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Blackstrap Molasses, Borax
Posted by Pamela (Livonia) on 04/08/2016
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For dark circles under the eyes, try organic unsulfured Black Strapped Molasses, nature's super food. 2 tsp a day. Also, organic Borax from the healthfood store, mix 1 tsp with a pitcher of alkalized spring water. You will notice a change very soon.
Calcium and Magnesium Citrate
Posted by Joy (Battleground, Wash) on 05/01/2013
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I use coconut oil in my diet and topically and a mutli mineral that is 1 to 1 ratio of calcium magnesium and my dark circles that I have had since childhood are gone and they were DARK.
I think my other magnesium that is citrate also plumped my skin back up and so the skin is not thin under my eyes any more and the wrinkles in my forehead are fading away and they were deep tracks.
If you are trying new things... Go slow!
Love, Joy
Oil Pulling
Posted by Karthik (Mumbai, India) on 02/07/2007
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Though i come from the country where Ayurveda was invented and popular, thanx to Earth Cinic in giving me insight on Oil pulling therapy. I started with sesame oil the first week did for 10mts, now 20mts starting from mid jan2007. It helped me with totally arresting from bleeding gums and black circles under my eyes dissapeared. I used to get sleep only at 5am and now i sleep by maximum 10.30. So far I have benefited gums cure/dark circles and good night sleep. Therefore I recommend to all. It is win win situation any which way. No side effects, cheaper remedy and simple too
Fennel
Posted by Susan (La, Ca) on 08/28/2012
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omg.. I am shocked. Literally I took fennel and after a long night of cleanse, and sleeping. I noticed NO DARK CIRCLEs.... They were there for months. thats nuff said, my eyes looks brighter and my skin was soft, glowing.
Apple Cider Vinegar
Posted by Omnischoolmom (Durham, North Carolina, Usa) on 03/17/2012
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Here is the ACV ratio I use: 5 parts water, 2 parts raw honey (optional), and 1 part Apple Cider Vinegar. Good for drinking and topical application, even one drop at a time in the eyes (one eye at a time, it will sting for a good 10 seconds, so roll your eye all around while closed to coat it before your tears wash it out).
Coconut Oil
Posted by Linda (Nyc) on 01/23/2011
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i have used both nutiva and spectrum topically for my dark eyes and they both have worked. I think nutiva is better since its raw. My dark circles are hereditary and to top it off I suffer from insomnia and sinus issues. I saw a difference in maybe 4 days to a week. It sure does the trick and its natural. Taking it internally wouldn't hurt but it isn't necessary.
Oil Pulling
Posted by Misha (Binghamton, New York) on 03/21/2009
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I have had dark circles under my eyes nearly all my life. I even have elementary school pictures that show my dark circles under my eyes! HOWEVER, I absolutely SWEAR by oil pulling with pure unrefined sesame seed oil every morning and evening to get rid of undereye circles (1 tsp swished for about 10 minutes, rinse with diluted H202). It really works! I don't really know why; I assume it eliminates impurities that accumulate under your eyes resulting in the appearance of dark circles. I also find that a dab of castor oil applied around the eyes before bedtime reduces the appearance of dark circles. Good luck! I hope it works just as great for you and others!
Colon Cleanse
Posted by kristin (St. Louis, MO) on 12/19/2007
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Around your eyes the skin is the thinest...Right? Think of the brown spots if any on your skin. The body is not cleaning itself and it is trying to tell you everytime you look in the mirror...Help! Now your liver and possibly your kidneys need a really good cleanse. You could see the difference pretty fast, the skin is the biggest organ we have and it is the first to give us a warning that something is wrong. Cleanse.... Oh, some people have different colors red, yellow, purple around their eyes, same thing....there is a build up of something your body DOES NOT LIKE...Cleanse... Have a delightful Holiday Season.
Molasses
Posted by Ann (Chicago, Il, Usa) on 07/09/2010
In response to Melissa, in some cases dark circles can be caused by an iron deficiency. That would explain why the iron-rich BSM worked for you and nothing else did. I have been trying lots of other cures for my dark circles, Oil Pulling, Apple Cider Vinegar, and Virgin Coconut Oil among them. I also have RLS and cold hands and feet, so I started taking the BSM today and I hope it will work for me, too!
Ferrum Phos 6x
Posted by Christine (Australia) on 06/08/2015
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For dark marks on the inner eyes, have Ferrum Phos 6x (Schuessler Biochemic Salts) daily till they disappear. This particular cell salt is also good for bleeding.
Almond Oil
Posted by St (Japan) on 01/21/2014
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Almond oil may work for tired eyes but life long dark circles it does not work for at all. It is nice on the skin but after 1 year of using almond oil, I can 100% say it does not work for people that have dark circles from childhood.
Almond Oil
Posted by Claudia (Santa Fe, Nm) on 02/14/2010
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I've been using almond oil on a cotton ball to remove eye makeup for nearly a year now and it is simply fantastic! It removes mascara and any other eye makeup gently and easily. It also has made my eyelashes softer and I have no dark under eye circles anymore. It's also fairly cheap and the bottle lasts a very long time!
Apple Cider Vinegar
Posted by Deirdre (Atlanta, GA) on 03/21/2009
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I drink it: 2 teaspoons in 8 ounces of water once a day. When I have managed to stay off of wheat and sugar for some time, it has made a dramatic difference in dark eye circles.
Apple Cider Vinegar
Posted by Deborah (NC) on 07/08/2022
I use a stainless steel straw when I drink my apple cider vinegar. It also helps so it doesn't affect the enamel on our teeth. All the best!
Potato
Posted by Charity (Faithville, Us) on 02/26/2015
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A grated potato chilled, then place on the top of eyes closed for 10-20 minutes, bleaches them lighter and nourishes them, rinse them off and add nightly coconut oil.
Makeup tip: Darker foundation on nose and cheek will make eye area appear lighter.
Dietary Changes
Posted by Tj (Sturgis, Mi) on 07/30/2011
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My gluten intolerance was causing dark spots under my eyes. Just an idea to check.
Apple Cider Vinegar
Posted by El (Washington, Dc) on 12/25/2016
Brilliant! This is what has kept me from taking ACV. (I've tried it with the straw, but that didn't do a thing to stop contact with my teeth.) thanks for sharing. Taking frozen ACV tabs reminds me of the following: "Let thy food be thy medicine."
Calcium and Magnesium Citrate
Posted by Draisy (Los Angeles) on 08/22/2015
So curious, what is a mutli mineral that is 1 to 1 ratio of calcium magnesium?
Have been living with dark circles since puberty (the thin skin kind).
Thanks!
Fennel
Posted by Rob (Kentucky) on 12/01/2025
Fennel can help with dark circles due to its anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties, which reduce puffiness and brighten the under-eye area. It can be used in several ways, including as a cooled tea applied with cotton pads, as a diluted essential oil mixed with a carrier oil like coconut oil, or as an ingredient in specialized eye creams or serums.
How to use fennel for dark circles:
Fennel tea compress: Brew fennel seeds or tea bags in hot water, let the liquid cool completely, then soak cotton pads in the solution. Place the pads over your closed eyes for about 10 minutes to help reduce puffiness.
Fennel oil blend: Mix a drop or two of fennel essential oil with a carrier oil like coconut oil. Gently pat the mixture under your eyes before bed, using a light touch.
Juicing
Posted by Ti (Houston, Usa) on 09/06/2011
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A week of veggie juicing to include items like dandelion greens, radishes, cucs, celery and parsley (as well as lemon juice) help clean out the liver which eliminate the dark circles.
Juice first thing in the AM and drink immediately on empty stomach.
Apple Cider Vinegar
Posted by Joyce (Joelton, Tn) on 04/11/2009 489 posts
Hello Ray, You can answer your own question by seeing if total elimination of wheat products gets rid of the dark circles under eyes. It it does then try some of the whole wheat products and see if they return. It may be something used in the bleaching process instead of the gluten. Of course any allergy to other foods may be the cause, not just wheat. Dairy products are another big cause of allergies, but there again, if you can find someone with a cow that sells unprocessed milk, you might find that it isn't the milk but something the processors added that is the problem rather than the milk.
