Everyone is conscious of their beauty, especially women. It is said that eyes are the symbol of beauty. So it is no wonder that every woman wants to have sparkling eyes. However, in some cases the beauty of the eyes gets distorted with dark circles that form around them. Of course, except for the cosmetic aspect, this dark circle is not a serious ailment. Everyone does anything possible to get rid of these dark circles, and there are many simple remedies.

What causes dark circles around the eyes?

There are many reasons why dark circles are formed around the eyes. Some of the prominent reasons could be allergies caused by mold, dust or food, hay fever, Eczema, pale skin (which makes the skin look dark), aging, lack of sleep, depression or stress, nasal problems, rubbing the eyes frequently, hereditary, or a deficiency in an enzyme called as phenol sulfotransferase which is also hereditary. An allergy due to wheat (gluten intolerance) is yet another known reason for dark circles.

Remedies:

There are many medicines to combat dark circles caused by allergies, deficient phenol sulfotransferase enzymes etc. Some of these medicines are chemical based and therefore they may cause many side effects. At the same time, there are many herbal medicines. However, experts sound a word of caution: buy the herbal medicines from a reputed manufacturer.

In addition to these off-the-shelf medicines, there are many home remedies which are quite effective in curing dark circles. Let us understand some of the home remedies:

1. Home Remedies
2. Other Remedies

Home remedies for Dark Circles

Pistachio Nuts as a Home Remedy for Dark Circles

Properties: The pistachio plant is largely grown in Pakistan, Syria, Afghanistan, and Turkey and in some of the Arabian countries. The nuts are enclosed in a shell which is not hard to break. The nut has a strong smell of turpentine. The nuts are normally used in many culinary items like sweets, cheese, ice creams etc. The medicinal properties of these nuts include reducing LDL, increases antioxidants, increases HDL etc. It contains many important vitamins and minerals.

How to treat dark circles using pistachio nuts:

Take about two or three nuts, crush them, then add some milk and crush them again to make paste. Apply this paste on the dark circles and after about half an hour wash the face with warm water. This medicine should be applied for at least one or two months depending on the intensity of the dark circles.

Potato Nuts as a Home Remedy for Dark Circles:

Properties: Grown all over the world, the potato is one of the vegetables which are consumed by all sections of people. Known for its medicinal properties, one of the important enzymes present in it is catecholase. This enzyme is known to lighten the skin and make the skin healthy.

Cure for dark circles using potato:

Slice the potato and place the slice on the affected part. After about half an hour, wash the face with warm water. Before going to bed, apply any herbal cream specially manufactured for removing dark circles. Those who have applied this method of treatment have said that the results are quick.

Cucumber Nuts as a Home Remedy for Dark Circles:

Properties: Grown world-over, the cucumber does not require any introduction. One of the most popular vegetables is one of the most commonly used too. Native to India, cucumbers have history dating to about 3000 years. It has many medical uses. It is said that cucumber removes accumulated toxic materials from the body. It is a pain reliever and is found to be very helpful in treating arthritis. It is very helpful in curing diseases of the skin.

How to treat dark circles using cucumber:

Cut the cucumber into slices and keep the slices on the affected part. After about half an hour, wash your face. Some people keep the cucumber on the affected part over night. The other procedure is to apply the cucumber juice on the affected part and after about half an hour to wash the face thoroughly.

Almonds Nuts as a Home Remedy for Dark Circles:

Properties: Largely grown in many Asian countries, almonds are used as a spice in many sweets and in many other culinary dishes. Known for its medicinal value, oil is extracted from the almonds and is used both for cooking and even for cosmetic purposes.

Treatment for dark circles using almonds:

Take about two or three almonds and crush them into a fine powder. Add some milk to make it a paste. Apply this paste on the affected part and after about one hour wash the face with warm water.

Tea bags Nuts as a Home Remedy for Dark Circles:

Properties: Normally, we throw the tea bag away after it is used. From now on, those who have dark circles should preserve the tea bag as it is a good remedial measure to get rid of dark circles. The tea bags are available in combinations like herbal tea bags, tea bags with ginger etc. The tea bag referred to here is one without any combinations like herbal or ginger, chocolate etc.

How to treat dark circles using tea bags:

Allow the tea bag to cool. Now keep the bags on the affected part and after about half an hour wash the face well with warm water. Ensure that the bag retains little moisture so that the tea does not drip into the eye. It is always recommended that you lay down comfortably so that the bags can be placed at the appropriate position.

Mint leaves Nuts as a Home Remedy for Dark Circles:

Properties: The mint herb is perennial and it is quite aromatic. It is grown world-over and is largely used in culinary preparations. Mint leaves are known for their medicinal qualities. It cures chest and stomach pains. It whitens teeth and cures insect bites. It contains many antioxidants. Mint is also used in the preparation of perfumes, tooth paste, cosmetics etc.

How to treat dark circles using mint leaves:

Crush the mint leaves and makes a paste of them. Apply this paste on the affected part and after about twenty minutes wash the face thoroughly.

Cranberry juice Nuts as a Home Remedy for Dark Circles:

Properties: These pink-colored fruits are largely grown in Canada and the USA. As a matter of fact, the cranberry is one of the major commercial crops in these two countries. This acidic-tasting fruit is used as edible oil in many European countries. It has a high level of oxygen radical absorbance capacity. Further, it has manganese, vitamin ‘C’ and many fibers.

How to treat dark circles using cranberry juice:

Take about three or four fully ripe cranberries and make about one glass of juice. If you prefer, add some honey to the juice. Drink this juice at least twice a day. You can increase the quantity depending on the intensity of the dark circles. Cranberry juice is available off the shelf, but ensure that no preservatives are added before buying.

Other Natural remedies for Dark Circles

Almond creams are very helpful in reducing dark circles. Apply the cream on the dark circles and after about thirty minutes wash the face thoroughly.

Take vitamin ‘E’ capsules. Make a small hole in the capsule and collect the liquid on the finger tip. Apply this medicine on the affected part.

Take one tablespoon of tomato juice and add about three or four drops of fresh lemon juice. Now add one or two pinches of turmeric. Mix them well with enough white powder. Apply this on the affected part and, after about half an hour, wash the face thoroughly with warm water.

Cold water constricts the blood vessel. It also reduces the puffiness of the vessel. Therefore, as a general rule, while washing your face after the remedies suggested here, use cold water.

Drink at least 8 to 10 glasses of water every day. Remember water removes all impurities in the body.

Do not overexpose your skin to sunlight. Use quality gels to protect the skin.

Rose water has the properties of cooling and removing dark pigmentation. Take rose water in cotton and wipe it thoroughly on the affected part.

Take about one teaspoon of turmeric powder and add some pineapple juice to make it a paste. Apply this to the affected part and after about half an hour wash your face thoroughly with warm water.

Pour water into a spoon and keep the spoon in the freezer. Ensure that the water does not spill in the freezer. After the water in the spoon freezes, take the spoon out and gently rub the spoon on the dark circles until the ice in the spoon melts.

One of the reasons for dark circles is inadequate sleep, so sleep well. Those who are suffering from depression are advised to go through a course on meditation or yoga.

Stop smoking because it is another reason for dark circles.

Sometimes, dark circles may be caused because of inflammation of veins like hemorrhoids etc. In such cases, medical attention is required.

Take green tea because it has lot of antioxidants which are very much helpful in removing toxic materials from the veins.