Dryness under the eyes is very common, especially if you spend long hours in front of a laptop, sleep less, or stay in air-conditioned rooms. The skin in this area is the thinnest on the face, so it loses moisture easily and shows dark circles more quickly. To improve this, start using a gentle under-eye moisturiser twice daily. Products containing hyaluronic acid, ceramides, or
vitamin E work very well to restore hydration. You can also apply plain Vaseline or Aloe vera gel at night to lock in moisture. Avoid rubbing the eyes and reduce screen time when possible. Follow the 20-20-20 rule ,every 20 minutes, look 20 feet away for 20 seconds.
If the dryness is persistent, itchy, or causing flaking, it may be mild dermatitis, and a short course of a low-strength under-eye safe cream like 0.5 percent hydrocortisone (for 3 to 5 days only) can help -but this should be used with guidance. If symptoms don’t improve in a week or worsen, an in-person consultation is important to rule out allergies, eczema, or nutritional deficiencies.