Dark circles under your eyes can make you look older and possibly more fatigued than you really are. They can appear for reasons such as lack of sleep, lack of hydration, or genetics, or they can come from aging, when the skin beneath your eye becomes thinner and more relaxed, according to Ultimate-Cosmetics.com.
Concealer
Concealer is the fastest way to cover up dark circles under the eye, according to Ultimate-Cosmetics.com. A common mistake women make is choosing a concealer that is too light for their skin tone. Ultimate-Cosmetics.com states that when you use a color too light for your skin, this creates a “reverse raccoon” effect, making the skin under your eyes much lighter than the rest of your skin. Ultimate-Cosmetics.com recommends choosing a gold-colored concealer, one that specifically matches your skin tone. The gold color from the concealer will counteract the blue-colored skin beneath your eyes. Apply the concealer to your entire eye area, not just under your eyes. This will help you blend the concealer into your skin. Ultimate-Cosmetics.com also recommends dusting with a powder foundation to keep makeup in place. Avoid attracting attention under your eyes. Do not use eyeliner near the bottom of your eye, nor mascara on your bottom lashes.
Chilled Cucumber Slices
You may see actresses sporting chilled cucumber slices in movies, and they really do work. Slice a cucumber into thin circular pieces, then refrigerate it. According to EyeCareBasics.com, resting chilled cucumber slices on our eyes has the same effect for our skin as it does when we drink water: it hydrates the skin. EyeCareBasics.com recommends resting the chilled cucumber slices on your eyes for at least 10 minutes; this allows your skin to absorb hydration from the cucumber.
Cooled Chamomile Tea Bags
Chamomile, according to EyeCareBasics.com, has healing and soothing properties. Steep a bag of chamomile tea and allow it to cool down completely. Once the chamomile tea bag has cooled, place it on the dark area under your eye and allow it to rest there for at least 20 minutes. According to EyeCareBasics.com, the benefits from using a chamomile tea bag will be enhanced if you follow up with a moisturizer after the treatment.
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