Have you ever been spotted with dark circles underneath of your eyes? Lets find out what are they?
Your dark circles COULD be allergies
According to specialists at The Mayo Clinic , any allergies you may have could be causing those pesky dark circles.
This is because of the nature of the skin under our eyes. It's a lot thinner than elsewhere, so there's a lot less fat or space to disguise the blood vessels which become dilated as a result of allergies.
"Allergic reactions can trigger your immune system to release these compounds called histamines, which cause blood vessels to dilate," reports the brains behind YouTube channel SciShow
"Plus, itching and rubbing your eyes can make the puffiness worse. So besides the dark circles from built-up blood and inflammation, puffy eye bags can also mean dark shadows."
And neither of them involve 'too many cheeky Jägerbombs / poor life decisions'.
Dark circles could also mean nasal congestion
The Mayo Clinic explain, "Extra zzzs may not cure those dark circles under your eyes.
"One common cause is nasal congestion. When your nose gets congested, veins that usually drain from your eyes into your nose become widened and darker."
They go on to suggest, "rinsing your sinuses with a saltwater solution (mix 1/4 teaspoon sea salt with 2 cups warm water) or over-the-counter saline spray can help relieve nasal congestion and your dark circles."
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