Frequently Asked Questions

1. QUESTION:
   What is a good home remedy for under-eye bags and dark circles?
   I'm only 20, and I have pretty dark circles under my eyes. I don't get alot of sleep, which I know causes it, but with my work hours, my sleep schedule is "out of wack" at best.

   I get some puffiness, also. Any advice you could give would be greatly appreciated.

   • ANSWER:
     Don't worry too much about the dark circles...I had them at twenty also...Nine years later they actually look better than they did back then!

     Try using vitamin K underneath your eyes at night (it's available at rite-aid, walgreens, any of those places and near the skin care stuff), and a lightweight yellow-toned concealer during the day (it counters the appearance of the dark circles, which are actually caused by blood vessels near the surface of the skin). It's probably genetic.

     As for the puffiness, yeah..that sucks, but it's easier to fix. Sleep with an extra pillow to keep fluid from pooling around your eyes when you sleep.

     Also, if you wake up with extra puffy eyes, put a cold compress of any kind (those gel eye masks made especially for this work great, but you can also keep a couple of spoons in the fridge especially for this purpose).

     Hold the cold thing on your eyes for at least two minutes - it helps a lot.

     Cold wet tea bags are supposed to work too, but the cold compress works just as well and requires less effort.

     Lastly, sleep as much as you can. Computer screens are horrible for the eyes!

2. QUESTION:
   Is there any possible home remedy for eliminating dark circles or bags under your eyes besides sleep??
   i know i sometimes lack sleep but its just my problem.. i just want to get rid of them..

   and take home remedy seriously...

   • ANSWER:
     In quite a few books I've read:
     1.) slice a cold cucumber and while lying down, place a slice over
     each closed eye; (15 - 20 minutes) or
     2.) place a dampened tea bag over each eye (not soggy, just slightly
     wet) 15 - 20 minutes)

     I've seen both of these treatment suggestions but have never tried it. Hope this works for you.

3. QUESTION:
   Home remedies for dark circles and bags under my eyes?
   Help.
   Im only 16 and its been a problem for me.
   Not so much the bags but the dark circles.

   • ANSWER:
     take a tea bag and put them under your eyes for the bag under the eyes.
     cucumber -cut a slice of cucumber and put that to the eyes,
     concealer cream- in the make up Alley

4. QUESTION:
   I'm looking for home remedies for dark circles/bags under my eyes.?
   Question:
   I'm a 22 year old girl, a full time student and have a job that requires me to be outside and work pretty long hours some days.
   Unfortunately, i think all of this has something to do with the bags i have under my eyes. They are relatively large & kinda make my eyes disappear when i smile.

   If you guys and gals have any home remedies that can reduce these bags/circles, it would much appreciated.
   I've tried cucumber and would rather not use any make-up to conceal it.
   Thanks so much all
   

   • ANSWER:

5. QUESTION:
   Are there any home-remedies for the dark-circles and bags under my eyes?
   Home remedies...as in things that I can create with objects, food, and etc (if any), to lessen or 'take away' the severity of the dark-circles and bags under my eyes. Thank you so much.

   Extra info: I'm a male.

   • ANSWER:
     Put some spoons in the freezer and let them freeze, then put them under your dark-circles for about 15 minutes. Afterwards, crush up some cucumber and put those under your eyes for 15 minas welll.
     Do this until they are gone every morning... Whenever you feel is necessary.

6. QUESTION:
   whats the best home remedy to reduce bags under eyes?
   I have dark circles and bags under my eyes the past year, looking for an at home remedy to reduce the puffiness.

   • ANSWER:
     ► potato is better than cucumber, you can grate the potato or just slice the potato and put it on your eyes, the important thing is that the potato is cold and the juice is absorbed by your skin..

7. QUESTION:
   Any home remedies for getting rid of bags and dark circles under the eyes?
   i wake up every morning and there are bags under my eyes from not much sleep. I normally go to bed at 12 or 11 because i can't sleep, and my mum won't let me use the eye roll on because they use harsh chemicals which can damage my skin, so does anyone have any home remedies they could share !!!
   Thank you !! xx

   • ANSWER:
     Yes, an old tradition is to use dipped, cold tea bags, just lie down and put them on your eyes. Or same thing with cucumber slices.

8. QUESTION:
   Home remedies for dark under-eye circles/bags?
   I've always got bags under my eyes whether I'm tired or not, whether I've slept for 4 hours or slept for 12... I believe it's hererditary as my dad has the same problem - so I'm not sure I can fix that but if I could at least fix the dark lines under my eyes I would be happy enough...

   So what are some home remedies I can make up and what should I do with them? I don't want to buy any special creams or whatever because I don't trust the chemicals in them. I just want something natural that I can make up myself. Something tried and tested would be preferred please.

   For the record: I live a pretty healthy lifestyle with regular exercise, a diet rich in nutrition and I get the right amount of sleep - so I don't think I could fix the problem via lifestyle change.

   • ANSWER:
     warm teabags just taken out of a cup will do the trick if some tea is able to soak through the skin

9. QUESTION:
   How do I get rid of bags and dark circles under my eyes?
   I'm only 18, but I have horrible sleep problems. I have very noticeable dark circles under my eyes. They're not puffy though, it's more like an indent under my eyes... What are some home remedies that may work for me?

   • ANSWER:
     More sleep and wet teabags.

10. QUESTION:
    Home remedies for dark circles, bags AND puffiness?
    any home remedies for puffiness of eyes, dark circles & bags under? help pleeease! thanks

    • ANSWER:
      you can minise them by:

      Slide the fresh potato; place the slides over the eye areas and rest for 10-15 mins. Then, clean the eye areas with water [just wash off the smell will do!].

      or

      Smash the fresh potatoes into paste; put the paste over the dark circle areas and rest for 10-15mins. Then wash off the paste with water.

      many people are suffer from dark circles under the eyes areas. It could be because of poor blood circulation around the areas and some light massage can help.

      Ingredients:

      Carrot x 200g
      Apple x 100g
      Pineapple x 50g
      A bit of Honey
      Method:
      Put carrot, pineapple and apple in the juicer and juice them. When it’s done, put a bit of honey in to make it tasty.

      I believe together with regular exercise would certainly help a lot in improving the blood circulation, too - more effective.

      goodluck =)

11. QUESTION:
    How to get rid of dark circles under my eyes?
    Any remedies for getting rid of dark circles (not bags) under my eyes?
    Preferably something home-made, as I'm not going to spend $$$ on this.

    • ANSWER:
      Sleep More but if your like me I cant sleept more than i already do.
      I to have dark circles round my eyes they will never go just drink plenty of water and eat health food. Its just part of ageing and no use of creams can really help.

12. QUESTION:
    Cucumbers, tea bags, milk and honey...how do they help with dark under-eye circles?
    I've seen lots of these home remedies for dark circles under the eyes, but no one explains how or why they work. Could someone explain how tea bags, cucumbers, ect. help?

    • ANSWER:
      Dark circles under the eyes are referred to as bags usually from lack of sleep, not eating right, or perhaps drug abuse. The only way to get rid of the is eat right, get more sleep, and don't do the other unhealthy things. All the stuff you mentioned is to keep your skin moisturized and healthy.

13. QUESTION:
    Bags under eyes and dark circles not from sleep deprivation?
    Hi, I just got over a head cold and I have major bags under my eyes that are purple on the inside corners (by my tear gland). Basically, I look horrible. I have been sleeping for at least 9.5 hours at night (I am 16yr/o) and sometimes an hr during the day. I also have allergies and that probably contributes to the purple puffies. Any advice? I would really prefer home remedy advice so I don't have to go out and buy an expensive chemical product.

    Thanks in advance!

    Burgundy

    p.s. Makeup tips are fine, but I would prefer a way to solve the problem, not cover it up.
    Also, my allergies are to wheat, dairy, and nickel. In case that influences you answer in anyway.

    • ANSWER:
      Models use an old home remedy where they dab ( not rub, dab) vasaline under their eyes before they go to bed. After a few days they're gone. And a make-up tip to use in the mean time would be rub a small amount of red lipstick under eyes to contrast with the purple, after use concealer to cover up the red, it will work like a charm, remember, love the skin your in!

      Hope i helped.
      Bye

14. QUESTION:
    Which home remedy for dark eye circles has worked for YOU?
    Tea bags are extremely effective in curing dark circles. Do not throw away used tea bags, but refrigerate them for a few hours. Use cold tea bags over the eyes for at least fifteen minutes everyday to find them vanish.
    # Apply a slice of either cucumber (kheera) or raw potato around the eyes every night. Try using them slightly refrigerated or a little cold. This will not only refresh the eyes and improve tear secretion, but also cure dark circles. These wedges can also help relieve stress and tired eyes, main contributors to dark circles.
    # Grate a cucumber (kheera), squeeze to take out its juice and refrigerate. Make a mixture of lemon juice, lanolin cream and cucumber juice and apply around the eye for 10-15 minutes.
    # Make a mixture of almond (badam) oil and honey and apply to the affected areas once a day and rest the eyes. This should help remove dark circles in a few weeks. You can also just use almond oil, massaging it under the eyes for 15 minutes.
    # Castor oil is another good remedy, which calms tired eyes, removes dark circles, and also fosters the growth of lashes.
    # Alternate hot and cold compresses under your eyes for 10 minutes. Then apply a teaspoon of almond oil mixed with half teaspoon of lime juice on the dark surface every night before going to bed.
    # Mix two tablespoon of tomato juice and two tablespoon of lemon juice and then apply this mixture under the eye area. It is a natural cure for removing dark circles.
    # Mint (pudina) leaves are also proven to be very useful for curing dark circles. Crush a few mint leaves and place them under your eyes.
    # Paste made up of turmeric (haldi) powder with some pineapple juice is also very helpful for removing dark circles.
    # Apply rose water using cotton under the eye area daily for removing the dark circles.

    • ANSWER:
      So what exactly is the question?

15. QUESTION:
    Home remedies for bags under eyes?
    i've always had dark circles around my eyes and i think it's genetics. no matter how much sleep i get i always have them..any home remedies to clear or hide it?
    sadly i have both bags and dark circles. i get tons of sleep too (i'm 15) i will try the spoon one since i don't have any cucumbers in the fridge..lol

    • ANSWER:
      Try a cold compress. Close your eyes and cover them with a cold washcloth for about five minutes. Repeat several times throughout the day. That will help constrict your blood vessels, minimizing darkness, and it may help minimize tissue swelling and eliminate some of the darkness.

      Hide 'em. More opaque than foundation makeup, cream concealer is made to order for under-eye darkness. Select a cream concealer that's a little lighter than your skin when wearing it under foundation (or the same shade as your skin when wearing the concealer alone). "Paint" the concealer with a small brush into the dark areas. Then take your pinky finger and very lightly pat the edges to blend it in. Finally, powder lightly to help the concealer stay put.

      Spread on the sunscreen. Use a sunscreen especially made for the face with a sun protection factor (SPF) of at least 15, but preferably 20, all day every day, to keep the sun's rays from darkening the skin under your eyes.

      Supplement your foundation. Some foundation makeups contain SPFs of 6 or 8. For full protection you'll still need either a moisturizer or a sunscreen lotion with an SPF of 15.

      Eye cream: The newest option. If your circles persist, try an opaque eye cream such as Lancome's Expressive.

      Alpha hydroxy acids, used in many newer eye creams decrease wrinkles and lighten and smooth the skin.The most common alpha hydroxy acids are glycolic acids (extracts derived from fruit and other plants). Other new eye creams that look promising include Renova and the cosmetic Cellex-C eye contour cream or gel (a topical vitamin C).

      And short of cosmetic surgery, there's not much that you can do about bags under your eyes, except the following:

      Pat on concealer. A concealer is more opaque than a foundation and meant to be used sparingly. For best results select a concealer that's just one tone lighter than your foundation. Or, if you're wearing concealer alone, match the concealer to your shade of skin. Since baggy skin tends to be darker, you want to blend it correctly.

      Using an eyeliner brush, apply concealer to the dark areas, then blend with your pinky finger, patting very lightly. Finish with foundation and with light powder, or powder alone, to set the concealer.

      Good luck. )

16. QUESTION:
    How do I remove dark bags under my eyes?
    I've had these dark circles and bags under my eyes for years now, how do I remove them? Are there any home remedies?

    Thanks
    I'm not a woman, so I don't use makeup. lol

    • ANSWER:
      Go to Wal Mart or Target and get Garnier Skin Renew anti-puff eye roller
      it's a thing you can use that makes puffy eyes and dark circles under your eyes go away.
      It really works I use it and they're usually gone in 2weeks

17. QUESTION:
    Drugstore item that gets rid of dark circles and bags under the eyes?
    I'm only 16 and I've had this problem for awhile now. I know it's genetic because everyone else in my family also has them, including my younger sister. I'm interested in buying something (drugstore price) to at least help them a little...I've tried home remedies and they do not work! Is it safe to buy something from L'oreal or some other similar brand if I'm only 16? I'm really self conscious of how they look.

    • ANSWER:
      My little cousin is the same, she's also 16 as far as i know theres nothing that will take it away but i know she uses a tinted moisturisers and she really likes it, its called Garnier Roll on its anti- dark circles and it goes on with a roll ball which helps aswell. it looks like this!

      http://media.onsugar.com/files/2010/06/24/2/498/4981324/d48bd056ae23f0c7_324f9d16f523bb50_Garnier.jpg

      Hope you get something hun x

18. QUESTION:
    Does anyone have any natural home remedies for dark under-eye circles?
    I'm healthy but since having my daughter 2 years ago, I have developed bags under my eyes, which I never used to have.

    I know I don't get enough sleep, but reality is, I have a very hectic schedule, so I have somewhat adapted to getting by on 5 hrs a night.

    I drink lots of water, eat a well-balanced diet and am fairly active (I work out at least a few times per week).

    Does anyone have any tips on other ways to reduce the dark circles? I have heard of the "cucumber" method, but does that actually work? Any tips would be helpful.

    Thanks in advance!
    Just to add, the rest of my complexion is fine, I actually have very nice skin because I take care of it. The only problem is the bags....

    • ANSWER:
      I'm sure you'll find a solution here -

      Remedies For Dark Circles

      * An instant dark circles remedy is to use the correct concealer. The shade should be lighter than your foundation. If circles are very dark, choose 2 shades lighter. Great choices can be Revlon New Complexion Concealer, Estee Lauder Smoothing Skin Concealer, Cover Girl Smoothers Concealer, or Neutrogena Smoothing Skin Stick.

      * Apply a good Vitamin K cream. Vita-K Solution gel or Peter Thomas Roth Power K Eye Rescue help strengthen capillary walls around the dark circles to make them less visible.

      * One should go for laser treatment only if the case is chronic. Lasers can increase production of collagen thereby thickening skin to make dark circles less visible.

      * Home remedies for dark circles can include the following:
      1. Drink plenty of water to combat dehydration.
      2. Wear at least SPF 30 sunscreen to prevent more sun damage.
      3. Get enough sleep.
      4. Leave cold teabags, cucumber or potato slices, or washcloths with ice cubes on eyes for 15 minutes regularly.
      5. Take iron supplements if anemic, but consult your doctor first.
      6. Identify the allergens and avoid them. Whether it be pollen, food, whatever, avoidance is the best solution to this. And avoid rubbing your eyes.

      * Hylexin is the first dark circles eye cream developed for serious dark circles. Featured in several magazines such as Marie Claire, FashionWeekDaily, The Wall Street Journal , Star and Luck.

      * One of the greatest remedies for dark circles is Arbonne's NutriMinC® RE9 Repair. It’s a corrective puffiness and dark circles eye cream that does additional benefits – firming, moisturizing and repairing the delicate tissue around the eye.

19. QUESTION:
    Do you know of any home remedies to help get rid of the bags under eyes?
    I've been getting very visible bags under my eyes due to stress from school and friends. All this is causing dark circles under my eyes and people keep staring at me or asking if I've been getting enough sleep (Which I have) It even looks like I have two black eyes! Do you know of any good home remedies to relieve them? Thanks for the helpful answers!

    I don't want to have to do too much to illeviate them.

    • ANSWER:
      Put two spoons in the freezer for 5 minutes, and then gently lay one over each eye for a couple of minutes.
      Brew hot water and dip two herbal tea bags in the water and let them brew. remove the teabags and let them cool off, then put one teabag over each eye for ten minutes and relaz. Drink the relaxing tea you made
      Make sure that you dont stretch the skin around your eyes, or pull it taut as you apply eyeliner and other makeup. also, if you wear contacts, try not to pull the fragile skin under your eyes down as you insert them.
      Get a good concealer in the right color (go to the department store and ask for a free consultation if you need help).
      good luck

20. QUESTION:
    How do I get rid of dark circles and bags under my eyes?
    Ok so the dark circles are not really noticeable compared to the bags. i'm really worried about the bags because i'm a teenager and it doesn't look good. I'M NOT OLD!! lol I wear my glasses all the time because it covers them up but I need help. And i'm more looking for a home remedy that ACTUALLY works...but i know i will get answers that involve store bought things, so that's fine too. And not expensive...this is a teenager talking here! c-:

    • ANSWER:

21. QUESTION:
    Between these home remedies, which one works the best/fastest for dark circles under your eyes?
    Cucumber slices
    Potato slices
    Tea bags (cooled)
    Cold spoon

    Are there others that are better than these?

    • ANSWER:
      I've only tried the cucumber and tea bag before. The tea bag worked well for me. As for the cucumber...that didn't seem to do anything.

      Sorry, hope this helps a little.

22. QUESTION:
    Do you know of any home remedies to get rid of the bags under my eyes?
    I've been getting very visible bags under my eyes due to stress from school and friends. All this is causing dark circles under my eyes and people keeps staring at me or asking if I've been getting enough sleep (Which I have) Do you know of any good home remedies to relieve them? Thanks for the helpful answers!

    ~SoggySoap.
    [The one that wants to eat you]

    • ANSWER:
      try putting some tea bags on your eyes

23. QUESTION:
    Dark circles under my eyes...?
    Hello!

    I am 13 (don't know if age will have anything to do with this but oh well), and I have noticed very dark circles under my eyes for the past few months that haven't gone away. I have read that they are caused by blood resting under the skin, and I've also heard they can be because of lack of sleep, being ill, etc. I am currently sick, and I went to see the doctor, and even they noticed the circles or bags under my eyes. But what i'm wondering is; what ACTUALLY causes them, and is there anyway to get rid/treat dark circles or bags under eyes? Please help! If you have any things (like home remedies) that could reduce the circles, please share. Also, if you know why they are there, please tell me. I'm really wanting an answer. Thanks!

    • ANSWER:
      I've read a couple things about how to help get rid of them:
      1. Try heating up a tea bag (let it be warm not too hot) and placing it over each eye for about 5-10 minutes.
      2. Put a spoon in the freezer for about one hour until its really cold and then place the round side on a closed eye for about 10-15 minutes.
      Hopefully those may work a bit.

24. QUESTION:
    home remedies for acne *SCARS* and dark circles under my eyes?help me please?:(?
    I used to have mild acne on my forehead,and chin area. I just have a lot of scars left over now,any remedies/creams/whatever to help get rid of them please?:)

    I also have dark circles under my eyes,but I get enough sleep,so its pretty confusing,how do I get rid of these?I hate to smile because they are more noticable. I have tried some answers on other questions,and they didnt work(soaking a tea bag and rubbing it under your eyes&putting two metal spoons in a freezer for 5 minutes,neither worked)So help me please:(
    Id rather not use my waste as a 'medicine' to cure scars..Its waste for a reason.. but thanks:) & thanks for the answer underneath:)

    • ANSWER:
      use a whitening mask, or use some lemon.
      or alternatively, use bio-oil;)

      not sure about that above though,about the urine!

25. QUESTION:
    Good way to get rid of dark circles around eyes?
    I have dark circles/bags under my eyes. They annoy me a lot. I usually put some cover up on them but it only really gets rid of the colour, the faint lines are still there. So what can I do to get rid of the completely? I'm not allowed to go buy any products for it so it has to be home remedies.

    I get 7-9 hours of sleep and I use multiple face cleansers etc.

    • ANSWER:
      Most of it is genetic. I have them to. Just get lots of sleep, and try not be stressed to much. I also have heard that when you cry a lot under eye circles appear darker. Not sure if it's true tho. Also drink plenty of water. Getting a bit of color in your face as well as putting cold spoons under eyes may help. Get ShiSeido Benefiance Revitalizing Cream. I got mine from Macy's and just a tiny dab of it does wonders on dark circles.

      vitamin E oil,olive oil,cucumbers, & a doctor can also help. I have pretty bad ones so this is all from experience.

      Hope this helps.

26. QUESTION:
    help! i have super dark circles under my eyes!?
    i always look realllly tired because i have these dark bags..or whatever you want to call them..underneath my eyes.

    i usually just use MAC concealer.
    it covers them.. but its really cakey.. and thick so somtimes you can tell im wearing it. its super annoying :/

    soo any suggestions on some good concealers
    would be greattllyy appreciated!
    or any home remedies or products that are great for getting rid of the dark circles under my eyes!

    thanks much [[:

    • ANSWER:
      MAC concealer can be too thick for me too- you can use a medium coverage foundation as a concealer; it will be a lot lighter and won't cake. I use my Revlon Colourstay Foundation as concealer; pat it under your eyes with your fingertips as the warmth of your hand will help it melt into your skin. Then I very lightly dust over it with face powder to set it.
      Also, use a slightly yellow/salmon toned product to conceal, because dark circles are blue and so the yellow tone will cancel them out the most effectively.
      Hope that helps you hon

27. QUESTION:
    Anyone heard of anything other than cucumbers, tea bags, and hemmeroid cream to reduce dark under eye circles?
    I am looking for answers with like a home remedy, rather than an expensive cosmetic eye cream. I've tried them. Also, can anyone tell me why they get SOOOOO much worse when I cry?

    • ANSWER:
      and glasses which are not so commonly known.
      http://www.mydarkcirclesblog.com/2006/11/27/causes-of-dark-circles/

      If you would like to apply home remedies to reduce dark circles, here are some of my suggestions:
      Buy a box of regular, old fashioned unflavored gelatin (e.g. Knox) from grocery store. Take a small cup or bowl and put in 1 teaspoon of the gelatin mix. Add one tablespoon of boiling water & stir for a minute. Test it on your wrist to make sure it is not too hot. Then, using a cotton ball, pat it under your eyes as you would an eye cream or gel. Go lie down and listen to some music, or take a bath & let it stay on for at least 30 minutes. Then just rinse it off.Gelatin is very high in Vitamin K & Biotin. It will not remove your dark circles on the first application (but you will notice a difference), but if you do it daily for a week, and then 2-3 times a week for maintenance, you should notice a drastic reduction in dark circles.
      http://www.mydarkcirclesblog.com/2007/01/01/special-spa-home-remedy-to-reduce-dark-circles/

      To hide dark circles, you can use YSL concealer or salmon concealer..
      http://www.mydarkcirclesblog.com .. tips on how to reduce dark circles, the causes of dark circles, home remedies, eye creams reviews, make up tips, and natural healer.

      http://www.cleansecolonblog.com Cleanse Colon Blog writes about colon cleanse home remedies and review colon cleanse products.

28. QUESTION:
    home remedies for reducing dark circles?
    im frustated vth dark bags under eyes,,i have sinus problems and even my mother has dark circles,,,plz,, say some tips for reducing them..

    • ANSWER:
      Try putting peanut butter under your eyes, before you go to sleep and wash it off in the morning. Since its an oily substance, it smoothens the skin under your eyes and makes it firmer, and it somehow reduces the darkness.

      Try it! It hasn't failed me yet!

29. QUESTION:
    Remedies for bags under your eyes and 'tired' looking eyes?
    Not really interested in buying creams etc but feel free to point out any that you absolutely swear by... I don't have dark circles, but my eyes always look tired no matter how I am feeling... Is this a dietary thing? Any remedies - home made, dietary or cosmetic would be awesome.

    • ANSWER:
      Puffiness in the eye area can be a sign of toxins in your system but is more often than not, related to dehydration, if you keep your hydrations levels up, by drinking the medically recommended 1-2 litres of water a day, you'll find that they'll lessen over time.

      In terms of treating them now, coolness applied to the area will temporarily reduce the puffiness. I recommend used chamomile tea bags; you simply put the tea bag into a cup or on a piece of foil in the chill compartment of your fridge (not freezer) and take it out whenever you feel the need. This works very well, not only because of the coolness but also because of the detoxifying and soothing properties of the tea itself.

      If, after trying this and maybe even trying some creams (haemmaroid creams and anti-wrinkle creams etc.) you find that you still have bags under your eyes, it may be that you are genetically predisposed to the condition. If that is the case the only real long term remedy is surgery- to either fill a collapsed area of skin or remove the bags altogether.

      But always try the basic remedies before going the surgery route.

      Good Luck.
      

30. QUESTION:
    how to get rid of stupid bags under eyes?? ***pics***?
    i hate them. its most likely genetics because my mom has bags and dark circles under her eyes really bad and my dad has puffy wrinkles under his eyes. and i get it from my mom. it wont go away no matter how many home remedies i try, no matter how many products i buy and no matter how much water i drink or how much i sleep. its still there. people call me ugly just because of it and i just hate myself and i never ever look people in the eye because i keep thinking that they're staring at my bags. surgery is a big no no. one is because i feel like im too young for surgery, 2. i have school so i cant miss school for my eyes to heal after surgery and 3.we need money more than ever.
    also it depends on the lighting. if its good lighting then it doesn't look that bad but in bad lighting (like the florescence in school) it looks horrible. and people keep asking me if i got enough sleep last night.
    please help me!! =(

    here it is in bad lighting
    http://s786.photobucket.com/albums/yy147/Tiger_paws/?action=view&current=SSPX0457.jpg

    here it is in good lighting
    http://s786.photobucket.com/albums/yy147/Tiger_paws/?action=view&current=SSPX0415.jpg

    • ANSWER:
      I have it as well, it sucks doesn't it! I just use concealer.

31. QUESTION:
    home remedies to get rid of dark circles?
    i need some tips on getting rid of bags under my eyes, i'm 22 and i think they run in my family but i'm looking for ways at home to make them fade. help!

    • ANSWER:
      Preparation H seriously my friend is an actor and swears by it

32. QUESTION:
    How to get rid of dark circles?
    I'm 15, and I've had dark circles under my eyes for over 2 years. It could be from lack of sleep since I'm an insomniac, but it could also be hereditary, since my mom has really dark circles (but she didn't when she was younger). And they're JUST dark circles, no bags. Are there any natural home remedies you guys have ACTUALLY TRIED, and know that they work? Special creams aren't an option, and I really want to get rid of these circles.
    I can't use makeup either

    • ANSWER:
      im no doctor but i dont think you can actually remove them with natural remedies
      BUTTT you could lighten them with lemon juice, i use it to lighten my freckles and it realllly works. so i would give that a try if i was you.
      but you could just use concealer as well, pick a lighter concealer than your actual foundation colour that would work tooooo
      hope i helped, best answer please? (aa) xxxxxxxxxxx

33. QUESTION:
    how can i get rid of bags under my eyes?
    my 14 and have monsterous dark circles under my eyes, i get plenty of sleep and drink enough water, they just wont go away.

    i dont have alot of money to spend on products that i will need to keep buying because they make them do away for a day or so.

    maybe and home remedies that are out there?
    special tricks.

    i have been aplying foundation to the bags for the past month and it isnt cutting it anymore.

    i need help and fast
    please and thank you

    • ANSWER:
      Fresh Cucumber slices are the best remedy for bags (pockets of fluid) under the eyes. I have also heard of people using a moist tea bag. Some of the properties here will bring down swelling. If you choose to use the cucumbers, just place a slice over each eye while relaxing in the bath or before going to sleep.
      As for the dark circles, you seem very young to have this problem. It would be a good idea to make an appointment with your doctor. You may suffer from seasonal allergies or have another type of allergy that could be effecting your eyes only. The doctor could recommend the course of action and treatment to stop the symptoms for the long-term.
      Hoping this helps,
      Mysticmayr

34. QUESTION:
    How do I get rid of under eye circles fast?
    I'm 14 and I have a big audition today. I got about 9 hours of sleep last night but I woke up with a dark circle under one eye.

    Do you have any home remedies that I could use to quickly get rid of it? I know tea bags are supposed to help but I'm guessing you have to soak them in something. Do you have any tips for concealer that covers it up?

    Thank you so much!

    • ANSWER:
      ice would do

35. QUESTION:
    Dark circles, puffiness, and bags?
    I have horrible dark circles, puffiness, and bags under my eyes. I'm 13, so I don't want to do anything too dramatic. I'm looking for some simple, easy home remedies to use. The faster they work, the better!
    Thanks :]
    I need home remedies please : ]
    I already use conceiler.
    I'm pretty sure that doesn't help the puffiness ; ]

    • ANSWER:
      you know I am 14 and have the exact same problem the only thing I would recommend is to put a spoon in the freezer and let it get extremely cold than apply to eyes or use a concealer with a greenish or yellowish tint.

36. QUESTION:
    How can I get rid of the dark circles under my eyes?
    I'm 14 years old, and have had bags pretty much all of my life.
    I'm a migraine sufferer, and I've never been the type of person to get a good nights sleep every single night.

    Recently, my bags have got quite bad, and I often get self concious about them, so I wear my glasses a lot more now.
    (I only need glasses for computer work and reading.)

    I really hate the dark circles, and wish they'd just go away.
    Does anyone have any home remedies maybe, or even products that aren't too expensive as I'm kind of broke.
    But nothing like Garnier Roll On, because I've got that and it actually DOESN'T work, it just causes me to get a headache.
    Even a migraine, or maybe I just associate it with migraines, meh.

    Any help is much appreciated

    • ANSWER:
      oh i know what u mean. this worked for me. Buy a pack of Big Red gum and chew a piece for a bout 2 min then lick the wrapper and stick it on the bags under ur eyes. leave it on for a while and soon u can almost feel it replenishing ur skin. do this around twice a day. ENJOY!

37. QUESTION:
    Under-eye circles. Quick fix?
    I just got contacts after having glasses for more than half my life. However, I have ugly bags under my eyes and dark circles. How can I get rid of these. I'm only 16 too. The glasses used to hide them but now they're really obvious.

    Also, I have a white line on my nose, a tan line from my glasses.

    How can I get rid of these things quickly? Preferably with things I can find around the house since I can't go out and buy anything and I'm trying to save my money.

    So basically I need some home remedy type things for my problems. :]

    Thank you.

    • ANSWER:
      A. Dark circles are famously annoying and unfortunately, there's no way to get rid of them. However, you have 3 basic options for concealing them:

      Option 1: Use a proper concealer. Test out the best colors at a department store counter or at Sephora. (Tip: Tell the makeup artist you are looking to correct the undereye circles and are testing several different types before purchase). Choose concealer that's a shade lighter than your foundation. And if your circles are very dark, go 2 shades lighter. You might be choosing a concealer that's too light if you are getting a 'raccoon look.'

      read more here http://beauty.about.com/od/foundationsco...

      How you get dark circles
      Dark circles are caused by one of three primary reasons. Here's the quick and dirty on which solution works best for each type.

      - Bone structure. If you have deep-set eyes, shadowing contributes to the dark color under the eyes. Your best bet: camouflage. Look for concealers with yellow undertones, which counteract the bluish cast to under-eye circles.

      - Pigmentation. Genetic hyper-pigmentation is the most treatable form of dark circles. Your best bet: Try a lightening cream or talk to a dermatologist about chemical peels or laser resurfacing.

      - Vasculature inflammation. Late nights, allergies and nutritional deficiencies can enlarge the blood vessels beneath the thin under-eye skin. Your best bet: Take care of yourself! Sounds cliché but drink that water, get your beauty sleep, eat a healthy diet and avoid cigarette smoke (easy enough, right?).

      source:http://www.azcentral.com/style/articles/...

      here is something for it
      http://store.roots-store.com/darcirarey....

      dark circles cream
      http://www.healskincare.com/darkcircles....

      someone answered in yahoo answers about this
      mary kay's firming eye cream and the timewise age fighting eye cream are freakin awesome i use them everyday and i love them

      http://answers.yahoo.com/question/index?...

38. QUESTION:
    How can I get rid of my dark circles?
    I've noticed that I have dark circles—NOT bags—under my eyes & they make me look tired & bad. I know I'm getting enough sleep cause I sleep at like 9 & wake up at about 6 since I have school. That's about 9 hours of sleep, which is plenty for a 13 year old. Also I don't think it's hereditary cause I remember I didn't really have them when I was younger. I really want tips to get rid of them or at least help get rid of them, plz!! They're really annoying, & I don't really wanna wear makeup!! If u know any home remedies or things like that, I'd really appreciate ur help!! & don't tell me 2 do any of those laser stuff cuz I'm only 13, & I'm pretty sure my mom would never let me nor would I even want 2 do any of that stuff. Also, I would really prefer not 2 have to spend a lot of money. So, I'd really appreciate any help!!

    • ANSWER:
      Try taking warm tea bags and putting them over your eyes. It is supposed to get rid of puffiness, and it might help with the dark circles.

39. QUESTION:
    How can I keep my eyes looking bright and awake?
    When I wake up, my eyes look really pretty. The bags are gone and the dark circles are barely visible and my eyelids look even (for some reason, one is bigger than the other and I really hate it). But only like an hour later, they get droopy and I have really dark under eye circles. I think it makes me look really ugly. Does anyone have any effective home remedies that can help dark circles and eye bags? Also, any makeup tips? Also, is there anything I can do about my eyelids? I don't know if anyone else notices, but I do, and it really bugs me.

    One is hooded like this:
    http://img.xcitefun.net/users/2010/06/185444,xcitefun-hooded-eye4.jpg

    The other is like this, like you can barely see the eyelid:
    http://www.sumterplasticsurgery.com/images/p-istock_000011604984small.jpg

    I prefer the smaller one. How can I get them both even? Is there some product or make-up trick? I would prefer something that is permanent though, no surgery's though because I'm just 16. Please help, I'm really self conscious about my eyelids and eyes.

    • ANSWER:
      for your undereyes try an eyecream before bed and when u wake up put on a shade lighter concealer for your eyelids (mine do the same thing) blend a liitle on the concealer onto them then put a light shimmery eyeshadow on your lids ...put liner as close as u can to your lashes ( i smudge it into them) to make your eyes look even either put on alot of mascara (but make sure its not clumpy) or use falsies ..this with kind of hide the hooded one and make them appear to me the same i hope this helps

      a product that helps me is the rollerbal concealer and treatment thingy from Garnier Fructise

40. QUESTION:
    Lines under my eyes? What are they? Would a good concealer hide it?
    I don't have bags under my eyes nor dark circles, but I have a line under both of my eyes. I highly doubt there wrinkles, btw, I am 22 and been had these lines under my eyes for a long time since I was a child. It is somewhat noticeable just a tab, but I was wondering:

    1) Does anyone know what they are?

    2) What can I use to atleast get rid of them or hide them?

    2) Would a good eye concealer do the job?

    3) Is there any home remedies to get rid of them or is it genetics?

    • ANSWER:
      Yeah, I've noticed I've had them for several years also and I'm 20. I THINK it's some kind of water retention that causes (not dark circles) like a little puffy downward line like on top of your cheek bone (well at least mine is lol). I didnt read that book of a post above me much but it probably has some stuff you can do. I myself havnt tried to get rid of em but basicly what CAN cause it from what I've read is stress, allergies, a high intake of salt, or im guessing a bad sleep schedule.

      since im a guy im kind of lazy to do anything about it but you could go as small as keeping your head elevated when you sleep, or you can do the random stuff like put slices of cucumbers on your eyes or chilled teabags for maybe 5 minutes or so to reduce the water retention. and also drink a lot of water. : D

41. QUESTION:
    Dark circles?????????????
    I don't have real dark circles or perhaps better to say real under eye bags beacuse i'm only 20, but I do have a bit of swelling, and it's blue in color looks kind of like black eyes-what I would like to know is how to get rid of this puffiness and the blue color, and please don't suggest creams from pharmacies or cucumbers and such because I tried a lot of home remedies and they don't work and my dermatologist told me that it's too early for me to start using creams...please help....it's really annoying...
    tnx
    I said NO HOME REMEDIES!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I ALREADY TRIED EVERYTHING!!!!!!!the milk, the cucumbers, the spoons, the tea bags........nothing has worked!!!!!!I'm looking for an alternative

    • ANSWER:
      i have the same issue and i am ur age. There isnt anything that work. In the mean time i conceal it with physician's formula. Try the yellow shade, it helps conceal it really well.

42. QUESTION:
    Dark circles at young age: how can I reduce them?
    I am only 16, but I have really heavy, dark circles under my eyes. I had them for a while, but they seem to be worse for the past year or so. I can cover up the darkness with makeup, but you can still see the circles. They are slightly puffy also. I get enough sleep, I have a good diet, and I'm pretty sure I am getting enough water. I have tried tea bags, cucumbers, potatoes, and a lot more. I use Garnier Nutritioniste Skin Renew Anti-Puff Eye Roller, but it doesn't seem to help at all. What are some home remedies that may work and/or relatively inexpensive products--creams, gels, etc.? Thank you!!

    • ANSWER:
      ..secret...eat a lot of cucumbers/fruits/especially leafy greens... i have the same prob too but i fixed mines trust me you'll notice the difference in less than 3 days and sleep does not make a difference getting a looot of sleep does not help the dark circles often but hoped that helped you!=]

43. QUESTION:
    What can make me fall asleep?
    This whole summer ive been falling asleep asleep wayyyy late like at seven in the morning. What can make me fall asleep in like less than 10 minutes? I need to start getting back on track (ive never been on track! LOL) i even have dark circles under my eyes! so what canhelp me by the seventeeth??? I need help bad please and i have already tried the tea bag thing for my eyes. Home remedies for the eyes but itdoesnt have to be for the other one....HELLLPPPPP! Oh and what are some of your back to school tips about anything!

    • ANSWER:
      Perhaps you can find some useful tips in a web search for "how to fall asleep faster".

44. QUESTION:
    How do you remove eye bags?
    Basically, I have no idea what they are supposed to be called, but I call them eye bags as they form 'pouches' under my eyes when I smile.
    When I don't, the 'pouches' reduce but still appear.

    Below my bags are dark eye circles which I find ugly. Is there any way to lighten them, and at the same time remove my eye bags? I have heard of using chamomile tea-bags and I am going to try the method out tomorrow, but for now I would like to know mote methods.

    Please help! I cannot go through surgery and put on make-up, nor creams and concealers, so please contribute home remedies and such. Thank you!

    • ANSWER:
      u can put slices of cucumber on ur eyes to bring down the swelling n at the same times reduce the dark circles...

45. QUESTION:
    Dark cirlcles and dry skin, any suggestions to fix them?
    I'm having trouble with dark circles under my eyes. This picture gives a... pretty good example of them:
    http://i4.photobucket.com/albums/y105/Chrono-chan/People%20Pictures/muahhahahhats003.jpg

    It's kinda frusterating. Thats with make-up on, too. I'm getting a fair amount of sleep (( Usually 8 hours )) and dont stare at a screen all day long, either. I'm going to try the tea bags thing as well as cucumbers and so on. I was just wondering if there are any store bought ways to reduce the fluid built-up there.

    As for my dry skin, I'm actually looking for ways to make it softer. I take a vitiman E pill that helps quite a bit. But I'm looking to make it softer then it is right now. Any product or home remedy ideas to get my skin softer?

    • ANSWER:
      There are many causes of dark circles, from age, heredity, allergies, cold or sinus infection, bone structure and glasses which are not so commonly known.
      http://www.mydarkcirclesblog.com/2006/11/27/causes-of-dark-circles/

      If you would like to apply home remedies to reduce dark circles, here are some of my suggestions:
      Buy a box of regular, old fashioned unflavored gelatin (e.g. Knox) from grocery store. Take a small cup or bowl and put in 1 teaspoon of the gelatin mix. Add one tablespoon of boiling water & stir for a minute. Test it on your wrist to make sure it is not too hot. Then, using a cotton ball, pat it under your eyes as you would an eye cream or gel. Go lie down and listen to some music, or take a bath & let it stay on for at least 30 minutes. Then just rinse it off.Gelatin is very high in Vitamin K & Biotin. It will not remove your dark circles on the first application (but you will notice a difference), but if you do it daily for a week, and then 2-3 times a week for maintenance, you should notice a drastic reduction in dark circles.
      http://www.mydarkcirclesblog.com/2007/01/01/special-spa-home-remedy-to-reduce-dark-circles/

      To hide dark circles, you can use YSL concealer or salmon concealer..
      http://www.mydarkcirclesblog.com .. tips on how to reduce dark circles, the causes of dark circles, home remedies, eye creams reviews, make up tips, and natural healer.

      http://www.cleansecolonblog.com Cleanse Colon Blog writes about colon cleanse home remedies and review colon cleanse products.

46. QUESTION:
    can someone help me, more then one qeustion.?
    so i have like translucent pale skin with a slight yellow undertone dark circles n bags under my eyes =(
    you can see the veins in my eyelids sumtimes too. gross. i get dry patches n puffiness under my eyes. my face gets really dry too. & im gettin wrinkles around my mouth from smilingg.
    i neeed some like magic face wash or lotion thatll help fix this. i dont really get pimples just white heads like every where. urghh. any home remedies thatll help the dark circles n bags ? (:

    one more thing. wats a good hair color for someone with a skin color like me ?
    i have brown eyes if that helps. just curious cuz i have a hair apt. 2marrow.
    and i wanna try sumthing dif. cuz the brass tone in my hair dosnt look good wit my skin tone.

    id really like to hear your opinions. (=

    • ANSWER:
      If you have pale skin do not i repeat DO NOT dye your hair blonde!!! Not many people can pull it off. So I suggest A chestnut/ dark brown colour. It will look nice with your eyes and will make your skin look better. i dont know about the wrinkles except for the ones you buy in shops. Just buy one that promises to help with ageing thats meant for 60 year olds.

47. QUESTION:
    How do I get rid of eye bags! Please help?
    I'm 14 years old and I have dark circles under me eyes that are really puffy. I dont think it's normal but I'm puerto rican so I can see why I have them. Is there anything that can help me get rid of them and fast because for the first time in 3 years of being homeshcooled I am finally going back to regular public school and it high school which I will be in 10th grade. It makes me insecure that I'm 143 pounds of ugliness so I'm really scared going back but I want to cause I'm tired of being stuck at home with no friends. I hate these eye bags so maybe getting them gone will build my confidence. Also if you have any secrets of how to get rid of blackheads that would be great. Sorry for the extra info. It would also be great if it's nothing expensive cause my mom is the one who would probably buy it and I am open to any home remedies also.

    Thanxx to everyone in advanced
    MY parents don't allow me to wear makeup

    • ANSWER:
      These are things you can do at home without spending money:

      Place two slices of cool cucumber on the eyes for several minutes OR
      Moisten two tea bags in cold water, chill them in the refrigerator and place them over closed eyelids for several minutes

      Use eyeshadow to bring attention to your eyes, and away from any imperfections. Use a highlighter under the brow. Make up is all about accentuating your beauty, without going over board.

      Your not 143 pounds of ugliness, EVERY girls thinks that going into 9th or 10th grade. What is your best feature? Accentuate it.

      Check out the before and after link I have. Remember those beautiful women in magazines are airbrushed!

48. QUESTION:
    Skin care help for the face?
    This question is going to be a big ask but I will be grateful of any help anyone can provide.

    I have very dry skin that goes red and is very sensitive, and I usually get spilt and cracked lips in the corners and I can react to many products, so this makes it hard for me to use really strong chemicals on my face.

    There are many things I wish to ask so here is a list, even if you only know one answer I will appreciate it.

    1- What foods / drinks are good for healthy glowing skin?

    2- What products are good for reducing spots and blemishes?

    3- How can I make my skin an even colour without using makeup?

    4- How can I get rid of dry skin without stripping my face of its natural oils?

    5- How can I reduce bags and dark circles under my eyes?

    6- Does sunscreen help your skin look naturally radiant if used everyday?

    7- Are there any home remedies that you know that work?

    8- Is it possible to reduce the size of pours on your face, if so, how?

    9- How can I stop my nose from going oily, without applying makeup?

    10- Is there any useful information that you wish to share about skin care?

    I thank you in advance for any help provided and hope that not only does this question help me but help many others that wish to find out the answers to these questions x

    • ANSWER:
      drink plenty of water, at strawberries and cleanse, tone and moisturise every morning and night. the body shop does great products and creates a regime for your problems and skin type
      look on http://www.thebodyshop.co.uk/_en/_gb/index.aspx

49. QUESTION:
    i need some advice on makeup, skin cream, and cleansers?
    well, here's the deal. i'm turning 25 years old soon, and i've realized latley that my skin just isnt what it used to be. i've noticed i've started getting dark circles and bags under my eyes, faint smile lines around my mouth, small signs of crows feet, and a little redness around my jaw on my cheeks. i was wondering what were the best makeups, skin creams, and cleaners to use for people with skin that is starting to show signs of aging? i am very fair skinned, and sometimes sensetitive to some skin cleansers and skin cream. i do wear makeup on a daily basis, usually just a little eyeshadow, mascara, blush, and powder.

    since i'm turning 25 soon, i want to start taking good care of my skin. i don't want to spend a fortune, but i'm willing to spend a little extra so i can take good care of my skin.

    if anybody has any advice on some good cosmetics, or has any "home remedies" please share with me!

    thanks!

    • ANSWER:
      Hi! I'm turning 25 too, and I started paying attention to my skin more when I started to wear make-up (21, when I was earning $ to buy it, LOL). Anyway, for 25 y/olds in general, your skin should still be in it's "tip-top" shape. I'm not saying that you're doing something wrong, but it's really high time to shape your skin up.

      The best home remedy is drinking lots of water. It replenishes the skin and eliminates toxins in the body the natural way. Also, it's best to quit smoking if you do (it doesn't really do the body good anyway). Always moisturize. Doesn't matter if you use cheap-y products. The key is to moisturize everyday. I've noticed that my skin got healthier after the first month that I moisturize. It also retards that aging of the skin definitely.

      For myself, I use Clinique Dramatically Different Moisturizing Lotion and Moisture Surge for the eyes. I'm not partial to high-end products, it's just that I loved the effect that Clinique skin care products have on my skin when I first got a tester bottle of their moisturizer and eye cream. But like I said, even if you only buy Avon or Nivea or any other cheaper product, the key is to do it everyday. I've heard a lot of people rave about Crisco (the vegetable shortening) and how it made their faces smoother significantly. I haven't tried Crisco on my face, but I have in my feet and it did make a significant change in the way the soles of my feet feel. So, it's also something you want to look at. Cosmetics wise, I use a lot of MAC, but for skin care, I'm for Clinique all the way

50. QUESTION:
    Some questions for possibly beauty people?
    Ok, so i've been wondering how to do these things. I want to see if they will work and it would be nice if they did lol. I need inexpenive home remedies if possible.

    1. Eyelash growth, how to?
    2. Getting rid of stretch marks.
    3. Getting rid of pimples quickly.
    4. Getting rid of razor burn after shaving (not just preventing)
    5. making eyebrows thicker.
    6. getting rid of dark circles and under eye bags.
    7. making hair grow faster, some possible home remedies?

    haha there not all mine, its between me and about 3 other friends so answers to any of these will be helpful.

    cheers guys xx

    • ANSWER:
      1 for eyelashes latisse b careful though it has some bad side affects

      #2 stretch marks this is the number 1 product 4 this TriLASTIN-SR

      #3 idk for sure so u might not want 2 try this but idk how 2 get rid of pimples fast but i love clean and clear and neutrogena
      Mario Badescu's Drying lotion it may not b 2 good for ur skin but u can find lots of answers 2 this question on youtube

      #4 aloe

      #5 idk??? but u can pencil it a bit to give it that apperance without looking fake

      #6 CUCUMBER AND SLEEP!!!!! it does wonders but b sure 2 drink at least 3 glasses of water daily and frozen teabags work good 2

      #7 idk at all