The Dark Circle Fix: Dr Ahmed’s Guide to Brighter Eyes
If tired-looking eyes are the first thing you notice in the mirror – even after a full night’s sleep – you’re not imagining it. Dark under-eye circles are one of the most common eye concerns Dr Ahmed sees in clinic, and they’re not just caused by fatigue. From genetics to volume loss, pigmentation to poor blood flow, those pesky dark shadows are complex. The good news? There’s a fix.
At The Aesthetics Doctor, we take a multi-layered approach to treating dark circles – using injectable treatments, skin-boosting lasers, and regenerative processes to brighten, plump, and restore the under-eye area. No concealer required.
What Causes Dark Circles?
Dark circles aren’t one-size-fits-all. They can stem from a range of causes – and the best results come from pinpointing exactly what’s driving them. Some of the most common factors include:
- Thinner skin: Making blood vessels more visible
- Pigmentation: From genetics, sun exposure, or skin conditions like melasma causing dark spots
- Volume loss: Creating eye hollows and shadowing in the tear trough
- Poor circulation: Leading to a bluish or purplish tint and appearance of puffiness
- Lifestyle factors: Like dehydrated skin, lack of sleep, disrupted sleep cycle, or stress
Understanding your type of dark eye circles is key to choosing the right dark circle treatments.
Types of Dark Circles We Treat
Dr Ahmed uses an expert eye to assess your under-eye area during the initial consultation and determine the cause:
• Pigmented Circles: Brown-toned discolouration from melanin and uneven skin tone
• Vascular Circles: Blue or purple tones from visible blood vessels and delicate skin
• Structural Circles: Hollowing or volume loss creating shadowing and skin laxity
• Mixed Circles: A combination of pigmentation, vascular factors, and volume loss
Once we know what we’re working with, we’ll build your bespoke circle under eye treatment plan.
Which Treatment Is Right for You?
Here’s a simple breakdown:
Pigmented circles → Best treated with chemical peels, topical active ingredients, or laser
Vascular circles → Respond well to PRP, microneedling or cold water compresses
Structural circles → Treated with traditional fillers or polynucleotide injections
Mixed types → Often need a holistic approach for gradual improvements
Every dark circle eye treatment is tailored to your skin type, medical history, and skin concerns. Our medical practitioners ensure safe and effective results with minimal risk of allergic reactions or complications at injection sites.
The Aesthetics Doctor Approach: What Works
Tear Trough Filler
Hyaluronic acid fillers restore volume in the tear trough, smoothing out hollowing and softening shadows. This is one of the most effective and popular treatments for structural dark circles and offers immediate results with minimal downtime and improved skin elasticity.
Polynucleotides
Dr Ahmed loves using Polynucleotide treatment to regenerate delicate skin under the eyes. These powerful injectables support collagen production, enhance elastin production, and promote skin regeneration – while improving skin firmness and skin hydration. The anti-inflammatory properties also help reduce puffy eyelids and itchy skin caused by fluid retention.
Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP)
Also known as the “vampire facial” but tailored for the eyes, PRP uses your body’s own regenerative building blocks to improve skin tone, skin texture, and blood flow. Perfect for vascular dark circles, crepey skin, and fine lines.
Laser Treatments
Laser skin treatment can reduce pigmentation, stimulate collagen, and firm the skin – making them ideal for pigmented circles and ageing concerns. Alma Harmony ClearLift and ClearSkin are innovative treatment options we use regularly for non-invasive eye rejuvenation.
Microneedling & Skin Boosters
Both treatments enhance cellular level repair, circulation, and skin rejuvenation. They’re particularly useful for dull skin, poor skin quality, and darker skin tones prone to hyperpigmentation.
Can Skincare Help?
Absolutely – but only to a point. A strong skincare routine works best when paired with targeted aesthetic treatments. That said, these skincare ingredients support and maintain a brighter under-eye area:
Vitamin C – Brightens dark spots and boosts collagen production
Retinol – Helps with skin texture and loss of skin elasticity
Caffeine – Reduces puffiness and fluid retention
Hyaluronic Acid – Keeps skin hydrated and improves supple appearance
SPF – Protects against pigmentation and prevents skin ageing
Lifestyle Changes That Support Results
Small tweaks, big difference:
• Prioritise hours of sleep and maintain a healthy sleep cycle
• Stay hydrated to support skin health
• Use cold water or compresses to reduce excess skin swelling
• Avoid rubbing delicate eyelid skin
• Minimise stress to support skin rejuvenation
Brighter Eyes Start Here
Dark circles don’t have to be permanent. Whether they’re genetic, lifestyle-related, or caused by medical conditions like allergies or thinning skin, effective dark circles treatment is available – and at The Aesthetics Doctor, we’ll guide you to what works.
Ready to refresh your under-eye area with expert precision and visible improvement in skin quality? Book your initial consultation with Dr Ahmed today and discover a personalised path to vibrant skin and youthful appearance.
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