Do you have the same dark circles as Nezha? Don’t worry, these 4 methods are useful!

If you ask who is the most popular this Spring Festival, if Nezha is ranked second, I am afraid no one dares to claim first place. According to data from online platforms, "Nezha: The Devil Boy Conquers the Dragon King" has become the first Asian film to enter the top 25 of the global box office list. Everyone is paying attention to this new 3-year-old billionaire movie star.

Some netizens compared Nezha with dark circles under his eyes and the handsome Ao Bing attached to Nezha, and the effect can be described as level 10 beauty. Just as "Taiyi Zhenren" said in the film: "This one looks like the authentic one."

Everyone can't help but sigh that dark circles have a great impact on appearance. So the question is, how are dark circles formed? And how to solve them? Zhang Jianwu, head of the Medical Beauty Center and deputy chief physician of Hunan Occupational Disease Prevention and Treatment Institute (affiliated to the Occupational Disease Prevention and Treatment Institute of the University of South China), will take you to learn about it.

1. Sincere question: where do “panda eyes” come from?

Dark circles, commonly known as "panda eyes", are scientifically known as "periorbital pigmentation". They can be dark blue, brown, purple, etc., making you look like you haven't woken up yet. According to the cause, dark circles can be divided into four types. Let's see which type of "panda eyes" you belong to!

Pigmented dark circles: the work of melanin

This is the most common type of dark circles, mainly because the melanocytes in the eye are too active and the eye secretes too much pigment. Causes include: hormonal changes, sun exposure, aging, and even genetics. Its color is usually gray or brown , like a layer of shadow "painted" around the eyes.

Vascular dark circles: the "standard" for those who stay up late

Because the skin around the eyes is thin and rich in blood vessels, staying up late or lack of sleep can slow blood circulation, reduce the blood oxygen content in the blood vessels, and cause blood to accumulate, which will cause the area around the eyes to appear dark purple or dark red.

Structural dark circles: a gift from time

This type of dark circles is related to aging and sagging skin. As we age, the skin and muscles around the eyes become loose, eye bags and tear grooves gradually form, causing local shadows to worsen and dark circles to appear more obvious.

Combination Dark Circles: Multiple “Strikes”

If you have the above characteristics of dark circles at the same time, then you may have "mixed dark circles"! The causes of this type of dark circles are complex and require a multi-pronged approach to treatment.

2. Treat the symptoms and say goodbye to "panda eyes"

Different types of dark circles require different treatments. If you want to effectively improve dark circles, you must first figure out which type you have and then "prescribe the right medicine."

Pigmented dark circles: whitening is the key

Skin care products: Choose skin care products containing vitamins C, E, and niacinamide to help speed up melanin metabolism.

Medical beauty methods: You can consider picosecond laser, photorejuvenation or eye circles. These methods can accelerate pigment metabolism and improve dark circles.

Local exfoliation: Using retinoic acid or hydroquinone cream will be more effective, but be aware that the skin around the eyes is delicate, so be careful not to cause irritation when using it.

Vascular dark circles: Improve blood circulation

Get enough sleep: Say goodbye to staying up late! Getting enough sleep is the first step to improving blood circulation.

Hot compress and massage: You can apply hot compress, scraping or massage to promote blood circulation around the eyes and relieve dark circles.

Moisturizing: Keep the skin around the eyes hydrated and avoid dryness.

Structural Dark Circles: Fillers or Surgery

Filling treatment: Improve the shadow by filling the tear trough, the effect is immediate.

Surgical treatment: If the eye bags are serious, you can consider surgery to remove them.

Laser treatment: Lasers can help improve sagging skin and make the skin around the eyes tighter.

Combination Dark Circles: Comprehensive Treatment

The causes of mixed dark circles are complex, and a comprehensive treatment plan needs to be formulated according to the specific situation. It is recommended to see a professional doctor for diagnosis first, and then choose the appropriate treatment method.

3. Daily care: prevention is better than cure

If you want to stay away from dark circles, daily care is essential! Here are some simple and easy care tips:

Get a good night's sleep: Sufficient sleep is the basis for improving dark circles. Stop staying up late to browse your phone and go to bed early!

Choose the right skin care products: Skin care products containing vitamin C, E and niacinamide can help speed up pigment metabolism. (PS. The more expensive the eye cream, the better. The best one is the one that suits you.)

Do a good job of sun protection: Ultraviolet rays will aggravate pigmentation, so remember to apply sunscreen when going out. Wearing sunglasses is also a good choice.

Healthy diet: Eat less salt to avoid swelling around the eyes. Eat more foods rich in vitamins and antioxidants, such as fruits and vegetables, to help keep your skin healthy.

Hunan Medical Chat Special Author: Li Mengjuan, Hunan Occupational Disease Prevention and Treatment Institute (Occupational Disease Prevention and Treatment Institute affiliated to University of South China)

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(Edited by Wx)