Preventing Dark Circles: Is It Possible?
Heather Bradshaw, contributor
I'm sure we'd all love to live in a world without cosmetic faults, like dark under eye circles, puffy eyes, and crow's feet. Unfortunately, mother nature has other plans. For many people, dark circles are hereditary and form as part of the natural aging process. There simply is not a way to prevent aging! However, while preventing dark circles from ever forming is not possible, there are steps you can take to help prevent under eye circles and minimize their appearance.
Wear sunscreen. It is important to wear sunscreen on the under eye area when you are in the sun. Exposure to the sun increases the production of skin pigmentation, which over time can lead to the development of dark under eye circles. By wearing sunscreen, you can help block the sun's damaging rays.
Get enough sleep. A lack of sleep makes your skin look pale and accentuates the hollows around your eyes. This, in turn, highlights any dark circles you may have.
Use an under eye cream. Under eye creams moisturize the delicate skin underneath the eye. Many creams also contain ingredients to help combat under eye circles, crow's feet, and puffy eyes. The daily use of an under eye cream can help diminish the appearance of these things.
Remember, nothing is 100% successful in preventing dark circles. The above steps will help, but they simply cannot fully counteract genetics and the normal aging process. Thankfully, you can find a treatment for dark circles that will help reduce their appearance. In addition, using an under eye circles concealer can help brighten your under eye area.