Dark circle creams are great options for minimizing dark spots under the eyes and improving the texture and integrity of the skin, especially if they contain ingredients such as vitamin C or hyaluronic acid in their composition.
Dark circles are characterized by a difference in tone in the skin below the eyes and are generally caused by factors such as sun exposure, skin inflammation, difficulty sleeping, tiredness or swelling of the eyes.
There are several ways to reduce or disguise dark circles, from aesthetic treatments, such as laser or carboxytherapy, to makeup or home care that, when associated with healthy lifestyle habits, such as eating a balanced diet, sleeping well and using sunscreen daily, show results. even better. However, when home treatments do not have the desired effect, it is essential to consult a dermatologist, who will recommend the best treatment for each skin type. Discover the main options for removing dark circles.
The best creams to treat dark circles should contain some of the following ingredients:
1. Caffeine
Caffeine is an ingredient that activates blood circulation, due to its vasoconstrictive and decongestant action, increasing skin oxygenation and lightening dark spots under the eyes.
Examples of creams: Neostrata Skin Active Intensive Eye Therapy; Vichy Ideália Olhos.
2. Retinol
Retinol is a whitening active ingredient that evens out skin tone in the dark circles area. Furthermore, it has the ability to stimulate cell renewal and collagen synthesis, strengthening the skin in this region. Check out other uses of retinol.
Examples of creams: Avéne PhysioLift eyes; Sesderma Retises Eye Contour; La Roche Posay Redermic Retinol eyes.
3. Niacinamide
Niacinamide, or vitamin B3, has a skin-lightening action, which helps to reduce the brownish pigmentation of dark circles and stimulate collagen production. See other health benefits of vitamin B3.
Example of cream: Vichy Ideália Eyes; Melan-Off Dark Circles Brightener, from Adcos.
4. Vitamin C
Vitamin C is an active ingredient widely used to lighten skin blemishes, as it reduces the production of melanin, evening out the pigmentation of dark circles.
Furthermore, it also contributes to the production of collagen and elastin, which provide greater density and firmness to the skin, reducing puffiness under the eyes. Discover other benefits of vitamin C for the face.
Examples of creams: Sesderma C-vit Eye Contour, Intensive Complex Vita C by Vita Derm; Improve C 20 by Dermage.
5. Hyaluronic acid
Creams with hyaluronic acid hydrate, give firmness and shine to the skin and increase oxygenation in the area under the eyes. Find out how to use and the benefits of hyaluronic acid.
Examples of creams: Derma Complex Retinol + Hyaluronic; Avéne PhysioLift eyes.
6. Particles with soft focus effect
Creams for dark circles may contain ingredients that reflect and diffuse light, known as particles with a soft focus effect. These ingredients, such as mica or titanium dioxide, help to disguise dark color, lightening dark circles.
Examples of creams: Clinique Even Better Eyes; Vichy Ideália Eyes.
7. Hydroquinone
Hydroquinone is a substance that has an intense action on the skin, being widely used to treat blemishes and pigmentation changes, such as dark circles and even melasma, for example.
It is very important to be careful when using hydroquinone as it can cause skin irritation. Understand how it works, how to use and care for hydroquinone
Examples of creams: Claquinona; Vitacid Plus; Hormoskin.
8. Kojic acid
Kojic acid is a substance that acts by inhibiting the enzyme tyrosinase, which reduces the production of melanin, which is responsible for skin pigmentation. Learn how to use kojic acid and main benefits
Examples of creams: Kojicol Plus, from Sesderma; Melani-D, from La Roche Posay.
Care before and after using dark circles creams
There are some precautions that must be taken to contribute and enhance the effects of creams for dark circles, they are:
Watch the following video and check out these and other tips to have a more beautiful look:
