Under-eye dark circles,
treated gently.
The skin under your eyes is some of the thinnest on your body, so it needs a careful approach. The first step is figuring out why your circles are dark, because pigment, shadows and blood vessels are each treated differently.
Under-eye dark circles can come from extra pigment, thin skin showing blood vessels, hollows that cast shadows, or puffiness. Pigment-related circles, called periorbital hyperpigmentation, are more common in darker skin. PSRx identifies the cause first, then uses gentle options suited to the delicate eye area. Most dark circles improve gradually, and some causes need a different treatment.
Why your circles
look dark.
Dark circles usually come from one or more of these causes. Knowing which you have decides the plan.
Many people have a mix of causes, so we look at all of them before recommending anything.
Who it's for —
and who it isn’t.
Your provider confirms what's right for you at your consultation.
We look closely
before we treat.
Under-eye darkness has several causes, so we confirm yours before treatment.
Delicate skin,
careful treatment.
Under-eye pigmentation is more common in darker skin, and the thin skin there reacts quickly to irritation. PSRx is an industry leader in pigment-safe care for Fitzpatrick IV–VI, and we treat this area conservatively.
- ✦We identify the cause first, because pigment and shadows need different care.
- ✦Treatments for this area are chosen to be gentle on thin skin.
- ✦Plans avoid irritation that can make pigment darker.
- ✦Our team trains other providers in pigment-safe care for darker skin.
Gentle options
for the eye area.
Your plan depends on what's causing your circles. Which treatments are right for you is decided at your consultation, after your provider examines your skin.
From consultation
to lasting results.
Under-Eye Pigmentation FAQ.
What causes dark circles under the eyes?
Dark circles can come from extra pigment, thin skin showing blood vessels, hollows that cast shadows, or puffiness. Genetics, allergies, rubbing, sun and aging all play a part. Many people have more than one cause, which is why we identify yours before treating.
Can dark circles on dark skin be treated?
Yes, dark circles from extra pigment, which are common in darker skin, can often be lightened with gentle, consistent care. Because the skin is thin, treatment has to avoid irritation that could make pigment worse. PSRx plans under-eye care conservatively for your skin type.
Do eye creams work for dark circles?
Eye creams can help some dark circles, especially mild pigment, when they contain the right ingredients and are used consistently. They won't fix shadows from hollows or visible blood vessels. Your provider will tell you what's likely to help based on your cause.
Can fillers fix dark circles?
Fillers can help when dark circles come from a hollow that casts a shadow, by restoring volume under the eye. They don't treat pigment. That's why we figure out the cause first, so you only get filler if volume is really the problem.
Will my dark circles come back after treatment?
They can. Dark circles often improve with the right treatment, but genetic pigment, allergies and aging can bring them back or mean they need ongoing care. Sun protection, gentle home care and avoiding rubbing help keep results. We set realistic expectations at consultation based on your cause.
When should dark circles be checked by a doctor?
See a physician if dark circles appear suddenly, come with swelling, pain or other symptoms, or affect only one side. These can point to allergies or medical issues that need attention first. PSRx screens for these signs and refers you when needed.
right diagnosis.
Book a consultation at our South Loop clinic, or take the free 60-second Skin Assessment and our clinical team will build your personalized skin summary.