Producer:  Priyanka Das Editor: Sujata Singh

10 Simple Home Remedies for Dark Circles

Cucumber Slices

Place chilled cucumber slices over your eyes for 10-15 minutes. Cucumber’s cooling properties and high water content can soothe the skin and reduce puffiness.

Tea Bags

After brewing green or black tea, refrigerate the used tea bags and place them on your eyes for 10-15 minutes. Caffeine and antioxidants can help constrict blood vessels and reduce dark circles.

Almond Oil

Gently massage a few drops of almond oil around your eyes before bed. Almond oil is rich in vitamin E, which can nourish the skin and help lighten dark circles.

Cold Milk

Soak cotton pads in cold milk and apply them to your closed eyelids for 10-15 minutes. The lactic acid in milk can help lighten the skin and reduce puffiness.

Rose Water

Rose water has soothing properties that can help reduce dark circles. Soak cotton pads in rose water and place them on your eyes for 10-15 minutes.

Potato Slices

Potato Slices or Juice: Potatoes have natural bleaching agents. Place thin potato slices on your eyes or apply fresh potato juice with a cotton ball to lighten dark circles and reduce puffiness.

Cold Compression

 Place a cold spoon over your closed eyes for a few minutes. The cold metal can help constrict blood vessels and reduce swelling and discolouration.

Tomato Pulp

Apply fresh tomato pulp to the area around your eyes. Tomatoes are rich in nutrients and antioxidants which can help lighten dark circles.

Hydration and Diet

Apply fresh tomato pulp to the area around your eyes. Tomatoes are rich in nutrients and antioxidants which can help lighten dark circles.

Sleep

Insufficient sleep is a major factor causing dark circles. Ensure 7 to 8 hours of sleep each day to reduce the appearance of dark circles.