How to Make Herbal Pads for Tired Eyes

Whether you've spent too much time staring at a computer screen, squinting in the sun or reading fine print in a book you just couldn't put down, now your eyes are tired and feel like someone rubbed them with sandpaper. The solution is a simple herbal infusion applied to pads that will soothe tired eyes. Common herbs that are known for their soothing, anti-inflammatory properties include chamomile and calendula. Either will help to cool and ease your tired eyes.

Things You'll Need

• 2 tsp. dried chamomile blooms or dried calendula blooms
• 1 cup water
• Cotton pads
• Saucepan

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Instructions

• 1

  Simmer the dried chamomile blooms or dried calendula blooms in a saucepan with one cup of water for about 10 minutes; do not boil.

• 2

  Allow the infusion to cool completely. Strain the herbs from the liquid and discard the herbs.

• 3

  Dip cotton pads into the cooled herbal infusion. Wring out any excess liquid.

• 4

  Lie down and close your eyes. Place the cotton pads over your eyes for 20 minutes.