Solutions To Eradicate Dark Circles.
How does it feel, when our face is fair, neat, without any dark spots, pimples but only the dark circles under your eyes are highlighted. They show the sign of ill-health. Due to this many of them opt for concealers or makeup to hide them. Yes, there are natural remedies, which can be cured, but it’s not cured within a day or week, it takes time.
Why does dark circles forms ?
Dark circles are formed due to.
- Bad health.
- Vitamin deficiency.
- Lack of proper diet.
- Stress levels.
- Tired and exhausted.
- Lack of sleep.
- Hormonal changes.
- Lack of intake of water.
- Prolonged computer hours and watching T.V.
- Improper removal of eye make up.
Precautions to avoid dark circles.
Drink lots of water :
Drink at least 8-12 glasses of water, so that your body detoxifies and skin hydrates
Meditation or yoga :
In this busy world, stress is also one of the factors for dark circles. Meditate and do yoga for de-stress , making the body and brain calm and relaxed.
Sleep at least 8 hours :
Have a good night sleep of at least for 6-8 hours. Lack of sleep is one of the main factors for dark.
Circles Healthy food :
Fresh veggies and leafy veggies, fish, chicken, eggs, dry fruits, fruits like papaya, citrus fruits like orange, lemon, lime has to be taken in an extensive level.
Remedies for dark circles
Massage with oil :
- Take equal quantities of coconut oil and almond oil.
- Massage in circular motion around the eyes and leave about an hour.
Note : Massaging is generally preferable at night times.
Potato :
- Raw grated potato or potato slices are the best dark circles remover.
- Place the slice of potatoes on your eyes and leave for 20 mins to rest.
- Changes can be visible.
Herbal tea bags :
- Now and then, the usage of green tea and herbal tea has increased.
- what we do after using tea bag? generally throw them in dust bin, but instead of that why don’t you refrigerate it.
- These used tea bags are refrigerated and placed on the eyes.
- These are very useful for removing dark circles.
Tomatoes :
No doubt tomatoes are a great toner and a medicine to skin and health as well, but works well on dark circles also.
- Take 1 tsp of tomato juice and lemon juice.
- Gently massage under eyes and leave it for 20 mins.
- This process can be done thrice in a week.
Milk :
- Milk is a toner, a skin whitener and more, but milk works on dark circles.
- Take some milk, dip cotton pads, let the cotton pad soak the milk.
- Now place cotton on your eyes and rest for 20 mins.
- Wash with cold water.
Almond oil :
The best and the quickest way of removing dark circles is the almond oil. Almond oil contains vitamin E, which works on dark circles effectively.
- Take almond oil and with help of your fingertips, gently massage under the eyes.
- Leave it overnight.
- Next day wash with lukewarm water.
- Certain change can be seen in a week.
Cucumber :
In every saloon, spa, beauty parlour, we tend to see cucumber is placed on eyes after facial. Cucumber soothes and calms down the temperature of eyes, removing dirt and thus lowering the dark circles .
- Take 2 slices of cucumber.
- Refrigerate it for 30 mins before use.
- Place it on your eyes for 10 mins.
- Your eyes are refreshed and also a big relief from headache.
Mint leaves :
Mint is good for teeth, skin, good breath, digestion, as well. Mint can be treated for dark circles.
- Take fresh mint leaves and make them paste with water.
- Apply the paste under eye and rest it for 15 mins.
- Wash with cold water.
Turmeric with buttermilk :
- Take buttermilk and add pinch of turmeric.
- Apply the paste under your eyes and leave it for 15 mins.
- Wash off with lukewarm water.
Rose water :
Rose water is known for beautiful and blushing skin.
- Rose water can also be applied under eyes.
- Soak cotton balls in rose water and place it on dark circles for 15 mins.
- Wash with lukewarm water.
Castor oil :
The omega 3 fatty acids and antioxidants in castor oil tries to shrink the blood vessels and helps in blood circulation, thus removing dark circles.
- Take castor oil and massage it gently under eyes with finger tips.
- Leave it overnight.
- Wash with lukewarm water.
Jojoba oil :
Jojoba oil has skin rejuvenating properties which hydrates the skin, improves blood circulation and changes the color of under eye skin.
- Gently massage oil with your fingertips for 2 mins.
- Leave it overnight .
- Wash with warm water.
Black seed oil :
Black seed/kalonji oil contains anti-inflammatory and anti-oxidant properties, which works on dark circles.
- Take oil and mix with honey.
- Massage it on the areas for 10 mins.
- Wash off with lukewarm water.
Lemon juice :
- Dab a cotton in lemon juice and apply lightly on the affected areas.
- Leave it for 10 mins and wash with warm water.
- Lemon detoxifies the skin, rejuvenates and brightens the skin.
Saffron :
Saffron contains anti-oxidants and anti-inflammatory compounds which enhances skin complexion.
- Take 1/4 cup of milk and add 2 strands of saffron in it.
- Now dab a cotton ball and let it soak.
- Apply it under eyes and all over the face, leave it for 15 mins.
- Wash with cool water.
