According to the researchers, tea contains tannin which has anti-inflammatory effects. It contracts body tissues and reduces dark circles. Tannin is also known an astringent and this helps to harden and protect the skin helping to heal the stretch marks and other scars. So how to use the tea bags to reduce the dark circles? Here comes the answer.

1. Keep some water for boiling.
2. Infuse tea bags in boiling water for 10 minutes.
3. Stop boiling and remove the tea bags.
4. Allow the tea bags to cool. In the mean time you can drink the black tea; dont waste it!
5. Wash your face with plain water and after the tea bags have cooled, apply them to the puffy areas under your eyes.