With the hectic lifestyle that most people lead, it is near impossible to maintain and take care of dark circles, fine enough time to go shopping for treatments or fix appointments with a Dermatologist. There are also many solutions in the market for removing and treating dark circles like- creams, essential oils, hydrogel pads, etc. Still, not everyone has the money to buy them as these products tend to be very expensive. The cheap ones cannot be trusted for application in delicate areas like our under eyes.

Everyone in the world, be it a woman or a man, is familiar with the world of skincare or at least has a basic knowledge of it. It is a known fact in the skincare community that the most delicate and difficult part of our skin to take care of are the dark circles. The skin under our eyes is very thin and sensitive in nature. Therefore it needs to be handled with the utmost care and attention.

Thus, removing dark circles in a more sustainable and budget-friendly manner arises. The solution for this question is none other than home remedies for dark circles. But before diving into the various home remedies for dark circles, let us first get a bit of insight into what causes dark circles.

what causes dark circles

How do we get Dark Circles?

Causes

For the lucky few, dark circles occur only when there is a lack of sleep, while others are stuck with it forever. Since dark circles are the most common skincare problem that haunts us, there are countless causes. Factors like- stress, aging, genetics, and an unhealthy lifestyle are to name a few. Aging causes the collagen production in our skin to decrease, making it more vulnerable to sagging and UV rays. This thins out the skin under our eyes, leading to prominent dark circles; rubbing the area around our eyes too often also motivates the growth of dark circles.

Stress caused by computer/ mobile screens and mental disparities, and an unhealthy lifestyle such as sleeping late or not being in an elevated position while sleeping is also a dark circle-inducing factor.

Although these factors cause dark circles under our eyes, they are treatable ailments, unlike the genetic periorbital dark circles/hyperpigmentation. Which sadly has no cure due to its hereditary nature and can only be treated mildly or concealed via makeup. This can be credited to the Mediterranean ancestors that we descend from. This type of skin usually has more chances of getting hereditary dark circles and pigmentation around the body.

Home Remedies for Dark Circles: How to Get Rid of “Panda Eyes”

Over time, there have been many home remedies for dark circles. Many beauty bloggers and influencers have experimented with these remedies. But before starting any routine or experimenting with home remedies, it is vital to remember that consistency is the key to yield results from these home remedies.

Each home remedy that will be mentioned should be followed for at least 2-3 months to get noticeable results. It would be even better if these home remedies were incorporated into a person’s daily lifestyle!

Best Routines To Get Rid Of Dark Circles At Home

Cold Compress (Tea Bags, Spoons, Ice Cubes)

home remedies of dark circles

 Cold compress is a budget-friendly and easy method that soothes dark circles and keeps them in control. It is best to do this routine once in the morning and once in the evening. This can be done using ice cubes and spoons chilled in the freezer (preferably metal or silver spoons). Teabags are also a good option because they contain caffeine and antioxidants effective against dark circles.

Still, you need to chill them in the refrigerator for at least 5-10 minutes before use… Organic and Herbal teas are the best option as they don’t contain any harmful chemicals. Popular herbal teas suitable for eye conditions include- chamomile, calendula, lavender, and rooibos, to name a few.

Almond Oil

almond oil

Applying almond oil before going to bed also aids in reducing dark circles. It is rich in Vitamin E, which is said to help produce more collagen inside our skin. Vitamin E is said to work even well when paired with Vitamin C and ferulic acid. Although this combination can’t be considered as a ‘home remedy, it is a good piece of trivia.

Cucumber 

cucumber for dark circles

Cucumbers have skin-lightening and mild astringent properties, making them a perfect fit to fix our panda eyes. This method consists of slicing the cucumbers into medium-sized slices, storing them in the refrigerator for about 30-40 minutes, and letting them rest on our eyes for 10 minutes. Cotton pads soaked in refrigerated cucumber juice are also quite effective, kind of like a DIY eye mask.

Potato

The starch present inside the potatoes is said to have skin-lightening properties. It can be used to lighten our pigmented under eyes. Sliced and refrigerated potatoes and cotton balls soaked in cooled potato juice are an optimum substitute for cucumber.

 Coconut Oil

home remedies for dark circles

Coconut oil has a powerful moisturizing and anti-inflammatory effect on our skin. It is an effective method for lightening our dark circles. It is especially useful in cases of bruises that lead to dark circles. It has an antifungal and antibacterial effect. Direct application onto the dark circles is the best way to utilize this home remedy. Home remedy using coconut oil is mainly practiced in the southern regions of India like Tamil Nadu.

Turmeric

Turmeric aids in minimizing dark circles as they are yet another good source of natural antioxidants and anti-inflammatory components. A mixture of pineapple juice and turmeric powder should be kept on our dark circles for at least 10 minutes before it is washed off with a soft and warm damp cloth.

Dietary Habits

What we eat daily also shows up on our skin. Therefore, to decrease dark circles around our eyes, we need to eat foods rich in antioxidants, collagen, and vitamins C, E, and K. Sesame oil, pigskin, citrus fruits, and tomatoes are some eatables that can be eaten to control or decrease dark circles.

Sleep

sleep is important

Getting 8 hours of peaceful sleep is actually the best home remedy for dark circles that we can practice. Lack of sleep is the major cause of dark circles, so we must have a plentiful amount of sleep.