Treating Dark Circles: Tips and Product Recommendations

Stay Young Bureau

Apr 4, 2023

Fatigue

Oversleeping or undersleeping can cause dark circles under your eyes. Lack of sleep can build up fluid under your eyes.

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Dehydration

Dehydration can cause dark circles underneath your eyes. The skin below your eyes looks dull and sunken when you are not well-hydrated.

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Anaemia

Anaemia is caused due to lower than normallower-than-normal red blood cells. Having anaemia can cause dark circles. Consult your doctor for anaemia treatment.

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Cold Tea Bags

Gently place a cold chamomile or green tea bag, over your eyes for 20 minutes and feel relief from the dark circles.

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Potato or Cucumber Slice

Take two round slices of cucumber or potato, and place them on your eyes for 10-15 minutes, twice daily. Feel the chillness and relief from dark circles.

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Aloe Vera Gel

Aloe vera is an effective moisturiser. Apply aloe vera gel on the dark circles and massage for 5-10 minutes before hitting the bed. You can leave it overnight or rinse it if you feel sticky and uncomfortable.

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Cold Milk

Cold milk can lighten your skin while reducing puffiness. Dip a cotton ball in cold milk, apply it on to your dark circles, and rinse it when it dries. You can try this three days a week.

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Tomatoes

The antioxidants present in tomatoes help lighten dark circles. You can mix a spoonful of tomato juice with lemon juice to apply to your dark circles. Rinse it off after 10 minutes using cold water.

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Rose Water

This mild astringent can refresh and rejuvenate your skin. Dip a cotton ball in rose water and apply it on to your dark circles and leave it for 10-15 minutes. Do this daily for a month for the best results.

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Almond Oil

Almond oil with lemon juice can remove water retention and prevent puffiness below the eyes.

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Turmeric

The antioxidant and anti-inflammatory turmeric can naturally fade away dark circles. Mix turmeric with pineapple juice, apply it under your eyes for 15 minutes and rinse it off with cold water.

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