10 Natural Home Remedies To Remove Dark Circles

Best Natural Home Remedies For Dark Circles

Someone has correctly said that eyes are the mirror of the soul. However, with the amount of time we spend glued to our smartphones and laptops, it is no wonder that many of us suffer from tired eyes and deep dark circles. Though it is not a serious or painful problem but still it’s not something which we can ignore. Today we tell you about the causes of dark circles and also some effective natural remedies.

Natural Home Remedies For Dark Circles

What Causes Dark Circles Under The Eyes

Dark circles are a very common problem which can affect anyone irrespective of their age or gender. It makes people look tired, unwell, exhausted and old. There are a number of factors which are lead to darkening of the under eye area. Few of the major causes of dark circles are taking excessive mental pressure and physical stress, improper or unhealthy diet, sitting in front of  the computer or watching television for long hours, lack of proper sleep, dehydration, dry skin or aging, excessive smoking or drinking, pollution. Apart from these factors, sometimes dark circles appears because of some heredity problem or due to some hormonal changes.

What Causes Dark Circles Under The Eyes

Why Should We Use Home Remedies to Get Rid of Dark Circles

Dark circles can be easily cured by making a few changes in your diet and lifestyle. There are infinite products available in the market which claim to diminish dark circles even in a week. Undoubtedly few of them work excellently well but the presence of chemicals in them make it harmful for our skin. These chemicals damage the delicate skin under the eyes in the long run hence its always best to try natural home remedies for dark circles.

Best and Natural Home Remedies for Dark Circles

Natural Home Remedies For Dark Under Eyes

Who needs to spend money on those chemical enriched products when our kitchen is filled with so many great and effective ingredients which help in fighting and lightening dark circles. If you’re wondering how to get rid of dark circles under the eyes then go through the following effective home remedies.

Cucumber Slices
This was the first home remedy which I used to get rid of dark circles. Cucumber contains skin lightening properties. All you need to do is cut two slices of cucumber and place it on both the eyes and relax. It is super effective and ­does not take alot of time. Once you will remove the slices, you will notice that your eyes are looking much more relaxed and rejuvenated than before. It is one of the most effective remedies for tired eyes and regular usage of this method helps in fading the dark circles.

Potato Juice
It is another useful remedy which helps in eliminating dark circles. Potatoes contain natural bleaching agents which helps in getting rid of dark circles and puffiness around the eyes. You need to grate a small raw potato and extract its juice. Dip two cotton balls in this juice and place them on your eyes and take a short nap. Following this procedure daily helps in lightening dark circles within ten days or so.

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Mint Leaves
This is my most favourite treatment when it comes to home remedies for dark circles. Mint gives an instant cooling effect to the eyes and naturally soothes and refreshes the area. Just crush few a sprigs of mint in a mortar pestle and apply this paste on the affected area. You will feel a slight tingling sensation in the beginning. Wash your face with water after keeping it on for 15-20 minutes. Apart from getting rid of dark circles, it also helps in treating puffy eyes.

How To Get Rid Of Dark Circles With Natural Remedies

Almond Oil
This is one of the best, oldest and most effective way of getting rid of dark under eyes. It contains vitamins and minerals which helps in rejuvenating the skin and makes it bright. My mother has been using almond oil on her face since the last 10­-15 years and it has shown great results. Take a few drops of almond oil and massage it gently around your eyes. You don’t need to remove it before going to bed. It works excellently as an eye serum and keeps the under eye area well hydrated. Use it daily without any failure to get guaranteed results.

Vitamin E Serum
This natural home remedy for dark circles is a bit messy but the amazing after effects make it worth the efforts. Vitamin E helps in repairing the skin cells and restores collagen which makes the area around the eyes look more youthful and firm. Puncture a Vitamin E capsule with a help of a pin and collect the serum. Apply this serum around the eyes and massage in circular motions. You can either wash your face after couple of hours or you can keep it for the whole night and wash your face the next day. This is also a great remedy for fine lines under the eyes.

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Tea Bags
This is a very easy, breezy remedy to get rid of dark circles. We often throw away tea bags after making our tea but instead of throwing them in the dustbin, place them in the freezer and leave it for atleast 30 minutes. Now place them on your eyes and wait for a few minutes. Your eyes will look relaxed and fresh once you’re done. Repeat this procedure twice or thrice in a week for refreshing your eyes and reducing dark circles.

How to get rid of dark circles with natural home remedies

Best Home Remedies To Remove Dark Circles Naturally

Tomato Juice
Using tomato juice is a wonderful and effective way if you want to say good bye to dark circles. Tomato contains bleaching properties which helps in lightening the area under the eyes to a great extent. All you need to do is mash the tomato pulp and apply it under the eyes. Leave it on for 15­-20 minutes and then wash it with water. Using this remedy daily will help in removing dark circles and lightening the skin. This is also a very effective home remedy for de-tanning the skin.

Rose Water
I use rose water in every other face pack and absolutely love the results. It works really well in instantly rejuvenating dull and tired eyes. Take two cotton balls and soak them in rose water. Now place these cotton balls on your eyes and relax. Remove them after 10-­15 minutes and get amazing results. It not only helps brighten up tired eyes and skin, but it also helps in reducing the puffiness and dark under eye area.

Aloe Vera Gel
If you want to get rid of those deep dark circles instantly, then opt for this super beneficial treatment. Apply aloe vera gel on the area around the eyes before hitting the bed and get ready to wake up with fresh eyes with lighter dark circles. This helps in boosting the collagen production which results in rejuvenated and bright eyes. Do it daily before going to bed for better and long lasting results.

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Coffee Ice Cubes
I am sure all the coffee lovers will love this easy and effective remedy for dark circles. Boil a cup of water and add some coffee powder in it. Transfer the black coffee in the ice tray and put it in the freezer. Once set, use these ice cubes around your eyes. It will not only help in reducing the dark circles and dullness but it will also help in reducing the puffiness around the eyes. Repeat it daily for quick and effective results.

These are the some of the best effective home remedies for dark circles. Hope these tips help you out in diminishing dark circles and do share favorite tips below.

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