Main cause of pigmentation is sunlight,post inflammatory hyperpigmentation(following acne ,injuries) or it can be a sequelae of few medical illness.Treatment is either by medicines,chemical peels or lasers

Under eye dark circles

Dark circles under the eyes are most often caused by allergies, illness, lack of sleep, anemia ,medications, fatigue or heredity. Dark circles make you look older, tired, stressed, sick, depressed and just plain bad.

The appropriate treatment for dark circles under the eyes will of course depend on the cause. As there may be several factors involved a combination approach may be necessary. Avoidance of aggravating lifestyle factors is also important. Treatment options for dark circles include:

• Peels
• Laser treatments
• Skin creams containing Hydroquinone ,Retinol, Vit C serum etc