Why We Get Dark Circles and How to Get Rid of Them

2. Get enough sleep.

When we don’t get enough sleep, our skin looks paler, making the dark circles under our eyes stand out more. Because the skin under our eyes is so thin and blood vessels are always getting bigger, it’s easy to get dark when we’re tired. Adults need at least 7 to 9 hours of sleep a night to keep their faces looking fresh and young.