One of the dreaded overnight surprises is dark under eye circles. Looking in the mirror and seeing those when you are in a hurry in the morning can give you a fright. Learn to combat this pesky problem naturally and save some money.
Why do we get those circles? There are a variety of causes. For one, stress and sleeplessness can produce the dark circles. Restorative sleep allows the body to repair itself at night. Without it, you could end up with those nasty circles.
Don't forget the water that flows so freely from our eyes through a variety of emotional states. Crying, especially at night, can cause the tissues to retain the fluid leading to puffiness as well as dark circles.
Here are a few ways to reduce that look without chemicals.
1. Cucumbers. Waste not, want not is the adage when it comes to natural beauty. Thin slices of cold cucumbers can be placed on the eyes for at least 10 minutes. The juice works as an astringent, removing excess fluid and lightening the area under the eyes. Don't throw them away afterwards, though. Pop them in your mouth for a healthy snack.
2. Potato slices. This is a reminder from the days of old-fashioned remedies our grandmothers used. Potatoes were often used to draw impurities out of the body. Wash a potato and apply two thin slices to your eyes. Let them work their magic for 20 minutes. The potato slices will lighten dark circles.
3. Banana puree. Restore moisture to your skin and a healthier look with bananas. You won't be eating them but putting them on your face. Mash ripe bananas into a lumpy spread or a smooth puree and smear under your eyes before bed. In the morning, you'll be amazed at how good the area under your eyes will look.
4. Use chamomile tea bags to soothe the skin. The tea bags can be slightly warm (after you brew your tea) or cold. If you want them cold, allow them to cool and place them in a bag in the fridge for about 20 minutes. Cover your eyes with the tea bags for 10 minutes. See the circles begin to fade.
5. Water. Drinking water will never go out of style. Your body is 90 percent water. Dark circles can evolve from a poorly watered body. The usual daily dose is at least eight glasses. Drinking your water (flavored or plain) can stop dark circles in their tracks.
6. Make changes to your diet. Your body will let you know when there is a deficiency. The skin is our largest organ so changes are sure to show up there. One sign of deficiency is dark patches under the eyes.
7. Moisturize! Once you hydrate, don't let it all leave your body. Keep enough inside to give your skin that healthy glow. Natural moisturizing ingredients include nut oils and avocado. Both contain Vitamin E which nourishes the skin. Go straight to the source with your own avocado paste and nourishing nut oil.
Dark circles are horrid at any time. Try natural remedies to get rid of them. - 15683
Why do we get those circles? There are a variety of causes. For one, stress and sleeplessness can produce the dark circles. Restorative sleep allows the body to repair itself at night. Without it, you could end up with those nasty circles.
Don't forget the water that flows so freely from our eyes through a variety of emotional states. Crying, especially at night, can cause the tissues to retain the fluid leading to puffiness as well as dark circles.
Here are a few ways to reduce that look without chemicals.
1. Cucumbers. Waste not, want not is the adage when it comes to natural beauty. Thin slices of cold cucumbers can be placed on the eyes for at least 10 minutes. The juice works as an astringent, removing excess fluid and lightening the area under the eyes. Don't throw them away afterwards, though. Pop them in your mouth for a healthy snack.
2. Potato slices. This is a reminder from the days of old-fashioned remedies our grandmothers used. Potatoes were often used to draw impurities out of the body. Wash a potato and apply two thin slices to your eyes. Let them work their magic for 20 minutes. The potato slices will lighten dark circles.
3. Banana puree. Restore moisture to your skin and a healthier look with bananas. You won't be eating them but putting them on your face. Mash ripe bananas into a lumpy spread or a smooth puree and smear under your eyes before bed. In the morning, you'll be amazed at how good the area under your eyes will look.
4. Use chamomile tea bags to soothe the skin. The tea bags can be slightly warm (after you brew your tea) or cold. If you want them cold, allow them to cool and place them in a bag in the fridge for about 20 minutes. Cover your eyes with the tea bags for 10 minutes. See the circles begin to fade.
5. Water. Drinking water will never go out of style. Your body is 90 percent water. Dark circles can evolve from a poorly watered body. The usual daily dose is at least eight glasses. Drinking your water (flavored or plain) can stop dark circles in their tracks.
6. Make changes to your diet. Your body will let you know when there is a deficiency. The skin is our largest organ so changes are sure to show up there. One sign of deficiency is dark patches under the eyes.
7. Moisturize! Once you hydrate, don't let it all leave your body. Keep enough inside to give your skin that healthy glow. Natural moisturizing ingredients include nut oils and avocado. Both contain Vitamin E which nourishes the skin. Go straight to the source with your own avocado paste and nourishing nut oil.
Dark circles are horrid at any time. Try natural remedies to get rid of them. - 15683
About the Author:
Choose natural skincare instead. Marilyn Etzel, President of ME Naturally, LLC is dedicated to providing you with the tips you need to bring out your natural beauty at her Beauty Talk website.
