50 March 2014 www.womanthismonth.com BEAUTY | 5 tips If you’re tired of looking sleepy or under the weather, you can try these quick fixes to give your eyes a lift. Magic Veggie Another well-known solution is chilled cucumber. The vegetable contains enzymes that reduce inflammation, erasing the tired look. The fact that it boasts 90 percent water helps with the cooling and soothing effect. Lean your head back, rest a slice on closed eyes, and relax! 2. No More Puffy Eyes! 4. 1. Topical Caffeine Drinking a double-espresso may wake you up, but it won’t help you get rid of the bags under your eyes. However, applying creams that contain caffeine can reduce the fluid retention that is easily visible due to the thinness of the skin. Caffeine constricts blood vessels and draws water away, making the skin tighter. Steeped tea bags cooled in ice water is a great home remedy known to prevent sun damage in the area as well. The touch of a finger A massage is an easy way to stimulate blood circulation around the eyes. Done with the help of a professional or by yourself, lymphatic drainage helps push fluids out of the tissues. Use your ring finger and apply pressure at the inner corners of your eyes. Using gentle circular motions, move to the outer corners. Then, move towards your temples and then downwards along the jaw line. Estee Lauder Master of Disguise If the lump is stubborn, then hide it. The best beauty product for this vanishing act is a concealer, which also covers dark circles. With light-reflecting pigments, these are a make-up artist’s favourite tool as they brighten the area and create an illusion of freshness. Find one that perfectly suits your skin tone. 3. Body and Soul This sounds clichéd, but nothing beats a good night’s sleep. Eight hours of shuteye, a healthy diet and plenty of water are the real ingredients to a fit body, flawless skin and positive state of mind. 5.
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