The case is dark: the causes of bruising under the eyes

Swollen eyelids, dark circles under the eyes and a tired look are easily explained if you sat up at work or in the company of friends the day before. It is worth sounding the alarm only if these are your constant companions. The causes of bruising under the eyes and the means of dealing with them are in our article.

What is bruising under the eyes

The thinnest and most delicate skin is around the eyes. The most common and intractable problem is dark circles under the eyes. They are also called bruises – in some cases they really resemble hematomas that form, for example, after a blow. Dark, bluish, sometimes dirty pinkish, circles look ugly, give the face a tired, unhealthy look. And, of course, you want to get rid of them as soon as possible. But before we understand how, let’s look at what they mean and from what bruises appear under the eyes.

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Why do bruises appear under the eyes of women: the main reasons

It is curious that in a recent study, European scientists, trying to answer the question of why bruises appear under the eyes, put forward only three as key reasons: a tendency to hyperpigmentation, dilated blood vessels and an increase in the number of capillaries with thin skin. However, according to Vichy expert, dermatologist Ekaterina Turubara, “the reasons are by no means limited to these key factors, bruises under the eyes of women (in men, however, too) can occur without such aggravating heredity – there are many reasons.”

Overwork

The fact that you work hard, sleep little, are under stress, you can guess by looking at your eyes. They will definitely signal overwork with the help of bruises and swelling.

Preventing bruises is easier than removing them.

Anatomical features

Common case. Perhaps you have too thin skin around the eyes – and the blood vessels simply shine through. In this case, it is possible to correct the defect only with the help of decorative cosmetics. Keep in mind that the skin can become thinner due to malnutrition or sudden weight loss, stress, and physical inactivity. The challenge is to prevent this.

Photoaging

You can’t stop it, but you can slow it down – if you are less likely to be in the open sun and constantly use cosmetics with UV filters. Photoaging is provoked by the frequent use of products with fruit acids and the lack of UV protection, as well as the neglect of products with a high SPF after laser cosmetic procedures – these are not well-known, but scientifically proven facts. Simply put, bruises under the eyes are from the sun.

What causes bruising under the eyes? Sometimes just… from the sun.

Improper care

For example, the habit of applying a thick, thick layer of nourishing cream to the face before going to bed, which may be too heavy for the delicate area around the eyes.

Chronic intoxication

For example, because of smoking. Nicotine constricts blood vessels, as a result, tissues suffer from a lack of oxygen. Just like nicotine, alcohol also affects the skin around the eyes – and you probably know about it if you spent at least once a stormy night in a cheerful company. And helminthic invasion can also cause intoxication. If you do not smoke or drink, but are already tired of wondering where the bruises under the eyes come from, it makes sense to get tested for parasites.

Allergy, atopic dermatitis

Bruises under the eyes can be a manifestation of an allergy to household chemicals, certain products, dust, pollen. Or maybe cosmetics just don’t suit you, and the body signals this. If after applying the cream the skin around the eyes turns red, itches, itches, try changing it. The same goes for eye shadow, mascara, concealer, powder, etc.

Gipotireoz

Dark circles are not the only manifestation of it. Drowsiness, lethargy, absent-mindedness, memory impairment, intolerance to cold or heat, sudden weight gain or hair loss – if you, in addition to bruising under the eyes, are concerned about these symptoms, consult an endocrinologist. Perhaps it’s all about the lack of thyroid hormones.

Heart failure

To suspect her, some dark circles under the eyes, of course, are not enough. Constant companions of the cores are shortness of breath, arrhythmia, dizziness, swelling and pain in the legs, fatigue. If you recognize the symptoms, run to the cardiologist!

Impaired kidney function

Under the eyes appear not only dark circles, but also bags. The face is often swollen. All this is a reason to contact a nephrologist.

Respiratory diseases

After acute bronchitis, pneumonia or against the background of bronchial asthma, the oxygen content in the blood decreases. And bruises can bother you for a long time. Adenoids, chronic runny nose, sinusitis also give blue under the eyes: due to respiratory failure, the vessels under the eyes overflow with blood.

Why else can bruises appear under the eyes? Due to malfunctions of the liver and gallbladder, impaired lymphatic and venous outflow, increased intracranial pressure. You can’t joke about this. Sign up with a therapist. He will prescribe tests and recommend which specialist to contact.

How to get rid of bruises under the eyes

We are sure that you know about many ways to cope with the problem, but something is preventing you from giving up bad habits, following a regimen, resting more, and eating right. And yet it must be done! What else is needed?

  • Use suitable cosmetics. Masks for the skin around the eyes, creams, patches – if you use them regularly, bruises, if they do not disappear completely, will become less noticeable.

  • Practice face fitness. Gymnastics for the face in general and for the eyes in particular strengthens the skin, improves blood circulation, cell regeneration. As a result, dark circles under the eyes become lighter.

  • Massage. At least while applying the cream! We wrote more about various techniques here. Massage improves blood microcirculation, and bruises disappear.

But, of course, it is best to get rid of bruises under the eyes by practicing a systematic approach.

Is it possible to quickly remove bruises?

Yes – but only with the help of concealer, powder or foundation, they must be applied to thoroughly cleansed skin. A cold compress will help reduce puffiness around the eyes. In general, a set of measures is needed to solve the problem.

Prevention of bruises under the eyes

Preventing bruises is easier than removing them later. As we wrote above:

  • get rid of bad habits;

  • move more – if active fitness is not for you, just walk in the fresh air more often;

  • eat a balanced diet, avoid salty and smoked foods, drink more water (but in small portions during the day, not at night);

  • try to minimize stress;

  • Get enough sleep and find more time for yourself.

Using a face cream on the delicate area around the eyes can also cause bruising.

Overview of cosmetics for bruising under the eyes

Let’s list the most favorite tools of the Healthy-Food editors.

Fabric patches under the eyes “Moisturizing + fresh look”, Garnier

They successfully fight bags and dark circles under the eyes – and all thanks to the formula with hyaluronic acid and orange juice. Want to get a more noticeable cooling effect? Keep patches in the refrigerator before use. And apply exactly for 15 minutes, as directed on the package.

Revitalizing Eye Contour Cream, CeraVe

The formula with ceramides, vitamin E, glycerin and hyaluronic acid gently moisturizes the skin around the eyes, reducing bags and dark circles under the eyes.

Cream for the skin around the eyes “Age expert 45+”, L’Oréal Paris

Proretinol improves skin texture, caffeine and tea polyphenols stimulate blood circulation. The eye area looks radiant, fresh and smooth.

Cream for the skin around the eyes Advanced Génifique Yeux, Lancôme

Thanks to a complex of 7 pre- and probiotics, as well as hyaluronic acid and vitamin C, the skin around the eyes is smoothed, small wrinkles are reduced, dark circles become less noticeable.

Serum for the skin around the eyes “Revitalift Filler”, L’Oréal Paris

Hyaluronic acid in high concentration, caffeine, niacinamide and vitamin Cg do their best for the skin around the eyes: intensively moisturize, fill wrinkles, erase dark circles.

Anti-glycation anti-aging cream for the skin around the eyes against wrinkles, dark circles and bags AGE Eye Complex, SkinCeuticals

Cream with proxylan, vitamin C and blueberry extract in the composition transforms the skin. As a result, wrinkles become smaller, bags and dark circles under the eyes are reduced.

Cream «BB Cream. Eye Roller, Skin Naturals, Garnier

The cool texture of the applicator, the tinted effect is a great approach to hide signs of fatigue and bags under the eyes.

Cream for the skin around the eyes with a cooling effect Aquasource Total Eye Revitalizer, Biotherm

It has a cooling effect, instantly saturates the skin with moisture. Wrinkles, dark circles and bags under the eyes become less noticeable.

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