Sleepless nights, fatigue and stress: dark circles appear. But these dark halos that blur the gaze can also be caused by capillary fragility. To be treated like this.
First rule, respect the right hours of rest (not less than 7 per night), abandon the consumption of alcohol and spirits, food indulgences and cigarette smoking.
A diet that often includes foods rich in vitamin C (citrus fruits, kiwis, red fruits such as blueberries and currants) can help solve the problem. Berries, in fact, promote microcirculation by strengthening the walls of the capillaries.
An important role is also played by vitamin K, present in cauliflower, broccoli, green leafy vegetables in general.
Natural drains
Targeted products, for example creams for local use or food supplements, contain these vitamins or plant extracts that are particularly effective for the draining and protective action of the capillaries.
These are caffeine, Centella asiatica, stimulant of microcirculation, Chamomile, soothing, Butcher’s broom, also soothing and refreshing and Escin.
The classic home treatment for tired eyes consists of applying a few slices of fresh cucumber, or sachets of chamomile or green tea wet and cooled in the refrigerator.
With natural plain yogurt and a few drops of almond oil you get a homemade mask to apply a couple of times a week.
Gentle cleansing
The skin of the area under the eyes is particularly thin and should not be rubbed when washing and drying the face since the risk is to stress the capillaries too much and break them.
The area should instead be dabbed with a towel and made elastic with a good moisturizer, also useful for the formation of wrinkles. You can spread it by massaging the eye socket gently, with only your fingertips.
Any residual makeup must be categorically removed before going to sleep.
Special attention
In bed, a newly raised pillow can promote microcirculation and counteract lymphatic stagnation, responsible for this disorder, as well as bags under the eyes.
Excessive exposure to the sun can also cause dark circles: before sunbathing it is necessary to protect the skin with specific sunscreens and keep the face constantly hydrated, for example with soft thermal waters.
The tricks of makeup
It certainly does not solve the problem from the inside, but an anti-dark circles concealer can help for a special evening.
Dark shades when dark circles are swollen, a slightly lighter color than the skin if they are “hollowed out”.
The best concealers are very creamy, to avoid accentuating any fine lines, and easy to apply.
Joycelyn Elders is the author and creator of EmpowerEssence, a health and wellness blog. Elders is a respected public health advocate and pediatrician dedicated to promoting general health and well-being.
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