Dark and persistent rings beneath your eyes are one of the biggest baggage of your appearance. No matter you take care of your skin complexion, your darkened eyes will make you look dull and tired. To get rid of them quickly, most of the stunning women prefer hiding them with concealers and makeup. However, that’s not the permanent solution to your under-eye circles.
As a few natural kitchen ingredients help in skin whitening and tackle other skin problems, there are some natural methods to treat these dark circles. But do not expect some magic to happen overnight. It needs a lot of discipline and patience.
Here are some potential causes of under-eye circles and the best natural ways to treat them (permanently).
Common Causes of Dark Circles:
- Lack of sleep
Lack of sleep is one of the major causes of dark circles. It allows dark tissues and blood vessels beneath your skin to show up, making you feel dull and pale. Additionally, it also causes fluid to get accumulated beneath your eyes, leading to puffiness.
- Genetic issues
In some cases, family history also plays a key role in the development of under-eye circles. A few people receive it in heredity, and as you grow old, it starts to show up more.
- Sun overexposure
When you get overexposed to the sun, your body tends to produce an excess of melanin (a pigment that gives your skin color). It then causes pigmentation, leading to the darkening of your under-eye skin.
- Less intake of water
The toxins stored in our body due to dehydration can lead to dark circles. It’s important to flush them out by consuming at least 10 to 12 glasses of water daily. There are so may ways to stay more hydrated and prevent dark circles.
- Lots of stress
Generally, people who are stressed out tend to go through sleeplessness. Due to constant thinking, you may toss and turn, wake up irritated and with under-eye circles.
- Unhealthy diet
Dermatologists denote that junk and processed food are the biggest enemies of your skin beneath your eye. So, avoid having them; instead, consume a lot of fresh salads and give your body adequate nourishment to get rid of your dark circles.
- Prolonged allergies
Reaction due to some kind of allergy releases histamines as a response to the harmful bacteria. You may soon notice symptoms like itching, puffy eyes, redness. All of these can cause dark spots beneath your eyes.
- Eyestrain
Spending long hours staring at your computer screen or television can cause strain to your eyes. This leads to the enlargement of blood vessels around your eyes, resulting in dark circles.
Natural Techniques to Get Rid of Your Dark Circles
Before we jump into natural at-home remedies, let’s begin with some lifestyle changes that you can make to help lessen the dark circles.
Get enough sleep
Self-care, especially getting adequate sleep, is the most effective treatment of our overall health. As mentioned earlier, overtiredness can affect the area beneath your eyes. So, make sure you get at least 8 hours of sound sleep.
Get sun protection for eyes
The second change you can make in your lifestyle is wearing sunscreen or sunglasses while stepping out in sun. This will protect you from ultraviolet damage that results in skin ageing and pigmentation. Therefore, dermatologists recommend applying SPF 50 to your face.
Avoid rubbing your eyes
People having eczema or allergies usually have a habit of rubbing their eyes a lot. This may lead to hyperpigmentation, the forming of dark skin. So, be extra gentle with the skin beneath your eyes, especially while removing makeup. Additionally, keep your eyes moisturised as dryness can cause irritation, forcing you to rub your eyes.
Home Remedies to Treat Dark Circles
- Tomato, a hit beauty regime
Tomato is the best exfoliating agent due to the presence of bleaching properties. Lycopene, a phytochemical is found in it, which helps to keep your skin free from wrinkles. So, pick a medium-sized tomato, make its juice and strain the liquid into a bowl. Next, grab two cotton pads, soak them into the juice, strain the excess juice and place it on your eyes. Let it stay for at least 15 minutes, and after that, rinse your face with cold water.
- Herbal teas, an eye toning agent
Nowadays, most of us are switching to herbal teas for a healthier life. Why not try doing the same with our skin? Herbal teas like chamomile teas have a high concentration of antioxidants, which helps us get rid of dark circles. Plus, the caffeine in it removes eye puffiness, lessens fluid retention, and diminishes the blood vessels. So, after using a herbal tea bag, don’t throw them; instead, refrigerate them. Keep the tea bags for 10-15 minutes on to your eyes. Afterwards, wash it with cold water. For better outcomes, use two times a week.
- Rosewater, a soothing gel for under-eye skin
Rosewater, when applied to your eyes regularly, fades the dark shadows. Its antioxidants help in reviving tissues, nourishing the skin, and revitalising it. Further, it contains anti-bacterial properties, which prevent redness, itchiness, inflammation, and dust in your eyes. It’s very simple to use. Take two cotton balls, add a few drops of rose water in it and apply them in damaged areas for at least 10-15 minutes. Repeat this every day till the time your under-eye circles fade away.
- Saffron, the ayurvedic medicine for skin problems
Saffron is considered to be the best ayurvedic medicine for every skin problem. It has become famous due to its anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties that help to tone our skin complexion. So, take one tablespoon of raw milk, add some saffron strands in it and allow it to soak for some time. Afterwards, using your fingertip, apply the mixture onto your dark circles and keep it overnight. The next day, rinse it off with cold water. Do it regularly for the next few weeks and then observe the results.
- Aloe vera, a promising beauty pick
Aloe vera gel is one of the most effective hydrating ingredients that soothes the skin and nourishes it to a great extent, also reducing the dark circles. The best part is there’re no side effects of using it when plucked fresh from your garden. So, pick off one strand of aloe-vera from your garden, peel off its cover, and remove the gel. Apply the gel to your dark circle-prone area and gently massage it in circular motions. Wipe it off after 10-15 minutes and for better results, do it twice a day.
- Cold milk, a relaxing agent for skin
The presence of lactic acid in the milk helps battle against pigmentation and ageing. Furthermore, it provides coolness to the skin, putting the blood vessels under your eye area in the relax mode. You can take one cup of cold milk, dip two cotton balls into it and place them on the dark circle area. For fast recovery, do it two times a week.
Final Words:
With all the above information (causes as well as the remedies) of under-eye circles, it’s time to get ready to treat them. But again, let me remind you, no magic will happen overnight. You need complete dedication and patience for achieving the results. So, start straight away and repeat it until you get desired results.
Author Bio:
Hi, I am Olivia Robinson, a writer, and blogger by profession. As I’m a wanderer, I share my experiences through my write-ups in a way that it’s understandable and appealing to the people. I aim to achieve a difference through my writing, which allows my readers to make informed and valuable choices.
