Spikes Spa Secrets Anti Aging Skin Care Newsletter

HELP FOR DARK UNDER EYE CIRCLES

October 29, 2007

Most dark circles are caused by the appearance of veins
beneath the thin skin under our eyes. As we age and our
skin becomes more damaged due to sun exposure, the skin
under our eyes becomes thinner and more wrinkled, which
allows the veins in this fatty padded area under the eye to
appear more prominent. These veins also become more swollen
and obvious in people with allergies. Similarly, people
with a history of eczema, hay fever or asthma often develop
dark circles. With a lack of sleep they become more. In
some people with dark skin, circles under the eye may
actually be due to superficial pigmentation of the skin and
not the underlying veins.

The best treatment for this delicate area is a rich, creamy
moisturizing formulation that absorbs easily into the
delicate eye area creating a barrier against moisture loss.
Because the skin around the eyes contains no oil glands -
aging occurs rapidly.

I would suggest using an advanced anti-aging serum or
cream. This promotes collagen formation, thereby
increasing capillary blood circulation, retard capillary
leakage, reduce melanin production, and speed the
reabsorption of fluids back into the body to reduce
swelling in the vulnerable eye area. Ideally it would
work immediately to help bright and firm the skin,
minimizing the signs of stress, fatigue and aging.

Top-line products contain peptides that help alleviate the
appearance of under eye circles, reduce the appearance of
fine lines and wrinkles, and aloe to help soothe the skin.
Some creams have an effective combination of proven
ingredients like vitamin C, vitamin K, Kojic Acid, and
plant extracts which combat both superficial and underlying
causes of sub-orbital hyperpigmentation (dark under eye
circles).