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Reduce Under Eye Circles Naturally
What a surprise to wake up and find out you look like one of those big-eyed fish? Under eye circles and puffiness is no way to begin the day. Commercial applications can be expensive. Treat your condition with natural beauty options.
Part of solving the beauty problem involves an understanding as to why it happens in the first place. Two causes: lack of sleep and stressful situations, play a role in under eye circles. A body that lacks proper rest has a hard time repairing itself. The result is dark circles or worse.
Shedding tears of joy or sadness causes problems under the eyes. Tears are retained in the tissue and dark circles and puffiness result.
Here are a few ways to reduce that look without chemicals.
1. Cucumbers. Waste not, want not is the adage when it comes to natural beauty. Thin slices of cold cucumbers can be placed on the eyes for at least 10 minutes. The juice works as an astringent, removing excess fluid and lightening the area under the eyes. Don't throw them away afterwards, though. Pop them in your mouth for a healthy snack.
2. Potato slices. They are great baked, fried, and boiled, but how about on the eyes? Potatoes were once used as a way to pull impurities from the body in folk remedies. Slice a potato into two thin circles to apply to the eyes for about 20 minutes. The raw potato will lighten dark circles.
3. Use mushy bananas. Food seems to be the order of the day as a natural remedy. Bananas contain potassium which is great for the body because it helps restore water balance. Take a ripe banana and mash it up. You can puree it in a blender for a smoother texture. Before going to bed, place some of the banana puree under your eyes like a cream. In the morning, the dark circles should be gone or greatly diminished.
4. Use chamomile tea bags. Whether warm or cold, tea bags can help in the fight against under eye circles. Brew the tea like you would if you wanted to enjoy a cup. Put the tea bags on a plate to cool. For chilled tea bags, place them in the refrigerator. When the desired temperature is reached, put the tea bags on your eyes for 10 minutes.
5. Drink plenty of water. Part of the reason skin begins to look dark under the eyes is due to lack of proper hydration. Drinking at least eight glasses of water a day can stop under eye circles from being a problem in the first place.
6. Make changes to your diet. Your body will let you know when there is a deficiency. The skin is our largest organ so changes are sure to show up there. One sign of deficiency is dark patches under the eyes.
7. Moisturize! Once you hydrate, don't let it all leave your body. Keep enough inside to give your skin that healthy glow. Natural moisturizing ingredients include nut oils and avocado. Both contain Vitamin E which nourishes the skin. Go straight to the source with your own avocado paste and nourishing nut oil.
Dark circles are no fun for anyone. Use natural treatments in lieu of chemical products.
Tips To Help You Reach Your New Year’s Resolutions
"New Year's resolutions" are almost synonymous to "better health." Whether it's to lose weight, stop smoking, drink less, eat healthier, many changes desired to be made are in reference to healthier living. To ensure you achieve your goal, there are a few things you should do 2 weeks before your start date to keep yourself in line.
Know your goals: Long-term or final goals are essential; but what about your short-term goals? People tend to forget about short-term goals, which are necessary in order to accomplish long-term goals. Getting rid of 20 pounds in four months is a smart long-term goal, but it can be overwhelming to consider that day after day tasks to get to lose the weight.
Short-term goals for losing 20 pounds in four months can include eating 2 servings of fruit and 3 servings of veggies a day for the first three weeks. After those three weeks, another short-term goal could be to increase cardio time by 6 minutes each session for the next four weeks. Having those shorter goals to look forward to will shorten the overall time frame of the long-term goal, hence increasing your chances of achieving it.
Know your weaknesses: If there is anything that is going to keep you from reaching your long-term goals, get rid of it. If it is something that needs to be removed from your house, ask someone else to keep it. If it is a store or restaurant, avoid it all cost; even if it means you have take a different route to do so. And forget about trying to be strong and tempting yourself. Instead admit your weakness and just stay away from the temptation.
Substitute your weakness with something that will make you stronger (For example, instead of buying treats at the store, buy flowers and display them around your house to remind you how well you're doing!).
Get a support system: A support system is a good way to stay motivated because you will not want to let the people down who are holding you accountable. Enlist family members, friends, or even an internet health site as a part of your support system.
Keep a journal: Remind yourself of what you've done throughout your journey of your short-term and long-term goals. How did you feel when you accomplished your daily tasks? What pitfalls did you encounter and how can you avoid those the next time? Write down thoughts you have about your goals or life in general and try to be as positive as you can when recounting your experiences. Read your journal from the first page to the current date at the end of each week to help you start the coming week on geared up and ready to go.
To remind yourself of your goals, get a calendar for the New Year, two index cards, a marker, and a pencil. The first thing you need to do is write down your long-term goal on the index cards with the marker. Pin or tape one card next to the calendar on the wall and the other card on mirror in your bathroom.
Choose the date you wish to accomplish the long-term goal by, write it on your calendar, and circle the date with the marker. Using the pencil, write the short-term goals on your calendar and circle those dates too. Also, write down the specific daily things you will be doing; such as details of workout session, meal plans, water amounts, etc., that are the basis for your long-term goal in whatever you use daily to log in important dates.
Consistently using these tips will help you reach that goal and live a healthier life! Remember to celebrate all your successes, big or small, and if you veer off course, it's never too late to get back on again.
