How to Remedy Tired Looking Eyes

Refresh tired looking eyes!

The skin under the eye is the thinnest anywhere on the body so it is prone to dryness and is more delicate than skin elsewhere on the body. There are also many blood vessels around the eyes which can show through, causing dark under eye circles which force us to buy loads of expensive under-eye cream. The alternative is looking like a member of the Addams Family.Here are some steps to improve those tired looking eyes!

Difficulty:

Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need

• cold spoons
• cold cucumber slices
• cool squeezed-out tea bags
• (choose one or all three)

1. There can actually be many causes for dark circles under the eyes. One of the most common is sleep, however it can also be related to diet deficiencies, prolonged sun exposure, or it could just be genetic.

   So really, the first and best remedy for dark circles under the eyes is just living an overall healthy life. Eat healthy, get a regular and consistent amount of sleep, drink lots of water, wear sunglasses, and don't hide the vegetables in your napkin at dinner.

2. Step two is what you can do if you are looking for more immediate results.

   The most cliche remedy for dark under eye circles is actually one of the best. Placing slices of cool cucumber directly over the eye so it has contact with the skin will sooth and brighten the skin. Leave the thin, cool slices of cucumber on the eyes for about 5-10 minutes.

3. Cool tea bags places on the eyes can also help revitalize the under eye skin. A cool, squeezed tea bag (you don't want tea dripping into your eyes!) such as green, black, or white will help with puffiness and dark circles. Leave on the eyes for ten minutes. The caffeine will help in diminishing puffiness and circles and tea also includes beneficial antioxidants. Herbal tea containing chammomile can be soothing for puffy eyes, but will not have the same effects as tea from the tea leaf.

4. If your eyes are tired and puffy, you can also try placing cold spoons over the eyes. They will help cool and soothe puffy eyes and will be refreshing for the skin and the eye.

Tips & Warnings

• Listen to what your mom told you. Eat your vegetables and get a good night's rest!