Overview

Darkening of the skin is known as hyperpigmentation, and can occur on the eyelids due to disease, such as after a lupus rash goes away.

Dark eyelids are more common in people with darker skin, hair, and eye color, but they can affect almost anyone, regardless of race, gender, or age. 

Sometimes, dark circles under the eyes may simply be the shadows cast by puffy lids or under the eye sockets, which are a normal part of aging.

What causes dark eyelids?

There are many causes of dark eyelids, and they can be related to changes in the blood vessels, congenital diseases, or even trauma to the eye. Inflammation or infection of the eyelid can also cause darkening after healing, but only on the affected side. Eye injuries can cause bruising, which can make the eyelids appear darker than the rest of the skin.

A 2015 study shows that lack of sleep causes the blood vessels beneath your eyelids to dilate and appear more prominent. Furthermore, this promotes excessive blood flow, thereby, resulting in darker eyelids. 

Also one of the most common skin changes that occur in a woman's body during pregnancy is melasma. Several doctors believe that the occurrence of melasma is due to the sudden changes in hormone levels. You may notice grey-brown patches visible on your face, especially around your eyes.

Poor circulation, sun exposure, fatigue, and even weight loss (which can lead to changes in the facial structure) can also cause dark circles. 

How can I treat dark eyelids?

Getting a full night’s sleep will reduce the risk of vasodilatation and cause your skin to appear less pale and contrasted against your dark eyelids.C'est probablement la façon la plus populaire d'éliminer les bleus sous les yeux. 

Applying eye creams that contain collagen stimulating ingredients can help improve the appearance of the skin and ultimately reduce eyelid pigmentation as well.

Another simple technique to get rid of the dark eyelids is using cold tea bags. Soak a tea bag preferably a chamomile or green tea bags in water. Chill it by placing it in the refrigerator for a while. Now, place them over your eyes. Use this remedy on a regular basis to see considerable difference.

If your dark circles don't respond to basic self-care measures or become more noticeable with age, you may want to consider medical aesthetic treatments. Chemical peels or skin lightening can also help, especially if dark circles are caused by hyperpigmentation in the top layers of the skin.

Takeaway

Dark circles under the eyes may be the shadows caused by the aging effect when fat builds up on the lower eyelid and the rest of the face loses volume. If the dark circles under the eyes are caused by a loss of facial fat under the eyes, eyelid surgery may involve transferring fat from the face or other parts of the body to the area.

Home remedies can reduce the appearance of dark eyelids and prevent them from getting worse, but they usually don't cure completely.

DISCLAIMER                 

Tips and suggestions mentioned in the article are for general information purposes only and should not be construed as professional medical advice.