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While women may more openly discuss the problem of dark under-eye circles, the truth is that it affects men as well. “Are you feeling OK?” or “Were you up late last night?” may be common questions from friends, family members or co-workers if you find yourself frequently waking up with dark circles. Many assume that lack of sleep is to blame, but dark circles can actually be inherited, and they have also been attributed to allergies and nasal congestion. These conditions can cause blood vessels around the eyes to dilate and darken.

Other triggers for dark under-eye circles include stress, anemia, eczema, crying, sleep deprivation, oversleeping, too much sodium, excessive drinking, smoking, sun exposure, mononucleosis and aging. In rare cases, dark circles could be indicative of a more serious problem, such as hyperthyroidism or liver disease.

Most of the time, dark circles aren’t that serious, and we just want something to cover them up. There are many cosmetic companies claiming to have a miracle cure, and some individuals just go the route of extra concealer and foundation to help dilute their appearance. But there is a more natural and effective way to eliminate dark circles using a simple home remedy, consisting of just baking soda and water!

Check out the video below to see how this girl gets rid of her dark under eye circles!

https://youtu.be/0B4YXQPz8Mg

Baking soda has been the source of many beauty hack tips. From using it as a dry shampoo or a nail cleaner to using it as a mask to help fight acne, it can easily work its way into your beauty routine. There are those who argue that baking soda should not be used on your face, as a mixture of baking soda and water is alkaline and could disrupt the skin barrier, causing skin to dry out or become irritated. As with anything, do your research, determine your skin type and make a decision that is best for you!

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  2. Coleen Larrett

    Ok…I’m a master esthetician. I’m really getting tired of non-professionals giving their non-professional hacks that 1) are harmful to the tender eye tissue; 2) compromise what little moisture and oil barrier there is; and 3) tell you to use baby wipes to take it off. This is not something I would ever tell my clients to do and I am very fond of providing natural, DIY home care.

    • adam

      Coleen, so is there a method to remove under eye bags and dark circles? I’ve asked many estheticians and have yet to hear a proven method.

      • Coleen Larrett

        Hey Adam – This may sound too technical…just remember you asked. Our skin is usually at 4.5-5 pH so it is close to neutral (pH level ranges from 1 which is the acid side and 14 whichbis the alkaline side). Too much alkaline and the skin’s lipid barrier is damaged. Baking soda has a 9 pH level. When used on the face it damages the oil barrier that protects leaving the skin open to infection.

        A few natural things come to mind. One in particular that was not mentioned is dehydration so that’s a starting point…lots of water. Next thought, licorice root. It’s a natural skin soother and also provides skin brightening properties as does vitamin C and hyaluronic acid (very low amounts). They improve the skin’s barrier function. These are just a few natural things out there.

        Just know there really is no cure for dark eye circles only remedies. Dark circles are both genetic and/or precursors for specific health issues. The best you can do is keep your skin care as natural as possible, read labels to become familiar with ingredients in products and do your research. There are some new lightening compounds on the market.

        • adam

          Very interesting. Thanks Coleen. I’ve heard that sweet almond oil also works to reduce darkness and, although i do have darkness at the moment, i find that removing gluten, dairy and sugar has has excellent results in the past. The thing i grapple with are the puffy baggy eyes :(

          • gigi1114

            The true way to get rid of puffy baggy eyes is to cut all salt out of your diet for a few days, and they will disappear. There is enough sodium naturally in foods, i.e., fruit, and vegetables, that it will not harm you. Remember a lot of salt is in almost all processed foods. Since I eat a totally clean diet, the only time I get slight bags under my eyes is if I had a little salt (Himalayan pink sea salt) the previous day. Good luck.

          • Coleen Larrett

            Hi Utkarsh – if you read my reply to Adam, baking soda leaves the skin open for infection. If you’re breaking out with pimples which is already an infection why would you want to further irritate your skin by putting baking soda on it?

            The people who are telling you to do this are not professionals and if they have done this to themselves more than likely they’ve damaged their skin because they believe it should be completely dry and without any surface oil.

            Your body created the oil to protect your skin. Pimples/breakouts occur because the body is trying to detox itself from irritants or allergens either consumed or in laundry detergents, soaps or really harsh shower gels with chemical fragrances.

            Google search “breakout zones of the face” and you should get some diagrams of the different zones and why each one generally gets pimples.

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