11 Natural Remedies to Get Rid of Dark Circles

If you have dark circles under your eyes and feel self-conscious about them, please don't!!! Everyone has them 💀 Well, maybe not everyone (including babies and those individuals who hit the genetic lottery).... *dramatically throws self on the floor*

There are many reasons why dark circles would appear under your eyes:

1.  Lack of sleep 💤, stress & a hectic lifestyle.
2. Allergies, asthma and eczema cause the eyes to itch which can contribute to dark circles because of rubbing or scratching the eyes. 
3. A bad diet/ lack of nutrients can also contribute to the discolouration of the area around the eyes. A lack of mineral iron, in particular, can cause dark circles because you're not getting enough oxygen to the body's tissues. 
4. Genetics can cause discolouration around the eyes. Skin pigmentation on the upper part of the cheekbone and under the eyes can lead to the appearance of dark circles. 
5. Sun damage causes excess pigmentation due to sunburn so always wear sunscreen. 
6. Age! Let's face it. The older you get, your skin loses extra collagen, becomes thinner and more translucent thus showing the veins under your eyes more. 
7. Bone structure - some people have deep set bone structure and it creates a shadow under the eyes.
8.  Finally, one of the reasons why we all have dark circles is because the skin around the eyelids is the thinnest skin on the body. When blood passes through the veins close to the surface of the skin, it produces a blue-ish tint. So the more translucent your skin is, the darker the circle will appear. 

So the next question is, how do we get rid of em?

The following are some simple and doable home remedies to make getting rid of your dark circles easy!

1. Tomatoes

Tomatoes are an excellent solution for getting rid of dark circle, as it naturally helps to decrease the dark circles and also makes the skin soft and supple. 

All you need to do is mix one teaspoon of tomato juice with a teaspoon of lemon juice and apply it under your eyes. Let it remain for about 10 minutes and then, wash it off with water. Repeat this remedy at least twice a day. On a daily basis, you can also drink tomato juice mixed with some lemon juice and mint leaves in order to get rid of dark circles.

2. Grated potatoes

Acing the list of 'how to remove dark circles in a week' is potatoes. Grate some raw potato and extract the juice of the same. Now take a cotton ball and soak it in the potato juice. Close your eyes and place these cotton balls on your eyes. Make sure they cover the entire area of the dark circles under your eyes as well as the eyelids. Leave it on for 10 minutes and wash off with cold water!

3. Cold tea bags

Another simple technique to get rid of the dark circles is using cold tea bags. Soak a tea bag preferably a chamomile or green tea bags in water. Chill it by placing it in the refrigerator for a while. Now, place them over your eyes. Use this remedy on a regular basis to see a considerable difference.

4. Almond Oil

Almonds are loaded with vitamin E and its oil is as an emollient which helps in making the skin supple. With no tantrums, this 'how to get rid of dark circles in a week' ' routine is easy to do. Just apply little almond oil on your dark circles and massage gently. Just leave it overnight and wash it next morning.

5. Cold milk

Regular use of cold milk will also decrease the dark circles and also soothes your eyes and skin. Take a cotton ball and place it in a bowl of cold milk or iced water for a while. Now apply the cotton ball making sure that it covers the entire eye with the affected area. Keep it on for a while and then wash off with regular water.

6. Orange juiceAnother effective home remedy is orange juice. Mix some orange juice with a few drops of glycerin and apply this mixture over the dark circles. Not only will it diminish the dark circles it will also give a natural glow to your eyes

7. Yoga/meditation

As mentioned before, one of the main reasons for the recurrence of dark circles under eyes is because of stress, depression and a hectic lifestyle. No amount of home remedies will work if your mind isn't cool and calm. Yoga and meditation, if practised regularly, will not only decrease your dark circles will also balance the body clock simultaneously calming your mind, body and soul.

8. Cucumber

Everybody has seen the experts put those slice of cucumbers on the eyes while giving any beauty treatment, but how many of us have actually done it? Very few. So if you need to get rid of dark circles fast, put sliced cucumber in the refrigerator for 30 minutes. Take them out and place on your dark circles. Leave for 10 minutes prior to washing with cold water. You'll feel that your eyes have freshened up instantly.


9. Mint Leaves

Mint is known for its invigorating scent and refreshing qualities. It can also be used to remove those ugly dark circles under your eyes. Just crush a few leaves with water, forming a paste, and apply on the dark circles. Leave for 10 minutes and wash with cold water. Do this every night for a week to see miraculous results.

10. Rose Water

Rose water helps to rejuvenate the skin and is well known for its beauty qualities. It can also be used to get rid of dark circles fast. Just soak cotton balls in rose water and place them on the dark circles. Leave for 15 minutes and wash with cold water later. Repeat every night for a month for best results.

11. Buttermilk/Turmeric paste

Turmeric is known for its multiple health benefits. Take two tablespoons of buttermilk and turmeric powder and mix them well. Apply this paste on your dark circles and leave it for at least 15 minutes. Wash your face with lukewarm water.

I know in the real world, it's hard to find the time to do the things we really should make time for... the things that are important to our health and well-being. This includes getting 7 hours of sleep every night, eating healthy foods, drinking lots of water, wearing sunscreen daily and exercising 3-4 times a week. Combatting stress, lack of sleep, hormonal changes and a disturbed lifestyle can be very difficult and takes serious effort. But if not treated on time, dark circles will not only dull your appearance, they can also lead to serious health issues later on.

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