everything about dark under-eye circles

[sel00187]

Hi I'm new here,
I have REALLY bad under eye dark circles, I've been using YSL touche eclat for about a year and all different under eye creams that claim to get rid of them but they're still here. Even when I use YSL touche eclat, when I go in the light I can still see the shadow outside. Could anyone suggest or reccomend anything. Any creams that have worked for them or concealers? I think they are hereditry as my dad has them.
Thanks x

[Isis]

Look for an eye treatment cream with vitamin K in it. What that does is constrict the flow of blood to that area. I've been using one by e.solutions from Elizabeth Arden for mine and I love the results I've been getting.
You may also want to try layering concealers. Such as first using a darker shade, then the lighter one closer to your skin tone on top of that.

[more_please]

I like to use a bit of yellow concealer under my normal concealer. I think it helps (i use a cheapie yellow from physicians formula, its works well)

[__nini]

I just bought the Benefit Eyecon reduces the appearance of fine lines and clears dark circles. I think it's working so far although im also using a puffiness reducer thing from MaryKay. Im in college, i dont get a lot of sleep, plus, i dont wear concealer so I hope this fixes it all.

[mspixieears]

Nearly everything you'd want to know or discuss about dark eye circles, can be found at the following URL:

everything about dark under-eye circles

It's in the Skin & Bodycare forum, in case you're wondering hope this helps a bit.

[Bootyliciousx]

Dermablend

[lovalotz]

You could always try the little blue bottle...(i forget the name) by biotherm.
I got it for about $35
I've been using that for months and it really helped!

[more_please]

I'm planning on tryng the new Murad Lighten and Brighten eye treatment. I'll report to you all if its any good! (1st i gotta get it off ebay)

[Korms]

Has anyone got any tips for concealing dark circles? I usually just slap a bit of concealer on but the circles just show through. What sort of concealer colours should be used and does anyone know any artists tricks for flawless concealing? I know there must be a foolproof method somewhere! My circles have a brownish tone to them and I read somewhere that rose colours are best for neutralising this? Is that the case?

FYI, I've already tried things like Touche Eclait but it didn't seem to do much for me.

[thuratharsha]

Hi friends,
i think this would help.
dark circles are symbols of less fat.
so, try this:
1)take a teaspoon of curd
2)4 drops of fresh lemon juice.

now mix the curd and lemon juice.Apply it under eyes for 10 mins before bath.then take bath as usual.

countinue this for a week.this can be applied to whole body too.
You will feel a difference and i'm sure you will notice a fade in the dark area of ur skin.You can apply this as long as you like.this will make your skin glow.

Many of my friends use this technique to remove dark circles from any part of body.
Instead of using chemicals you can banish dark circles naturally.

i'll be happy if this is helpful

[Miracle]

I have inherited dark undereye circles as well.

What I do is dab MAC's Select Cover-Up on my circles, then buffing powder foundation over it (I use Philosophy's Supernatural Airbrushes Canvas). I find it covers up my circles very nicely. I make sure to apply MAC's Prep+Prime before concealer though so the makeup doesn't settle into my lines.

[xiahe]

vitamin K can help reduce the appearance of undereye circles.

and...clinique also has this "all about the eyes" and "all about the eyes rich" creams that are supposed to help with undereye circles, but i personally have not tried them. maybe try that?

[lainielainie]

I've tried tons of creams and solutions for my circles. Vita K solution burned my eyes and made them tear like crazy, and now I keep under my eyes moisturized with Benefit Eye-con and I apply mac concealer with a sponge.
I've also started using a tinted moisturizer which is just good in terms of improving the complexion and making the circles slightly less noticable.

[Treejewel19]

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Originally Posted by misslexa

Hi all..

My boyfriend has dark undereye circles that arent caused by lack of sleep or water *he gets plenty of both*

Are there any other causes/solutions that you are aware of (short of concealer, he's not down with that!)

Thanks

I used to have this same problem, although probably caused by lack of sleep in college. I starting using the clinique "all about eyes" eye cream developed especially for under eye circles and puffiness. I have notice dramatic improvement...maybe it will work?

[Voz]

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Originally Posted by Miracle

I have inherited dark undereye circles as well.

What I do is dab MAC's Select Cover-Up on my circles, then buffing powder foundation over it (I use Philosophy's Supernatural Airbrushes Canvas). I find it covers up my circles very nicely. I make sure to apply MAC's Prep+Prime before concealer though so the makeup doesn't settle into my lines.

I do something similar, too. I use Estée Lauder Idealist Skin Refinisher under and around my eyes, then use small brush and apply MAC Studio Fix over it. It feels a lot less heavy and works pretty darn well.

[Amber-126]

Take him on vacation, or just sit out in the sun to get a tan for a while. Don't get me wrong you should definitely use lots of SPF, but you'll still achieve a mediocre tan. Plus, a tan naturally darkens AND thickens your skin (yes, it's been proven). It should lessen the apppearance of these circles if they are of black/ blue color (much like veins in fairer skinned people.) Be careful in the sun, and I hope this works.

[frocher]

Try a salmon or peach colored concealer, it will neutralize the dark circles. Also, don't try to completely erase them, that makes them stand out more imo.

[Ralen81]

I've been using GOaWay Circles Eye Serum from Garden of Wisdom for about 2 months or so now and it's made a big difference for me.
http://www.gardenofwisdom.shoppingca...27/3899812.htm

[miss holly j]

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Originally Posted by rouquinne

there's a new cream on the market called Hyelexin or something like that. i like the Avon Lighten Up Plus.

I've tried Hylexin as someone who has dark circles due to heredity and it did NOTHING for me, please don't waste your money if you have hereditary dark circles.

[V15U4L_3RR0R]

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Originally Posted by Sushi_Flower

I have had iron problems in the past too and thought i was much better but i guess i could always do with topping up my iron. I can't swallow any type of pills, so is there any kind of supplements, healthy snack foods etc that would help top up my iron intake?

Drink a Pint of Guinness ever so often. Loads of Iron in that. You can buy breakfast cereals that have added iron in them. Spinish and Liver are other good ones. I'm told Carrots is quite good as well. This might sound daft but have you tried getting iron suppliments and crushing them into powder and then mixing it in with food?

http://www.mothers35plus.co.uk/iron.htm - This might give you additional information too. HTH

[Sanna]

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Originally Posted by Jude

I tried out some samples that I got from Nordstroms for a concealer called Cover FX. This stuff is hardcore... it was designed by dermatologists to help people with burn scars, rosacea, acne scarring and other skin discolorations.

The best thing about this product is that when used with the setting powder, it literally lasted all day without settling into the little lines under my eyes.

Here are a few things to take note when it comes to Cover FX:

A good match is key. There is very little oops room with this product so if you can't get to a Nordstroms, you can call them and the artist at the Cover FX counter will help you figure out your range of colors and send you a few samples within that range to test out. Nordstroms counters do mail order which is a great option for people who don't live in close proximity to the store.

You have to apply it with a concealer brush. It was kind of rubbery when I tried to put it on with my finger or sponge but it melded perfectly when I busted out the brush.

It is a little pricey. I paid $35.00 for this after using up my sample but to me, it is well worth it.

I hope that helps!

Thank you for the tips! I have the worst dark circles ever and when I try to cover them up, it highlights my wrinkles under the eyes (it's so sad to say I have wrinkles at 23 ;_; but I do..) and makes my under eye area look worse. $35 seems high, but I'm willing to try anything at this point. Unfortunately for me, I think my dark circles are genetic . I've been using some Avon products for my eyes for the past two-ish weeks, but I haven't noticed a difference.

[FemmeBella86]

Has anyone tried the eye stress gel by St. Ives?

[Blushbaby]

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Originally Posted by more_please

I've heard Hylexin is a waste of $$. The MUA ladies recommend Reviva DMAE firming eye serum (about $17), which I'm trying. No results yet, but its only been two weeks :P

Who stocks this??

[V15U4L_3RR0R]

I just found this awesome video by xsparkage on youtube. It's got this great trick for covering dark circles.

YouTube - Say Goodbye to Undereye Circles!

[kaddy]

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Originally Posted by Isis

Have him use an eye cream/gel containing Vitamin K as it will decrease the flow of blood to the area. Vitamin C serums work as well, though not as effective as using Vitamin K. HTH!

Cheers for the advice!