·         Tiredness and Fatigue

·         Dehydration

·         Stress

·         Aging

·         Excessive Exposure to Sunlight

·         Improper Diet

·         Imbalanced Hormones within the body

As there are many causes to the dark under eye circles which can lead to the advanced appearance of aging skin, it is important to realize that aside from the traditional creams, medications, and ointments as well as serums and gels which are meant to reduce dark under eye circles, there are also many herbal, nutrient and vitamin treatments that can be effective in reducing dark under eye circles.

Some of the most popular ways to reduce these dark under eye circles include:

Apple extract. The extract from the apple is an effective way to reduce the dark under eye circles that are associated with aging, fatigue and the other causes. Tannin is the effective ingredient found within the apples and extract which can be an effective way to reduce dark under eye circles. As well as these powerful ingredients, apple can also help to replenish dry skin, reducing the dark under eye circles.

Cucumber is a natural cooling and soothing ingredient that can be an effective way to reduce the puffiness and swelling throughout the eye area in only a few days. The extract from cucumber is used to see results and is used with a variety of other ingredients in the eye creams to de-puff and remove discoloration.

Potato contains helpful starches which can be used to replenish the skin in the area around the eyes. Through these effective ingredients, it can be simple to reduce the dark under eye circles using the inner fruit of the potato, or even the inner sides of the skin when placed upon the lower lid.

Rose water is one of the most effective vitamin and nutrient ingredients that contain no harsh or harmful chemicals. Through the addition of rose water to many treatments, it can be simple to ease the redness that is often a precursor to the dark circles forming throughout the lower lid. Rose water can also reduce swelling and is a good preventative for avoiding dark under eye circles before they occur.

Avoiding chemicals and making the choice to use natural and organic ingredients can help to ease the dryness that occurs throughout the eye area, and effective reduce the appearance of dark under eye circles.

For Dark Circles around the Eyes

3 tsp milk
3 tsp flour
1/4 tsp honey
1/2 of a lemon dash of sugar

Mix all the ingredients together until blended. Don’t be afraid to add more flour if the mixture needs to be thickened, flour will leave the skin with a nice silky texture. Apply an even layer around the eyes, fully covering the dark circles. Leave and let sit until dry, then rinse face with your hands and luke warm water. Re-apply and repeat the process twice over for better results. Works well for dark circles around the eyes.

1 tsp tomato juice 1/2 tsp lemon juice 1 tsp flour pinch turmeric powder This is another good paste for dark circles around the eyes. Lemon is a great aid for bleaching the skin also to restore and replenish white corpuscles. Mix all ingredients together and then spread and cover the area around the eyes. Leave on for 10 minutes and then rinse thoroughly. Tea Remedies 1/4 cup rosemary 1 cup boiling water face cloth Combine the cup of boiling water and the rosemary together and let sit and steep for approximately 25 minutes. Strain and place in the refrigerator to cool. When cooled and a few degrees below room temperature, soak a clean face cloth in the rosemary solution, and then wring out. Rest the cloth on your face, covering the eyes. Leave on for 15 to 20 minutes. This remedy can be used daily or when desired. It is a great cold compress and the rosemary is exceptional for its antioxidant aspects along with being an outstanding stimulant for the skin. The quantities can be multiplied to store for longer use. Warning: Rosemary essential oil is a lot stronger with a high stimulating action that should be avoided by those who have high blood pressure, epilepsy, or undergoing pregnancy. For Puffy Eyes 1 chamomile tea bag 2 cups of boiling water cotton balls Steep the chamomile tea in the boiled water until well steeped, then chill in the refrigerator. Use cotton balls to soak up the tea to apply to the dark areas around the eyes. Let the cotton balls sit on your face for 10 – 15 min, this will keep administrating the camomile through the skin. Camomile is a great anti-inflammatory substance that will function effectively with different procedures and applications. To help puffy eyes, a cold compress works imperatively well, along with facial steams that will also cleanse the pores. The essential oil will improve and regenerate skin, and it also works to tone all different types of skin complexions. Warning: Camomile should be avoided when using anti-coagulant drugs and the essential oil should not be used during pregnancy. Fresh camomile plants can be very strong and can quite possibly give some individuals dermatitis. There is also a high chance that those who have allergies to daisies will suffer allergic reactions from camomile. For Wrinkles around the Eyes Oil 1. At bed time, massage almond oil fully around the eyes. If continued daily, you should notice results after two weeks. Almond oil is greatly appreaciated by the skin and helps alot to improve any dark lines. 2. Usually preffered in the evening, rub and massage coconut oil into places where the skin is wrinkled. Other 1. The juices of green pineapples and apples work great for fine wrinkles and cracked skin. They can be applied to the face daily, letting soak and absorb for 10-15 minutes. 2. For fine wrinkles, rub the core of a pineapple on face and leave for 10-15min. 3. Extract the juice out of potatos and cucumbers. Drench cotton balls, then spread them around eyes and on top of the eyelids for 20 minutes. Wash face with cool water. 4. Lemon juice is excellent to reduce age spots and blemishes, and can be applied a few times throughout the day. 5. Crush and compress spearmint, then spread around the eyes. Leave on for 15-20 minutes. 6. Eat 1 tsp of ginger every morning with a couple drops of honey to take away bitterness. 7. Before going to bed, cover your eyes with cucumber or raw potato for 15 minutes. Wash off with water and apply a cold cream. 8. Before going to bed, massage around your eyes and your dark circles with a cold cream for about 15 minutes. 9. Put metal spoons in the freezer and leave overnight. In the morning take out and rest the back of the spoons over eyes for two minutes on and 2 minutes off. Repeat the process a few times but make sure to use 2 minute intervals on and off the eyes.