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Calendula Eye Soother: Natural Eye Care

In 15 minutes you will feel refreshed. This simple eye soother will help reduce puffiness, dark circles and redness under the eyes.

NOTE: Avoid applying rich creams and oils around your eyes as they can promote puffiness and could cause allergic reactions.

Calendula Eye Soother

2 Tbsp. dries calendula blossoms

1/3 cup distilled water


Add the calendula blossoms to water and bring to a boil.

Reduce heat and simmer, covered, for 10 minutes.

Strain out blossoms and allow infusion to cool to room temperature.

Soak clean squares of gauze or cloth or cotton pads in the infusion.

Squeeze out excess, and place on closed eyes. Leave on eyes for 15 minutes.

Remove and discard.




Leftover infusion can be stored in the refrigerator up to 3 days and used as a skin or hair rinse.

Reference: Natural Beauty Basics, by Dorie Byers, R.N.


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