We love Do It Yourself (DIY) recipes. They are inexpensive, fast and natural. A real win-win.
Dark circle under our eyes age us right away and give us a tired look.
This mint DIY dark eye circles remedy is easy and it really works.
DIY dark eye circle remedy:
Instructions:
Rinse and chop a few organic mint leaves
Place the leaves under the eyes
Leave for 20 minutes
For a more potent version: Put the mint leaves in the fridge so they are cold when you apply them
Rinse
Moisturize with a few drops of calendula herbal oil
We recommend Mountain Rose Herbs as a reputable source for essential and herbal oils.
Try this recipe, your eyes and wallet will thank you!
Some basic tips to avoid dark eye circles:
- Make sure you drink enough water during the day ( 6 to 8 glasses).
- Get an adequate amount of sleep ( 7 to 9 hours).
- Use a caffeine based eye cream which will help constrict blood vessels.
- Double up on pillows at night to stop blood from building up under your eyes.
- In the am and before going to bed: apply a cold compress for five to 7 minutes to constrict the blood vessels.
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