Product watch: Cures for dark or puffy eyes

Do you wake up with dark or puffy under eyes, no matter how much you sleep? Rachel Marie Walsh looks at causes and cures.

Sun Damage

Shielding your eye area from the sun is important for both dark circle and puff prevention. UV damage is the primary cause of skin aging. Sun-damaged under-eyes are prone to puffiness as it is quicker to lose elasticity, which in turn allows more fluid to accumulate in the area. An extensive 2012 study by the All India Institute of Medical Sciences shows that sun exposure risks the overproduction of melanin, which can worsen dark circles.