9 Tips To Remove Dark Circles Naturally
First, you have to get to the root of the cause. That is to say, do everything to improve our blood and lymphatic circulation and what is better and more natural than the cold? You can use two small spoons that you will place on your eyes, after leaving them for some time in the fridge. You can also use gauzes moistened with rose water, for example, and place them over your eyes for a few minutes.
2. Cucumber
Another panacea to fight dark circles is cucumber. It is rich in copper and vitamin C. In addition, it contains 95% water, which means that it hydrates and stimulates the formation of collagen. Let a few cucumber slices cool in your fridge, then apply them to your closed eyelids for 10 or 15 minutes.
3. The fig
Very rich in potassium, iron, calcium, antioxidants and dietary fiber, fig is ideal for removing bags under the eyes and for almost completely erasing dark circles.
Freeze a fig then cut it into slices that you will apply to your closed eyes for 5 minutes.
4. The potato
Same procedure for potato which contains a lot of antioxidants and Vitamin C. It is also an anti-inflammatory which will reactivate the circulation of the blood and will erase the pigment of the skin by below the eyes. Here's how: After leaving potato slices in the freezer, apply them to your eyelids for 10 minutes.
5. Chamomile
Chamomile is one of the main ingredients in grandmother's remedies. Here's how to use it against dark circles.
Pour a spoonful of dried chamomile flowers into boiling water and let steep for 4 minutes. Soak cotton pads in it and put it in the freezer for a few minutes. Finally, apply them on your eyes for 10 minutes.
6. Green tea
Green tea is ideal for eliminating toxins and reactivating the circulation of the blood, because it is very rich in antioxidants. The procedure is as follows. Make an infusion with green tea bags, cool them in the freezer and, finally, apply them to your eyelids with your eyes closed.
7. Aloe vera
The Aloe Vera gel which is found inside the leaves of the plant has a lot of virtues. What we are looking for here is its hydrating and regenerating power. Cut a leaf of your Aloe Vera plant in half, scoop up the gel with a teaspoon. Then cool it down, no more than 15 minutes and apply it neat all around your eyes.
8. Caffeine
Another natural element that reduces inflammation, decongests the eye area and improves blood circulation is caffeine . Experts in natural recipes all agree with enthusiasm that coffee grounds are great for stimulating both blood circulation and lymphatic drainage, thanks to the flavonoids and antioxidants in it. Mix with 2 tablespoons of yogurt, 2 teaspoons of lemon juice and coffee grounds. Be careful when applying this mask on your dark circles, it should especially not touch your eyes! Rinse after leaving it on for a little while. The contour of your eyes will be smoother and your eyes more luminous because the yoghurt softens and nourishes and the lemon tones and brightens the skin in a natural way.
9. Prevention
However, as the saying goes: prevention is better than cure ! We therefore give you some tips for a healthy and balanced life:
- Get into the habit of not overeating at night and especially not eating foods high in salt or fat before going to bed.
- Pay attention to your cushion, which should not be too high or too low, so that lymphatic drainage is easier.
- A good night's sleep should last 7 to 9 hours, to feel well rested the next morning.
- Remember to drink plenty of water. Limit your intake of salt and alcohol, which promote water retention.
