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![]() “There’s a condition called nevus of Ota where melanocytes (melanin-producing cells) are found in the dermal layer and cause discolouration,” explains Naana Boakye, MD, dermatologist and founder of Bergen Dermatology in Englewood Cliffs, New Jersey. ![]() Being predisposed to this pigmentation is often the result of genetics. Some people have darker pigmentation on certain areas of their face, such as under the eyes, which can give the appearance of a dark circle. And since sun exposure can cause or worsen hyperpigmentation, applying sunscreen daily (even around the eyes) is crucial for keeping your eyes bright and bag-free. ![]() That’s because “vitamin C is a potent antioxidant that protects the skin against free radical damage and blocks the production of abnormal pigmentation,” says Dr Zeichner. How to treat it: An eye cream with a brightening ingredient, such as vitamin C, can be beneficial for dark circles caused by hyperpigmentation. ![]() (ICYDK, sunspots are typically flat, dark brown patches that pop up on areas frequently exposed to the sun sans protection they can also be spotty rather than a wash of colour, according to the Cleveland Clinic.)Īnother way to figure out whether this is the cause of your dark under-eye circles? Look in a mirror and tilt your head up toward the light if the dark circles remain, they’re likely caused by dark pigments under the eyes (read: those that are caused by hyperpigmentation as the result of UV exposure), says Dr Zeichner. UV light exposure also looks blotchy, similar to when you develop sunspots, says Dr Zeichner. How to determine if this is to blame: Dark under-eye circles caused by hyperpigmentation often have a more brown tone. ![]() Think of it like dark “sun” spots that appear beneath your peepers. The sun’s rays hitting your skin can cause an increase in the production of melanin (aka the dark brown or black pigment naturally found in hair, skin, and eyes), leading to dark blotches under the skin, explains Dr Zeichner. True pigment (versus a shadow or pooling of blood) under the eyes is often associated with UV light exposure. ![]()
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