Give eight ways you can get rid of dark circles under your eyes. Do NOT list sleep as one of them.
1. Cold compress: Apply a cold compress, a chilled spoon, or a cool tea bag on your eyes for a few minutes. The cold temperature helps constrict blood vessels, reducing puffiness and dark circles.
2. Cucumber slices: Place freshly cut cucumber slices on your closed eyes and leave them for 10-15 minutes. Cucumbers have a cooling effect and contain antioxidants that can help lighten dark circles.
3. Rosewater: Soak cotton pads in rosewater and place them over your closed eyes for 10-15 minutes. Rosewater has soothing properties and can help reduce dark circles.
4. Green tea bags: Brew two green tea bags, let them cool, and place them over your eyes for 15-20 minutes. Green tea contains antioxidants and tannins that can help reduce puffiness and dark circles.
5. Tomato paste: Mix one teaspoon of tomato paste with a teaspoon of lemon juice. Apply this mixture to the dark circles area and leave it for 10-15 minutes before rinsing off. Tomatoes are rich in antioxidants and have bleaching properties that can help lighten dark circles.
6. Almond oil: Gently massage a few drops of almond oil under your eyes before going to bed. Almond oil is known to improve blood circulation and moisturize the delicate skin, reducing the appearance of dark circles.
7. Keep hydrated: Drinking an adequate amount of water throughout the day helps maintain skin hydration and can reduce the appearance of dark circles caused by dehydration.
8. Vitamin E oil: Apply a small amount of vitamin E oil to the under-eye area and massage it gently. Vitamin E promotes skin repair and regeneration, potentially reducing the intensity of dark circles.
How do you make rosewater?
To make rosewater at home, you'll need fresh rose petals and distilled water. Here's a simple method:
1. Collect fresh rose petals from fragrant roses. Make sure they are free from pesticides or chemicals. About 1-2 cups of rose petals will suffice.
2. Rinse the rose petals thoroughly with water to remove any dirt or impurities.
3. Place a heat-resistant bowl or pot inside a larger pot to create a makeshift double boiler.
4. Add the rose petals in the larger pot and pour enough distilled water to cover them.
5. Place the lid on the larger pot upside down so that it acts as a concave surface, facing down towards the rose petals.
6. Bring the water in the larger pot to a simmer. As the water heats up, steam will be generated, condensing on the lid and dripping down into the smaller bowl or pot.
7. Simmer the rose petals for about 30 minutes to an hour, keeping the heat on low. The steam will carry the fragrant rose oil and beneficial properties into the distilled water.
8. Once done, carefully remove the lid and turn off the heat. Allow the rosewater to cool down completely.
9. Strain the liquid through a fine-mesh sieve or cheesecloth to remove any residue or petal particles. Ensure you collect the clear rosewater in a clean container.
10. You can pour the rosewater into a spray bottle or store it in a sealed glass bottle. Keep it refrigerated for longer shelf life.
Note: Homemade rosewater lacks preservatives, so it's essential to use it within a few weeks and discard it if it develops an off odor or appearance.