Dark Circles - Causes and Remedies

                                                  

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The dark circles are considered to be the second most popular dermatological issues, acne being the first. Dark circles are non hormonal problems of skin mostly appears under the eyes. Some of the common causes of dark circles are : 

   

    Aging:  As an individual ages the collagen and the fat from the skin decreases thus resulting in the     visibility of the blue blood vessels under the eyes. 

   Heredity: though it might sound surprising but in certain cases dark circles are an inherited non hormonal skin problem. 

     Nasal Congestions: Many a time our nose gets blocked due to allergies or cold. This darkens the vein draining from the eyes, thus causing dark circles.

Once becoming aware of the side effects of the artificial chemicals and harsh ingredient which are mostly used in manufacturing the beauty and health products, majority of the consumers are now keen to get acquainted with the home remedies which are not only simple but are also easily available These artificially derived cosmetic products may have negative effects in our skin

 

The modern day lifestyle has lead to lot of complications .The hectic schedule, unpredictable working hour, lack of sleep have negative effects on our health. One such common problem is the visibility of dark circles under our eyes. There are numerous cosmetic products which promises of curing almost all kind problems related to health issues within a blink of an eye .However various surveys and tests have indeed nullified such demands. Moreover these kinds of products may have negative side effects too.

 

It is essential to check and control some of our habits and lifestyle which contributes to dark circles. Some of them are as follows: consumption of alcoholic beverages, smoking, drinking sodas containing caffeine.

 

Dark circle is a common problem and is experienced by almost everyone in a family. There are many natural remedies which can help in treating the dark circles. Some of the most popular and recommended ones will be discussed in this article.

  

 Turmeric is known to have anti oxidant property which plays an important role in treating the damages in the sensitive area below our eyes .These infections are mostly caused by free radicals. One such common damage is the dark circle. A fine past of turmeric powder (good quality) and pineapple juice can work wonder if applied on a regular basis. The application of the paste should not be more than ten minutes. This combination of pineapple juice and turmeric powder not only reduces the visibility of the dark circle but will also help in eliminating it. 

Honey and almond oil are some of the common ingredients which majority of the eye lotions and creams are made of. Since these are used as basic ingredients by the manufacturer then why waste money to buy those creams? Try and make a paste of honey and almond oil .The mixing should be of equal part (e.g. 1:1)apply the mixture below the eye (on the dark circles) and leave it for 10 minutes. Try this method at least for a fortnight and see the difference. 

 

Lack of proper nutrition is also one of the main causes of dark circle. It is important that we have a balanced nutrition which must contain equal amount of minerals and vitamins. By following a healthy diet chart you can automatically diminish the chances of dark circle.

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Water is considered to be the best beverage for any health related issues. The water is not only responsible for keeping your body hydrated and fresh but also removes the harmful toxins. Therefore drink sufficient amount of water

One of the common practices for removing the dark circle is applying thin and round pieces of cucumber and potato on your eyes. The cooling effect of the vegetables not only removes the puff but also relaxes the surrounding nerves.

  

It is also important to check the salt contain in your regular food habits. It is a fact that excessive salt in the food leads to the retention of fluids and this automatically leads to the puffy eyes.

 

  

Another interesting source is the tea bags (cold and used ones)Place them above your eyes, they help in reducing the dark circles.

 Vitamin K is known for repairing damaged capillaries present under our eyes. Therefore make sure that you increase the intake of Vitamin K. There are many vegetables which contains this important mineral. The commonly found are the cabbages, kiwis, grapes, mango, Cucumber etc.

 

 One of the greatest causes of dark circle is stress. In order to avoid dark circles try and find ways to relax. There can be various ways depending upon the one you want. Some of the popular suggestion is yoga or meditation. Many prefer to lie down with closed eye in a dark room and relax the body as well as the mind. In order to avoid dark circles it is essential not only to rest your body but also your mind

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It is also essential to take care of your eyes while you are going out specially during the day time.Always use sunglasses whenever you step out in the sun.