“How To Cure Your Baggy Eyes”

     The skin under our eyes is extremely delicate, which makes it more sensitive to premature aging. The effects can produce lines, wrinkles and dark circles...

     Before we begin with our "combat" routine, let us look at the top eight reasons why these dark circles could be plaguing our lives...

     Reason 1: Heredity...

     Like varicose veins, dark circles under the eyes are usually an inherited trait. If you have dark circles, there is a good chance that others in your family also have them.

     The skin under the eye is very thin. When blood passes through the large veins close to the surface of the skin it can produce a bluish tint. The more transparent your skin, also an inherited trait, the darker the circles appear.

     Reason 2: Exposure to the Sun...

     Even in darker skinned people, exposure to sunlight, especially during the summer months, can cause a higher-than-normal level of skin pigmentation (melanin) under the eyes.

     People get sun tans because exposure to the sun increases the natural pigmentation of the skin and draws that pigmentation to the surface. The same principle applies to the skin under the eyes.

     Reason 3: Allergies, Asthma, Eczema...

     Any condition that you have that causes your eyes to itch can contribute to darker circles under the eyes because rubbing or scratching the skin can darken the skin.

     Hay fever sufferers particularly will notice under-eye "smudges" during the height of the allergy season. Some food allergies can also cause the area under the eyes to appear darker.

     Reason 4: Medications...

     Any medications that you are taking that cause blood vessels to dilate can cause circles under the eyes to darken. Because the skin under the eyes is very delicate, any increase blood flow shows through the skin.

     Reason 5: Nutrition...

     The lack of nutrients in the diet, or the lack of a balanced diet, can contribute to the discoloration of the area under the eyes.

     Reason 6: Fatigue or Lack of Sleep...

     A lack of sleep or excessive tiredness can cause paleness of the skin, which again allows the blood underneath the skin to become more visible and appear more blue or darker.

     Reason 7: Pregnancy and Menstruation...

     The skin can also become paler during pregnancy and menstruation, which again allows the underlying veins under the eyes to become more visible.

     Reason 8: Age...

     If you have a propensity to have dark circles under you eyes, as you grow older, they are likely to become more noticeable and permanent.

     Excess folds of skin under the eyes will also make dark circles more pronounced.

     So, if you're sick and tired of your eyes looking like you just stepped out of a ring with Muhammed Ali, try these eight tips to combat dark circles:

     Tip 1: You can quickly soothe your tired eyes with a cucumber eye pack or a baggy eye treatment.

     How is this done?

     Slice a cucumber and put it over both of your eyes. Lie down (you deserve it!) and leave it on your eyelids for twenty minutes.

     Tip 2: If you suffer from puffiness, you should try sleeping with your head a little higher (make sure your neck is supported) so that fluid cannot accumulate as easily in the eye area.

     Try this method out for two weeks and you'll notice a significant difference.

     Tip 3: To cover-up dark circles when no other solution is present, use a product that covers well, yet is light in texture.

     Use one with Mica to reflect light because when light isn't reflected properly, it can cause a "light reflection" in your under eye area making dark circles seem darker.

     Tip 4: Reduce your stress!

     Some say that those dark circles are encouraged by stress- it can cause an increase in melanin production under your eyes.

     If you can't rid that stress right now, make sure you are taking enough vitamins with plenty of the Vitamin B family.

     Tip 5: For a longer lasting treatment, incorporate an under-eye moisturizer into your daily beauty routine.

     You should choose a product that is enriched with products like elastin, collagen, and Vitamin E. Be careful not to over moisturize as that can clog pores.

     Tip 6: Avoid purchasing concealers that contain oils as the oil will settle into the fine lines under your eye and draw further attention to that area.

     Also, try to avoid purchasing over-the-counter facial and body bleaches: only use those prescribed by a dermatologist.

     Tip 7: Stay hydrated!

     If you drink plenty of water, this will actually prevent your body from trying to retain it.

     When your body attempts to retain water, it causes a counterproductive swelling affect that happens all over- including under the eyes.

     Tip 8: Watch your diet!

     Make a mental note to cut down on sodium and caffeine. Both of these can promote water retention that can settle in your face as you sleep, causing puffy eyes.

     Eat plenty of fruits and vegetables which will also lower body fat!

     The easiest way to reduce dark circles is to take care of yourself- get plenty of sleep, cut out the smoking and eat healthy. Your body will thank you in more ways than one!

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     Sarah Jane

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