Types Of Dark Circles, Its Causes & Treatments

Dark circles are formed when the skin under the eyes appears darkened, due to discoloration. These are stubborn patches, and could be difficult to get rid of. Even though these are harmless, and the pigmentation rarely causes any complications, some people may want to reduce their appearance, owing to their own personal reasons. Dark circles cause sunken eyes. This happens when the eyes are placed too deep in the socket creating a hollow area under the eye which appears dark due to the shadow effect of the eye.

How Are Dark Circles Caused?

Dark circles are caused due to several reasons. These are:

• Hyperpigmentation - occurs when the body produces excess melanin.
• Poor sleeping habits cause dark circles.
• Thinning skin under the eyes causes dark circles.
• Overexposure to sunlight causes dark circles.
• Smoking causes dark circles.
• Dehydration causes dark circles.
• Aging causes dark circles.

What Are The Different Types Of Dark Circles?

You cannot get rid of your dark circles if you are unaware of the type and its causes. Listed below are the different types of dark circles:

• Violet-Reddish Dark Circles: Primarily caused due to aging or genetics, these dark circles are characterized by the appearance of blood vessels under the eyes.
• Bluish Dark Circles: These are caused by enlarged veins and thin under-eye skin. Enlarged veins are caused by stimulants like caffeine, energy drinks, and other medications, which dilate the blood vessels, causing the under-eye area to look bluish.
• Brownish-Black Dark Circles: These are caused due to post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation and are characterized by the collection of clusters of brown pigment under the eye. These are most common in medium to dark-skinned tones.
• Black Dark Circles: These are the most common type of dark circles, and their appearance can be attributed to a lack of sleep. Sometimes, you may notice shadows under your eye area, which is caused by puffy eyelids or hollows under the eye.

Where To Get The Best Dark Circles Treatment In Gurgaon?

You must have tried and exhausted all at-home remedies, and splurged on expensive eye products. But sometimes, these are not enough to tackle the problem of stubborn dark circles.

Dr. Neha Sharma at Estique Clinic provides several treatment options for dark circles.

• IPEEL: These are chemical peels, especially designed to take care of under-eye skin. They help by exfoliating the superficial layer, remodeling, and regeneration of skin leading to improved texture and reduction in pigment.
• IFINE: Technology radio frequency is used to treat skin laxity. Due to reduced collagen production on account of aging, the skin tends to become lax. Dermal heating in this treatment helps in reduction of laxity and pigmentation, thus minimizing dark circles.
• LASER TONING: LASER acts on the principle of selective photothermolysis and helps in reducing the pigment as well the texture of the skin by collagen remodeling.
• FILLERS: Fillers are used to fill the tear trough deformity or hollowness under the eyes, which is characterized by the sunken appearance of the eye, resulting in a dark shadow effect over the lower eyelid. Hollowness under the eyes makes the face look perpetually tired and sad. Once the hollowness fills, the face looks more refreshing and pleasant.
• Anti-Wrinkle Injections: Anti-Wrinkle Injections helps in the reduction of fine lines around the eyes (Crow’s feet).
• PL-ATE-LET RICH PLASMA: Blood Derived Growth Factors treatment is extremely helpful for tear trough deformity and wrinkles around the eyes.

Why Choose Estique?

At Estique Skin and Hair Clinic, the treatments are conducted by Dr. Neha Sharma, the best dermatologist in Gurgaon. Estique ensures a pain-free procedure for its patients. With its FDA-approved equipment, we provide a treatment with minimum side effects. Patients have acknowledged the ease and comfort that the doctors at Estique exhibit while treating them. Dr. Neha Sharma has time and again been praised for the wide range of knowledge and expertise that she brings to her practice of treatment of the skin.

Estique prioritizes the patients’ satisfaction and aims for maximum results. For a detailed consultation, book an appointment today!