Dark circles under the eyes age you more than wrinkles and gray hair. But you can still reduce them and in some cases remove them altogether. That's how.
Steps
Method 1 of 3: Dedicate yourself to the Cause
Step 1. Indulge in your beauty sleep
Get enough sleep every night. It is not entirely clear why little sleep causes black circles under the eyes, but it certainly makes you paler (and therefore the contrast with the black circles increases) and slows circulation. The short time spent expanses is also thought to be a probable cause. Before going to bed in the evening remove everything the trick. If you don't, as you get older your eyes will look more tired every day.
- Determine how much sleep you need (usually 7-9 hours a night, but it varies from person to person and by period of life). Try to get those hours of sleep regularly for a couple of weeks to see if it helps.
- Alcohol and drugs can decrease the quality of your sleep. Refrain from these products or use them in moderation for best results.
- Get adequate vitamins that aid sleep. A lack of sleep combined with poor vitamin absorption reduces adrenal functions. The less adrenal functions you have, the less B6 you tend to absorb. The less B6 you absorb, the less your adrenal glands work and you end up in a vicious cycle. Sleep, regular vitamins (if you need them), good calcium / magnesium support in the form of green vegetables (which are richer in calcium and magnesium than animal products) and a good mineral supplement restore adrenal functions.
Step 2. Treat your allergies
Allergies are a common cause of skin discoloration under the eyes. If the root of your problem is an allergy, treat the allergy and remove the allergen. Seasonal allergies such as hay fever can be safely treated with over-the-counter or doctor-prescribed medications.
- For other allergies, the best course of action is usually to avoid. If your black circles or swelling are constant, you may have an unrecognized food allergy or an allergy to some chemical in your home or work. Talk to a dermatologist to determine what you may be allergic to. People with allergies also tend to have deficiencies in vitamin B6, folic acid, and sometimes even vitamin B12. Taking a multivitamin could help.
- Find out if you are gluten intolerant. Another common allergy that causes black circles is gluten intolerance, which is an allergy to wheat flour specifically. In more serious situations, you may be celiac. To check if you have celiac disease, you need to have blood tests. It is important to remember that you may simply be gluten intolerant, which does not mean that you are celiac.
Step 3. Treat nasal congestion
A stuffy nose can cause black circles under the eyes because the veins around the nostrils are dark and dilated.
Step 4. Eat right
Eat a healthy and balanced diet, take vitamins and drink lots of water. Much of the aesthetic problems can be attributed to vitamin deficiencies. Black circles and puffy eyes are often caused by vitamin K or antioxidant deficiency. In addition, a B12 deficiency (usually linked to anemia) can cause black circles under the eyes.
- Eat lots of fruits and vegetables, especially kale, spinach, and other green leafy vegetables. Take vitamins every day as needed. Hydrate yourself to improve circulation.
- Reduce the salt. Too much salt can cause the body to hold water in unusual places, which could lead to swelling under the eyes. Too much salt also impairs circulation and causes blood vessels under the skin to appear darker.
Step 5. Evaluate how much you smoke and quit
Smoking causes vascular problems that can not only be life-threatening, but also make your blood vessels more prominent and dark.
Step 6. Relax
Relaxing helps remove sources of stress and anxiety that keep you from sleeping, eating, and resting well. Plus, it helps the skin around your eyes improve as you are less stressed and more comfortable. Skin tends to reflect a whole host of emotional and physical discomforts, so don't take the need to switch off lightly.
Step 7. Accept what you cannot change
There are causes of black circles under the eyes that you can't do much for, unfortunately. These include:
- Irregularity of pigmentation. These can cause black circles under the eyes.
- Sun exposure. Increases the production of melanin.
- Thinning due to aging. Aging thins the skin, making veins and blood vessels more visible as fat and collagen deplete over time.
- Hereditary factors. Find out if this is a recurring condition in your family, as black circles under the eyes can often be hereditary. This doesn't mean you can't do anything about it, but that you need to be prepared for minimal success when trying to get rid of it.
- Your characteristics. Black circles can be simple shadows caused by your features. There isn't much you can do about it other than using makeup strategically.
Method 2 of 3: Natural Remedies
Step 1. Use the cucumber slices
Cucumber slices have long been used to deflate and refresh the appearance of the skin around the eyes, and are a quick remedy to relieve tired and puffy eyes. Place a slice of cucumber on both eyes, trying to cover the dark part. Do this every day, lying down for 10-15 minutes. Keep your eyes closed.
- You can also use tomato slices. Apply tomato or potato slices under the eyes, where the black circles have appeared - they all have natural lightening properties.
- As you apply the tomatoes, you can mix a little lemon juice and apply all of the solution on the black circles - it can increase the effectiveness.
- If you opt for potato or cucumber slices, leaving them in the refrigerator before application may be more effective for the eyes due to the cooling properties of these ingredients - it's the same principle as a cold pack.
Step 2. Apply cold tea bags or ice cubes wrapped in a soft cloth daily
The tannins in the tea reduce discoloration and swelling. Lie down, preferably in the morning, and leave the moist, cool tea bags on your eyes for about 10-15 minutes. Keep your eyes closed. You can keep them in the fridge overnight so they are ready to use in the morning.
Step 3. Make a saline solution
Add a teaspoon of salt or baking soda to 2 cups of water and sprinkle the resulting solution into your nostrils. Tilt your head to the side so that the water enters one nostril and exits the other. It is a great remedy especially if you are suffering from nasal congestion. You can also find this saline solution at the pharmacy, with the applicator to be inserted into the nose.
Step 4. Use a potato
Put a raw potato in a food processor and grind it to a pulp. Smear it on closed eyes. Leave it on for 30 minutes while lying on your back. Rinse with lukewarm water. This is a method that works well for some.
Step 5. Use a frozen spoon
Put a spoon in the freezer for 10-15 minutes. Take it out and cover the black circles by placing it on your eyes. Leave it until it is warm again.
Step 6. Try applying almond oil
The vitamin E contained in the oil helps neutralize the black circles under the eyes and gives the skin around it a shiny and youthful look.
Applying almond oil can gradually reduce black circles, but you can speed up the process by putting it before bed so that the vitamin E works on your skin throughout the night
Step 7. Do regular meditation and physical activity
Ringed eyes can be the result of the stresses of everyday life. As a result, relieving stress and tension can help you get rid of them.
Method 3 of 3: Cosmetic Solutions
Step 1. Apply an eye cream that contains vitamin K and retinol
Black circles can be caused by vitamin K deficiency. Regardless of the cause, however, face creams that contain these two ingredients reduce swelling and skin discoloration in many people. Constant daily use seems to increase its effectiveness.
Step 2. Use an eye cream
Use a concealer that hides the black circles under the eyes. It is important to use a concealer that is suitable for your skin undertone (i.e., yellow and peach for bluish circles). After applying the concealer, fix it with a light dusting of mattifying powder.
Step 3. Test the products
Before using cosmetics, do a patch test. Do not use anything that irritates the skin, causes rash and congestion, or makes the eyes water.
Advice
- Drink water. Drinking water always helps, but when it comes to black circles under the eyes it's a boon. It will also help you relax as it is a calming drink.
- Follow a healthy diet enriched with vitamins C, D, E.
- Focus on the skin under the eyes. Remember that any direct contact with the skin around the eyes should be gentle, as it is the most sensitive area of your body.
- Don't drink too much before bed. It can help form bags under the eyes.
- Don't rub your eyes. Sometimes you rub your eyes due to allergies, but not always. It can be an anxious habit or a reflex. Regardless of the season, it is best not to do this as it irritates the skin and can break the capillaries, causing both swelling and discoloration.
- Wear dark glasses to protect the belle from melanin changes.
