Whether to continue using the Himalaya Under Eye Cream depends on various factors, especially how your skin reacts to its ingredients. Each individual’s skin can respond differently to treatments, due to variations in dosha imbalances and personal constitution (prakriti). So, your experience might not match your friends’. Typically, the cream includes ingredients like Cipadessa baccifera and Winter Begonia, known for reducing dark circles under the eyes. However, these may or may not show quick results for everyone.
Your frustration is understandable, particularly considering the busy lifestyle of a working mom. Sleep deprivation and potential lifestyle factors can contribute significantly to dark circles. If your dark circles stem more from lack of rest, managing lifestyle factors in tandem with any external product may be beneficial. Be sure to address foundational aspects: a regular sleep routine and stress management should be prioritized where possible. Staying hydrated is also crucial; sometimes, dark circles are exacerbated by dehydration.
If you decide to persist with the cream, consistent usage over a several weeks might be necessary to see any substantial improvement. For additional support, consider adding treatments aligned with your Ayurvedic constitution. For instance, applying cold, brewed green tea bags or cucumber slices to the eyes can help soothe and reduce puffiness due to the antioxidants and ascorbic acid present. Trifala churna (powder) mixed with rose water and applied as a paste around the eyes is a remedy used for balancing various doshas, particularly helpful for vata-type dark circles.
Ensure you’re not applying the cream too closely to the eyelid or getting it into your eyes, which can cause irritation. Simple relaxing under eye massages using coconut or almond oil gently can stimulate blood circulation, potentially reducing dark circles over time.
If skin issues continue still after a sincere ongoing trial or new symptoms emerge, it would be wise to consult an Ayurvedic practitioner for a personalized assessment. They can provide insights into whether the current issue is a visible sign of deeper imbalances or recommend further individualized therapies tailored specifically to your prakriti and vikriti (current imbalance).



