How to remove dark circles under the eyes: all the secrets of FILORGA

Dark circles under the eyes are a major concern for many people of all ages, both women and men. They age and darken the face, making it appear tired and stressed, and robbing it of its radiance.

In this article, the skin experts at Laboratoires FILORGA explain the different causes of dark circles and offer their best advice for getting rid of them.

We also detail some of the active ingredients we use in our formulas and explain their usefulness in treating dark circles.

Removing and reducing dark circles: the essentials in a few lines

• Many factors can lead to the appearance of dark circles, such as insufficient blood flow to the eye area, excessive sun exposure, and aging. skin or lifestyle.
• There are different types of dark circles: blue circles, brown circles, hollow circles, and "puffiness".
• To reduce dark circles, proper cleansing and skincare application are very important.
• Filorga Laboratories use different active ingredients depending on the causes and types of dark circles. Find them at the end of this article.

What are the causes of dark circles?

Dark circles under the eyes, or periorbital hyperpigmentation, affect all skin types and are very difficult to treat in aesthetic medicine because their causes are multiple and vary from one individual to another. They can be the result of:

• poor blood flow, because with fatigue and age, microcirculation is less efficient and the walls of the capillaries deteriorate. This causes blood pigments (including bilirubin, produced by the natural breakdown of hemoglobin) to leak into the tissues. Around the eyes, where the skin is less vascularized, drainage becomes more difficult and pigments concentrate there more easily.
• Fromexcessive sun exposure. UV rays increase the skin's secretion of melanin, and the accumulation of this pigment associated with tanning can eventually form dark circles under the eyes. Since the under-eye area is one of the areas of the face with the thinnest skin, spots of this type will be more visible than in other parts of the body.
• A shadow effect is linked to a loss of structure around the eye. As we age, the fat in the infraorbital skin tends to disappear, leading to a loss of volume and elasticity in this area. This creates a shadow in the hollow formed where tears pass. These dark circles are often only visible from a certain angle and light and can be masked by a camera flash.
• Froman inadequate lifestyle. While lack of sleep, smoking, or stressare not considered physiological causes of the appearance of dark circles under the eyes, they can nevertheless accentuate the phenomenon.
• Medical conditions such asasthma or allergies*. Even if cosmetic treatments won't have an effect on these causes, it may be important to check whether they contribute to or are the cause of dark circles.

Knowing the Different Types of Dark Circles

They are generally classified according to their color:

• Blue circles. Also called vascular circles, they appear as a pronounced blue-purple tint under the eyes. They are directly linked to microscopic blood and lymphatic circulation problems. They are among the most common.

• Dark circles. Although their causes are not the same as those for bluish dark circles, brown dark circles (or pigmented dark circles) can have a yellow to brown tint caused by a concentration of melanin under the skin.

Two factors contribute to the appearance of these spots around the eyes: the thinness of the skin, mentioned above, combined with exposure to ultraviolet rays.

The right actions to combat dark circles and bags under the eyes

Start with a gentle cleansing

Before even applying a concealer, it's very important to thoroughly cleanse your skin. This will remove all traces of external pollution and prepare it for your treatment. If you need to remove makeup, we recommend our FILORGA makeup remover, specially formulated to soothe and hydrate your skin at the end of the day.

Use very gentle movements to avoid damaging your eye area. Applying too much pressure could make your dark circles more visible by damaging the blood vessels located just below the skin.

Follow the correct application techniques

A quality concealer cream, if applied incorrectly, will not achieve its full potential. To get the most out of your FILORGA product, we recommend that our customers:

• Use the right amount of product. Don't overload the eye area; it's a fragile and delicate area. Take an amount equivalent to a grain of rice, no more.
• Lightly tap under your dark circles, as in the video below.

Active ingredientseffective in reducing dark circles under the eyes

As we mentioned at the beginning of this article, dark circles are very difficult to treat with aesthetic medicine. Fortunately, certain cosmetic ingredientslike those found in the skincare products in our rangeOPTIM-EYES are very effective and can help reduce the buildup of pigment deposits or strengthen the capillary network. Let's discover them together.

Hyaluronic acid

This essential ingredient in cosmetics is known forits ability to retain water and intensely hydrate skin tissue. It improves skin suppleness, restores volume, and smooths fine lines and wrinkles.

At FILORGA, we use different forms of hyaluronic acid (low and high molecular weight) to hydrate, fill wrinkles, and reduce fine lines.

Chrysin

Naturally present in passionflower, chrysin Promotes the elimination of pigments responsible for dark under-eye discoloration. This polyphenol thus acts to reduce the bluish or brown tint of dark circles.

Peptides

Peptides are protein fragments that act by increasing lymphatic circulation and decreasing capillary permeability. They help reduce fluid buildup and permanently decongest puffiness.

Turmeric extract

Rich in antioxidants, turmeric is valued for its soothing and protective properties. It fights against external aggressions and helps prevent the appearance of signs of fatigue. Turmeric extract helps brighten and soothe the delicate eye area, for visibly brighter and more rested eyes.