Dark circles are the most common problem of everyone. Whether you are men or women it is a nightmare for everyone as much as you want to avoid them. There can be many reasons from stress, lack of sleep, hormonal changes to a disturbed lifestyle, for dark circles to appear under your eyes. Dark circles make you look older than you are. But don't worry everyone will have them at some point in life. But it doesn't mean that they can't be treated. Many people are going to the spas and saloons spend a lot of money on chemical-laden products and eye-repair creams. With some healthy habits and home remedies, you can treat dark circles. Since the skin around the eyes is so sensitive it's better to choose natural remedies rather than chemical-based products to treat these problems.
So here is a list of cheap and easy to available home remedies you can try to get rid of dark circles.
1. Tomatoes
Tomatoes have natural bleaching agents. Tomatoes are also high in lycopene which is excellent for your cardiovascular health, vision, and your skin. They also contain antioxidants which can help to decrease the appearance of dark under-eye circles. To use this mix a teaspoon of tomato juice with a spoon of lemon juice and then use a cotton ball to apply it to your under-eye area. Let it remain for 10 minutes and then wash with cold water. You can also consume tomato juice mixed with some lemon juice and mint leaves to get rid of dark circles.
2. Cucumber
We've all seen experts covering their eyes with the slice of cucumber as a part of their skincare routine. But we didn't know the reason behind that. Cucumber is the best and most refreshing way to treat swollen eyes and have skin-lightening properties so you can use cucumber slices to treat dark circles underneath your eyes. To use this method cut the cucumber into thick slices and refrigerator for 30 minutes. Then leave the slices on your eyes for 10 minutes. Rinse your eyes with warm water.
3. Rose water
Rosewater is not just smelled fantastic but also it is refreshing, rejuvenating, and can practically be used on almost all skin types and for all skin-related issues. Just like cucumber, it’s a mild astringent, so it can work as a skin toner and as good as to treat dark circles. Soak cotton eye pads in rose water for few minutes then place over the eyelids. Leave on for 10 to 15 minutes. Repeat every night for a month to see the best results.
4. Almond oil
Almond oil is rich in vitamin E and can help your skin to get back its natural glow. It also has high antioxidant properties which can help to relieve signs of aging like dark circles. To use this mix one teaspoon of almond oil with a few drops of lemon juice. Massage the mixture around your eyes for 2 minutes. Leave it on for 10 minutes. Rinse it off with warm water.
5. Potato
Potatoes are a source of a lot of vitamin c and have natural bleaching properties. Which can help to lighten your skin under your eyes as well as prevent puffiness around your eyes. To use this to get rid of dark circles take chilled potatoes and grate them. Extract the juice from the potato and soak cotton pads for a minute. Place them on your eyes for 20 minutes and wash them off with normal water.
Natural ways to treat any type of skin issue are best. Above mentioned remedies can do great to treat dark circles. But before going to this natural process just want to let you know that all these remedies can't do wonders overnight. To get the result of your dreams you have to maintain and stick to your routine. Use them regularly and slowly you can get rid of dark circles.
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