Goatsbreath Posted February 22, 2004 Share Posted February 22, 2004 I have had dark circles under my eyes for a long time now. Years. I have always just lived with them as part of who I was but I would really like to get rid of them. I just dont know how. I know there is cremes and such but I am a guy and dont want to where make-up. If you know anything or have any advice it would be appreciated.....thanks Link to post Share on other sites
brashgal Posted February 22, 2004 Share Posted February 22, 2004 Do you drink enough water? Dehydration can contribute to dark circles. If you don't take a multivitamin you might want to start, may be something lacking in your diet. And the obvious, getting enough sleep? Link to post Share on other sites
lost_in_chgo Posted February 22, 2004 Share Posted February 22, 2004 Could be allergies. http://aww.ninemsn.com.au/aww/Health/articles/QA/article685.asp Link to post Share on other sites
Author Goatsbreath Posted February 22, 2004 Author Share Posted February 22, 2004 Thanks for your help, I think the allergies may be something to look at as I do have a lot of allergy problems. I know pollen/ dust and such things stir them up, I wonder if I am allergic to a food that i dont know about however. Thanks for the direction Link to post Share on other sites
Iamhappy Posted February 22, 2004 Share Posted February 22, 2004 Genetics may also be a factor. In which case, nothing much can be done. A good concealer comes in handy on these occasions. Link to post Share on other sites
moimeme Posted February 22, 2004 Share Posted February 22, 2004 I've got the stupid things. They're called 'allergic shiners'. My doc suggested that I press a hot washrag against them for 30 seconds a couple of times a day to help clear the congestion that causes them. Needless to say, you use water no hotter than you can stand. If you want a detailed explanation of how they occur: http://www.ivillagehealth.com/experts/ent/qas/0,,242110_187300,00.html Link to post Share on other sites
Vivid_29 Posted February 22, 2004 Share Posted February 22, 2004 I believe an iron deficiency can cause dark circles... ~V Link to post Share on other sites
moimeme Posted February 22, 2004 Share Posted February 22, 2004 There are lots of causes but allergic rhinitis is most common, I'm told. It's always worthwhile seeing a doc for a diagnosis, but if Goat has had them his whole life, an iron deficiency would likely have been picked up in an exam by now. Link to post Share on other sites
Vivid_29 Posted February 22, 2004 Share Posted February 22, 2004 Understood. I must have missed that in his original post. ~V Link to post Share on other sites
reasontosigh Posted February 22, 2004 Share Posted February 22, 2004 An iron deficiency may have been picked up by now, but not necessarily. Can't hurt to do a double check on that one. But I do agree that extensive allergy testing might root things out for him. He'll also find out that way if he does have a food allergy, as he stated he suspected. Link to post Share on other sites
dyermaker Posted February 22, 2004 Share Posted February 22, 2004 I get them when I'm tired, as does every member of my family on my mom's side. Link to post Share on other sites
moimeme Posted February 22, 2004 Share Posted February 22, 2004 When I'm tired, I get bags on top of the circles. Very attractive Link to post Share on other sites
Vivid_29 Posted February 22, 2004 Share Posted February 22, 2004 Originally posted by moimeme When I'm tired, I get bags on top of the circles. Very attractive It doesn't matter Moimeme. You'll always be attractive to me! And I'm not sorry for putting you on the spot! ~V Link to post Share on other sites
reasontosigh Posted February 22, 2004 Share Posted February 22, 2004 My under-eye bags seem to be a permanent part of my facial landscape these days, but when I'm tired they are actually steamer trunks! One advantage to wearing glasses (maybe I should post this in the glasses thread too!) is that they hide them rather nicely!!! Link to post Share on other sites
moimeme Posted February 22, 2004 Share Posted February 22, 2004 It doesn't matter Moimeme. You'll always be attractive to me Thanks, sweetie! I used to know someone who'd say 'I'd love you even if you looked like a bag of hammers' ROTFL! Not exactly poetic but I couldn't fault the sentiment LOL Link to post Share on other sites
moimeme Posted February 22, 2004 Share Posted February 22, 2004 My under-eye bags seem to be a permanent part of my facial landscape these days, but when I'm tired they are actually steamer trunks Actually, try the hot compress thing. It seems to work much better for the steamer trunks than it does for the shiners. Link to post Share on other sites
Elle Posted February 22, 2004 Share Posted February 22, 2004 Hate to worry any of you out there but my exs (dont know what else to call him as hes seperated and doesnt knowe what he wants) family all have dark circles and I was told that it was genetic and an indication of heart disease!! not to be confused with the I havent slept for 48 hrs look which I get frequently!! could lead to a heart complint though...... Link to post Share on other sites
Elle Posted February 22, 2004 Share Posted February 22, 2004 sorry in my haste to save you all forgot spell check!! Link to post Share on other sites
reasontosigh Posted February 22, 2004 Share Posted February 22, 2004 Hi Im new to this game but are you all mad!! I'll let the "dark circles" crowd get back to you on that one. Link to post Share on other sites
Author Goatsbreath Posted February 22, 2004 Author Share Posted February 22, 2004 wow, thanks for all the possibilities. I hope it is moimeme's suggestion rather then anything to do with heart disease. My family does not have them.................just me. I will try the hot water thing. I should go to a doctor and I will. I actually have quite a load of things I can unload on this doctor because its been a while and the problems have just sort of been adding up. On halloween I was going to be a vampire and one of my co-workers made a joke. Said- hey- "Your already half there- you know- with the dark circles and such" Sigh! Link to post Share on other sites
Marty_McFly Posted February 23, 2004 Share Posted February 23, 2004 I was once on a website for men's grooming products that had a product that you put in the circles under your eyes once a day I think and it's supposed to reduce the coloration. It was some kind of gel or something, and you put a drop or two on them and rub it in. It also had another product that you were also supposed to put over your eyes for a few minutes a day (can't remember if it was supposed to be hot or cold), that you could use in conjunction with the gel. Don't know if it works, still trying to decide whether to try it since it was about $30 for a month's supply. Link to post Share on other sites
coursingthru Posted February 23, 2004 Share Posted February 23, 2004 K is what goes under the eyes for the dark circles and it is a genetic thing - only if it is not something you've had before - vitamin K works for me! St. Ive's makes a tube of it and it is about $8.00. Just be sure not to overuse - it kinda wrinkles up if you use too much in the corners of your eyes! I would also try anything from Lancome. It is pricey but well worth it! Link to post Share on other sites
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