Ditch Dark Circles and Puffiness for Good
Use these expert tips to treat and camouflage your annoying eye issues the right way
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Treat dark circles caused by pigmentation
If your dark circles are caused by pigmentation, you can treat the area with topical retinoids, hydroquinone or laser treatments, Waldorf says. Both retinoids and hydroquinone can be prescribed by your dermatologist or you can buy slightly less potent versions over the counter (try Avene Retrinal H.A.F Gel, $40, which contains retinaldehyde, and pH Advantage Pigmentation Fader, $55, which contains hydroquinone). If you want a quicker fix (or if topical products alone don't do the trick), laser is the way to go. Waldorf recommends the Fraxel Restore laser. Know that you'll likely have to treat your entire face for best results though, and that treatments average $1,000 to $2,000 each and you'll likely need one or two of them.
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Great...I have the genetic kind. The purplish ones you have even after a good night's sleep and people still think you got punched in the face.
by m.rose Thursday, November 10, 2011 at 11:21PM Report as inappropriate
i need to save these tips!!!!!
by anna_davis Sunday, November 6, 2011 at 10:05PM Report as inappropriate
i have this.. the garnier wand.. it really works! i totally love the product! i also put it in water with ice so its cold when i put it on my eye.. it will reduce the puffiness!
by Mssaralee18 Tuesday, October 11, 2011 at 02:24PM Report as inappropriate
I have the worst puffiness ever so thanks for the article....
by kelly_ahrman Wednesday, August 24, 2011 at 04:23PM Report as inappropriate
I have tried all these and I stil lhave dark circles, I guess I'm hopeless
by Bon_Bon Sunday, August 14, 2011 at 11:36PM Report as inappropriate
I also recomend using hemaroid cream, embarrasing as it sounds, the cream actually helps to shrink blood vessels and lighten the area, I use this if I am going to an important event eg- school photos. Good Luck! x
by ellie_tidswell Tuesday, July 19, 2011 at 06:43PM Report as inappropriate
Good to know. I have used cucumbers in the past.
by MissPurple Friday, July 15, 2011 at 12:09PM Report as inappropriate
