If you have bad breath and dark circles under your eyes, you might feel self-conscious and uncomfortable being close to people. Luckily, there are many options for treating these conditions. If bad breath doesn't improve with good dental care and a change in diet, check with your dentist to make sure there is nothing more serious underlying your problem breath. Dark circles are usually a cosmetic issue, but if you're concerned or the circles start suddenly or get worse, consult with your doctor.
Step 1
Brush and floss regularly. Bad breath can sometimes be caused by odor-producing bacteria in the mouth, and good oral hygiene can keep that bacteria in check. If you use mouthwash, make sure it's antiseptic and approved by the American Dental Association, or ADA, recommends KidsHealth. Avoid garlic and onion, if possible. These foods can cause bad breath.
Step 2
Improve health habits for better breath and to improve under-eye circles. Smoking can cause bad breath and make circles worse under your eyes. Drinking alcohol and soda that contains caffeine can also make under-eye circles worse, so cut back on these drinks as much as possible. Although lack of sleep generally doesn't cause under-eye circles, making sure to get plenty of rest can help improve the appearance of such circles.
Step 3
Add extra pillows to your bed to reduce under-eye circles and puffiness, as elevating the head can help alleviate these conditions if they are the result of nasal congestion. Also try applying cold compresses to the eyes to reduce circles beneath the eyes.
Step 4
Use concealing makeup to camouflage dark under-eye circles, if they bother you. Many creams are available that are designed to reduce these circles. According to MayoClinic.com, creams that show promise in this area contain vitamin C, vitamin K, vitamin E and retinol. Your doctor might also recommend laser treatments to reduce the appearance of these dark circles, or give you a prescription for special creams that can reduce under-eye circles.
Things You'll Need
- Toothbrush
- Toothpaste
- Dental floss
- Mouthwash
- Cold compress
- Concealing makeup
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