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Dark Circles: causes and treatment
PHI Clinic is a specialist centre for the safe and effective treatment of dark circles. Its expert team offers the latest aesthetic and medical solutions to improve under-eye pigmentation, hollowness and skin quality across all skin types including skin of colour.
What Are Dark Circles?
Dark circles refer to the discolouration or shadowing that appears beneath the eyes. They may present as blue, purple, brown, or grey patches depending on your natural skin colour and what’s causing them. For many patients, dark circles are not just a cosmetic concern - they can create a tired or prematurely aged appearance, even when you’re well rested.
This under-eye discolouration is often accompanied by skin texture concerns, puffiness, or eye hollows. For patients with darker skin tones or a family history of pigmentation issues, dark circles can be particularly persistent and difficult to treat with eye cream alone.
What Are Dark Circles?
Dark circles refer to the discolouration or shadowing that appears beneath the eyes. They may present as blue, purple, brown, or grey patches depending on your natural skin colour and what’s causing them. For many patients, dark circles are not just a cosmetic concern - they can create a tired or prematurely aged appearance, even when you’re well rested.
This under-eye discolouration is often accompanied by skin texture concerns, puffiness, or eye hollows. For patients with darker skin tones or a family history of pigmentation issues, dark circles can be particularly persistent and difficult to treat with eye cream alone.
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What Causes Dark Circles?
There’s no single cause of dark circles - they are often the result of multiple overlapping factors. Common contributors include lack of sleep, genetic predisposition, lifestyle factors such as poor diet or excessive sun exposure, and medical conditions like allergies or nasal congestion. For some people, dark circles are caused by a stasis of blood vessels or dilated blood vessels that sit beneath delicate under-eye skin, leading to a visible bluish tint. Others may experience discolouration due to pigmentation irregularities, skin from sun exposure, or the natural loss of collagen and fat in the tear trough area.
Sleep deprivation and inconsistent sleep schedules can also play a role, weakening skin quality over time. Stretching of the eyelid skin, fluid retention, and puffiness during allergy season may contribute to a puffy appearance or make dark tissues more pronounced. Even the repeated use of topical creams that are too harsh for delicate skin may aggravate the under-eye area.
What Causes Dark Circles?
There’s no single cause of dark circles - they are often the result of multiple overlapping factors. Common contributors include lack of sleep, genetic predisposition, lifestyle factors such as poor diet or excessive sun exposure, and medical conditions like allergies or nasal congestion. For some people, dark circles are caused by a stasis of blood vessels or dilated blood vessels that sit beneath delicate under-eye skin, leading to a visible bluish tint. Others may experience discolouration due to pigmentation irregularities, skin from sun exposure, or the natural loss of collagen and fat in the tear trough area.
Sleep deprivation and inconsistent sleep schedules can also play a role, weakening skin quality over time. Stretching of the eyelid skin, fluid retention, and puffiness during allergy season may contribute to a puffy appearance or make dark tissues more pronounced. Even the repeated use of topical creams that are too harsh for delicate skin may aggravate the under-eye area.
Who Gets Dark Circles?
Dark circles can affect anyone, but are especially common in individuals with medium skin to darker skin tones due to higher melanin levels. They may appear as part of the natural ageing process, or develop in younger patients due to genetic factors or skin pigmentation disorders. People with skin sensitivities, dry skin, or thin eye skin are also more prone to the appearance of puffiness, dark blood vessels, and discolouration under the eyes.
Dark circles are also commonly seen in those with:
- Tear trough volume loss
- Eyelid stretch or thinning skin
- Skin of colour prone to hyper-pigmentation
- Persistent signs of fatigue or poor circulation
Treatment by the experts
At our award-winning London clinic, our experienced doctors and nurses specialise in treating bags under eyes using dermal fillers. Our patients seek injectable fillers as they provide a non-surgical option that enhances healthy skin and promotes a smoother appearance.
Dermal fillers are carefully injected beneath the eyes to restore lost volume, addressing eye puffiness and improving skin texture. We use Juvéderm dermal fillers from Allergan Aesthetics, a globally trusted brand. Many patients prefer this treatment as it’s quicker and far less invasive than an eyelid lift or surgical procedure.
During your consultation, we’ll guide you through every step of the process, helping you determine whether this cosmetic treatment is the right treatment option for you.
Are under eye fillers safe?
Under eye fillers are a safe, non-surgical option for addressing bags under eyes and eye circles. The injectable fillers we use are enriched with hyaluronic acid, a natural substance found in the body.
Complications are rare when treated by a qualified professional. That’s why our team, led by Dr. Tapan, follows stringent safety protocols. With over 20 years of experience, Dr. Tapan ensures the highest standards for all cosmetic procedures performed at our clinic.
Do under eye fillers hurt?
The injectable treatment involves minor discomfort, but most patients report only a slight pinch during the procedure. Any eye swelling or tenderness typically subsides within a few days, revealing a brighter skin appearance.
Safe and effective treatment
Your safety is our top priority and making our patients feel welcomed and reassured when entering PHI Clinic. To ensure maximum standard of patient care, all of our treatments are only ever carried out by our experienced and highly qualified team, who receive regular in-house and external training from industry experts.
At PHI Clinic we do not offer same day treatment as initial consultation to ensure patients have time to reflect on their bespoke treatment plan before choosing to proceed.
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Location
PHI Clinic
102 Harley Street,
London,
W1G 7JB,
United Kingdom
Tel: 02070345999
Opening Hours
Monday & Tuesday - 9:30am to 6:00pm
Wednesday & Thursday - 9:30am to 8:00pm
Friday - 9:30am to 5:00pm
Saturday - 11:30am to 12:30pm
Sunday - Closed
Opening times can change, if your appointment is outside of these times please contact the clinic for confirmation.
