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Learn how to use essential oils for dark circles and the best way to get rid of eye bags naturally. This under-eye roller bottle will come in handy for those sleepless nights and stressful days!

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Have you ever used essential oils for dark circles underneath the eyes? Find out the reasons for those circles and several simple blends to try.

Whether you didn’t get enough sleep last night or you deal with dark circles every day, you might be wondering how you can make them go away.

Keeping an essential oil roller bottle on hand is one of the easiest ways to tackle those dark circles! Learn how to make one below.

Why You’ll Love This Roller Bottle

  • Roller bottles are one of the easiest ways to incorporate essential oils into your life. They take just a few minutes to make, and using them is even faster!
  • This recipe is made with simple, natural ingredients. All you need are essential oils and a carrier oil!
  • While it’s not the main purpose of this roller bottle, I love how it smells. Every time I use a roller bottle on my skin, I get to enjoy the lovely fragrance and aromatherapy from the oils!

What You’ll Need

Essential oils, roller bottle, and carrier oil assembled on a wooden table.
  • Roller bottle: I always use a 10 mL amber glass roller bottle.
  • Carrier oil: My favorite is fractionated coconut oil, but it’s a good idea to read up on the best carrier oils and choose one that suits your skin.
  • Essential oils: We will use a combination of the best oils for dark circles under the eyes. Keep reading for more information on each oil!

How to Make an Under-Eye Roller Bottle

Dropping essential oils into a roller bottle.

Step 1. Add all the essential oils to a 10mL glass roller bottle. 

A roller bottle with a metal funnel in the top.

Step 2. Top off with your favorite carrier oil.

Snapping the roller bottle lid on a roller bottle.

Step 3. Secure the lid to the top and shake to mix.

Applying a roller bottle to the under eyes.

Step 4. Shake well before each use. Apply under the eyes twice daily for best results. 

Safety Notes

It is important to remember that you shouldn’t put essential oils in the eyes. It is OK to apply them under the eye and around the eye if you are diluting them properly.

Essential oils are very concentrated and should always be diluted before being applied to the skin. 

The skin around the eye is very sensitive. Test this roller bottle on a different area of the body to be sure you don’t have any sensitivities to it before applying it under the eyes.

Essential Oils for Dark Circles

The best essential oils for dark circles under the eyes are frankincense, cypress, lavender, Roman chamomile, lemon, and rose. 

Frankincense

Frankincense is amazing for the skin. It may help reduce blemishes, fine lines, wrinkles, and age spots. It can also be beneficial for protection against UV damage.

For further reading, check out my frankincense oil highlight.

Cypress

Cypress oil has long been regarded as a highly beneficial oil for the skin.

Cypress can help with blood circulation when applied topically to the area of concern, making it a great oil for dark circles under the eyes.

Lavender

Lavender reduces the appearance of skin imperfections, and it can soothe occasional skin irritations. It is also great for blemishes, bumps, wrinkles, and scars

Lavender is commonly used for stress and it promotes a good night’s sleep. Try using lavender topically or aromatically if you think stress can be a cause of your dark circles. Essential oils can be very helpful in managing stress and anxious feelings naturally. 

Read more in my lavender essential oil highlight.

Roman Chamomile

Roman chamomile is a very gentle essential oil that has many benefits for the skin. This one makes the list of essential oils for dark circles because of its anti-inflammatory properties

Chamomile is also calming and soothing, making it great for promoting relaxation and sleep.

Lemon

Lemon is a useful essential oil for skin tone and overall skin condition. Its bright and fragrant smell lifts the mood and can be very energizing.

Learn more about this oil in my lemon essential oil highlight

Rose

It takes a little over 60 roses to get one drop of rose essential oil — now that is some concentrated goodness right there!  Rose oil is amazing for skin and anti-aging

Rose essential oil also offers aromatherapy benefits, including easing stress and anxiety (two main causes of dark circles!).

Applying an essential oil roller bottle under the eyes.

Causes for Dark Circles Under the Eyes

Similar to bags under the eyes, dark circles are often caused by stress, excess worry, and lack of sleep. In addition, dark circles can be a culprit of age, eye strain, such as working at a computer for hours on end, lack of proper hydration, and even genetics can play a role in dark circles.

  • Lack of sleep
  • Stress and worry
  • Sun exposure 
  • Genetic
  • Aging
  • Vitamin deficiency 
  • Poor blood circulation 

More Tips to Get Rid of Eye Bags

Using essential oil roller bottles under the eyes can be very helpful for getting rid of bags and dark circles naturally. Here are a few other things you might try. 

  • Essential oils 
  • Cold compress 
  • Proper hydration
  • Quit smoking 
  • Get extra sleep
  • Cut down on stress (if possible!) 
  • Use all-natural DIY sunscreen and a hat when outside.
  • Consult with a doctor about supplements you may need to take to help with vitamin deficiencies.  
An amber roller bottle with flower petals scattered around it.

Frequently Asked Questions

What if I don’t have one of the essential oils?

While each oil in this roller bottle has unique benefits, you can definitely still see results without one! You can simply omit the oil you don’t have or replace it with more drops of another oil.

Is coconut oil good for under the eyes?

Coconut oil is a wonderful ingredient for the skin and may help with dark circles and bags under the eyes. Coconut oil can encourage the production of collagen and the regeneration of cells in your skin, which makes it effective for fading wrinkles, even out skin tone, and tightening the skin. This ingredient is so versatile, and it can be found in my  DIY face moisturizer and homemade body butter

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Essential Oil Roller Bottle for Dark Circles

Prep: 5 minutes
Total: 5 minutes
Servings: 1 roller bottle
This under-eye roller bottle will come in handy for those sleepless nights and stressful days!
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Instructions 

  • Add all the essential oils to a 10mL glass roller bottle. 
  • Top off with your favorite carrier oil.
  • Shake well before each use. 
  • Apply under the eyes twice daily for best results. 

Notes

You must consult with your health care provider before making and using this roller bottle.
Always perform a patch test before using this product.
It is important to remember that you shouldn’t put essential oils in the eyes. It is OK to apply them under the eye and around the eye if you are diluting them properly. However, no oils should ever touch the eye. 
Essential oils are very concentrated and should always be diluted before being applied to the skin. 
The skin around the eye is very sensitive. Test this roller bottle on a different area of the body to be sure you don’t have any sensitivities to it before applying it under the eyes.
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  1. Rachael G. Sooklall says:

    5 stars
    Thank you so much Laura for sharing these wonderful recipes and amazing info with me. Blessings!

    1. Laura says:

      You are so welcome! Enjoy!!

  2. Angie Michaels says:

    5 stars
    Thanks for all the recipes you share. They are awesome! My question is regarding rose oil. I know rose oil is very expensive. Can you use drops from the rose touch from doTERRA or is there another substitute for the rose oil? Thank you.

    1. Laura says:

      You could use that. It will just be a bit less concentrated.

      1. Angie Michaels says:

        Thanks. Is there another oil that is less expensive to substitute for it? I would rather not use any other essential oils other than doTERRA. I know the quality of what they produce. Thank you!

        1. Laura says:

          You could leave that one out if you prefer.