THERE are so many potions and lotions on the market that claim to be able to get rid of eye bags and puffiness.
But the products – including the viral under-eye patches that have been doing the rounds on social media in recent weeks – all tend to be on the pricey side.
So one woman has shared her budget alternative for dealing with the skincare issue, and all you need to do is raid the kitchen cupboard.
In a video on her TikTok page, Julianne explained that she mixes coffee, honey and water and applies it with a brush under the eyes.
“It might look weird but I can assure you it works better than those expensive under eye patches,” Julianne wrote over the top of the clip.
“We love this mix!” she added in the caption.
Before adding in the comments that she uses “two instant coffee packets, 3 drops of water, then added my honey”.
She further explained the benefits of the mixture in another video, as she said: “This is one of the easiest at-home under-eye masks that you could possibly make with ingredients you probably already have in your cupboard.
“Beyond buying stuff that doesn’t work, and to be honest, your girl loves cheaper alternatives.”
As for why the coffee and the honey work so well under the eyes, Julianne said that the former “helps constrict those blood vessels, reducing the appearance of puffiness and dark circles under those eyes”.
While honey is a “natural moisturiser that soothes and hydrates the delicate skin that’s under your eye”.
“They’re both antioxidants. Honey helps the skin absorb the caffeine. This is all you need,” she insisted.
Julianne advised leaving the mixture on for 20 to 30 minutes, and to do it two to three times a week.
“I do it at night, right after I do all my skincare. Wipe clean. Finish off with castor oil,” she concluded.
“I do this too with turmeric honey and plain Greek yogurt,” someone wrote in the comments section.
“Keep your one million masks from TT.
Top 40 beauty tips that have been handed down from generations
1. Never go to bed in make up
2. Moisturise daily
3. Don’t pick at your spots, to avoid scarring
4. Get enough sleep to prevent tired-looking skin
5. When it comes to make-up, less is more
6. Trim your hair regularly to prevent split ends
7. Don’t forget to moisturise your neck and décolletage
8. Drink a big glass of water each morning to cleanse and rehydrate
9. Gently pat your face dry with a towel instead of rubbing to avoid irritation
10. Avoid using too much heat on your hair to prevent damage
11. Remove makeup gently, especially around the eyes
12. Use a lip balm to keep your lips soft and prevent chapping
13. Put cucumbers on eyes to help reduce puffiness
14. Choose a foundation that matches your neck to avoid a mismatched face
15. Wash your face in cold water after cleansing to close pores.
16. Rinsing hair in cold water to increase the shine
17. Wear sunscreen/SPF protection every day, no matter the weather
18. Use a cold spoon to reduce under-eye puffiness
19. Use petroleum jelly to tame brows and moisturise lips
20. Test skincare products on a small patch of skin before using them all over your face
21. Never spend longer than 30 minutes in direct sunlight
22. Exfoliate your skin regularly to remove dead skin cells
23. Wear gloves on hands and socks on feet after putting cream on overnight
24. Wear brown mascara for a less harsh look
25. Apply blush to the apples of your cheeks for a natural glow
26. Wash hair in beer to make in shiny
27. Invest in a good quality eye cream
28. Keep your makeup brushes clean to avoid breakouts
29. Apply eye cream to reduce puffiness and dark circles
30. Apply a heat protectant before using styling tools on your hair
31. Brush your hair 100 strokes per day
32. Head massages for hair growth
33. Deep condition your hair weekly to keep it healthy and shiny
34. Wrap hair in a warm towel to enhance a hair treatment
35. Use a silk pillowcase to reduce hair frizz and skin wrinkles
36. Use a facial mask once a week for deep cleansing
37. Use a gentle, non-comedogenic cleanser to prevent clogged pores
38. Exfoliate your lips using your toothbrush
39. Use mayonnaise as a hair conditioner
40. Use a primer before applying foundation for a smoother finish
“Everything you need is in the spice cabinet!”
“Omg yes! Literally, so easy to make with everything at home hehe,” Julianne said.
