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Dark Under-Eye Circles

63.     Hyper-pigmentation (too much melanin in the skin), swollen blood vessels in the thin skin under the eyes, fatigue, excessive sun exposure, dehydration and renal and thyroid problems are the more common causes of under-eye dark circles. There actually is not a permanent remedy for dark circles, especially, if you are pre-disposed to them. Home Remedies – (i) Place slices of cucumber or potato on the eyes to help lighten the skin up to 40%; (ii) Close your eyes and cover them with a cold cloth for about five minutes. That will help constrict your blood vessels, minimising darkness, and it may help minimise tissue swelling and eliminate some of the darkness; (iii) Apply a paste made from a teaspoon of tomato juice, ½ teaspoon lemon juice, a pinch of turmeric powder and a pinch of gram flour and wash after a few minutes.

 Dry Patches

64.     How many times have you finished one full bottle of moisturiser in an attempt to soften that stubbornly rough elbow or those eternally dry shins in vain? There can be many causes of skin dryness. Air-conditioning, the side effects of some medicines or even sensitivity to the sun are some, so it is necessary to rule out a medical condition before starting treatment. If you suddenly notice your shins getting very dry and swollen, you may be developing a thyroid problem. We also have to rule out the fact that the person is a chronic smoker. If it itches on the dry patch it could be eczema. For general dry skin apply almond oil before bath or shower so that the soap does not excessively dry the skin.

 Chapped Lips

65.     Lips are the most sensitive and often neglected part in a beauty regime. You slick on your lipstick and forget about the drying, chapping and damage that can occur just from even venturing outside! Thin and pink lips are the symbol of beauty and a healthy function of stomach and liver, whereas dark coloured and chapped lips represent a non-healthy function of stomach and liver and a dehydrated body. Chapped lips can have several causes, including dry weather, overexposure to the sun, lip biting and sucking, riboflavin (vitamin B-2) deficiency and ill-fitting dentures. One of the most common reasons for lips to feel dry is when they are being exposed to extremes of temperature, whether this is hot or cold. The lips may crack and feel very uncomfortable. Moderate degrees of dehydration will also cause lip dryness. Drinking too much caffeine or alcohol can often be responsible.