5 DIY tips to eliminate dark under-eye circles
Nothing frustrates us more than dark under-eye circles. While we’re all about using makeup to cover them up, nothing beats a good masking concealer, there are some pretty awesome DIY beauty fixes that can actually help reduce and prevent dark under-eye circles.
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Did you know that if you reduce your salt intake it can help prevent dark under-eye circles? Discover more DIY beauty hacks to help treat dark under-eye circles and watch the above video.
What you’ll need to banish those pesky dark under-eye circles:
- Cotton pads
- Rosewater
- Small bowl
- Sliced cucumber
- An extra pillow
- Sliced cold raw potatoes
Why do you suffer from dark under-eye circles? What’s your trick for banishing dark under-eye circles?
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Another cause of dark under-eye circles is dehydration. Always ensure that you drink plenty of water.
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My top tip is don't have children lol
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No matter how I try I just can't manage to sleep on my back. I think my dark circles are a bit genetic as well. I do however keep well hydrated so that's a plus. Thanks for the information. Good to read.
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I am not a DIY person and don't like the idea of any food going near my face. I wouldn't mind splurging on a good eye cream as it is my area of concern
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Wow, I never expected to see sliced potatoes on this list of treatments! Who knew?! I use the Arbonne Calm Soothing Eye Gel. It helps a little.
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Loved this vid!! I tend to use a concealor and cheat by disguising my dark circles! I mix two fave concealers together to get one just how I like it and I apply it with a Nude By Nature concealer brush.
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Any suggestion of where I can get good quality pure rosewater from? I saw some at my local Indian shop but it seems they were all artificially flavoured
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Maybe iherb Moonlight or possibly make your own if you have roses. (google a Youtube article on how to do it) and the other thing is - I picked some up at Aldi about a year ago. TVSN also stocked the same one exactly at one stage! Just shows how Aldi can be weird but it can also be not too bad for some things! ; )
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Thankyou CCW for all the great suggestions. It seems the universe was listening and I won some awesome Rose water Mist from House of Immortelle. It smells divine and I would repurchase it when it gets used up.
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some great tips. My dark circles are stubborn and hereditary so really hard to remove.
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I've noticed dark circles only during the past few weeks so I'm just off to grab a potato and cucumber.
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My eyes get incredibly sore and tired mid arvo, and illuminating concealers are the best for under the eyes
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Avoid eye creams.
Sleep on your back.
Drink enough water.
Reduce salt, sugar and caffeine.
Up your vitamin intake through diet and supplements.
Take antihistamines.
Moisturise and help retain hydration by using a cream with a decent humectant.
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I try to sleep on my back but can't doze off unless I am on my side lol
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ahahha yeah same i try super hard i heard that putting a pillow right under your knees puts the hip reflexers in a comfy position for back sleeping and that does kinda work for me, altho i end up getting bored and then turn over lol
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Yes my husband is trying that, the pillow is always on the floor in the morning lol
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I have the samw issue but I’m training myself to sleep on my back!
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Retraining would take ages, snoring from my husband is one reason to sleep on my side lol
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My dark circles never leave, I have tried natural remedies and so many eye creams and gels with minimal change. I suffer allergy's , problems sleeping and have very translucent skin around the eye area, so I just conceal, conceal conceal. The best thing about any treatment is the relaxation and feeling pampered.
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I find consuming 2000mg of vitamin C daily helps with my overall complexion. Excessive? Maybe...
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Sleeping on your back and employing humectants such as glycerine and hyaluronic acid under eyes helps immensely.
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Inspired to do some pampering now ;)
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Anyone else tried potatoes and found it worked at all?!
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I've never found it effective but I do love cucumber slices...
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I've tried a few of these, sadly my dark circles are genetic...
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