Homemade Under-Eye Dark Circle Cream

Few things make a person look more run down than dark circles under the eyes. Whether a symptom of fatigue, illness or genetics, these circles can be a source of embarrassment. Several treatments are available at department and drug stores. However, it is not always necessary to open up your wallet to treat this problem. Several effective treatments can often be found right in the home.


Almonds
There is a good reason that almond oil is often an ingredient in many skin care products. The almond has been revered for centuries for its nutritional and cosmetic purposes. A twice-daily application of sweet almond oil can soothe the skin under the eyes. It is well-absorbed by the skin, allowing the penetration of essential nutrients like vitamin E. It is also beneficial in that it helps to maintain the skin's moisture balance. Some people even concoct a remedy for dark circles by grinding raw almonds in a mortar and pestle, then combining the almond paste with skin-soothing milk. This mixture can be applied to the skin under the eyes to reduce darkness and puffiness.

Lemon and Tomato Juice Mixture
Lemons are often used in skin and hair products because of their natural bleaching properties. The skin-lightening power of lemon juice is often combined with tomato juice, which is naturally rich in vitamins A and C. This combination, applied twice daily, can be effective in alleviating dark circles under the eyes.

Cucumbers
The "cucumber on the eyes" image does seem a bit cliche, but there is a reason it is seen so often. Cucumbers have natural astringent properties. Their natural cooling abilities can be just the thing for tired, dark eyes. In addition to wearing the cucumber slices over the eyes, people sometimes blend cucumbers and refrigerate the liquid. This liquid can be applied to the eyes as is with a cotton ball or fortified with lemon juice and then applied.