7 DIY Ways To Treat Under Eye Dark Circles

Eyes are the key to soul of a person. Your eyes presents your personality. But, dark circles can ruin your charm and make you look older than your actual age. Dark circles can be caused due to several reasons and not just sleep deprivation as most people think. Some of the causes are allergies leading to rubbing of the eyes, lack of sufficient sleep, which may cause the eyes to swell up and look puffy, resulting in a shadow-like appearance.

# Turmeric for Dark Circles

For those annoying dark circles to disappear, you should consider this promising turmeric remedy. Turmeric is a powerful antioxidant with anti-inflammatory properties which when adequately used softens the skin under your eye, lending it a smooth look, thereby reducing dark circles. There are a lot of skincare home remedies with turmeric as the main ingredient, and one such remedy especially for reducing dark circles is fresh turmeric paste carefully blended with pineapple.

Ingredients:

Fresh Turmeric Paste – 1 tbsp.
Pineapple Juice – 1 tbsp.

Note: In case you do not get fresh turmeric, you can use chemical-free turmeric powder, which is easily available in shops.

How to Prepare?

* Take equal parts of fresh turmeric paste and pineapple and carefully blend the ingredients without any lumps.

* Take a small amount of the mixture, gently apply on the dark circles and leave it for 15-20 minutes until it dries.

* Using lukewarm water or cold water, rinse your under-eye area thoroughly. You may also choose to use cotton to remove the pack and then wash your face.

# Baking Soda To Get Rid of Dark Circles

Baking soda is an effective dark circle under eyes remedy. With its anti-inflammatory properties, it softens the skin and also enhances blood circulation, thereby lightening and reducing the darkness under the eyes. Baking soda as used in other remedies as a cleaning agent also is used to cleanse the skin anywhere on the body, even delicate areas like under eyes or around the lips. It can remove dirt, dead skin and also lighten the skin colour giving radiance to your under-eye area. Note the remedy and put it to use.

Ingredients:

Baking soda1 teaspoon.
Strained green tea1/2 cup.
Cotton pads 2.

How to Prepare?

* Prepare green tea using a herbal infuses and filter the green tea solution. Now, add one teaspoon of baking soda and mix it well.

* Then soak cotton pads for a few seconds in the green tea and baking soda solution. Squeeze out excess water.

* Gently place the dab cotton pads over the eyes, ensuring the affected under eye areas are covered.

* Leave on for 10-15 minutes and remove.

* Wash your under-eye areas with normal water by gently rotating your fingers around.

Apple Cider Vinegar for Dark Circles

Apple Cider Vinegar contains minerals, vitamins and enzymes. It contains alpha-hydroxy acid. This helps in cleansing the skin, soothes dull skin and maintains the Ph level. It helps in lightening the skin tone and aids in removing impurities giving the skin a youthful appearance. It is called the magic solution for skin whitening and helps to decrease the dark spots, making skin clear, and prevent ageing effects. This is one of the best remedy for dark circles under the eyes.

Ingredients:

Apple Cider Vinegar 1 teaspoon.
Onion juice1 teaspoon.

How to Prepare?

* Take an onion and grate well.

* Squeeze out the juice using a strainer.

* Add onion juice in equal parts along with apple cider vinegar.

* Mix the ingredients in a bowl and stir well.

* Dip a cotton ball in the mixture and dab the affected areas directly and allow it to dry.

* Let it sit for 30 minutes.

* Rinse with normal water.

# Petroleum Jelly for Dark Circles

Dark circles can give your eyes a tired look. Petroleum jelly is an excellent source which can lock moisture under the skin and reduce the dryness under the eyes. It hydrates and moisturises the skin. The skin around the eyes is very sensitive to irritants, and petroleum jelly being hypoallergenic is an ideal product. It helps to rejuvenate dull skin under the eyes.

Ingredients:

Petroleum Jelly – a pinch.
Lemon juice – a few drops.

How to Prepare?

* Take a bowl.

* Squeeze a few drops of lemon into it.

* Add a pinch of petroleum jelly into it.

*Mix both the ingredients well with fingers.

* Apply it directly under the eyes and leave it overnight or for an hour.

* Clean with normal water or soft tissue and watch the magic happening within a few days.

Lemon Juice for Dark Circles

The lemon juice is enriched with Vitamin C and it also has bleaching properties which in turn helps to remove dark circles under your eyes in a smooth and easy manner. It also strengthens our immune system and blood vessels in the eye zone. It Lemon contains citric acid which helps to tighten the skin and make the dark circles fade away. A regular application helps you lighten the skin tone and makes the skin appear fairer and bid goodbye to your stubborn dark circles.

Ingredients:

Lemon – Juice of a lemon.
Fresh tomato puree – 1 tablespoon.
Gram flour – Pinch.
Turmeric – Pinch.

How to Prepare?

* Take a bowl.

* Squeeze the juice of the lemon into the bowl.

* Next add tomato puree, which can be made easily with the help of a blender.

* Add a pinch of gram flour and a pinch of turmeric.

* Now all you need to do is to mix all the given ingredients well in a bowl so that no lumps are formed and a thick paste is formed.

* Ensure that the pack is thick and not runny.

* Gently apply the thick paste around the eyes and allow it to dry or wait for 15 minutes.

* Clean the face with lukewarm water and wipe with a soft towel.

# Aloe Vera for Dark Circles

This miraculous plant is a rich source of Vitamin E and C, and its application does wonders on the skin. It boosts the collagen production and reduces the pigmentation and makes it look healthy and smooth.

Ingredients:

Aloe Vera gel – 2 teaspoons.
Cotton pads 2.

How to Prepare?

* Take an Aloe Vera stem and cut it with a sharp knife on both sides to remove the white translucent gel from within.

* If Aloe Vera is not available at home, one can choose from the readily available Aloe Vera gel available in our stores.

* Apply some fresh or store-bought Aloe Vera gel on the cotton pads and then gently place it under eyes and massage well for 5-10 minutes.

* Allow it to remain and then wash it off with cold water.

Cucumber for Dark Circles

Cucumber has a number of antioxidants present including cucurbitacins, vitexin, orientin and is oscoparin. It also contains vitamins C and K. Vitamin K, which is present in cucumbers, can reduce dark discolourations. It is said that cucumber slices work best and help to reduce swelling and dark circles when chilled. The cool temperature discourages the accumulation of fluid under your eyes. The cucumber has skin lightening properties and is a natural astringent. Its application lends a soothing and refreshing feel throughout the day.

Ingredients:

Cucumber juice
Lemon juice
Cotton pads

How to Apply?

* One method is to simply cut two thick slices of cucumber and freeze it in the freezer for an hour and then place over the eyes 10-15 minutes and then wash face with water. Repeat this daily for faster results.

* You can also mix equal quantities of fresh cucumber juice along with lemon juice in a bowl.

* Cucumber juice can be got by grating the cucumber and extracting juice through a strainer.

* With the help of cotton pad, soak it in this mixture and apply all over the eyes and allow it to dry, followed by another application of the same juice, which is allowed to dry.

* Then wash the face with cold water.