Insufficient sleep can cause blood vessels under the eyes to dilate, leading to a dark, puffy appearance.
Family history can predispose individuals to dark circles due to inherited traits like thin skin or more prominent blood vessels.
Not drinking enough water can cause the skin to look dull and the eyes to appear sunken, enhancing dark circles.
Excessive sun exposure increases melanin production, causing pigmentation and darkening the skin under the eyes.
Smoking accelerates aging and reduces blood flow, causing skin discoloration and dark circles under the eyes.
Chronic stress affects blood circulation and can exacerbate the appearance of dark circles by causing fatigue and lack of sleep.
Alcohol dehydrates the body and dilates blood vessels, leading to puffy eyes and darker under-eye circles.
A diet lacking in essential nutrients can affect skin health, making under-eye circles more prominent.