Eye bags are one of the most common beauty problems among women and men. Puffiness of the eyes is caused by many reasons including excessive crying, excessive physical stress, genetics, dermatitis, hormonal changes in the body, a change in weather, sinus problems, hangovers, bad diet, lack of sleep and some allergic reaction.
There are some home remedies to treat your eye bags that are cheaper and safer than the alternative methods of treating under eye bags. Here are some of the home remedies to get rid of dark circle fast: But then, you must be patient to take this challenging task!
1. Cucumbers
This is a very simple remedy for your eye bags. Take that chilled 2 slice cucumber from the fridge and place theses cucumber slices on your eyes and relax for 25 minutes. The coolness of the cucumbers will soothe the eye and the anti-inflammatory properties help to reduce the inflammation of the skin.
2. Potato
This vegetable has anti–inflammatory properties and makes it a good remedy in reducing the swelling under the eye due to water retention. Refrigerate the potato for some time and cut the potato in round slices. Place two slices on both of your eyes. It should cover the puffed areas of the eye. Leave the potatoes over the eyes for at least 20 minutes and wash wit cold water.
3. Treat Eye Bags With Chilled Tea Bags
You can use green tea bags or black tea bags, both can help soothe puffy and irritated eyes. They contain caffeine that reduce swelling around your eyes. Put the tea bags in hot water for a minute and then refrigerate it for some time. Lie down and put the tea bags over the eyelids. Leave them in place for 10-15 minutes. Wash your eyes in cold water after 30 minutes. You will have refreshed eyes.
4. Milk
Milk is one of the best remedy to fight against eye bags because milk helps to cool and soothe the tired eyes and also reduces water retention by the tissues under the eyes. Take two cotton pads and dip them in chilled milk. Now place the cotton pads over the eyes and rest for 20-30 minutes. Wash off with cold water to see normal looking eyes. Repeat this remedy for a few days, if you are constantly having this problem.
5. Almond Oil
Almond oil reduces puffiness and dark circles around the eye. The vitamins present in the oil nourish the skin and the oil moisturizes the skin. Take two to three drops of almond oil and apply it under your eye and massage the area lightly using your ring finger before going to bed. Do not apply pressure while massaging. Massaging improves the blood circulation around the eyes and reduces water retention around the eyes.
6. Vitamin E Oil
Vitamin E is necessary for the skin health and applying vitamin E will help to keep the skin under the eye healthy. This also helps to reduce the swelling around the eyes. Mix few drops of vitamin E oil in chilled water taken in a bowl. Mix it thoroughly. Now dip the cotton pads in this and place it on the eyes. Leave the cotton pads over the eyes for about 20 minutes to reduce swelling under the eyes.
7. Egg White
Beat the egg white in a bowl and apply this around the eyes using a smooth make up brush or soft cloth. After the egg white dries, it gives a stiff feel. Leave the egg white over the puffed area at least 20 minutes and then wash the face with cold water. You will see that the area under the eye has become less puffy and tighter.
8. Chilled Spoons
Take a glass of chilled water and four stainless steel spoons and put the spoons in the chilled water for a minute., or put your spoons for ten minutes in the freezer. Take out two spoons and place the spoons over the eyes. The chillness will help to constrict the blood vessels and reduce the puffiness.
Switch the spoons after some time and take the other two chilled spoons and repeat the procedure till there is a reduction in puffiness.
9. Cold Splash
Splash cold water on your face and eyes because this the easiest remedy for eye bags. In most of the cases puffiness of the eye will be caused by the fluid retention under the eyes. This is due to poor circulation of fluids. You can bring back your eyes to the normal condition by splashing cold water on the puffed areas around the eye as well as to the rest of the face. The cold splash will help to correct the fluid circulation and to remove the retained liquid under the eye.
Extra tips to prevent the under eye bags or puffy eyes.
Drink plenty of water to prevent water Build-up around eyes
Reduce the intake of sodium.
Sleep tight and sleep right
Do not keep the head bend down for a long time
Do exercises to improve blood circulation