Dark circles appear as furrows under the eyes that cause slight depressions in the skin and give a tired look, according to the Clinicas Estéticas website. However, light to moderate dark circles often respond well to simple, inexpensive treatments.
Dark circles under the eyes are usually caused by fatigue!
According to Clinicas Estéticas, here are some of the most common causes of true dark circles under the eyes: allergies; atopic dermatitis (eczema); contact dermatitis; hay fever (allergic rhinitis); hereditary factor; irregularities in skin pigmentation; eye rubbing or scratching; exposure to the sun, which leads to an increase in the production of melanin… Also, the pigment that gives skin its color and changes in the skin due to aging.
This is why the Spanish newspaper revealed, in its beauty section… How to properly moisturize the eye contour to avoid dark circles and suggested chamomile.
Because this plant is attributed with anti-inflammatory and sedative properties. Also, it is a vasodilator, which means it relaxes blood vessels, allowing blood to flow more easily.
Indeed, to eliminate dark circles and puffiness with chamomile…. You need two sachets of chamomile and a cup of water. First boil the water and add the tea bags to it and let them steep for four to five minutes.
Then remove the chamomile sachets and put them on a plate. And put the water and the chamomile sachets in the fridge.
Once the infusion is cold, moisten a cotton ball and apply it to dark circles. When the skin is dry, place the tea bags on the eyes for 15-20 minutes.
The cucumber !
Another recommendation is to actually put slices of cucumber on the dark circles under the eyes with a few tablespoons of aloe vera gel.
Indeed, cucumber slices are able to eliminate eye puffiness, being this food is 97% water and contains antioxidants. Also, natural oils and minerals that make it a great ally to hydrate, repair and protect the skin.
Likewise, cucumber is a rich source of vitamins A, C, and E, which actually helps flush out toxins from the skin, leaving it clean and glowing. However, for it to take effect, you must leave the cucumber in the refrigerator for an hour. Then cut it into slices and put it on your dark circles for about 20 minutes.
Other tips…
The next recommendation then is to mash some carrots with honey and apply it under the eyes for 15 minutes.
Also, the Spanish newspaper recommended mixing cocoa butter and olive oil and applying it to the eye area to moisturize the area and thus prevent dark circles under the eyes.
Another suggestion is to mix half a glass of green tea with two tablespoons of unsweetened natural yogurt and apply it to the eye area for 20 minutes.
