Wet cloth dipped in cool rose water and kept in refrigerator to soothe tired eyes and get rid of dark circles under the eyes

How to get rid of dark circles?
(20 Apr 2009)

The problem of dark circles is not uncommon and a majority of people suffer from this problem. These dark circles around the eyes can make you look tired and detract from your over-all appearance so many people, especially women resort to various techniques to disguise them and get rid of them. In order to treat any condition, it is important to first understand its causes. Dark circles around the eyes are primarily caused by extreme exhaustion and lack of adequate sleep. However there are other causes as well, including increasing prominence of the veins under the surface of the skin due to advancing age, hyperpigmentation caused due to prolonged exposure to the sun's rays, malnutrition and consumption of certain medications. In order to reduce and get red of the dark circles around the eyes, it is crucial to avoid undue stress and get proper rest. It is recommended to sleep for at least 8 hours daily so that your body gets the right amount of rest. In addition to this you should drink plenty of liquids in the form of water and fresh fruit juices to keep your body well hydrated and free of toxic substances.

There are several simple home remedies that can help to get rid of dark circles. It is recommended that you wipe the eyes with a soft cloth that has been kept in the refrigerator and dipped in cool rose water to soothe tired eyes and reduce the dark circles. You can wipe the eyes with a ball of cotton that has been dipped in cucumber or potato juice. Alternately you can lie down with your eyes closed and place slices of cucumber or potato on the eyelids for around 15 to 20 minutes. This helps to relieve the tension in the eyes and gradually lightens the dark circles as well. You can also wipe the area around your eyes with a cotton ball that has been dipped in a mixture of tomato juice and lemon juice. This acts as a natural bleach and gradually lightens the skin around the eyes. Application of a paste prepared by mixing 1 tsp tomato juice, ½ tsp lemon juice and a pinch each of turmeric powder and gram flour on the skin around the eyes for approximately 10 minutes before washing it off with cold water is also beneficial for lightening dark circles. Almond oil is beneficial for the skin to improve its elasticity and get rid of any discolorations, so a gentle massage of the area around the eyes using almond oil is recommended to get rid of dark circles. Apart from almond oil, you can also use Vitamin E oil or creams enriched with Vitamin E to gently massage the area around the eyes. You should also increase your intake of Vitamin A, C and E to improve the health of your eyes and also keep your skin healthy and glowing.

Dark circles are commonly caused due to extreme over usage of the eyes and not adequate rest to go with it. Sometimes, they are also caused due to tension or sleeplessness. Age can also be a major factor that can cause dark circles. Sometimes, a prolonged or protracted illness can also cause dark circles to make an appearance. Of all these causes, it is up to you to decide which one applies to your case. Once you have, you can take the first step towards removing them by eliminating the cause altogether. But in any case, it is important to know that the best way to get rid of dark circles is to get more than adequate sleep. This will be the one stop solution that will help the maximum.

If you have had a prolonged or protracted illness, and are recovering from it, then all you have to do is get enough rest and be patient. The dark circles will gradually fade away on their own. Make it a point to sleep well and adequately. The same applied if you are suffering from the problem of eye strain, which can occur due to several reasons. The commonest cause of eye strain is staring at a screen or a monitor without blinking for long periods of time. This problem typically affects those who work with a computer or watch too many movies. In this case, dark circles will just be a cosmetic factor - the problem will aggravate into weakened eye sight if not checked appropriately. Reading in poorly lit areas, or in vehicles, or while lying down can also cause eye strain, so you must be careful with that as well.

You can also try to remove the darkness under your eyes by employing a few methods at home. One of the most effective ways of reducing dark circles is to apply tincture of iodine to them. This takes time, but it is known to be highly effective. Applying aloe vera gel to your dark circles will also help in eliminating them. If you can find the gel freshly squeezed out of leaves, this is the best way to use it. If not, even store bought will work well enough. The best part about this is that you can use this as frequently as you like and it will not even be visible. You can also apply a mixture of fresh milk in which a few strands of saffron have been soaked overnight.