The eyes always give it away. Eyes are one of the most prominent features of the face. But spending hours in front of a screen or not getting enough sleep can make us look exhausted and tired. Speaking to HT Lifestyle, Dr. Swati Takkar, Cosmetologist, Derma Essentia said, “Modern maladies like stress, lack of sleep, and prolonged computer use will all cause bags under your eyes. In addition, the under-eye skin is so thin that it may be seen through to the underlying structure in this region. Again, thin skin allows for a little glimpse of blood vessels and muscle, giving the area a dark or pigmented appearance.”
Dr Janet Alexander Castelino, Dermatologist, DermaZeal clinic, in an interview with HT Lifestyle, listed out a few causes that can lead to the eyes appearing hollow, dull and sunken:
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Dehydration: Dehydration leads to the under eyes' dull, hollow, and sunken look. It is important to stay hydrated throughout the day.
Atopic Dermatitis: “If you have dust allergies or wheezing, you most likely have a skin condition called Atopic Dermatitis which might cause you to rub your eyes a lot, due to dry and irritated skin,” said Dr Janet Alexander Castelino. This condition further aggravates the dark circles.
Refractive errors: This may make people strain and rub their eyes which causes dark circles. It is important to get regular eye check-ups done.