Dark circles are a familiar problem to almost everyone. There are dozens of reasons why they appear, but there are also many ways to get rid of this annoyance. Consult with a specialist in healthy eating and sleep, using natural face masks and compresses, and other solutions for all tastes.
We have found 9 simple remedies for you that will help make your eyes look bright and shiny.
9. Rosewater
Rose water hydrates and nourishes the skin, helps eliminate swelling, redness, and itchiness, and has a whitening and rejuvenating effect.
You can easily buy it from a store or pharmacy, but if for some reason you can’t find it, you can make your own rose water at home.
You will need to:
- fresh petals of 1 rose
- 1 cup of hot water
How to do that:
- Wash the rose petals and place them in a small saucepan.
- Pour into a glass of hot water and cool. Then drain everything into a sanitized container.
- It is best to keep homemade rose water in the refrigerator, but not for more than a week.
How to use it:
- Dampen two cotton pads with rose water.
- Apply them to the area under the eyes and leave for 15 minutes. Repeat the process every morning and night until you are satisfied with the result.
8. Sweet almond oil
Almond oil tightens the skin around the eyes and, if used regularly, helps remove puffiness and dark circles.
How to use it:
- Apply 2-3 drops of the oil with light massaging movements every night before bed, and you will see results in a week.
7. Potato juice
Potatoes contain natural bleaching components and vitamin C.
How to do that:
- Grate the raw potato and squeeze the juice.
How to use it:
- Moisten the cotton ball in potato juice, apply it to the eyes, and leave for 10 minutes. Then wash your face.
- You can finish the process by massaging your eyes with a drop of olive or peach oil. Use this remedy every day for 2 weeks.
6. Cucumber compress
Cucumber contains many antioxidants and has a lightening effect.
How to do that:
- Cut the cucumber into thick slices and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
How to use it:
- Take the cucumber circles out of the refrigerator and apply them to the eyes. Make sure all problem areas are covered.
- Leave it on for 10-15 minutes, then wash your face with cold water. Repeat the process every day for a week.
5. Tea compress
Tea is rich in caffeine, tannins, and antioxidants, making it a great remedy for dark circles and puffiness.
How to use it:
- Make a cup of green or black tea, wait for it to cool, place the cotton in the cup, and apply them to the eyes. You can also use tea bags.
- Leave the compress for 10-15 minutes. Apply it every day for a week and you will notice a significant improvement.
4. Milk and bread mask
Milk tones, hydrates, and clarifies the skin. Bread contains yeast, rich in vitamin B, which soothes the skin and neutralizes breakouts.
How to do that:
- Make a paste of white bread and milk
How to use it:
- Apply the mask, but make sure the layer is not too thick. Leave on for 10-15 minutes and remove. If you do this mask regularly, the dark circles will disappear soon.
3. Tomato juice
Tomatoes contain lycopene, an antioxidant that strengthens the capillary walls.
How to use it:
- Apply tomato juice to the problem areas and leave it for 10 minutes.
- Wash your face with cold water.
- Apply every day for 2 weeks and you will see the results.
2. Massage and exercises
These methods will not only help you get rid of dark circles, but they will also have a good effect on your vision.
Start with a massage:
- Using your fingertips, massage the area under the eyes in light movements for 2-3 minutes. Move from the temples to the bridge of the nose along the lower eyelid. To avoid excessive pressure on the eyeball, do not massage the upper eyelid.
- After the massage, it is advisable to apply eye cream. Make sure your movements don’t stretch the skin.
Now you can start the exercises:
- Close your eyes. Use your index fingers to pin the skin to the outer corners of your eyes to prevent wrinkles.
- Close your eyes tightly for 6 seconds and then relax your eyelids. Repeat at least 10 times.
1. Herbal ice cubes
Ice has a great effect on the skin: it makes it more elastic, smoothes wrinkles and reduces puffiness. If you freeze a potion made with medicinal herbs, this remedy will be even more effective.
You will need to:
- sage leaves
- cornflowers and chamomile flowers
- parsley (fresh or dried)
How to do that:
- Take one teaspoon of each herb for every 200 ml (6.76 ounces) of water.
- Pour boiling water and let it steep for about 2 hours.
- Cool, then pour into ice cubes and place in the freezer.
How to use it:
- Every morning, rub the areas around the eyes with an ice cube for 30 seconds.
- Repeat the process for 2 weeks and you will notice how healthy your eyes look.
