The blue light emitted by computers, smartphones, tablets, televisions, and other electronics is very harmful for your eyes
In the era of computers and smartphones, it is hard to imagine a task that hasn’t been made easier by some sort of technology. You all may know how harmful the blue light emitted by computers, smartphones, tablets, televisions, and other electronics is for your eyes. Since the inception of the pandemic, the use of these electronic devices has increased, and we all know it can have multiple undesirable effects on the eye.
Dark circles are formed mostly due to the reflection of the dark maroon underlying orbicularis oculi, a circular muscle around our eye. The dark pigmentation gives you an exhausted look which makes you seem sick or sleep-deprived. The skin around the eye is the thinnest, results in reflection of the said dark maroon underlying orbicularis oculi. The artificial light from the screen of your electronic devices causes a lot of drying, as it steals the moisture from the skin and also causes a breakdown of collagen.
Here are some ways you can deal with dark circles:
1. Under-eye routine: Moisturise regularly
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It is essential for you to follow a proper skincare regimen. Use a moisturiser rich in vitamins especially C,E, and K and massage it gently in clockwise and anticlockwise gentle circular movements around your eye. It basically provides intense hydration, nourishes and protects the thin skin around the eye
2. Under-eye routine: under-eye cream
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Apply under-eye cream 40 minutes before going to bed.
3. Under-eye routine: Green tea bags
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Green tea is effective for a variety of skin ailments. Green tea bags can also help to shrink the blood vessels that will lessen dark circles.
4. Under-eye routine: Sleep
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An optimum amount of sleep is important for any human being. Catching up on sleep can also help reduce the appearance of dark circles.
5. Under-eye routine: Keep screen at a distance
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You shouldn’t be using your screen very closely. Keep your eyes an arm’s distance away from the screen.
6. Under-eye routine: minimise screen glare
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You can try to reduce overhead lighting to minimize screen glare.
7. Under-eye routine: Take breaks
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Taking frequent breaks while using digital devices is not only a breather for your eyes but also your body and brain.
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