In this issue, let us look at another common skin problem and how we can avoid it - DARK CIRCLES in the following structure:
A. Why do we have dark circles
B. 9 Ways to get rid of dark circles
A. Why do we have dark circles
Dark Circles: The lack of sleep and stress can affect your looks, especially under our eyes.
Yet, even with adequate sleep and a relaxed lifestyle, some may still have dark circles below the eyes. Our health can affect the area around the eyes.
Two factors that are likely to be responsible are anemia and toxins buildup. Vitamin B-12 or Iron is necessary for normal formation of red blood cells in the body. A deficiency in any of these nutrients can cause anemia, although iron-deficiency anemia is the most common form of the condition.
A internal cleansing program is needed to purify the body of toxins. A diet high in fibers such bran, wheat, and, dried fruit can encourage elimination.
Avoid foods high in carbohydrates such as white bread, pastries, white flour products, and pasta dishes etc. All of these foods, when digested, release high levels of acid and carbon dioxide gas, making blood look darker than usual, and thus show through the fine skin below the eyes.
B. 9 Ways to get rid of dark circles
1. Get plenty of sleep
2. Treat your skin while you sleep- overnight facial masques available that may help reduce the appearance of puffiness
3. Apply cool tea bags, an ice cube wrapped in soft cloth, or cucumber slices to your eyes daily. The tannin in tea bags has been shown to reduce swelling and discoloration, and cucumber slices have long been used to reduce puffiness and refresh the appearance of skin around the eyes. Lie down, preferably in the morning, and leave fresh cucumber slices or cool, damp caffeinated tea bags (you can refrigerate them overnight so they'll be ready) over your eyes for about 10-15 minutes. Keep your eyes closed.
4. Apply an happinesslifetime.com eye cream containing vitamin K and retinol. Dark circles may be caused by a deficiency of vitamin K. Regardless of the cause, however, recent research has shown that skin creams containing these two ingredients reduce puffiness and discoloration significantly in many patients. Long-term daily use seems to have the greatest effect.
5. Avoid rubbing your eyes. Usually rubbing of the eyes is brought on by allergies, but not always. Regardless of the reason, stop doing it. The rubbing irritates the skin and can break tiny capillaries beneath the skin, causing both puffiness and discoloration.
6. Eat a healthy, balanced diet, take vitamins, and drink plenty of water. A whole host of cosmetic problems can be attributed to vitamin deficiencies. Dark circles and puffiness are often attributed to lack of vitamin K or inadequate antioxidants. Also, a deficiency in B12 (usually anemia-related) can result in dark circles. Be sure to get plenty of fruits and vegetables-especially cabbage, spinach, and other leafy green vegetables-and take a daily vitamin supplement if necessary. Get adequate fluids to improve circulation.
7. Reduce salt intake. Excess salt causes the body to retain water in unusual places, and this can result in puffiness under the eyes. Too much salt can also impair your circulation, and cause the blood vessels under the skin to appear bluer.
8. Quit smoking. Smoking causes vascular (blood vessel) problems that can not only threaten your life, but also make your blood vessels appear more prominent and bluer beneath the skin.
9. Cover the problem up with cosmetics. If all else fails, use a yellow or peach-toned concealer which will camouflage the problem under your eyes.
Personal Grooming by Jackson Neo
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