God has created this beautiful world full of color and happiness. To rejoice in these natural gifts, we are also blessed with a pair of magical eyes that not only take us on a world tour but also help us absorb little joys from memorable events and emotions throughout the journey of our life. Eyes act as reflectors to the happenings around us for our body and soul. Hence it is important for us to preserve and protect our eyes and keep them ever gleaming and beautiful. Follow certain simple guidelines in your lifestyle to keep your eyes ever relaxed and brilliant.

Splashing the eyes with cold water several times during the day is the easiest and greatest care for bright, sparkling eyes. Enhance their glow by drifting towards a nutritious diet rich in iron, vitamins and proteins like citrus fruits, green leafy veggies, and dairy/ poultry products. Drink lots of water and take plenty of rest. Washing eyes with overnight soaked gooseberry water first thing in the morning gives that extra mark of refreshment.

Cool your tired eyes by placing cotton swabs dipped in chilled milk on closed eyes for ten minutes. Take frequent breaks from the television and computer screens. Practicing with simple eye exercises as a routine proves wonderful. An easy and effective one is to first sit and relax, then look at a spot in between your eyes and count to five. Now, look at the tip of your nose and count to five. Relax. Repeat four to five times to completely de-stress your eyes. For those with puffy eyes, place grated potato on closed eyes for twenty minutes. Be in tune with the latest fashion trends by wearing designer sunglasses to protect your eyes from harmful ultraviolet rays. Monitor the perfect condition of your eyes with regular eye check-ups.

Many of us have concerns about dark circles around the eyes. Shadows around the eyes can be due to various reasons like old age, hereditary transmission, lack of rest, smoking etc. Reason specific remedial measures include incorporating a rich vitamin C diet in case of old age and hereditary transmissions; in case of fatigue a good sound sleep is the doctor’s pill. In general, gently massaging saffron or almond oil on the darker areas before bed reduces dark pigmentation. Placing a slice of cucumber/ potato or a cotton swab dipped in mint juice, rosewater or cold milk on closed eyelids for ten minutes for a few days gives a miraculous escape from the dark encounter. One can always try the various remedial fashion cosmetics and beauty products available in the market to get rid of dark circles yet, try making your own magical potion by mixing the ingredients of a healthy diet, plenty of water and dreamy, good night sleep to create a natural glow!!