How can I get rid of dark shadows under my eyes?
You can do one of three things, conceal the dark circles, get rid of them for good, or lessen their appearance. This answer includes other suggestions that are not “home remedies”, but I included them anyway. CAUSE: Dark rings around the eyes are a common problem. Eyelid skin is the thinnest skin found anywhere in the body. Consequently, the skin is relatively transparent. The darkness relates to circulating blood in the soft tissues beneath the skin. Some people believe it is actually pigment (melanin), however there has never been any definite proof of this claim. Chronic irritation, illness, poor nutrition, fatigue and many other conditions can accentuate these rings (from http://www.webmd.com) CONCEAL: When covering undereye circles, keep three things in mind: color, consistency and technique. Too light a concealer will exaggerate the problem, making the area look as if something was covered up. Choose a shade that is no more than one or two shades lighter than your skin color, and
I found a site that lists 15 common causes of dark circles: Aging Allergic shiners Allergies – dark circles under the eyes (Allergic shiners) Black eye – bruising in the eye Dehydration – dark rings around the eyes Dust allergy Dust mite allergies – dark circles under the eyes (Allergic shiners) Eczema – allergic shiners (dark rings around the eyes) Hay fever – dark circles under the eyes (Allergic shiners) Inherited eye blood vessel condition – dark circles under the eyes run in families. Mold allergies – dark circles under the eyes (Allergic shiners) Mold allergy Pallor – the paleness of the skin may accentuate the dark rings. Persistent eye rubbing Sleep difficulty – see the many causes of sleep difficulty symptoms (e.g. stress, depression, sleep disorders, etc.). http://www.wrongdiagnosis.com/symptoms/dark_circles_under_eyes/causes.htm First, you should go to a doctor and talk it over with him. If you can discover that there is an easy rememdy (ie solving sleep disorder, finding wh
