WHAT ARE THE CAUSES OF DARK CIRCLES AND HOW DO THEY FORM?

Dark circles denote the area under the eyes which, for various reasons, can sometimes take on a bluish colour, which in some cases can also be brown or black (a variable in the color of dark circles is also given by the basic color of the skin). 

Many consider dark circles as a real blemish to be eliminated in the most effective way possible. To do this, however, it is necessary to understand not only what dark circles are, but also what they are due to.

How dark circles form

The causes of dark circles can be multiple. One of these, for example, may be excessive pigmentation of the area under the eyes, i.e. an accumulation of melanin in the affected area, which in turn may be due to genetic, environmental factors or a mix between these two. 

Dark circles can also originate from haemostasis: when blood circulation is slowed down, blood stagnation can form which manifests itself with the typical purplish color that characterizes dark circles. 

To understand what causes dark circles under the eyes, however, it is necessary to analyze their etiology as a whole, which also includes factors such as aging, excessive exposure to UV rays and skin laxity, which causes a thinning of the periorbital area and also greater dehydration of the area.

Differences between dark circles and bags

The difference between bags and dark circles is subtle, but it exists. The so-called bags, in fact, manifest themselves in the form of swelling of the skin in the area under the eyes and can be caused by an increase in the amount of orbital fat, i.e. that which surrounds the eye, or by an accumulation of serum and water between fat cells. These causes, in turn, originate from a gradual loss of tissue elasticity, which increases with aging and which can be favored by lymphatic and blood circulation problems. 

If the difference between dark circles and bags exists, they have one aspect in common: both can be transitory. Swollen eyes and bags in the morning have very specific causes, such as lack of sleep, fatigue - both physical and mental - and poor nutrition.

However, swollen bags under the eyes also have different causes, especially if they are permanent and that is if, even by following a healthy diet, sleeping enough and relaxing, they do not disappear. Specifically, permanent bags can be linked to thyroid disorders, heart disease, eye inflammation and kidney disease.

How not to have dark circles

There are many ways to de-puff your eyes, as well as how to avoid having dark circles. Starting with natural remedies: consume seasonal fruit and vegetables, focusing in particular on products rich in antioxidants and vitamin C, such as citrus fruits, blueberries and kiwis, drink at least one and a half liters of water a day, as well as ensuring adequate sleep (the experts recommend sleeping at least 7 hours a night) and applying compresses - both traditional ones such as potato or cucumber slices, or simply cotton pads soaked in aloe gel, cold green tea and cold milk - are all measures that allow you to effectively reduce bags and dark circles.

However, when the disorder is persistent and also causes discomfort on an aesthetic level, it is important to integrate - or replace - natural methods with specific cosmetic products. Like for example the innovative Bags and Dark Circles Gel from Bottega di LungaVita. It is a dermatologically tested formulation, gluten free and nickel tested, free of parabens, petrolatum, allergens, dyes and alcohol, which has plant stem cells, hyaluronic acid, caffeine, centella and escin as its active ingredients. An intensive treatment that has the consistency of gel and is specific for a delicate area such as the contour around the eyes. The bags and dark circles gel has a targeted anti-aging action: thanks to the presence of plant stem cells which, together with caffeine and an innovative seaweed extract, stimulate the production of collagen and ensure correct microcirculation in the area around the eyes.

The products of Bottega di LungaVita represent a perfect union of nature and science: starting from ingredients of natural origin, the experts in our laboratories, thanks to technology, develop exclusive formulations, suitable for every type of need. Such as reducing bags and dark circles effectively and without invasive interventions, rediscovering splendor and brilliance in the area around the eyes.