What Are Common Eye Concerns?

The skin around the eyes is thinner and more fragile than the rest of the face. It contains fewer oil glands and is more prone to fluid retention, making it more vulnerable to:

• Puffiness or under-eye bags
• Dark circles
• Fine lines or crow’s feet
• Dryness or dullness
• Sagging eyelids or under-eye skin
• Loss of collagen and elasticity

These concerns may appear gradually or be worsened by lack of sleep, stress, frequent eye rubbing or sun exposure.

Types of Eye Concerns

Eye-related skin issues often fall into the following categories:

• Eye bags: Puffiness due to fat or fluid retention
• Dark circles: Brown, blue or purple discolouration under the eyes
• Fine lines: Early-stage wrinkles around the outer corners or under-eye area
• Crepey texture: Thin, loose skin with visible lines
• Droopy eyelids: Mild skin laxity around the upper eyelid
• Tired appearance: A combination of dullness, puffiness and hyperpigmentation
• Tear trough deformity: A hollow or sunken look between the lower eyelid and upper cheek, often casting a shadow

What Causes Eye Concerns?

Eye area changes are often caused by a mix of factors, including:

• Ageing: Collagen and elastin loss affects firmness
• Sleep habits: Lack of rest or sleeping on one side
• Genetics: Hereditary factors may influence eye bags or circles
• Sun damage: UV exposure weakens thin eye skin
• Allergies or eye rubbing: May trigger inflammation and darkening
• Dehydration: Can accentuate fine lines or dullness