The main reasons for facial consults are typically aesthetic, and amongst the pigmentary conditions, dark eye circles are one of the most common concerns.
What are Dark Eye Circles actually? They are homogeneous pigment macules on the infraorbital regions that present as darkening of the skin under or around the eye. As we would notice the skin around the eyes is a thin and sensitive area, multiple etiologic factors contribute to the formation of this particular hyper-pigmentation, such as melanin deposition, sun exposure, periorbital edema, superficial vasculature, and shadowing due to skin laxity. These are pathological pathways that point to a certain irregularity in the body, whether systemic or localised.
According to TCM theories, an eye-mapping technique, coupled with diagnostic checks and questions is used to identify and rectify the problem based on the underlying imbalance. While there is a myriad of ways that can help with the lightening of the skin, TCM believes in the natural enhancement of the skin condition, regaining balance from within.
Some reasons dark eye circles form:
Why do some people get it and some don’t?
The gut and its system is a predisposing factor as to how much the body is affected by our daily habits. The blood, fluid and oxygen flow in the body is further slowed down should we expose our body to an unbalanced lifestyle. Other organ systems are then subsequently affected and lead to more discerning symptoms such as fatigue, head grogginess, Dry Eye Syndrome, flatulence, cold extremities etc.
The treatment typically comprises of:
What you can do for yourself:
Article by Physician Victoria Tan
