How To Reduce Overnight Puffiness?
Imagine that you have planned an exciting wine tasting tour with your friends. The day before, however, you wake up to find bags under your eyes. What do you do? Puffy eyes make everyone look tired and take the charm out of your smile.
What are the reasons for puffy eyes?
Puffy eyes may be caused by inherited facial features, stress, fatigue, and many reasons. They depend on individual skin characteristics, such as skin texture and health.
The symptoms of puffy eyes include mild swelling, loose saggy skin, and dark circles. But what are the underlying causes that result in puffy eyes?
Puffy eyes are a result of:
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Inherited facial features and skin texture
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Fluid retention caused by overconsumption of salt
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Inflammation and swelling caused by allergies
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Lack of sleep
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Eye fatigue
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Sinus problem
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Dehydration
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Aging
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Crying
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Stress
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Excessive drinking
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Slept right after overeating
Many people inherit puffy eyes, which might be a trait that runs in the family that no extent of puffy eyes treatment can help. As for the other factors, there are several remedies for puffy eyes.
How can you reduce puffy eyes?
How can you get rid of the bags under your eyes? What puffy eyes treatments can help you reduce those bags under your eyes? Some remedies for puffy eyes include those mentioned below:
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Get enough sleep: The best way to get enough sleep is to create a bedtime routine and stick to it. Make sure you don't drink caffeine at least 6 to 12 hours before bedtime. Also, eat dinner 2 hours before bedtime, turn off electronics at least an hour before, and avoid alcohol several hours prior to sleep.
- Use hydrogel eye patches: Eye patches such as the EVERYDAZE Diamond Drop Hydrogel Eye Patch or the Gold Charcoal Hydrogel Eye Patch can be stored in the refrigererator and applied to the under eye area to reduce swelling and puffiness as a type of cold compress.
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Take care of your allergies: If your puffy eyes are caused by allergies, consult your doctor and address your allergies.
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Hydrate yourself: Dehydration can cause bags under your eyes. You can make use of apps that remind you to drink water so that your intake is sufficient.
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Try to avoid alcohol: Alcohol and other drinks can cause dehydration, resulting in puffy eyes.
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Reduce salt consumption: Eat more whole foods, such as fruits and vegetables.
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Try a good eye cream: Several eye creams feature ingredients such as cucumber, arnica, and chamomile, which contain properties to reduce puffy eyes.
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Natural remedies: Compression using green or black tea bags and cucumber helps to reduce puffy eyes. Aloe is also one of the remedies for puffy eyes that offers great results.
If no puffy eyes treatment results in the reduction of bags under your eyes, consult with your healthcare provider.
Until the next one,
Stay Glowing
