Home Remedies For Under-Eye Puffiness

If puffy eyes are getting you down, read on for the causes and some home remedies for them. This article attempts to explain the reasons for puffy eyes and how to reduce them.

Puffy eyes are the result of many factors including fluid retention, stress, hormonal changes and allergies. Crying also causes puffy eyes. Over time the puffiness goes away but it can be a symptom of other eye conditions if it is accompanied by pain, blurry vision and discomfort. In these cases you must consult an eye care specialist. However if you have woken up with puffy eyes after a having a salty meal the night before, chances are it is just fluid retention. Following are some home remedies that will effectively deal with puffy eyes.

Raw potato is an ideal remedy for puffy eyes as it has anti-inflammatory properties which soothe redness and irritation. Grate a raw potato and pound it into a hash. Wrap it in a clean cloth and put the poultice to your eyes for 15 minutes.

Another home remedy for puffy eyes is tea. Tea contains tannins which is a natural astringent. It reduces swelling and constricts the blood vessels, making the skin tighten. Steep tea bags in boiling water and leave them to cool. Wrap them in a cloth to prevent the tea from staining your skin. Close your eyes and put the tea bags over them and leave them for 15 minutes. Herbal tea is also recommended as it has anti inflammatory properties.

Cucumbers have a cooling effect on inflamed skin and act as a natural astringent. Two slices of cucumber placed over the yes for 15 minutes should do the trick. For extreme eye bags, a cucumber poultice will also work.

A cold spoon pressed into the centre of the “starting zone” of the puffiness will help in calming down the swelling and redness.

Other steps that you can take to reduce puffiness are to drink adequate amounts of water and avoid caffeine. You will be amazed at what a good night’s sleep can do for your over all health and appearance. Take action to make your sleep more relaxing and stress free. Beat egg whites and apply to the eyes. Egg whites make the most natural face lifter and when applied to the puffy eyes they will tighten the skin around the eyes and give them a healthy appearance. Use a more head elevating pillow or use another pillow under the one you sleep to prevent fluid from pooling under the sensitive eye area. This will also help in reducing dark circles.