Even though we firmly believe dark under-eye circles are not the devil, they’re a big deal for women across the board. But the truth is, there isn’t a one-size-fits-all solution for dark eye circles. In some cases, your genetics will overrule even the best under eye cream.

Since there are plenty of myths about dark circles under eyes, we asked two dermatologists to weigh in on the ins and outs of dark circles, including what really causes them.