Tired eyes can make you look stressed and exhausted, even if you’ve had a full night’s sleep. Puffiness and dark circles are often caused by stress, lack of sleep, or even genetics, but natural remedies can go a long way to help.
These solutions are easy, affordable, and can be done right at home. With ingredients like tea bags, cucumber, and even a splash of cold water, you can reduce puffiness and dark circles and give your eyes a fresh, revived look.
Here are 20 ways to treat tired eyes naturally.
Cold Tea Bags
Place chilled green or black tea bags over your eyes for about 10 minutes. The caffeine in tea constricts blood vessels, reducing puffiness and dark circles.
Antioxidants in tea also help to soothe and brighten the under-eye area.
Cucumber Slices
Apply chilled cucumber slices to your eyes and leave them on for 10–15 minutes. Cucumber’s cooling effect reduces puffiness while its vitamin C helps lighten dark circles.
This classic remedy is refreshing and works wonders for tired eyes.
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Cold Compress
Hold a cold compress or ice pack over your eyes for a few minutes. The cold reduces swelling and helps shrink blood vessels, giving your eyes a more alert and refreshed look.
It’s a quick and effective remedy for instant results.
Aloe Vera Gel
Gently massage a small amount of aloe vera gel under your eyes. Aloe vera’s hydrating and anti-inflammatory properties reduce puffiness and dark circles.
It also feels cool and soothing on the skin, perfect for sensitive areas.
Rose Water Pads
Soak cotton pads in rose water and place them on your eyes for 10 minutes. Rose water is known for its soothing and refreshing qualities.
It hydrates and helps reduce swelling, leaving your eyes looking fresh and bright.
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Almond Oil Massage
Massage a drop of almond oil around your eyes before bed. Almond oil is rich in vitamin E and can help reduce dark circles over time.
A gentle massage also improves circulation, minimizing puffiness.
Raw Potato Slices
Apply thin slices of raw potato under your eyes for 10–15 minutes. Potatoes contain enzymes and vitamins that lighten dark circles and reduce swelling.
They’re an inexpensive but highly effective remedy.
Cold Milk Soak
Dip a cotton ball in cold milk and apply it to your under-eye area. Milk’s lactic acid helps brighten the skin, while the cool temperature reduces puffiness.
Leave it on for 5–10 minutes for the best results.
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Witch Hazel Pads
Soak cotton pads in witch hazel and place them over your eyes. Witch hazel is a natural astringent that reduces puffiness and tightens skin.
It’s particularly useful if you’re looking for a quick, no-fuss solution.
Turmeric Paste
Mix turmeric powder with a bit of water to form a paste and apply it under your eyes. Turmeric’s anti-inflammatory properties help reduce swelling, and its brightening effects can lighten dark circles.
Leave it on for 10 minutes before rinsing.
Vitamin E Oil
Dab a tiny amount of vitamin E oil under your eyes before bed. Vitamin E is known for its skin-rejuvenating properties, helping to reduce dark circles and moisturize dry skin.
Over time, it can improve the texture and look of your under-eye area.
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Coffee Grounds Mask
Combine used coffee grounds with a little coconut oil and apply it under your eyes. The caffeine in coffee helps reduce puffiness, and the antioxidants improve circulation, brightening dark circles.
Let it sit for 10 minutes before rinsing.
Chamomile Tea Bags
Place cooled chamomile tea bags over your eyes for about 10 minutes. Chamomile has natural anti-inflammatory properties that reduce puffiness and soothe tired skin.
This remedy also provides a calming, spa-like experience.
Cold Metal Spoons
Place two metal spoons in the fridge, then press the backs of the spoons gently against your eyes. The cold metal reduces swelling instantly, and the shape fits perfectly around your eyes for even application.
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Papaya Mask
Mash a bit of papaya and apply it under your eyes for 10 minutes. Papaya contains enzymes that naturally brighten the skin and reduce dark circles.
This fruity remedy also hydrates, leaving the skin feeling soft and refreshed.
Egg White Mask
Apply whipped egg whites under your eyes and let it dry for 10–15 minutes. Egg whites tighten the skin and reduce the appearance of puffiness.
Rinse it off with cool water for a firm, refreshed look.
Mint Leaf Paste
Crush a few mint leaves into a paste and apply it under your eyes. Mint has a cooling effect and stimulates circulation, reducing puffiness and dark circles.
Let it sit for 5–10 minutes before rinsing with cool water.
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Avocado Slices
Place a thin slice of avocado under each eye. Avocado is rich in fatty acids and vitamins that nourish and moisturize the delicate skin around your eyes.
This hydrating treatment reduces dark circles and softens the skin.
Honey and Olive Oil Mask
Mix a little honey with olive oil and gently dab it under your eyes. Honey’s hydrating properties, combined with olive oil’s antioxidants, help fade dark circles and reduce puffiness.
Leave it on for 10 minutes before rinsing.
Stay Hydrated
Drink plenty of water throughout the day. Proper hydration keeps your skin looking healthy and reduces puffiness caused by dehydration.
Drinking water consistently also improves skin elasticity and brightness over time.
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