Tired eyes? Treat your eyes to some relaxation and give them a little more care. We'll show you how to make your own eye mask.
Our eyes work all day long. They squint at the smartphone, stare at the monitor at work, and in the evening they focus on the TV. Sometimes that takes a toll on them.
The consequences: Dark shadows under the eyes, wrinkles, bags under the eyes, dry and red skin and often even a stiff neck.
Did you know that many eye and neck complaints are related? When our neck is stiff, our eyes become stiff and vice versa. Time for a break! Or rather, time for a relaxing eye mask!
Today we show you how to make an eye mask yourself.
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Why you should give your eyes a break
Seeing is exhausting. And quite a bit. The body needs about a quarter of our total energy for vision. Tired eyes therefore also mean less performance.
That's why it's important to take small breaks and give your eyes some relaxation. They really deserve it.
A homemade eye mask can be supportive here. It provides the skin with sufficient moisture and regenerates the exhausted eye area.
The mask helps against dark circles and puffiness. Apply for 10 minutes and you will look much more refreshed.
You don't even have to spend a lot of money. You can quickly make your own eye mask at home. And the best thing about a homemade eye mask: You know exactly what's in it and can also safely do without chemical additives.
Plus, you're bound to have the ingredients you need at home.
How to make eye masks yourself?
An eye mask can be a real boon. We have 6 great ideas on how you can make your own eye mask. All you need are ingredients from your kitchen cupboard and fridge. Are you ready? Then let's get started!
Make your own eye mask with grape seed oil
Grape seed oil* is a popular beauty oil for skin care. Applied to a cotton pad, it can be used to regenerate a dry eye area.
The valuable secondary plant substances of the Grape seed oil* soothe sensitive and dry eye area. The oil also provides plenty of moisture.
You need
- Cotton pads
- 1 TBSP. Grape seed oil*
Instruction:
- Put a few drops of the oil on two cotton pads
- Place the pads under the eyes and leave the oil on for 5 minutes.
Eye mask with coffee and almond oil
This eye mask is perfect after a tiring and sleepless night. Especially when unsightly dark circles appear in the morning.
The Almond oil* moisturizes the skin and makes it velvety soft. The caffeine in the coffee powder helps with puffy eyes as it has a draining effect.
You need
- 2 tsp freshly ground coffee
- 1-2 tsp organic Almond oil*
Use freshly ground coffee, not one you've brewed before
Instruction:
- Grind the coffee. Put it in a bowl.
- Give the Almond oil* and mix the ingredients with a spoon until you have a slurry.
- Put the mix in the refrigerator for a short time, the cold will relieve dark circles and puffiness.
- Apply the eye mask to a cotton pad or directly to the skin.
- Attention: Be careful not to get the coffee in your eye!
- Leave the mask on for 10 minutes and then rinse with lukewarm water.
If you've had another long night, simply apply a layer of the chilled eye mask under your eyes. This works wonders!
Tip: If you like, you can also Coconut oil* use. Both oils leave the skin soft, supple and moisturized. Coconut oil* However, it is suspected of clogging pores and should not be used if you are prone to blemishes.
Mask for the eyes with parsley
Goodbye puffy eyes! If you want to make your own eye mask, you should reach for parsley. The herb is rich in vitamin C and antioxidants. The eye mask reduces dark circles and puffiness.
You need:
- 2 tablespoons chopped parsley
- 3 tsp milk
Take only the parsley green for the mask - here you will find especially many active ingredients.
Instruction:
- Chop the parsley into small pieces. The smaller the better. You can also use a mortar.
- Heat the milk in the microwave for a few seconds. It should be lukewarm.
- Mix parsley and milk together.
- Place the cotton pads in this mixture and let them absorb all the nutrients here for two minutes.
- Gently squeeze the cotton pads to stop them from dripping and place them on the eyelids.
- Close your eyes and relax for 10 minutes before washing off the eye mask.
Eye mask with cucumber
The absolute classic: Cool cucumber slices for relaxed eyes. The cucumber slices score with water, vitamins and minerals and are the absolute moisture booster for dry skin around the eyes. This eye mask is a real boon for tired eyes.
You need:
- 1 cucumber
Instruction:
- Wash the cucumber thoroughly before using it.
- Cut 2 slices of cucumber about 0.5 cm in diameter.
- Put the slices on a plate and put them in the refrigerator.
- After 5 minutes you can take them out of the cooling.
- Place the discs over the eyes and leave them here for about 15 minutes.
If you like, you can chill the cucumber slices again in the meantime to enhance the effect.
Make your own eye mask with potatoes
Your eyes are puffy and you have dark circles under your eyes? Then you should make yourself an eye mask with potatoes.
You need:
- 1 large potato
Instruction:
- Wash the potato and peel it thoroughly.
- Grate the potato very finely with a kitchen grater.
- Let the wet mixture drain in a sieve - if it gives off a lot of liquid, squeeze it out gently.
- Spread the mashed potatoes in gauze packets and place them under the eyes.
- For the best effect, leave the potato on it for 20 minutes.
But you can just cut the potatoes into crescents and put them under your eyes.
Put on tea bag for tired eyes
The next time you make yourself chamomile tea, a green or black tea, don't dispose of the tea bags.
You can use them as an eye mask.
Let the bags cool until they are only lukewarm. Then place them on your eyes.
The tea bags contain caffeine, which has a vitalizing effect on the skin. Chamomile tea also contains soothing substances, so red and itchy eyes can be quickly regenerated.
Tip: Tea bags can also be used as an eye mask when cold. Just freeze them and put them on when needed.
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How to apply an eye mask?
No matter which eye mask you choose, you can use it regularly two or three times a week. If necessary, you can of course use it more often.
- Wash your face thoroughly. Gently pat the skin dry.
- Apply the eye mask with a brush or your fingers.
- You can also spread the mask on eye pads and put it on.
- Leave the mask on and then rinse it off with lukewarm water.
- If you wish, you can use a mild washing lotion.
- Then gently pat your face and the eye area dry. Care for your eyes with a special eye cream by gently patting it in.
The homemade eye masks are made purely from natural ingredients. You don't have to worry about allergens or skin-irritating ingredients.
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What helps with tired eyes?
A healthy diet and vitamins are the cornerstone of healthy eyes. But plenty of exercise in the fresh air is also particularly good for them. This promotes blood circulation.
Sufficient sleep and relaxation are equally important. Because only those who are relaxed and rested also see more relaxed.
And because your eyes do a lot, you should treat them to a little eye yoga. It's especially relaxing for them.
If you read a lot, make sure you have good lighting. Otherwise, your eyes will quickly become strained.
Our conclusion
Try your way through our DIY eye masks and find out which one is good for you and your eyes. A little rest and relaxation can prevent eye problems and vision problems. A little relaxation is not only good for your eyes, but also for your whole body and well-being.
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