Early rises, a busy working day, prolonged sitting at a computer or documents ... After which all signs of fatigue soon appear on the face, especially in the area around the eyes. Sometimes the cause of the appearance of dark circles can be a violation of the activity of internal organs.
If the results of the examination of the body dispelled all doubts about the disease, then this problem can be solved by simple and affordable methods that will help reduce bags and bruises under the eyes. How to remove such common signs of fatigue?
Tea Compress
When brewing morning tea, you can leave a small amount for the procedure. It is necessary to allow the infusion to cool, soak a cotton pad and apply it to the dark area under the eyes. Thanks to tea brewing, the skin tones and takes on a healthier look. A similar compress for the eyes is also prepared from green tea, herbal decoction or cucumber juice. The procedure takes only 15 minutes. After the compress, it is recommended to use a piece of ice in circular movements in the eye area. It can be frozen purified water or herbal decoction. After morning treatments, you can start applying cosmetics.
Herbal compress
In the evening, bags and bruises under the eyes are especially noticeable. How to remove them, as well as relieve the stress that has accumulated over the whole day? The easiest way is to attach the chilled cucumber rings, lie down and relax as much as possible. Juice gently brightens dark spots under the eyes, and cold relieves swelling and tension. Before going to bed, you can prepare a sage broth - 2 teaspoons of herbs in a glass of boiling water, insist for half an hour and pour half. Heat the rest, cool the second. Moisten two cotton pads in each liquid and alternately apply a well warm and cold eye compress. At the end of the procedure, apply a moisturizing gel or cream.
Industrial facilities. How to choose
On the shelves of stores you can find a large number of funds promising to get rid of signs of fatigue around the eyes. Of course, it is better to use natural infusions and masks prepared at home. But sometimes this is not possible. For example, on the road or on a trip. In such a case, it’s better to stock up with a finished cosmetic product from a store or pharmacy. What should I look for when choosing?
Remedies for bags under the eyes should have the most natural composition. It is good if it contains infusion or peppermint extract. It has an excellent cooling effect, helps relieve muscle tension and soothes the skin.
Caffeine-based fluids and gels have become very popular. This component acts instantly, tones up well and removes swelling. Cosmetic tonics and emulsions are available, which contain cucumber juice. With their help, you can quickly reduce bags and bruises under the eyes. How to remove swelling in this way? Very simple. A small amount of the product should be cooled to a comfortable temperature, soak a cotton swab with it and apply to the problem area. Hold for about a quarter of an hour. This procedure helps reduce puffiness due to exposure to coolness, cucumber juice in the composition refreshes and gently whitens dark areas of the skin, and moisturizing components saturate with moisture.
Ice cubes
Of folk remedies, ice cubes with cranberries are often used. This little berry is a record holder for the content of vitamins, of which the largest are ascorbic acid and antioxidants. They are the main means of combating the first signs of aging and aging of the skin, which is more susceptible to the delicate area around the eyes. Frozen berries or their juice are excellent natural remedies for bags under the eyes.
At home, it is easy and simple to prepare a variety of masks that will help reduce the appearance of bruises and puffiness. All the necessary components can always be found in the kitchen.
Mask of potatoes
For example, an excellent mask for bruising under the eyes is obtained from raw grated potatoes. The required amount is 1 teaspoon, to which is added the same amount of finely chopped cabbage. To give the desired consistency, it is better to add cosmetic clay. The resulting mixture must be applied to the problem area and kept for 5-7 minutes. Wash off the mask with cool water. Complete the procedure by rubbing the skin with ice.
Parsley mask
Another simple and effective product that can remove swelling under the eyes is fresh parsley. It must be crushed, and even better - grind in a mortar. About 2 teaspoons of gruel will be needed. Then you need to collect the greens (along with the juice that has stood out) and evenly distribute on two small sections of gauze. Fold the impregnated tissue several times and put on the swollen area. Hold for 10-15 minutes, then wipe the skin with ice and apply cream.
Another good mask
A mask of honey, pumpkin and cucumber will help eliminate bags and bruises under the eyes. How to remove them with such simple products? It is necessary to grind vegetables to a uniform consistency. Honey should be heated in a water bath to a warm and liquid state. Mix all ingredients thoroughly and apply to bags under the eyes. This procedure is best done just before bedtime. The exposure time is 15 minutes.
Gymnastics will help
Sagging muscles often result from sagging muscles as a result of age-related changes or facial expressions. In this case, it is recommended to do gymnastics for the face, which is an excellent alternative to plastic surgery. Some useful exercises:
- Using the fingertips, you should fix the inner and outer corner of the eye, apply slight pressure, and raise your eyes up. The correct movement can be determined by the appearance of a pleasant tension of the zone under the lower eyelid.
- Put your fingers under the lash line below and feel the facial bone. It is easy to squeeze the skin, eyes up until tension appears.
The complex must be performed daily, starting from 3-5 times and reaching up to 10. At the end of the gymnastics, massage the problem area with light tapping finger movements. It will immediately become apparent how the blood circulation of the trained muscles is being improved. This is the best time to apply care products, as they absorb instantly.
Useful Tips
Ladies with regular edema after sleep are advised to adhere to the following rules:
- the amount of fluid consumed, starting in the afternoon, should be gradually reduced;
- limit pickles and pickles, as they retain moisture in the body;
- reduce the amount of sugar in the diet, it can be the cause of thirst;
- masks for the skin around the eyes can be applied no more than 2 times a week;
- compresses are permissible to do daily or as needed;
- cosmetics for the eye area must be selected individually, it should have a light consistency, since the skin in these areas is very thin and delicate;
- after consultation with a doctor, you can try a special lymphatic drainage facial massage, performed only by professional cosmetologists;
- the temperature in the room during sleep should be as comfortable as possible;
- the room must be often ventilated;
- you should take the habit of conducting regular training, during which excess moisture is released in the form of sweat.
Conclusion
It so happens that even compliance with all cosmetic recommendations to combat this problem does not save, and bags under the eyes are still obvious and noticeable. Treatment in this case can only be prescribed by a doctor.