According to mayoclinic.com, the main causes for dark circles under the eyes are: lack of sleep, allergies, eczema, heredity, smoking, drinking alcohol or caffeinated drinks, nasal congestion, pigmentation irregularities, and sun exposure.

Since there is such a wide range of causes, you should experiment to see what works best for you. There are several different things people who have issues with under eye circles can inexpensively try at home.

1. Chill two teaspoons and hold them over your eyes.

2. Cold cucumber slices held over the eyes for at least 10 min.

3. Cool/moist chamomile teabags over the eyes for 5-10min.

4. Saline washes or sprays can help with nasal congestion and sinus issues that may cause undereye circles.

5. Use extra pillows to elevate your head and prevent undereye fluid collection.

I've personally used a few of these remedies (cucumbers, teabags, and spoons), and the cucumbers always worked the best for me. I like to let them sit on my eyes while I'm giving myself a facial.

Hope that helps!

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