If you too are one of the many individuals who is irritated by dark circles, worry not, there are several home remedies to get rid of your dark circles.
But Why Do You Have Dark Circles:
- Tiredness and exhaustion
- Nasal allergies
- Sleep deprivation
- Oversleeping
- Stress
- Aging
- Constant itching and rubbing due to skin conditions like eczema
- Skin irritants in makeup products
- Exposure to the sun (in the absence of a good sunscreen)
- Sometimes, dark circles can also be hereditary. These usually disappear after a certain age.
Top Homemade Remedies
Remedy 1: Sweet Almond Oil
What You Need?
- A few drops of sweet almond oil
How to Apply?
- Apply a little amount of almond oil on your dark circles and gently massage it into the skin.
- Leave it on overnight and wash it off the next morning.
- Do this on a daily basis before going to bed.
Remedy 2: Aloe Vera Gel
What You Need?
- Fresh Aloe Vera gel
- Cotton pad
How to Apply?
- Apply the gel under the eyes and massage for a few seconds.
- Leave it on for about 10-12 minutes. Clean with a moist cotton pad.
- Do this on a daily basis before going to bed.
Remedy 3: Argan Oil
What You Need?
- A few drops of Argan oil
How to Apply?
- Apply the oil under the eyes using the ring finger or the pinky finger.
- Rub it properly on the skin so that the oil is absorbed onto the skin.
- Do not rinse it off.
- Apply it on a daily basis before going to bed.
Remedy 4: Apple Cider Vinegar
What You Need?
- 1 tablespoon of apple cider vinegar
- Q-tip
How to Apply?
- Dip the Q-tip in the ACV and apply under the eyes.
- Let it dry naturally.
- Use it twice a day.
Remedy 5: Cucumber
What do You Need?
- Thinly sliced cucumber
How to Apply?
- Cut a fresh cucumber into thick slices and chill it for about 30 minutes in the refrigerator.
- Place the slices on the dark circles for about 10 minutes.
- Afterwards wash the area thoroughly with cold water.
- Repeat this process twice a day for one week to see results.
Remedy 6: Coconut oil
What You Need?
- A few drops of virgin coconut oil
How to Apply?
- Pat the coconut oil on the skin under your eyes.
- Massage it very gently in clockwise and anti-clockwise directions a few times.
- Leave it on overnight.
- Apply it on a daily basis before going to bed.
Remedy 7: Tomato & Lemon Juice
What You Need?
- 1 teaspoon tomato juice
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
How to Apply?
- Mix the tomato juice with lemon juice and apply this mixture around the affected area.
- Leave it on for 10 minutes and wash off with cold water.
- Apply it twice a day and continue it for 2 to 3 weeks or till you get results.
Remedy 8: Green Tea Bags
What do You Need?
- 2 green tea bags
How to Apply?
- Dip the tea bags in water and refrigerate them for a while.
- Place this cool tea bags over your eyes for about 15 minutes. Then, wash your face.
- Apply it on a daily basis till you get the best results.
