Nov 24 | Media Feature in Grazia

Expert Insights from Dr Elizabeth Hawkes

Dark circles are the visibility of blood vessels under the skin around our eyes,’ explains Dr Elizabeth Hawkes. ‘When we are tired, oxygen levels in our eyes drop causing these blood vessels to dilate. Dilated blood vessels look darker and, as a result, our dark circles become more noticeable. Stay hydrated and make a play for eye creams rich in vitamin C. Vitamin C boosts collagen and elastin production – proteins that plump skin around your eyes and reduce the visibility of blood vessels beneath the skin’s surface. This will freshen up your eye area but not get rid of dark circles completely. If you are set on achieving dramatic results, tear trough filler could be the option for you – hyaluronic acid-based injectables used to plump the skin above those visible blood vessels and brighten the under eye area. Results are immediate and last six to 18 months, so maintenance is necessary – it’s a commitment and not one you should enter into lightly. Seek out a medically trained practitioner specialising in ophthalmology and have a thorough consultation first.

NLA licensed copy. No further copies may be made except under licence. This article originally appeared in Grazia on November 19, 2024, written by Rachael Martin.