Hi, I have severe dark circles. I have tried retinol but it did not have much effect. My mother also has this problem but mine is more prominent. I do a computer job which worsens the situation. The dark circles are brown in color. Which tests should I undergo before taking any vitamin supplements?

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Dr Yusuf Mohammad

General Practitioner

MBBS
8+ Yrs

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Dark brown under eye circles may be due to screen fatigue, hereditary causes or vitamin deficiencies. Get tested before starting supplements. Use screen breaks and eye creams. Consider getting a few tests done Vitamin B12, Vitamin D, Iron studies.

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Take a Vitamin B12 Test Test or Take a Vitamin D Test Test

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Answered 17/09/2025

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