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Why do you get dark circles? How to get rid of them?

Are you looking for ways to get rid of dark circles? You have come to the right place. Dark circles make us look dull and pale. The skin beneath our eyes is thin compared to the rest of our body. They occur when blood vessels beneath our eyes get dark.

Dark circles can mainly occur because of the following reasons:

1. Lack of sleep

Are you not sleeping on time? Are you working late at night? Lack of sleep is responsible for dark circles. When your eyes don’t get enough rest, blood vessels underneath get more dark, which results in dark circles. To get rid of dark circles, at least sleep for 7-8 hours daily. Sleep early and wake up early. A good sleeping cycle will not only help you to get rid of dark circles, but it will also help you to boost your overall health of mind and body.

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2. Getting older

The skin beneath your eyes is thin. As you age, the production of elastin and collagen in your body starts decreasing because of which you may develop dark circles. You can go for supplements that contain collagen, Vitamin C, Vitamin E to have more youthful-looking skin. You should follow a proper skincare routine, to avoid dark circles.

3. Watching too much laptop/ mobile screen

If you use a laptop, mobile phone, or any screen device for a prolonged period, it causes a strain on your eyes, which leads to dark circles. Use mobile phones, laptops for a limited time. Never watch any screen before going to bed. Use a night mode light while using smartphones.

4. Exposing your skin to the sun

Our skin can have detrimental effects if we overexpose it to the sun. When we expose our skin to the sun, the melanin, our natural skin pigment, is produced in excess. The result of which is dark circles, and dull and pale skin. UVA, UVB rays of the sun are harmful to our skin. Apply sunscreen while stepping out.

6. Stress

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Are you taking a lot of stress these days? If the answer is yes, that may be the reason behind those dark circles. When you are stressed, blood circulation on the skin decreases. Our face can look dull and pale because of taking too much stress. You might also notice a blood vein popping out beneath your eyes. Taking care of our mental health is necessary. Meditation helps in reducing our stress levels.

5.  Dehydration

Dehydration can lead to other serious health problems. Dark circles may result from dehydration as your skin cells are not getting enough water. A secret to healthy and glowing skin is ‘drinking water and staying hydrated’ at least drink 3-4 liters of water daily to not only get glowing skin but for your overall health as well.

Using natural remedies would work best to get rid of dark circles.  Here are some of the best natural ways to get rid of the dark circles:

1. Use ice

Got a party tonight and you want a quick fix for your dark circles? Ice is a savior! Cold compress increases the circulation underneath your skin. It will not only reduce your darkening but also help you in getting rid of the puffiness around your eyes.

To make it more effective, you can store cucumber juice in the ice tray and use those cucumber juice ice cubes. Cucumber is hydrating and hydrating properties. It helps you to heal your dark circles. Put an ice cube in the muslin cloths and keep them on your eyes.

How to do it right?

  1. Just grab two muslin cloths, put an ice cube in it.
  2. Keep muslin cloths on both of your eyes for at least 10-15 minutes.

2. Green tea bags

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Next time when you drink your green tea — instead of throwing away those used tea bags — just refrigerate them. Green tea is full of antioxidants and has anti-inflammatory properties which help in getting rid of dark circles.

How to use green tea bags?

  1. Refrigerate the used tea bag for about an hour.
  2. Keep the cold tea bag underneath your eye for 10-15 minutes.

3. Potato eye mask

For fighting dark circles, potatoes work best. It is rich in Vitamin C, which helps to brighten skin. It also contains Vitamin K, B4, and niacin, which will nourish the skin beneath the eyes resulting in reduced dark circles.

How to use potato juice as an  eye mask?

  1. Peel a potato.
  2. Blend it well in a mixer.
  3. Take the potato paste and put it inside a muslin cloth.
  4. Squeeze the muslin cloth, filter the potato juice in a blow.
  5. Take cotton pads.
  6. Soak it in the potato juice.
  7. Keep it on your eyes for 20-30 minutes.

Another way:

  1. Peel potato
  2. Cut it circular slices
  3. Refrigerate those slices for an hour or two
  4. Keep those slices on your eyes for 15-20 minutes.

4. Tomato

Tomato juice is rich in lycopene, which is an antioxidant, also has natural bleaching properties.

How to make tomato as an eye mask?

  1. Extract tomato juice.
  2. Add 1-2 drops of lemon juice.
  3. Take cotton pads and soak them into that juice.
  4. Keep the cotton pad underneath your eye for 10-15 minutes.

5. Milk

Milk contains lactic acid that works well for getting rid of dark circles, not only this, it also helps in getting rid of wrinkles, fine lines and moisturises your skin.

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How to use milk?

  1. Soak a cotton pad in cold milk. (Cold compress works best for removing dark circles)
  2. Keep the cotton pad soaked in milk underneath your eye for 10-15 minutes.

6. Rosewater

Rosewater is like an elixir for our skin. It has astringent, antibacterial properties.

It smoothes out our skin, removes the excess dirt and oil, hydrates skin and also removes dark circles. Rosewater can be a natural toner as well.

How to use rose water?

  1. Soak a cotton pad in rose water.
  2. Keep the cotton pad on your eyes for 15-20 minutes.

You can even make ice cubes of rose water and apply it on your eyes with the help of muslin cloth.

7. Aloe Vera Gel

Another elixir for our skin is Aloe Vera — it has so many health benefits — guess what? It also helps in getting rid of dark circles. Just apply aloe vera gel underneath your eyes. Use Aloe Vera gel as an overnight eye gel. While you go to bed, apply some aloe vera gel beneath your eyes.

Hope these tips and remedies help in getting rid of your dark circles. Follow a healthy lifestyle, sleep well on time, eat a balanced diet, and do not take a lot of stress. Also, in the long run, following a proper skincare routine can help in staying at bay from dark circles.

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