How to Get Rid of Dark Circles: Shahnaz Husain’s Advice

The skin around the eyes is more sensitive and thin as compared to the rest of the face. It does not have any oily glands or fine structure. This part of the face needs special attention and this part clearly reflects the neglect of the body, poor condition, old age, mental stress and lack of nutrition due to lack of adequate sleep and wrong lifestyle. According to doctors, lack of water in the body and anemia also cause dark spots under the eyes.

To solve this problem, first of all you must get enough sleep. Due to lack of sleep, the color of the outer skin can become yellow, due to which dark spots will look more prominent. By getting adequate sleep of seven to eight hours every night, dark spots under the eyes will not appear.

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Dark spots can be reduced by applying cold tea bags on the eyes. Tea contains properties of caffeine and antioxidants, which can accelerate blood flow and can provide a way to cure dark spots. Soak two green, herbal or black tea bags in hot water for five minutes and then let these tea bags cool in the refrigerator for twenty minutes. Keep these cold tea bags on closed eyes for about twenty minutes and after removing them, wash the eyes with fresh cold water.

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Rose water is considered a natural remedy to get rid of spots under the eyes. Soak cotton pads in rose water and place them on your closed eyes and lie down for some time and then wash the eyes with fresh water. Rose water contains anti-inflammatory properties, which calm the skin and remove redness by restoring the vibration of the skin.

Cold milk is a home remedy to remove dark spots. Milk contains lactic acid. Applying it on the skin clears the pores of the skin, which brings the skin back to its original state. Soak two cotton balls in cold milk from the fridge and place them on both closed eyes and this will prove to be an effective natural remedy.

Dark spots under the eyes are also caused by skin allergies. Most weather-related skin allergies can be prevented by changing the diet or by home remedies. If you are allergic to any food, fruit etc., then avoid it. It would be better if you first understand the allergy by consulting a doctor and then treat it, so that you can get better results.

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Potatoes are considered to be an effective treatment for dark circles under the eyes. Apply two spoons of potato juice or potato slices on closed eyes and let it dry naturally and later wash the eyes with plain normal water. Potatoes contain properties of vitamin C, which repairs damaged skin and controls dark spots.

Soak a cotton ball in tomato juice and gently place it on closed eyes and let it dry naturally and then wash the eyes with fresh normal water. Alternatively, you can make a paste of tomato and lemon juice and apply it around closed eyes for half an hour and then wash it with cold water. This will get rid of dark spots.

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While treating dark circles under the eyes adequately, along with external treatment, serious consideration should be given to various other aspects so that the disease can be properly assessed and all the appropriate causes can be diagnosed. Regular intake of vitamin A, C, K, E and iron in the diet can reduce dark circles under the eyes. In fact, iron deficiency is considered to be a common cause of dark circles. Iron deficiency does not allow adequate oxygen circulation in the blood. Fresh fruits, salads, sprouted grains, plain cereals, curd, cream, green leafy vegetables, eggs and fish prove to be very helpful in overcoming iron deficiency.

Consuming fresh fruits of different varieties helps in overcoming water deficiency in the body. Generally, one should drink 8-10 glasses of water every day. One should drink a glass of lemonade as soon as one wakes up in the morning. All fruit juices are beneficial when mixed with water.

While making any change in diet, one should regularly consult his doctor. Include long deep breathing in your exercise routine as it helps in reducing stress and the body parts get enough oxygen. Adequate sleep and rest are also considered to be very important for the body.

Washing the eyes with cold water reduces eye fatigue. Splashing water in the eyes gives an instant feeling of relief.

Contrast washing of the eyes also proves to be very helpful. First wash the eyes with warm water and then with cold water. This increases blood circulation in the eyes and relieves blood congestion. It is beneficial to use sun-screen lotion under the eyes before leaving the house in the morning. A few drops of water can be added to make the lotion lighter.

Include the skin around the eyes in your regular skin care routine. Extremely sensitive movements and light touch should be used for eye care. Use cleansing gel with wet cotton wool to remove makeup. After this, apply cream under the eyes and remove it after ten minutes with wet cotton wool. Do not leave this cream overnight. Do not apply a normal mask under the eyes, very light colored cream or serum should be used in this area.

Apply almond oil around the eyes and massage gently under the eye for 1 minute using the finger. Keep in mind to massage in one direction only. Then leave it for 15 minutes and later wipe it gently with moist cotton.

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Cucumber juice is also a good home remedy for dark circles. It should be applied around the eyes daily and washed with plain water after 15 minutes. Cucumber slices can also be kept on the eyelids. Mix cucumber, tomato and lemon juice in equal quantities and apply daily and wash with water after 15 minutes. Tomato juice clears the skin color. To fulfill the water deficiency in the body, you can also include cucumber in your diet.

Coconut milk clears the complexion of the skin. It relaxes and nourishes the skin, thereby reducing fine lines and wrinkles. For this, apply cold coconut milk around the eyes daily using cotton. Leave it on for about 15 minutes and then wash it off with plain water.

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Dark circles under the eyes can also be reduced with mint leaves. Make a paste of mint leaves, add a few drops of lemon juice to it and apply it under the eyes for 10 minutes. Later wash it with plain water.

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