Natural treatment to remove dark circles & bags under the eyes can be done by using potato and cucumber. In the following article you will find the steps and procedure of using potato and cucumber.
Sweet Potato
The sweet potatoes are also knows as yams, they are tuberous crops with the scientific name “ipomoea batatas”. These potatoes are good source of vitamin A, and vitamin C, manganese, copper, and vitamin B6.
It is a good source of potassium & phosphorus.The potato starch has bleaching properties. This vegetable has a high content of water & it can moisturize your skin and fight against inflammation.
Is Potato Good for Dark Circles?
- Potatoes contain natural bleaching agents that lighten your skin when you use regularly.
- It contains the nutrients and anti-oxidants,which helps the skin to stay firm, smooth, & bright.
- The potatoes contain vitamin A, starch, & enzymes to nourish your skin.
- Vitamin A in potato keeps your skin firm.
- Potatoes contain catecholase that helps to reduce puffiness under the eyes.
Direction:
Potatoes can be used alone or in combination with other natural ingredient that keeps skin firm. Try this remedy you may like it.
Potato Slices
- Chill 1 potato in the refrigerator.
- Cut 2 thick slices off the chilled potato.
- Place slices over the eyes, make it to cover dark circles
- Leave it for 15-20 mint’s to work.
- Remove potato slices, & rinse it with cool water and pat dry.
- Repeat the same process 2-3 times in a week.
Precautions
- The best time to apply the commercial cream is after you rinse off the potato treatment.
- Don’t wash the potato after peeling as it will lose nutrient and starch.
- Always use the fresh potato for the treatment.
Cucumber
cucumber has powerful anti- inflammatory properties. It can provide amazing effects when we apply. When we apply cucumber to our skin it feels like cooling. Cucumber slices works to reduce swelling and dark circles when chilled.
Does cucumber work for Dark Circles?
- Mostly cucumbers are rich in vitamin C & it promotes production of collagen.
- They also contain manganese & beta-carotene; it can reduce the inflammation and swelling.
- They contain potassium; it can reduce the appearance of fine lines.
- Cucumber cool & soothe skin.
- 95% of water content in the cucumber helps to hydrates and moisturize skin.
- Cucumber contains anti-oxidants and slows down the aging properties.
Direction:
Cucumber Slices:
- Wash your face and make it pat dry.
- Cut two ¼ inch cucumber slices & place it over each eye.
- Leave them for 15-20 mints to work.
- Next remove it and rinse it with normal water.
- Repeat the same process twice a day in a week.
Precautions:
- Always wash your makeup face before going to bed.
- These natural cucumber remedies take time to work. Use them at least 2 weeks, before deciding whether they are right for you.
- Avoid applying makeup to under eye skin.
- Avoid alcohol & smoking.
- Get regular exercise.