Pale with dark circles under eyes: why and how to fix it?

Question

Hi, my problem is that i have always been pale, but lately my face is more pale than my body (weird), and i have more noticeable dark circles under my eyes. I eat a balanced diet, exercise every day, and i don't have anemia, I can't go tanning because i can't tan - i get burnt.
So, is there a reason why i look like this and a remedy to this? (Diet, vitamins, etc.) I use self-tanner, but i would like a "less cosmetic" solution.
Thanks!

Answer 1

I have dark circles under my eyes too. I've been using "Sudden Change Under-Eye Serum" That seems to be doing the trick.

It's difficult to say what causes them... in my case, it's likely all the medication I take.

I also use a self-tanner... The Nivea Skin Firming. (of course, I still look white as a sheet)

Answer 2

I have exactly the same problem as you! I drink, eat enough, sleep enough & i still have dark cricles under my eyes too /: i also use undereye concealers which seem to work a bit! :] Here are some tips i found: *Establish whether or not this condition runs in your family. *Drink plenty of water. *Treat your skin while you sleep. There are overnight facial masques available that may help reduce the appearance of puffiness or discoloration, but you can also make your own. *Wash your face with cool to somewhat cold water in the morning or when puffiness occurs. The cold water will cause blood vessels to constrict, and thus reduces swelling. *Apply an eye cream containing vitamin K and retinol. Dark circles may be caused by a deficiency of vitamin K. * Avoid rubbing your eyes. Usually rubbing of the eyes is brought on by allergies, but not always. *Eat a healthy, balanced diet and drink plenty of water. A whole host of cosmetic problems can be attributed to vitamin deficiencies. Dark circles and puffiness are often attributed to lack of vitamin K or inadequate antioxidants. *Reduce salt intake. *Cover the problem up with cosmetics. If all else fails, use a yellow or flesh-toned color which will camouflage the problem under your eyes. Hope my tips help! :) x

Answer 3

There are many causes of dark circles, from age, heredity, allergies, cold or sinus infection, bone structure and glasses which are not so commonly known.
http://www.mydarkcirclesblog.com/2006/11/27/causes-of-dark-circles/


If you would like to apply home remedies to reduce dark circles, here are some of my suggestions:
Buy a box of regular, old fashioned unflavored gelatin (e.g. Knox) from grocery store. Take a small cup or bowl and put in 1 teaspoon of the gelatin mix. Add one tablespoon of boiling water & stir for a minute. Test it on your wrist to make sure it is not too hot. Then, using a cotton ball, pat it under your eyes as you would an eye cream or gel. Go lie down and listen to some music, or take a bath & let it stay on for at least 30 minutes. Then just rinse it off.Gelatin is very high in Vitamin K & Biotin. It will not remove your dark circles on the first application (but you will notice a difference), but if you do it daily for a week, and then 2-3 times a week for maintenance, you should notice a drastic reduction in dark circles.
http://www.mydarkcirclesblog.com/2007/01/01/special-spa-home-remedy-to-reduce-dark-circles/

To hide dark circles, you can use YSL concealer or salmon concealer..
http://www.mydarkcirclesblog.com tips on how to reduce dark circles, the causes of dark circles, home remedies, eye creams reviews, make up tips, and natural healer.


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Answer 4

Are you light skinned? Quite often dark circles are caused by you skeletal orbits showing through. If that's the case, the only thing that'll help is make-up. The only reason I know this is because that's why I have dark circles.

Peace

Answer 5

See your doctor for a thorough exam. Dark circles under the eyes could be the underlying symptom of a serious disease that can be managed with medication or a change in diet.

Answer 6

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Answer 7

Sometimes dark circles are a sign of allergies my daughter has them and thats what the doctor told us.

Answer 8

dark circles under eyes are a sign that you dont drink enough water.
are you sure you are not depriving your body/getting enough nutrients?

Answer 9

My husband had the same problem until we started drinking Zija. I myself had dark spots across my ankles and it too them away too! If you would like to order, let me know and I will give you more info!

Answer 10

Sometimes it means you are not getting enough sleep. Sometimes it is genetic - does your Mum have the same problem?