Read on to find out how you can get rid of those dark, unsightly under-eye bags right now.
Often, under-eye bags can age our appearance worse than grey hairs and crow’s feet. But unlike silver strands and wrinkles, there are a number of all-natural remedies for under-eye bags that are easy to execute, and extremely effective.
Apply cold tea bags
One of the simplest and most helpful tools one can use when fighting against dark under-eye bags can actually be found in your kitchen cupboard. Green tea bags are fantastic for under-eye bags. Green tea is a natural source of caffeine, and caffeine helps to quickly reduce puffiness and restore elasticity around the eyes. Further to this, green tea contains antioxidants that are highly beneficial to the skin. Simply soak the tea bags in hot water, as if you were going to make a cup of tea to drink. Then, place the tea bags on a plate, and put the plate in the fridge for 1-2 hours. Place the cold tea bags over both eyes and lay down for half an hour, or until the tea bags are at room temperature. Only use the tea bags once.
Maintain a healthy diet
A healthy, balanced diet, rich in vitamins, and high in hydrants, can substantially improve your appearance, and reduce dark circles under the eyes. A lack of vitamin K or a B12 deficiency can be the cause for these ghastly bags, so making sure to incorporate foods like cabbage, spinach, or other leafy green vegetables, can be very helpful. Alternatively, consider supplements containing these vitamins if greens aren’t really your thing. Another important step is to reduce salt intake significantly. Too much salt in the diet causes the body to retain water, and puffiness under the eyes can sometimes be the result of bloat in an unusual place. Having a sodium-rich diet can also cause the blood vessels under the skin to appear bluer, as too much salt can impair circulation.
Clear your nasal passages
Believe it or not, a blocked nose can actually create the dark circles under your eyes that we hate so much. When the veins around your sinuses are darkened and dilated, this can spread upwards toward the eyes, so ensuring that your nasal passages are clear might be all you need. Try a saline rinse, a non-abrasive nose spray, or a facial steam to loosen any built up mucus that may be causing congestion.
Using household staples like tea bags, improving your diet and vitamin intake, and managing congestion might be all you need to find yourself bright-eyed and feeling your best in no time. Throw in eight solid hours of sleep, and you’ll be “unpacking” those under-eye bags before you know it.
