Mask for bruises under the eyes

Most girls know what bags or swelling under the eyes are. The epidermis around the eyes is delicate, sensitive, does not have its own protection, and therefore needs careful care. The first wrinkles appear on the skin of the eyelids, it easily becomes dry and too sensitive. Also often there are dark circles under the eyes as a result of fatigue, lack of vitamins or sleep.

There are many reasons why dark circles can form. The first of these is a large amount of water drunk before bedtime. In addition, bags can appear, on the contrary, from a lack of water. This happens if the drinking regimen is disturbed, due to which the body actively begins to store the necessary minimum.

It should be remembered: a large intake of fatty, salty foods can provoke excess water retention in the body, signs of this can immediately affect the face in the form of dark bruises around the eyes and swelling of the eyelids.

The main causes of bruising under the eyes:

• diseases of the kidneys, liver or cardiovascular system. If, when using cosmetics, special masks, dark circles only intensify, then you should consult a doctor;
• circulatory disorders. An acute or chronic form of renal failure affects the most unfavorable way: water is retained in the body, the vessels are pinched, which leads to darkening of the skin;
• general fatigue of the body, overstrain. Long work at the computer monitor, stressful situations can harm the eyes and the skin around them.

For more on the causes of bruising under the eyes, see the video below.

Special masks, which consist of natural ingredients, help against black circles. You can cook them at home without much difficulty. Natural lotions, various compresses allow you to most comfortably and quickly remove soreness of the face, relieve fatigue and black circles.

Benefits of using natural eye masks:

• blue spots will become lighter, and with regular use of the composition will disappear completely;
• the epithelium noticeably rejuvenates, tightens;
• wrinkles become less noticeable gradually the dermis will begin to acquire an even radiance;
• skin color will become natural;
• eyes will feel rested, relieve internal stress.

But folk beauty recipes allow not only to achieve a cosmetic effect, but also a therapeutic one. Active substances that care for the skin:

• vitamins E, A, C allow you to eliminate fatigue, give the epidermis an attractive appearance, also contribute to the elimination of toxins;
• potassium eliminates swelling, improves metabolism in skin cells and tissues;
• magnesium fights signs of fatigue, brightens, helps to reduce the adverse effects of the external environment;
• B vitamins participate in the synthesis of collagen, contribute to the normalization of metabolic processes, moisturize, nourish the deep layers of the dermis;
• lipids and trace elements restore the protective barrier of the skin, rejuvenate, prevent cell aging.

Eyelid skin cosmetics and masks contain natural oils, fruit extracts, polyunsaturated acids and active ingredients. It is due to them that skin care products for the eyelids and factory masks give an effect - the skin is tightened, brightened, acquires a healthy glow.

In order for cosmetic products to have the maximum effect, they must contain:

• tocopherol, retinol;
• lipids, collagen;
• extract of cucumber and black, green tea;
• unsaturated acids;
• trace elements;
• natural oils.

Do not use masks with a whitening effect that are intended for the face - they can burn and severely injure the thin skin of the eyelids. Sometimes the components in the composition can cause allergies or provoke swelling. To prevent this, it is necessary to test for an allergic reaction by distributing a silent cream on the wrist. Redness and inflammation of the skin should not be.

To quickly eliminate bags and dark spots, the mask must have a whitening effect.The active ingredients in the composition give a natural radiance to the skin, regulate blood circulation, moisturize and relieve tension from sensitive skin. Preference should be given to the following ingredients:

• herbs, greens: dill, parsley, basil, coriander;
• vegetables and root vegetables: cucumber, potatoes;
• ripe fruit: peach, apricot;
• cereals: oatmeal, white bread;
• liquids: black, green tea;
• dairy products: cottage cheese, cream, sour cream, yogurt.
• herbal decoctions: chamomile, aloe, sage, birch buds, calendula.

If the mask includes the above components, then the effect will be noticeable immediately after the first application: the skin will shine with health and freshness. As auxiliary elements it is recommended to add:

• honey;
• egg whites;
• vitamins in capsules;
• almond, castor oil, burdock oils;
• citrus esters.

More than half should be the main components, and auxiliary ones are added in small doses. Care must be taken with the second group of additives - often they are the cause of allergic reactions. Therefore, before applying, a cosmetic test should be carried out: apply a small amount of the composition on the wrist and wait about 15 minutes.

Proper application involves the following steps:

• before using healing compounds you need to cleanse the skin of all impurities and cosmetics;
• The best hours for pleasant eye treatments are in the evening or before bedtime. But if circles appear in the morning, then it is better to apply compresses during the day;
• for lotions, you can use cotton pads soaked in a nutrient solution - so you can prolong the effect of moisturizing and saturate the skin with all microelements. If the consistency of the resulting product is too thick, it is better to apply it in circular, slightly patting movements - this will improve absorption;
• keep masks on the skin can not be more than 10 minutes - the epidermis of the eyelids is very sensitive, 10 minutes is enough for the complete penetration of all useful trace elements from the composition into the skin.

Mix finely grated potatoes (10-15 g) with a teaspoon of extra virgin olive oil. Apply this composition in a thin layer on the skin and wait about 10 minutes. After that, rinse with warm water.

Grind fresh potatoes into gruel (15 g), add a small amount of warm milk (5 ml) and mix with a teaspoon of powdered oatmeal. Apply to eyes and wait for about 7-10 minutes. Wash off with lukewarm water and then apply moisturizer.

Finely chop the young parsley and mix with butter, which must be melted before use. Mix until a creamy texture forms. You can use this composition daily, just before bedtime.

Mix finely chopped dill (5 g) with sour cream (10 g) and apply on the skin of the eyelids. Wait about 10 minutes, and remove the remnants with cotton swabs.

• Mix tangerine juice (10 ml) with one protein, honey (10 ml) and the same amount of olive oil.This composition has a multifunctional effect: cares, nourishes, moisturizes, brightens blue circles under the eyes, prevents the formation of edema.

• Mix the juice of aloe vera, lemon and fresh potatoes in equal proportions. Add a teaspoon of cucumber puree, a pinch of spinach and dill. This will instantly get rid of a tired look, restore radiance to the epithelium.

• Mix a teaspoon of baking soda with water (200 ml), add 10 ml of castor oil. It is necessary to use cotton pads - moisten them with a solution and apply on the eyelids for 10-15 minutes. After that, remove the residue with warm water, and then apply a moisturizer around the eyes.

How to remove bruises under the eyes with a homemade mask, see the following video.

According to reviews, the best masks for dark circles under the eyes are potato and cucumber formulations. Girls emphasize that not only skin lightening is observed, but also a tightening effect, the skin becomes softer, looks younger. Effective components are also lemon juice (but only in small quantities) sour cream and butter - They help eliminate excess puffiness and improve skin color.