11 Eye Creams That Treat Dark Circles and Puffiness, According to the Experts

Dark circles happen to virtually everyone, but they occur for many reasons. Los Angeles-based board-certified dermatologist Dr. Onyeka Obioha notes that the main culprits are genetics, aging ("The loss of the deep fat under the eye causes the blood vessels under the skin to look more apparent, which in turn creates a shadow or darkness," she says), and chronic rubbing and irritation from allergies or eczema.

Those with darker, deeper skin types should should look for an eye cream that targets pigment, notes Dr. Obioha. She likes Alastin's Restorative Eye Treatment; it contains tetrapeptide, an antioxidant that will inhibit pigment and stop dark circles from forming, she shares.

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