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One essential step in your skincare routine is to address dark circles you may have under your eyes.
Note that circles under your eyes will not go away quickly simply by using a topical treatment, explainsDr.
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Blair Murphy Rose, MD, FAAD.
This is what home remedies can address.
We chatted with Dr. Rose andDr.
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Brendan Camp, MDto get their tips on the best home remedies to lessen the appearance of dark circles.
Green Tea Bags
Green tea isn’t just soothing for sipping.
As a matter of fact, this healthy item in your pantry can also help relieve your dark circles!
“For dark circles triggered by vasocongestion, caffeine can help to improve the undereye appearance and puffiness.
Green tea is also calming.”
Just use them as you would a warm compress!
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(But ensure you set them aside first to cool down a bit.)
Place one on each closed eye forapproximately 15 minutes.
“The cold temperature also reduces puffiness.”
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Simply slide each cold spoon gently under your eyes as you would with a jade roller or gua sha.
This can help with lymphatic drainage.
“Additionally,they are anti-inflammatory and contain a high water content, whichhydrates the skin.
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Dr. Camp suggests sleeping on more than one pillow.
“[This] will keep your head more elevatedovernight,” Dr. Camp says.
“Potato slices provide anti-inflammatory and astringent properties,” Dr. Camp points out.
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Theastringent quality of potatoes helps draw out extra fluid and tightenskin.”
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