Hey all,

Can anyone tell me whether they suffer from dark circles round their eyes?

I've got them and would like to GET RID!

Whats can I use? Are those eye contour gels any good?

Can you recommend any brand to me?

Thanks! X

hi Andrea, i know what you mean about dark circles i used to suffer with them, that was until i found Clinique's ALL ABOUT EYES its great stuff i put a generous layer on before bed and its miracle cream. Fairly expensive but well worth it. I've really noticed the difference and my boyfriend has said my eyes don't look anything like they used too. Its not gunna happen over night but if you apply it every night within a few weeks you'll see the difference. Hope this helps x x

Thanks alot for that! Really glad you solved yours! At least there is hope for me then! xx

I learnt during my Decleor skin diagnosis course that dark circles under the eyes relates to kidney's so I guess if you dont drink much water or have frequent kidney infections it could make the area worse. It can also be common in those who are tired and have had lack of sleep and also some people are just prone to them. Supercover do a fab cover foundation which covers really well and comes in over 40 different shades. Drink plenty of water and try doing a light drainage massage movement around the eye area.

xx

Dark circles are normally a sign of dehydration.

They can also be hereditary, I like Elemis eye support.

Thanks! Oh no, I cant drink ANYMORE water, lol! I drink like 2.5 litres a day! I've probably aquired the dark circles from all the geeking I've been doing lately!

I've noticed a couple of my sisters suffer from it alot too. Wonder why they have theirs?

This wont help prevention wise but whilst you're working on that i can highly recommend a trip to MAC makeup - went to their Brighton store on Monday with a friend and the makeover was fantastic

kx

MAC is whats doing the trick at the moment for me . Oh I love MAC. Cant go wrong - lovely and natural stuff....
Glad you liked it! You'll be hooked now!

apparently my sister says to put two tea spoons in the fridge to make them nice anmd cold and place them over your eyes for 5 mins. dunno if it works! apparently the cold kick starts the circulation to that part of the skin.

Personnally, i just use YSL touche eclat! i love the stuff but my friend said that they don't do it in many shades (is that true anyone?) and i'm quite pale so i don't think it would be right for your skin tone! I'm going to find out but if anybody would like to make my life easier if you already know the answer please tell me!! thank you!! xx

... some extra sleep, Andrea

Seriously ... M&S sell a soothing eyemask which you pop into the fridge to keep cool, and place onto your eyes whenever you feel the need for pampering ... failing that, a couple of slices of cucumber on a regular basis may help.

I have always had dark circles on my eyes but i get plenty of sleep and drink about 3 litres of water a day.

I use a concealer by lancome. I cant remember what its called but it is a little pallet of 3 shades that you blend together. Its great stuff!

xx

Hi,

I have very dark circles, they are just hereditary and my Dr. told me to just make sure I get plenty of sleep, water and vitamins to keep them from looking worse.

Eye cream does help, when the skin is healthier and has more cirulation the circles looks less IMO, I use a thick cream from the drugstore- doesn't matter what it is as long as it works with your skin!

For concealor I use a Bobbi Brown concealor (my color is Sand???) and pat it very gently onto clean skin. If you rub you will NOT get good coverage, load your ring finger (4th finger) up with concealor and with the pad of your finger gently pat all over, over and over until it is blended nicely. They add a quick swish or dusting of powder to set and viola. My circles are so dark they do not disappear but they are covered enough to make me look awake and healthy again!

Sarita

Andrea I got some really good info a few days ago - about my wrinkles etc. "My eyes need botox" am giving them ALL a try I look cream crackered ( even when I'm not!!!)

Will have a look at your thread - thanks Judy!xx