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Dark Eye Circles

Dark Eye Circle

Do you know that your eyes show the first sign of ageing? If you suffer from dark eye circles, you know how frustrating they can be. Not only are they unsightly, but they can also make you look older and more tired than you actually are.

What are dark eye circles?

Dark eye circles under the eyelids are a common presenting complaint in Singapore. However, some may confuse the presence of an eye bag with dark eye circles. That is not to say that a patient may present with both eye bag and dark eye circles, compounding the problem. The degree of discolouration in dark eye circles may look purple, blue, dark brown, or black depending on skin colour and also lighting. Though they do not indicate serious health problems, people wish to get rid of them because dark eye circles make people feel they look older, tired, and sickly.

What causes dark eye circles?

1. Hyperpigmentation

Hyperpigmentation caused by increased production of melanin in the eyelids is one of the causes that may lead to darkening of the lower eyelids. Though it can happen to anyone, there are some risk factors for having dark circles under the eyes such as:

  • Allergies – individuals who suffer from allergies like atopic eczema, or allergic rhinitis. Some individuals can also suffer from dermatitis of the eyelids leading to hyperpigmentation from repeated inflammation of the eyelid skin.
  • Thin lower eyelid skin – the eyelid is a very thin structure with very thin epidermis and dermis. This makes the underlying muscle (orbicularis oculi muscle) visible in some individuals. A visible cascade of veins overlying the muscle also contributes to discolouration when light is reflected.
  • Genetics – Individuals with an under eyelid fold, called a ‘Dennie–Morgan’ fold can sometimes also present with dark eye rings.

2. Fatigue

Oversleeping, extreme fatigue, or always staying up past your normal bedtime can cause your skin to become dull and pale. This is a hormonal reaction to stress on the body when the adrenal gland copes by secreting corticosteroids. This may stimulate the melanocytes to make excess pigmentation that pigment the eyelid skin leading to dark eye rings.

3. Eye Strain

Staring at your computer screens, televisions, and mobile devices can cause significant strain in the eyes.

4 Dehydration

When the body does not have a proper amount of water, the skin beneath the eyes look dull and the eyes appear to sunken because of the close proximity of the underlying bone. This resulting light shadowing may give the impression of dark eye rings.

5. Sun overexposure

This can trigger the body to produce melanin, the pigment that gives colour to the skin. Too much sun exposure can cause darkness, especially around the eye area.

Available Dark Eye Circles Treatments in Singapore

There are a number of non-invasive medical-grade treatments available for patients who suffer from dark eye circles. These include:

  • PDRN Healer I (Eye)
  • Cambridge Non-surgical Eyebag Removal
  • Cambridge Care Laser Treatment for Pigmentations
  • Under Eye Fillers

If you are concerned about the appearance of your eyes, drop us an enquiry to find out which treatment is right for you.

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PDRN Healer I (Eye)

What is PDRN Healer I (Eye)?

PDRN Healer I (Eye) consists of Polynucleotides (PN), a newer and more concentrated type of PDRN, with anti-inflammatory and tissue repair-stimulating agents, and DNA Polymers for long-lasting skin healing and collagen stimulation. PDRN Healer I (Eye) is a smoother formula compared to the PDRN Healer Skinboosters, and is specially formulated for the thinner delicate skin around the eyes.

How is the procedure carried out?

Prior to the procedure, topical numbing cream will be applied to make the process comfortable and painless. PDRN Healer I (Eye) will then be delivered into the undereye via precise micro injections.

This has anti-inflammatory effects through the clearing of free radicals and blockage of inflammatory cytokines in the body which reduces puffiness in the eyes and improves the appearance of dark circles.

Read more about PDRN Healer Injectibles

What are the benefits of PDRN Healer?

  • Anti-ageing benefits
  • Also treats crow’s feet and fine wrinkles around the eyes
  • Excellent skin regeneration effects
  • Improved skin texture
  • Proven for safety with no adverse reactions
  • Quick visible results

20 minutes

Minimal pain and discomfort

  • Non-surgical and minimally invasive
  • Safe with no adverse reactions
  • Improves oil balance and reduces sebum production
  • Encourages collagen production
  • Anti-ageing
  • Improves hydration levels
  • Quick and visible results
  • Promotes skin healing
  • No post-procedure scarring
  • Improves skin texture

No downtime but the patient may experience slight swelling for the first 24 hours


For dark eye circles with eyebags:

Cambridge Non-surgical Eyebag Removal

How are Dark Eye Circles with Eyebags removed at Cambridge Medical?

In the pursuit of addressing this concern, many methods - both natural and medically prescribed- are being tried by people. One popular procedure for dark eye circle removal is being done at Cambridge Medical Group. Our signature service is the non-surgical eye bag removal treatment called Cambridge Non-surgical Eyebag Removal.

What is Cambridge Non-surgical Eyebag Removal?

This method is efficient in reducing eye wrinkles and dark eye circles - with the advantage of not undergoing any surgery. This procedure is considered “scarless” since it has no risk of leaving scars behind.

How is Cambridge Non-surgical Eyebag Removal procedure done?

The microneedling procedure is administered with the use of topical anaesthesia which is applied before the procedure is performed. Cambridge Non-surgical Eyebag Removal makes use of a “micro-needle” best described to be as fine as mosquito sting. This micro-needle emits a radiofrequency that can accurately target the fats needed to be removed between the skin of the under-eye lid. The procedure can be done in under 20 minutes.

Read more about Cambridge Non-surgical Eyebag Remova

20 minutes

No pain and minimal discomfort

  • Non-surgical and minimally invasive
  • No post-procedure scarring
  • Firms and tightens loose skin in lower eyelids
  • Safe and effective
  • Promotes collagen production
  • Eliminates dark circles around the eyes
  • Eliminates eyebags

1 week


Cambridge PICO Laser Treatment for Pigmentations

What is Cambridge PICO Laser Treatment for Pigmentations?

The PICO Laser is a fast (450 picoseconds) high energy laser. This works by directing laser energy into the skin which is absorbed by the pigments. It effectively shatters the pigments into smaller fragments. This damage to the pigmentation triggers the body's immune response and begins the removal of these broken pigments. This will help reduce the intensity of dark circles.

How is the Cambridge PICO Laser Treatment for Pigmentations?

The laser emits the shots of lasers at the targeted area. This is done at a significantly faster pace generating a photoacoustic shock wave that will shatter pigments into minute fragments with expert accuracy. This will help reduce the intensity of dark circles.

Read more about Cambridge Care Laser Treatment for Pigmentations

5 - 7 minutes

Painless and comfortable

  • Non-surgical and minimally invasive
  • No post-procedure scarring
  • Quick and precise
  • Safe and effective
  • Eliminates dark circles around the eyes
  • Encourages skin repair

No downtime


Dr Shirley Kwee

Somerset

Address

321 Orchard Road #07-04/07
Orchard Shopping Centre
Singapore 238866

Operating Hours

Mon to Fri: 10am - 7.30pm
Sat: 10am - 3pm
Sun & PH: Closed


Dr Lee Mun Heng

Ngee Ann City

Address

391B Orchard Road #08-05A1
Ngee Ann City Tower B
Singapore 238874

Operating Hours

Mon to Wed, and Fri: 10am - 7pm
Thurs: 10am - 8pm
Sat: 10am - 3pm
Sun & PH: Closed

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