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15 Home Remedies To Treat Dry Skin Around Your Eyes

Aloe Vera Gel

Aloe vera moisturizes and hydrates the skin. Aloe vera also stimulates collagen production, preventing wrinkles. This is particularly beneficial when treating dry skin around the eyes.

You Will Need;

One tablespoon of fresh aloe vera gel

Method:
      1. Rub the aloe vera gel in your eyes. Focus on the dry areas.
      2. Leave it on overnight.
      3. You can wash it off the following day.
      4. Do this each night.

 

Almond Oil

Almond oil can be used to heal dry skin. Almond oil is beneficial for managing eczema.

You Will Need;

A few drops of almond oil

Method:
      1. Massage almond oil onto your skin around the eyes.
      2. Leave it on overnight.
      3. Rinse it off the next day.
      4. Repeat this procedure every night.

Vitamin E Oil

Vitamin E is a powerful antioxidant. Vitamin E boosts collagen production and helps reduce dark circles. It keeps your skin healthy and youthful around your eyes.

You Will Need;

Two vitamin E capsules

Method:
      1. Carefully open the capsules and squeeze the oil out.
      2. Rub the oil all over your eyes.
      3. Leave it on overnight.
      4. Do this each night.

 Glycerin

Glycerin protects your skin from drying and keeps it hydrated. Glycerin-containing creams were found to be effective in treating atopic skin conditions.

You Will Need;
      • A few drops of glycerin
      • Two cotton pads
Method
      1. Apply some glycerin to the cotton pads.
      2. Put the pads on your eyes.
      3. Leave them on for five minutes, then take them off.
      4. Apply the glycerin to your skin for at least one night.
      5. Rinse it off the next day.
      6. Do this each night.

Vaseline Or Petroleum Jelly

Petroleum jelly prevents your skin from losing its moisture. Petroleum jelly prevents your skin from drying out and keeps it hydrated. It can be a little greasy for some, though.

You Will Need;

1/2 teaspoon Vaseline or any petroleum jelly

Method:
      1. Apply a small amount of petroleum jelly to your fingertips.
      2. Rub it gently on your eyes.
      3. Leave it on overnight.
      4. Use lukewarm water to wash your face the next day.
      5. Use this every night.

Green Tea Bags

Green tea is good for skin rejuvenation and skin regeneration. Green tea bags can be applied to the skin to prevent dryness and puffiness around the eyes. However, there is not enough evidence to support this claim.

You Will Need
      • Two green tea bags
      • Water
Method
      1. Heat water in a saucepan and then pour into a cup.
      2. Heat the tea bags in a small saucepan of boiling water for about 5 minutes.
      3. Let them air dry.
      4. Put them on your eyelids.
      5. Let the tea bags sit for 15-20 minutes or longer
      6. Take them out and rinse your eyes with cool water.
      7. Repeat the steps at least once per day (preferably before you go to bed).

Avocado

Avocado oil is very nourishing for dry or damaged skin. In rat studies, it was shown to increase collagen synthesis by topical application. This could help reduce wrinkles around your eyes. Rat studies showed that avocado pulp had faster wound healing properties.

You Will Need;

Add a few drops of avocado oil to a tablespoon of pulp (mashed).

Method:
      1. Use avocado oil to gently massage your skin around the eyes.
      2. Leave it on overnight, then wash it off the following morning.
      3. Apply the avocado pulp to the eyes.
      4. Turn it on for 15-20 minutes.
      5. Gently remove pulp using wet tissue.
      6. Rinse it with warm water.
      7. Repeat this step once a day before you go to bed.

Honey

Since ancient times, honey has been used to treat skin conditions and heal wounds. Honey is highly hydrating and an excellent emollient. It also keeps your skin moisturized and prevents water loss.

You Will Need;

One teaspoon of organic honey or Manuka honey

Method:
      1. Spread a thin layer of honey around your eyes.
      2. Turn it on for 15-20 minutes.
      3. Rinse it with warm water.
      4. Use a hydrating cream to moisturize your eyes.
      5. Do this every night.

Cucumber

Cucumber has a cooling impact on the skin. It reduces dark circles around the eyes, moisturizes the skin, and reduces inflammation.

You Will Need;
      • 4-5 Tablespoons of cucumber juice (grate the cucumber and extract the liquid).
      • Two cotton pads
Method:
      1. Let the cucumber juice cool for at least half an hour.
      2. Soak the cotton pad with the juice.
      3. Put them on your eyes.
      4. Keep them on for 15-20 minutes.
      5. Take out the cotton pads.
      6. Wash the liquid in cold water.
      7. Repeat this procedure every night.

Milk

Your skin will feel relaxed when you consume milk. Your skin will stay nourished, moisturized, and protected by milk. Lactic acid, which is found in milk, can improve the skin’s texture and make it smoother.

You Will Need;
      • Raw milk
      • Two cotton pads
Method:
      1. Dip your cotton pads in milk and place them on the eyes.
      2. Leave them on until 20 minutes.
      3. Take the pads off and rinse your eyes with cold water.
      4. Do this every day.

Shea Butter

Because of its moisturizing, anti-inflammatory, and hydrating properties, shea butter is often used in skincare products and commercial moisturizers. Shea butter can also be used to treat the skin around your eyes.

You Will Need;
      • One tablespoon of raw shea butter
      • One vitamin E capsule (optional)
Method:
      1. Take the vitamin E oil out of the capsule and combine it with shea butter.
      2. Mix a little of the mixture with your fingers.
      3. Rub it on your skin around the eyes.
      4. Leave it on overnight.
      5. You can wash it off the following day.

Olive Oil

Olive oil can be applied topically to the skin and has anti-inflammatory properties. It helps reduce oxidative damage and promotes skin reconstruction.

You Will Need;

A few drops of cold-pressed olive oil

Method:
      1. Rub the olive oil gently on the eye area.
      2. Leave it on overnight.
      3. Rinse it with cool water.
      4. Do this each night.

Yoghurt

Yoghurt can moisturize the skin by being applied as a facial mask or on its own. It can brighten your skin, calm it down, and increase its moisture.

You Will Need;

1 cup plain yoghurt or curd

Method:
      1. Use yoghurt to moisturize your eyes. You must be careful not to get yoghurt in your eyes.
      2. Turn it on for about 10-15 minutes.
      3. Rinse it with cool water.
      4. Do this every day.

Milk Cream

Because of its moisturizing properties, milk cream is a common home remedy. It moisturizes the skin and makes it feel soft and smooth.

You Will Need;

One tablespoon of milk cream or malai

Method:
      1. Massage the milk cream gently into your skin around the eyes.
      2. Turn it on for 15-20 minutes.
      3. Wipe the cream off with a soft tissue.
      4. This routine should be repeated daily.

Rose Water

Rosewater rejuvenates your skin. Rosewater has an anti-inflammatory action on the skin, which helps reduce inflammation, redness, and puffiness. Although it cannot prevent dryness, it can help keep your skin healthy and youthful. Rosewater can be made at home. Rosewater made at home is better than those purchased in stores.

You Will Need;
      • Two tablespoons of rose water
      • Two cotton pads
Method:
      1. Soak cotton pads in rosewater.
      2. Put them on your eyes.
      3. Turn them on for 15-20 mins, and then take a break.
      4. Take out the pads and do the same each night before bed.

It is easy to prevent dryness around the eyes. These are some ways to care for the skin around your eyes. You can also keep your eyes and skin healthy by being careful about treating them. Here are some tips to avoid dry skin around your eyes.

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