Question:
I have these annoying dark areas below my eyes, I have been getting enough sleep, im not sleepy at all. What can I do to get rid of them? It looks like I was punched in both of my eyes , it's quite embarrasing.
Answer:
Hi,
Basically, it's inherited and part of your genetic make-up. There are some eyecreams that have lightening agents in them that will help somewhat. As well...products that have Vitamin K are touted to help.
quincy
Answer:
I used to have them too - for some reason they faded over the years. A doctor told me they're inherited (which I believe) and that I can't do anything about them (which I don't believe). Mine were really bad when I was in my early twenties and now, in my mid-forties, they are FAR better. Go figure.
One thing - don't rub them!! That makes them worse.
Secondly, rule out allergies. Environmental and food allergies can cause them for some reason. They can also lead to itchy eyes, which makes you rub them.
How is the quality of your sleep? You should feel rested when you get up; otherwise you may not be sleeping deeply enough.
Sometimes they get worse on your period (if you're a girl, of course, duuuh). I get darkness around my eyes & mouth on my period.
I don't use concealers - I used light-reflecting eye shadow or foundation around the darker areas of my eyes. It's more natural-looking. Of course, as I said, mine aren't that noticeable anymore.