@drheejink: DARK CIRCLES: KNOW YOUR TYPE Not all dark circles are the same — treating the wrong type won't help. VASCULAR — Blue or Purple * * * * Vascular dark circles are blue or purple and caused by poor blood circulation around the eye, which can result in thinner, less-firm skin * * * Sometimes triggered by aging, allergies, poor sleep, alcohol, high sodium * Fix: prioritize sleep, cut alcohol & sodium, stop rubbing your eyes * * Use: caffeine eye creams to de-puff * * * * * * * Dr. fave: Inkey list Caffeine De-puffing + Dark Circle Eye Cream * * * * * * Dr. fave: DRMTLGY Brightening Eye Masks PIGMENTED — Brown or Black * * Pigmented dark circles are brown or black and caused by an increase in skin pigmentation * Fix: target pigmentation with brightening ingredients * Use: Vitamin C, Niacinamide, Retinoids * * Dr. fave: Caudalie Dark Circle Brightening Eye Cream with Niacinamide * * * * * * Dr. fave: Biossance Squalane + 5% Niacinamide Brightening Eye Serum STRUCTURAL — Hollow or Shadowed * Caused by facial anatomy — deep under-eye sockets create shadow * Not about pigment or circulation, just how your skin lies over your cheekbones * * Fix: procedural treatments only * * See a dermatologist IF concern is more related FINE LINES/WRINKLES UNDEREYE * * * * * Look for retinol eye products * * * * * * * * * * * Dr. fave: ROC skincare RETINOL CORREXION® Line Smoothing Cream * * * * * * * * * * Dr. fave: Beauty of Joseon Revive Eye Serum : Ginseng + Retinal Tip: Many people have a combination of types. When in doubt, see a board-certified dermatologist.

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