In addition to dark circles, the skin around the eyes can also become dry. Most commonly, this occurs in the context of atopic dermatitis (neurodermatitis) as atopic eczema. Generally speaking, the skin around the eyes should receive specialized care when performing a daily skincare ritual.
For this purpose, there are special eye creams that work against the formation of dark circles and swelling. A special ingredient in these creams is purslane (Portulaca oleracea), a medicinal plant with wide-ranging effects.
In one study, researchers were able to demonstrate that a 28-day skincare regimen with a cream containing purslane, among other ingredients, led to a statistically significant improvement in skin moisturization, as well as a reduction in redness and dryness (2).