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How do I combat the dark circles under my eyes?

By Daniel Billett, About.com

Question: How do I combat the dark circles under my eyes?
Answer: Dark circles under the eyes making you look like a raccoon? Well, dark circles under the eyes, which are actually broken blood vessels under the skin, are caused by several things. Most of the time it is an issue of heredity. Other causes are booze, cigarettes, and caffeinated drinks. But it can still be contained with topical products. One of my favorites is vitamin K cream (such as DDF Nutrient K Plus--Buy direct) and there are other creams that contain caffeine (such as ZIRH Restore Herbal Eye Cream--Buy Direct) that are also effective. So if you have tried everything then it could very well be an iron deficiency, in which case you would want to see a doctor.

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