Hello everyone!
Since the holidays I have found myself to be exhausted! With a full-time job, a 4yr old son, and a husband who sometimes seems to be as needy as our child, I'm beat and my eyes are showing it. I have been using cucumber slices almost every morning and that seems to help with the puffy-ness but my eyes still just look like two big dark circles on my head, it's awful! Does anyone have any at home remedies or even products i can purchase to help fix this? Im already using the yellow concealer under my eyes nd it helps a little but I would really appreciate any other suggestions!
I look forward to reading your response!
Thank you so much to everyone that responded to my post. All of your answers were very helpful. I do drink plenty of water and take a multivitamin, but i know i need more rest. I set-up an appointment with my PCP to possibly have blood work done. The thought of possibly being anemic never crossed my mind and even though I HATE needles id rather be safe than sorry. I also plan on trying out some new products which is always fun! Thank you again for all the great advice, it is much appreciated!
GO TO SLEEP! And drink lots of water. Leave some stuff undone and go to bed early a few nights in a row. And drink some more water. My husband and daughter are prone to those dark circles- and man! they show up when they are tired. A good night's rest and lots of fluids and they are circle free...
Good luck. I know "go to sleep" is often easier said than done..
Try getting more vitamin K, or if you don't take a multivitamin try that first, if you do try the vitamin k, they have it in a cream to for dark circles and spider veins.
I have used Dermablend concealer for years under my eyes and on blemishes. You can find it at Dillards. It's a little pricey, but lasts forever.
AS one person said, rest and water are best. Also, do you have any allergies? Seasonal allergies can often cause dark circles under the eyes. If this is a problem, getting these treated can help.
I really like the concealer from Aveda. It is all natural and gives me great coverage.
-N.
Rest and drink water. That is the natural way to take care of it. Also are you taking a multivitamin with iron? It will also help you.
Does your mother or grandmother have this problem also? It could be hereditary. Then you can conceal it, but it will always be there.
Just something to think about...could you be anemic?? I had begun noticing really dark circles under my eyes, exhaustion, and some shortness of breath this past fall. I just thought I was a tired, out of shape mom. Treating my anemia has made me feel tons better and my dark circles are all but gone. As for cosmetic tricks...try only putting mascara on your top eye lashes to minimize shadows under the eye. Hope you get some rest!
Hi J.,
Well I have to agree with water and rest, dark circles are a sign that your body is telling you I need rest and I am dehydrated. A good regimen of vitamins a day and water with rest will snap that color away. Work from within and in the meanwhile a little concealer will help. Lack of rest will cause alot of damage to the body and not enough water too. If you don't like the taste of water nestle puts out this great orange water its 2.99 for a 6 pack of 16oz. Zero carbs,zero sugar, zero fat. Its good stuff! In the mean while water, rest and a friend to help out with the kidos hehee.. best of luck!
I must reiterate--nothing works like rest and hydration! It might not be easy, but your body is gonna get it one way or another--either you give it rest, or it will just crash and take it. Send your husband and son AWAY for an entire day on the weekend, and just lounge around all day...stay in bed if you want. Drink plenty water (and eat "wet foods" like fruits and fruit popsicles) and watch comedies on TV. The laughter will help you de-stress.
do you currently take vitamins and minerals?
I have always had dark circles under my eyes. i just don't conceal them, they are always there ;) i am pretty certain i am anemic and am having to see the doc this week to remedy that. i do notice that when i keep up with getting enough vitamins and minerals they are better. maybe check your iron levels, i am doing just that!
good luck!
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Try sleeping with your head elevated to reduce water retention, drink lots of water during the day...might help a little. goodluck!
Do you have an Avon lady? Avon has several products that help with dark circles under the eyes.... If you do not have a rep. Contact me with your zip code, and I can find one who lives near you.
Apply a white eye shadow on the dark spots and then apply your foundation. This lightens it but isn't as obvious since the foundation covers it.
Other recommendation: Get some rest. Your body will peter out in other more critical ways if you don't.
Good luck!
J.,
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Best,
T. Long
Independent Consultant
Arbonne International
I love Bobby Brown concealer! It is amazing. I have struggled with dark circles my whole life and this makes you look fantastic. Good luck
Mary Kay has 2 great TimeWise eye products....a firming eye cream which brightens and firms the skin around your eyes and a Targeted-action eye revitalizer that depuffs and gets rid of dark circles under your eyes. Message me if you would like further information.
A. Orr
Independent Beauty Consultant
Cucumbers do work for puffiness, however for the dark circles, you want to use lemon juice. Before you go to put, put 2-3 drops of lemon juice on a finger and lightly rub underneath each eye. When you wake up the circles will either be completely gone or else much lighter and then can easily use a base or concealer.
Get your Iorn levels checked. sounds like anemia. or you can try a multi vitamin. But I would get the blood work.
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Avon's Lighten Up Plus Eye Cream worked wonders on my sisters very dark circles. I was amazed. I don't sell it but you can go to Avons website and find a consultant near you. It is regularly $15 but they put it on sale some times. Good luck! I have bags under my eyes and a Dr. told me that no amount of eyecream would help. He said it would take plastic surgery. I have tried so many products for that to no avail.
They did say on that new show the Dr.s that you can use lemon for brown age spots so maybe it would work for your problem as well.
Hello J.,
I have been called Racoon Eyes (lovingly) in the past. I understand! I use 2 products to combat the dark circles and then of of course my foundation and concealer. It's a little lengthy to go into here but I invite you to call me at ###-###-#### so we can chat and I can explain. It truly does work and I can teach you how! I look forward to speaking with you. I live in Spring.
God Bless,
Annie
Mary Kay sells this really great cold gel for just that. It comes in a small container you keep in the fridge, you only need a small dab and it works wonders. I have 4 kidos and a husband that is the same as yours a bit needy himself.
I hope this helps.
Vitamin K is supposed to help with the dark circles. You might also go in to your doctor for a full physical and see if you have any kind of deficiency. You may be lacking in some kind of vitamin.
Lots of cosmetic companies make vitamin k creams for under eyes. Olay may have one, I know Mary Kay has one. Good luck.
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Good luck and Get some rest if that is possible.
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