dark circles are often due to the presence of a vascular plexus located just under the eyes. the skin there is very translucent. so it can result in the appearance of a bluish tint under the eyes. most patients respond to topical retinoids (vitamin a derivative cream) which can help thicken the stratum corneum and minimize the translucency of the skin under your eyes. because the skin there is so thin it is wise to start treatment with a gentle retinoid such as an over-the-counter retinol first.
how can i remove -- or at least minimize -- the dark circles around my eyes?