What preventative measures can you take? Well, you really just have to listen to your body. Getting more rest, staying hydrated, keeping to a healthy diet and regular medical screenings (and of course sun protection!) will help a lot to keep those dark circles at bay, according to Eidelman. "I recommend the use of a good quality eye cream to help hydrate the skin around your eyes," he says. "I've found that a prescription retinoid is helpful because it promotes cell turn over keeping the skin fresh."
That said, if you use a retinol eye product, be careful: "It's vital that patients protect with sunscreen to prevent the area from darkening further and remember the retinoids make the skin more sensitive to the sun," warns Eidelman.
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