Under-eye dark circles giving you sleepless nights? Try these simple home remedies
Lack of proper sleep, genetic predisposition, a diet devoid of proper nutrients, not drinking enough water, overexposure to the sun, allergies etc, are some of the causes of dark circles.
Dark circles or pigmentation in your under-eye region can happen due to a variety of reasons like lack of proper sleep, genetic predisposition, a diet devoid of proper nutrients, not drinking enough water, overexposure to the sun, allergies etc. While, you should make lifestyle changes and inculcate habits like drinking enough water, always wearing sunglasses when outdoors and eating a proper diet - there are also some tried and tested effective home remedies to get rid of those stubborn dark circles.
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Cucumber
Aloe Vera
Aloe Vera is a simple ingredient that does wonders for the skin. It has high moisturizing and nourishing properties and also contains anti-oxidants. For your dark circles, just cut a piece of aloe vera and generously apply its juice to your under-eye region. Let it sit on your skin for around 20 minutes and then you can later wash your eyes with cold water.
Tomatoes
This simple kitchen ingredient is rich in antioxidants and has natural bleaching properties that help get rid of pigmentation. You can either cover your eyes with sliced tomatoes for 15 minutes or mix one teaspoon of tomato juice with a teaspoon of lemon juice and apply it under your eyes for best results.
Rose Water
Green Tea
Potatoes
Cold milk
Milk contains lactic acid, which helps lighten the skin and reduce puffiness. It also contains potassium which moisturizes and nourishes the skin. Just dip two cotton balls in cold milk and place them on your each eye for 15 to 20 minutes.
Apart from making lifestyle and dietary changes, try all these simple home hacks to see which one works the best for you. Also, be consistent in your application for best results.