Dark Circles

[cazzrob]

Hi ladies (or gents!)
I suffer quite baadly with dark circles under my eyes, I eat a healthy diet and drink water, probably dont get enough sleep, and would love some make up tips on combatting this, Iv tried every concealer on the market, including touche eclait and I just think I am not applying it correctly as what ever I do doesnt make a difference or enhances the circles, Im fed up of looking like Iv done 10 rounds with Mike Tyson!
I would be so grateful for any advice.
Thanks in advance :-) xxx

[ummmm]

Do you smoke/drink?

[boxtops]

Mine are definitely because I don't sleep enough.

[divegirl]

Have you tried Touche Eclat?

http://www.amazon.co.uk/Yves-Saint-Laurent-Luminous-Concealer/dp/B000SGQWY4

Amazing stuff... a touch expensive but lasts forever.

Lisa x

[cazzrob]

I dont smoke and occasionally drink, very occasionally. Iv tried touche eclait but never get the desired effect.x.

[divegirl]

Are you sure you had the right shade? Other than that, I can't really help I'm afraid.

Lisa x

[NicM123]

The skin around the eye is 50% thinner than on the face, so often looks darker. It can be hereditary or just one of those unlucky things. Diet etc can only help so much. Try applying concealer right from the inner side of the eye (next to nose) & blend with the pad of our ring finger, as you have the softest touch there. Never apply concealer straight from the brushas you can end up with to much product on. Apply a little to the back of your hand & apply with ring finger.

[barbaramory]

Hi cazzrob,
Here are some home treatment which helps to remove dark circles:-

• Teaspoons help to reduce swelling in the eyes.
• Apply lemon juice on the black circles 2 times a day.
• Increase the level of Vitamin-A in our body for removing the dark circles under eyes.
• Cool cucumber slices, one for each eye, applied for about 5 minutes.
• Ice-milk cotton pad helps to brighten the whites of your eyes, is very popular in Europe. First, soak cotton pads in a dish of ice-cold milk and squeeze most of the liquid out. Then, place the pads on your eyes. As they warm, repeat this process (for about 20 minutes).
• Make a mixture of lemon juice, lanolin cream and cucumber juice and apply around the eye for 10-15 minutes.
• Take less stress.
• Everyday drinks at least 10 glasses of water.
• Take at least 8hour of sleep.

[rebeccacoster]

Here are a few tips to deal with dark circles:

- Massage Vitamin E or almond oil around the eyes without touching the eyes (massage must strictly be external). This improves blood circulation.

- As a quick fix during parties, use a makeup concealer to hide the dark circle. But remember this is only a temporary solution.

- Get a lot of sleep. Sleeplessness is a culprit for most health problems. Have a set routine and have regular sleep timing. Make sure you get at least 8 hours of sleep.

- Drink lots of water. For anything related to health, water is still the best beverage.

- Grate raw potato, squeeze the juice and apply the juice under your eyes for 10 minutes. Alternatively, you can also place thin slices of potato on your eyes (with them closed) every night before you retire. This is one of the most popular and time-tested home remedies for dark circles.

http://www.thebeautyinsiders.com/dark-circles-under-the-eyes.html