I’m well-rested. So why do I look so tired?
There is a common misconception among many people that dark circles or puffiness under the eye are the result of sleepless nights, stress or a little too much partying (pre-COVID, of course). There are three primary causes for under-eye issues -
genetics affecting the underlying structure
age-related volume loss resulting in under-eye hollowing
dark pigmentation under the eye
a combination of the three
The good news is, there are ways to treat this
-Let’s break it down
1. Eye serums with Peptides
Eye serums are tricky. We find that they are either highly effective or not at all - it depends entirely on the ingredients.
The best advice is to ensure that the company you are purchasing from is medical-based and that they are using adequate concentrations of active ingredients. Active ingredients such as peptides and plant stem cells bring about cellular change in the dermis.
Talk to your dermatologist or skincare professional about what will work best for you.
2. Pigment fading skin serums
In some cases, the under-eye area is pigmented in addition to being sunken. Once again, medically active skincare is your best friend. These serums contain tyrosinase inhibitors, vitamin C and peptides. Licorice root extract is also a powerful brightener of the skin.
3. Laser treatments
Lasers treatments work by emitting one wavelength, a single small part of the light spectrum, which targets a specific colour in the skin. The target absorbs the light energy from the laser and converts it to heat. This result is lighter and brighter coloured skin, with less pigmentation and visible redness.