagen synthesis, strengthens the walls of blood vessels and improves skin immunity. - Vitamin A
lightens yellow and brown pigmentation and stimulates the synthesis of natural collagen and elastin. - Vitamin E
strengthens cell membranes and protective functions of the skin, helps prevent inflammation. - Seaweed or chestnut extract
has a drainage effect. - SPF filters
for protection against the harmful effects of UV radiation. - Cooling components
(menthol, mint and their derivatives).
Important(!):
use eyelid product no later than 1.5-2 hours before bedtime. Do not apply it too close to the mucous membrane of the eye - this can cause irritation and morning swelling.
Massage
Another effective way to get rid of circles and bags under the eyes is lymphatic drainage massage. You can do this massage with your own hands at home. Many manufacturers also produce products for the eye area with a built-in massage tip to regularly massage the eyelid area during daily care.
Express methods for quick results
If you need to get rid of circles under the eyes quickly, then you can resort to effective express methods. Try the following three methods if you don’t have time, but you need the result now.
How to remove dark circles under the eyes in 30 minutes:
- Express mask for the eyelid area. It is recommended to apply the mask to the eyelid area for 15-30 minutes, spreading the remainder over the skin with light patting movements.
- Ice is another way to get rid of puffiness under the eyes at home. Apply ice cubes of herbal infusion (chamomile, mint, rose, coltsfoot) to your eyelids for 3-5 minutes. Cold compresses on the eyes will be no less effective: moisten a cotton pad with thermal water or a chilled herbal infusion, squeeze lightly and place over closed eyelids for 10-15 minutes (wet the pads again if necessary).
- Drink a glass of water - this will normalize the hydrobalance of body cells and prevent tissue dehydration, the first stage of which is bags under the eyes, the second stage is dark blue circles.
- For a more noticeable result, we still recommend using specialized cosmetics for the area around the eyes. For example, bags under the eyes are effectively eliminated by INTENSE YEUX cream gel and REDERMIC R YEUX concentrated anti-aging cream.
Heparin ointment
Heparin ointment is very effective if you need to remove bruises under the eyes. It is used in the absence of contraindications for use and allows you to quickly remove swelling. The basis of the drug is sodium heparin. It keeps the skin youthful and elastic, moisturizes and strengthens it. Let's take a closer look at how to remove black circles under the eyes using ointment.
The ointment should be applied twice a day, applying it in a thin layer. The course of treatment is prescribed for no more than 10 days, then you need to take a break for a month. This medicinal ointment should not be used in the following cases:
- if there are open wounds or scratches on the face;
- for problems with blood clotting;
- allergic reactions to the entire ointment or its components;
- taking antibiotics, non-steroidal drugs or tetracycline ointment;
- menstrual period;
- pregnancy.
Used as a mask, which is applied for 20-30 minutes. Afterwards, the skin should be thoroughly cleansed with an alcohol-free tonic or lotion. Often the ointment is used as a compress. To do this, apply the ointment to the eyes and apply cotton pads on top for 20 minutes. It is recommended to carry out a similar procedure every day for a week.
