Dark circles under the eyes; most of us find ourselves looking into the bathroom mirror and being stared back with panda eyes at one time or another. In fact dark circles can actually make you look a lot older tan you actually are. They make you look tired, ill, and older, so what are the ways of getting rid of them? In order to permanently get rid of dark circles under the eye, the treatments must also be accompanied by good health practices. While there are natural remedies, creams and even medical procedures than can help minimize their appearance, dark circles underneath the eyes can often be avoided by addressing any underlying issues that may be causing them. For most people, this is as easy as treating a cold or a lingering sinus problems as both of these can cause dark circles under the eyes.

Dark circles under the eyes are a common, unattractive and very annoying problem that

affects millions of people. Despite what a lot people think, these dark circles, wrinkles and bags under the eyes are not a result of being tired or stressed. Instead most experts in the dermatology field believe that they are caused by blood vessels which are visible through the thin skin that is found beneath the eyes. The capillaries leak blood close to the skin surface.

The blood will oxidize and turn a bluish, red color. Because the skin under the eyes is very thin dark circles will appear. The lighter the skin and the growing leakage of blood will result in darker circles. The discoloration over time can become a permanent blemish.

Dark circles can be hereditary. Skin color and the thickness of skin are inherited traits and so there is no cure in these instances. However where dark circles are not hereditary they can be due to other factors.

A balanced diet is very important in order to keep your skin in good order. The lack of any of the essential nutrients in your diet may lead to a number of health problems. A lack of iron in the diet will cause a blue color to appear beneath the eyes and since the lack of iron is closely related to anemia, it is often assumed that anemia is the cause of dark circles under the eyes. Dark circles may also become prominent during menstruation and pregnancy due to iron deficiency. As the skin becomes paler, the veins become more visible. This will lead to discoloration around the eyes.

Aging skin will result in dark circles under the eyes. Collagen, which is the part of the skin that tightens the skin cells, gets damaged with aging. As a result of this skin becomes thinner and more transparent, making the blood vessels more prominent and visible from the outside. This is permanent and irreversible damage Allergies and infections have their part to play in the appearance of dark circles under the eyes. Whether from dander, pollen or foods, allergic reactions will cause the body’s immune

system to go into overdrive. The blood vessels will expand and become more noticeable.

Eye infections may lead to dark circles. Itchy and watery eyes due to bacterial infection often results in darker eyes. But, such dark circles often disappear once the infection has been cured.

When the body does not receive enough rest, combined with fatigue and overstrain, the skin will become drawn and pale. This will result in the dark circles becoming more obvious.