Dark circles under the eyes can appear on anyone, and it is not always related to injury. To get rid of this cosmetic defect, it is worth using several proven methods. First Aid for a Bruise Under the Eye The sooner you start acting, the faster you can reduce the visibility of the bruise. 1. As soon as you notice the appearance of a bruise, apply cold to it. This can be an ice pack or a cold compress. Keep it in place for at least 15 minutes, periodically removing it to avoid overcooling the eye. 2. If you have bruise ointment, be sure to use it. Such products help to resorb hematomas and bruises. 3. You can also use a cosmetic gel with leeches extract. Although bee venom is considered a folk remedy for hematomas, it is not recommended for treating bruises. How to Remove Dark Circles Under the Eyes at Home Badyaga powder can help with small bruises. Dissolve it in 1 tablespoon of water, wrap it in gauze, and apply the compress several times a day. Onion with salt is another remedy that may seem strange but is effective. Grind a small onion into a paste, add 1 tablespoon of salt, and wait for the onion to release juice. Then drain the juice and wrap the pulp in gauze. Apply the compress to the bruise for a few minutes. Potato starch is a milder remedy. Mix the starch with water, apply it to the hematoma, and rinse it off after half an hour. Repeat the procedure after a few hours. Although starch will not get rid of the bruise, it will help make it less noticeable. Both badyaga and onion can dry the skin and cause irritation. Therefore, compresses with them should not be kept for longer than 5-7 minutes. Folk methods are effective if the bruise is small and not too dark. In more serious cases, it is better to use pharmacy products with a resorbing effect, which work faster if applied immediately after the bruise. Then, after 12 hours, the bruise will be just a memory. Patience and a comprehensive approach will help you quickly get rid of the bruise, regardless of its cause. How to Get Rid of Dark Circles Under the Eyes? A Cosmetologist's Answer. If the circles are not related to genetic predisposition or injury, try the following methods: 1. Use under-eye patches; 2. Wash only with cold water; 3. If the skin under the eyes is not thin, wipe this area with an ice cube after washing (you can use chamomile or mint infusion); 4. Establish a drinking and sleeping regimen; 5. Reduce salt intake; 6. Choose a cream with a brightening effect and do a light massage when applying it; 7. Try a cucumber or potato mask: apply a paste of these vegetables around the eyes and lie down with it for 15 minutes.
