Dark Under Eye Circle Remedies

Do people tell you that you look tired all the time? Do you look in the mirror and wonder why you have those dark circles around your eyes? 

Yup. That's you. You have the dreaded dark circles also known as skin discoloration. This can be caused by fatigue, genetics or age.

You're probably thinking you will look tired and old forever right? Nope - not the case my friend. 

Here are three natural tips to help reduce the appearance of those dreaded dark circles around your eyes -

1. Almond Oil

Almond oil is a great natural ingredient that is very beneficial for the delicate skin around your eyes. Regular usage of almond oil will help fade your under eye circles. In addition to almond oil, you can use vitamin E oil to eliminate dark circles under the eyes.

•Before going to bed, apply a little almond oil over the dark circles and gently massage it into the skin.

•Leave it on overnight.

•The next morning, wash it off with cold water.

•Follow this remedy daily until the dark circles disappear. 

    

2. Cucumber

Cucumbers have skin-lightening and mild astringent properties that help fix those raccoon eyes naturally. Plus, they have a soothing and refreshing effect.

•Cut a fresh cucumber into thick slices and chill them in the refrigerator for 30 minutes. Put the slices onto the affected skin area for about 10 minutes. Wash the area with water. Repeat twice daily for about a week or more.

•Another option is to mix cucumber juice with lemon juice in equal amounts. Use a cotton ball to apply the mixture on the affected skin. Leave it on for 15 minutes and then wash it off with water. Follow this remedy daily for at least one week.

3. Lemon Juice

The vitamin C present in lemon juice can also help remove dark circles under the eyes, thanks to its skin-lightening properties.

•Use a cotton ball to apply fresh lemon juice around your eyes. Leave it on for about 10 minutes and rinse it off. Do this once daily for a few weeks.

•Another option is to make a thick paste by mixing one tablespoon of lemon juice, two tablespoons of tomato puree, a pinch of gram flour (besan) and turmeric powder. Apply this thick paste gently around your eyes. Rinse it off with clean water after 10 to 15 minutes. Repeat two or three times every week.

Note: If the lemon juice causes a burning sensation then discontinue its use.

I hope these tips were helpful to you but as with most things you're not going to see results over night. You have to do this repeatedly to see a difference.

Xo,

Rebeca 💕