On a recent episode of “The Doctors,” they gave advice for reducing puffy under-eyes by applying frozen green-tea bags. I wanted to find more information on an ingredient in green tea they mentioned called ECGC.
So, I googled it and found pages and pages of more questions on exactly how to use this method. And some people were pretty upset about the lack of detailed information. I gathered the top questions and have answered them through extensive research. I also put this method through the test myself. Here’s what I found works best.
The tea bags need to be boiled only for a minute to activate the anti-inflammatory properties of ECGC, which by the way is an antioxidant with anti-skin cancer properties. Also, caffeine in tea is an anti-inflammatory. I find that half a cup of water works for 2 bags. But don’t steep them because you don’t want all the antioxidant to end up in the water. Immediately freeze them.
Roll each bag in a small piece of t-shirt material or paper towel so the frozen bag does not burn the delicate under-eye skin. Lay down for about 15-20 minutes with you back propped up or else more fluid can collect under your eyes. As the tea bag melts it will release the ECGC onto your skin and most of the brown tea color will be absorbed in the cloth it’s wrapped in.
As far as dark circles, those are usually caused by leaky capillaries that in essence are like bruises. Sorry, but this method does not get rid of the blue baggage but you might notice a slight reduction. I’m doing some research on a couple of promising products so if you subscribe to post on the left hand side and become a follower you’ll be alerted to future blog posts.
Lastly, rub some almond oil which contains vitamin E under your eyes to re-moisturize and use a thin concealer with light reflecting properties. Heavy concealers tend to cake up. I hope you have enough detail. See how it's actually done in this video version.
Smashbox Photo Op Under Eye Brightener
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