Home Remedies for Dark Circles

Some people are definitely more prone to the ‘Panda eye’ syndrome than others. This can be brought on by a shortage of sleep, poor circulation or poor elimination, all of which cause the blood to acquire a bluish tinge and encourage pigments and waste to settle in the delicate tissue around the eye. Shadows are more apparent when the skin is thin or fair, as the underlying blood vessels are more visible. However, in darker skins, where the tendency to pigment is greater, irritating waste deposits which “traumatize” the skin around the eyes are more inclined to trigger the release of protective melanin granules, potentially causing deeper discoloration.
Unless it is properly addressed, the problem can become deep-seated. Once it reaches this stage, even intensive therapy cannot eradicate the circles, although they may become two or three shades lighter as the stagnation is dispersed and the supporting tissue becomes healthier. Dark circles may also occur as result of the kidney problems, food intolerance or various nutritional deficiencies, including iron, vitamin C and vitamin B.
Causes of Dark Circles

Dark circles under the eyes have various causes such as;

• Heredity
• Stress
• Diet Deficiencies
• Allergies
• Prolong sun exposure
• Lack of sleep
• Dehydration
• Fluid retention

Strategies to Treat Dark Circles

To cover dark circles, use a yellow based stick concealer. Yellow neutralizes pink, red, and purple hues in the skin.

Tips to prevent dark circles under eye

Some useful tips to prevent dark circles under the eyes are as follows;

• Drink at least 10 glasses of water everyday.
• Avoid rubbing your eyes, which will cause the skin to become thicken and inflamed.
• Take enough sleep and rest. It is very helpful in preventing the dark circles under the eyes.
• Wear sunscreen with a minimum of SPF 30 under the eye in order to prevent skin from the harmful sun rays.
• Take a well balanced diet including green vegetables and fresh fruits.
• Drink juice of fresh fruits. It detoxifies your body and prevents dark circles under eyes.

Home Remedies for Dark Circles

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• Almond oil is one of the best home remedies for dark circles under eyes. It is excellent skin food. Massage under and around the eyes with almond oil daily for two weeks.
• Cucumber is also very good for dark circles under the eyes. It has a high mineral and water content which is therapeutic for the eyes. Place a slice of cucumber on each eye for up to 15 minutes. It is very soothing for the eyes. The juice also makes a nourishing eye drop.
• Extract the juice of one tomato and mix two tablespoons of tomato juice with two tablespoons of lemon juice. Apply this mixture under eye area. This is a useful remedy for dark circles.
• Dip cotton balls in rose water or chilled water and keep this cotton ball over the dark area for about 5-10 minutes. It will help to lighten the dark circles under eyes.
• Put two clean teaspoons in the fridge and when they are cold lay them on the back and put the spoons on the dark circles. They will refresh both the area and the eyes.
• Close your eyes and cover eyelids with slices of raw potato for at least 15-20 minutes. Wash with the warm water and then apply the cream.
• Ground the almond and add few drops of milk in it. Make a paste of it and apply under the eyes. It will help to remove dark circles under the eyes.

Night treatment for Dark Circles

• ½ teaspoon almond oil
• ½ teaspoon honey

Mix both ingredients and apply this mixture under the eyes before going to bed. Regular use will help you getting rid of the dark circles.
Morning treatment for Dark Circles

• 1 teaspoon tomato juice
• ½ teaspoon lemon juice
• ½ teaspoon gram flour

Mix all the ingredients well and make a paste of it. Apply this paste under the dark area of the eyes. Leave it for at least 10 minutes and then gently clean with the fresh water. This treatment is very good for the dark circles.