
Many people are troubled by the problem of dark circles under the eyes. Sometimes due to fatigue and sometimes due to lack of sleep, the face starts looking tired and older than age. But do you know that these dark circles are not just from the external look, but also point towards the problems going on inside the body.
Dark circles usually occur due to more visibility of veins under the skin. Especially when the skin becomes thin or there is a lack of water in the body. Apart from this, dark circles are most caused by aging, constantly staying on the screen, lack of sleep, dehydration, allergies, staying in the sun for a long time and even genetics.
As we grow older, the elasticity of the skin decreases and the level of collagen also starts falling. Due to this, the veins under the eyes become more visible and the skin looks sunken.
Not getting enough sleep or sleeping more than required makes the skin dull. The blood vessels under the eyes become prominent. Not only this, it can also cause swelling. Due to which dark circles look darker.
Lack of hydration in the body also makes the skin under the eyes look yellow and dull. On the other hand, hyperpigmentation can occur due to increased melanin due to sunlight. Due to which dark circles start appearing under the eyes. Apart from this, anemia i.e. lack of iron in the body, thyroid or some hormonal disorders also increase dark circles.
Home remedies for dark circles
To reduce dark circles, you should sleep for 7 to 8 hours daily. Apart from this, you can keep cold tea bags or cucumber slices under the eyes. You can also reduce swelling under the eyes by using cold compress. To reduce dark circles, you can do a light massage after washing your face. So that the blood circulation is good. Apart from this, do not forget to apply sunglasses and sunscreen while going out in the sun.