Natural Cures For Black Circles Under Your Eyes
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Fearful that the signs of aging or lack of sleep will ruin their good looks, thousands upon thousands of people seek out natural remedies to erase the dark circles that have a knack for appearing under the eyes. This rather common beauty blemish is believed to attack nine out of 10 people at one point or another in their lifetime. Since a handful of factors can contribute to this occurrence, it’s a good idea to become familiar with the causes, as well as gentle, non-invasive methods for treating the problem.
What are Black Circles Under the Eyes?
Dark circles (or eye circles) tarnish the skin located about the eyes and are simply referred to as “bags under the eyes” [1]. Since the skin under the eyes is very thin, it is quite easy for it to show a bit of wear and tear. To make matters worse, sun exposure causes skin damage that thins and wrinkles the skin even more. The veins situated beneath the skin become inflamed or enlarged. Pigmentation may also develop.
What Causes Dark Eye Circles?
We all know that not getting enough sleep is a common cause of dark eye circles, but have you ever stopped to think about the other factors that can contribute to this unwanted condition? Heredity plays an important role, when thin skin under the eyes is a characteristic that runs in the family. Even your bone structure can contribute to the problem, as eyes set deep into the skull bone may develop what is called an ‘ark shadow.’
If you suffer allergies, the rubbing and inflammation that accompanies this condition could cause black circles to form. The fatigue that comes after partying into the wee hours of the day, cramming for a test all night, and battling sinus infections can cause paleness in the skin that makes blood vessels seem more prominent, thus creating the appearance of black circles under the eyes. Additional causes include:
Sunlight Exposure: The more sunlight your face receives, the higher the level of pigmentation. As a result, the skin under your eyes becomes tanned and appears darker.
Certain Medications: Dark circles can appear under the eyes when you are taking medication that causes the dilation of blood vessels. The increase of blood flow contributed to prominent-looking vessels.
Poor Nutrition: Not getting enough essential nutrients in your diet can cause discoloration under the eyes.
Hormonal Imbalance: Pale skin is a sign of hormonal ups and downs. Dark circles can appear under the eyes for women experiencing their menstrual cycle, menopause, and pregnancy.
Incomplete Protein Digestion: Light carbon deposits may settle under your eyes when your stomach does not contain enough hydrochloric acid needed to digest protein, which usually arises when an individual lacks a sufficient amount of B6 and folic acid.
Natural Cures for Black Circles Under the Eyes
To erase a tired-looking face and ease dark pigmentation associated with thin skin, it is suggested to consider the following natural cures for ridding black circles around the eyes:
a) Cucumber Therapy:
Apply cucumber slices on your face to refresh the appearance around your eyes, as well as fight puffy skin.
b) Tea:
Apply cooled teabags to your closed eyes on a daily basis. The tannin found in the tea works wonders reducing the swelling and discoloration that can appear under the eyes. Make sure the teabags that you use are not decaffeinated.
c) Ayurveda Treatments:
Get familiar with Ayurveda healing (ancient Hindu practices), which can show techniques and products associated with body detoxification and skin rejuvenation. These techniques can be used to combat black circles under the eyes. For example, Ayurvedic body cleansers use herbal ingredients to remove toxins from the body and improve skin texture.
d) Almond Oil and Honey:
Some claim that massaging almond oil with honey into the skin around the eyes is an effective overnight treatment.
e) Butcher’s Broom:
When taken on a daily basis, butcher’s broom is known to treat weak circulation, hemorrhoids, as well as varicose veins, but also shows promise in reducing the appearance of dark circles.
f) Homeopathic Facial Masks:
Decrease the appearance of puffy skin or discoloration by using an overnight facial masque that contains herbal ingredients to treat the skin while you catch up on your beauty sleep.
g) Vitamin Eye Cream:
Choose an eye cream that contains vitamin K to diminish the signs of dark eye circles. When coupled with retinol, research suggests that the two ingredients work well together to decrease puffiness and discoloration. To enjoy the best results, long-term use is suggested.
h) Yoga and Meditation:
Some people have successfully overcome dark eye circles by lowering their levels of stress. It is suggested to look into Pranayama, which has reduced dark circles in some, as well as increased a natural glow about the skin.
i) Rosewater:
There are some who sing the praises of dipping two cotton balls into rosewater and positioning them over dark circles.
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