Your black eye is shiny because of the swelling and fluid accumulation under the thin, loose skin around your eye, which can cause the discolored skin to develop a shiny appearance. This is a common characteristic of a black eye, also known as a "shiner."
Here's a breakdown:
- The skin around the eye is naturally thin and loose.
- When injured, this area is prone to bruising, swelling, and fluid buildup.
- This accumulation of fluid beneath the skin stretches it, making it appear shiny.
- The discoloration combined with the shiny surface is what gives a black eye its characteristic look.
Therefore, the shininess is a direct result of the trauma and the body's natural response to that trauma in the delicate tissue surrounding the eye.
