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Lets be honest: Waking up with dark circles is, well, not ideal.

And yet its something that many people experience each and every morning.

Understanding each is the key to getting rid of them once and for all.

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What Is the Main Reason of Dark Circles Around the Eyes?

This is one of the most common causes of dark circles.

You’re Dehydrated

Loss of volume doesntonlyhappen with age, though.

Remember, water makes up about 60% of the human body, Dr. Rubin says.

You’re Not Getting Enough Sleep

Heres another fairly well-known cause of dark under-eye circles.

And, unlike the age-related loss of volume, this can happen to anyone seriouslylacking sleep.

You’re Straining Your Eyes

Straining your eyes doesnt only hurt your vision.

According to dermatologist Alan Parks, MD, it can impact your under-eye appearance, too.

According to Dr. Rabach, vitamin B12 or iron deficiency can cause dark circles.