Dark undereye bags- what to do about it?

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I've just turned 49 and I have realised in the last few months I look like I've a black eye if I don't wear make up. Its most prominent on my right eye, properly looks like I've been punched.
What can I do, cream wise or do I just need to use more make up?
If so what?

No idea but Placemarking as I have bags too! No amount of sleep or creams change them

Get your iron levels checked!

Hi OP. The dark circles you're describing sound like they could be a combination of things that happen with age, like fat pad repositioning under the eyes, thinning skin that shows blood vessels more prominently, or hyperpigmentation from sun damage or hormonal changes. Creams can help to some extent, especially ones with ingredients like caffeine to temporarily constrict blood vessels, niacinamide to brighten pigmentation over time, or peptides and retinoids to thicken the skin and improve circulation. But if the darkness is structural, like hollowing or shadowing from volume loss, topical products won't do much and makeup or potentially filler would be more effective solutions. For makeup, I'd focus on a color-correcting concealer rather than just piling on more coverage. If the darkness has purple or blue tones, a peach or orange color corrector applied first under your regular concealer will neutralize it much better than just layering more beige concealer. Use a creamy, hydrating concealer rather than anything too dry or matte. A light-reflecting or slightly luminous finish also helps reduce the appearance of shadowing. If it's really bothering you and topicals and makeup aren't cutting it, it might be worth consulting a doctor to see if there's an underlying cause. Hope this helps!