Puffy Eyes and Chamomile

• Chamomile is an herb that has long been used to heal puffiness around the eyes. When dark circles or puffiness occurs, brew a pot of chamomile tea, remove the tea bags and place in the refrigerator to chill. Then, place a chilled tea bag over each eye for fifteen minutes. This should immediately reduce inflammation and puffiness. Keep the used tea bags in the refrigerator, as these can be reused for up to a week. Alternately, use the chamomile tea itself. After brewing a pot of tea, place the tea in the refrigerator to chill, then soak two cotton balls in the tea and place over each eye. Let sit for fifteen minutes, then rinse the face with cool water to remove any leftover tea residue.
  
  

Eye Strain and Goldenseal

• Goldenseal is an herb used to heal a variety of medical issues, including eye strain. Brew a pot of goldenseal tea and place it in the refrigerator to chill. Soak a wash cloth in the chilled tea and place over the eyes for ten minutes. This will sooth and relax the muscles surrounding the eyes, eliminating pain caused by eye strain.
  
  

Pink Eye and Chickweed

• The chickweed herb has long been used as a natural remedy for pink eye. Not only does chickweed reduce inflammation, but it also works to fight infection both internally and externally around the eyes, making it perfect for healing pink eye. This herb also eases itching and dryness commonly associated with pink eye. Boil two cups of water, add 2 tsps. of chickweed (found at most nutrition stores), and remove from heat. Let cool for 10 minutes, then strain. Soak a cotton ball or cotton round in the brew, and place over affected eye for 10 minutes. Repeat as often as necessary.