Bruise eye mask

Most girls know what bags or swelling under the eyes. The epidermis around the eyes is gentle, 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 appear dark circles under the eyes as a result of fatigue, lack of vitamins or sleep.

The reasons for the formation of dark circles may be a lot. The first is a large amount of water drunk before bedtime. In addition, bags may appear, on the contrary, from lack of water. This happens if the drinking regime is violated, 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 a delay of excess water 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 the use of cosmetics, special masks dark circles only increase, then you should consult a doctor;
• circulatory disorders. Acute or chronic form of renal failure affects the most unfavorable way: the water is retained in the body, the vessels pinch, which leads to darkening of the skin;
• general body fatigue, 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.

Against the black circles help special masks, which consist of natural components. You can cook them at home without much difficulty. Natural lotions, various compresses allow you to maximally comfortably and quickly remove facial soreness, relieve fatigue and black circles.

The advantages of using natural face masks:

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

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

• vitamins E, A, C they help to eliminate fatigue, give the epidermis an attractive appearance, also contribute to the elimination of toxins;
• potassium eliminates swelling, improves metabolism in the cells and tissues of the skin;
• 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 and nourish the deep layers of the dermis;
• lipids and trace elements restore the protective barrier of the skin, rejuvenate, prevent cell aging.

Cosmetics for eyelid skin and masks contain natural oils, fruit extracts, polyunsaturated acids and active ingredients. Due to them, eyelid skin care products and factory masks give effect - the skin is tightened, lightened, gains a healthy glow.

In order for cosmetic products to work as much as possible, they must include:

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

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

For quick removal of bags and dark spots, the mask must have a whitening effect. The active ingredients in the composition impart 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, 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 oil, castor oil, burdock;
• citrus esters.

More than half should be the main components, and auxiliary added in small doses. It is necessary to exercise caution with the second group of additives - often they become 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 actions:

• before using healing compositions you need to clean the skin from all impurities and cosmetics;
• The best hours for pleasant eye procedures are evening or bedtime. But if circles appear in the morning, it is better to apply compresses during the day;
• for lotions, you can use cotton pads soaked in nutrient solution - so it is possible to prolong the effect of moisturizing and saturate the skin with all trace elements. If the resulting consistency is too thick, it is better to apply it in a circular, slightly patting motion - this will improve absorption;
• it is impossible to withstand masks on the skin for 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.

Finely grated potatoes (10-15 g) mixed with a teaspoon of extra virgin olive oil. To apply this structure with a thin layer on skin and to wait about 10 minutes. Then rinse with warm water.

Grind fresh potatoes into mush (15 g), add a small amount of warm milk (5 ml) and mix with a teaspoon of powdered oatmeal. Put on the eyes and wait for about 7-10 minutes. Rinse with lukewarm water, and then apply a moisturizer.

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

Mix finely ground dill (5 g) with sour cream (10 g) and apply on the eyelid skin. Wait about 10 minutes, and remove the remains with cotton swabs.

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

• Mix aloe vera juice, 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 the tired look, return the epithelium shine.

• 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 for 10-15 minutes. After that, remove the remnants of 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 from dark circles under the eyes are potato and cucumber compositions. The girls emphasize that there is not only lightening of the skin, but also a tightening effect, the skin becomes softer, it looks younger. Effective ingredients are also lemon juice (but only in small quantities) sour cream and butter - they help to eliminate excess puffiness and improve skin color.