Eye puffiness, also known as “puffy eyes” or swelling around the eyes, refers to the appearance of swelling in the tissues around the eyes, called the orbits. Puffy eyes are the bane of most woman’s existence. Puffy eyelids make you look tired and old. If you are sick or puffy eyes result from irritation, you may find your eyes persistently take on a marshmallow like appearance. Here, we find a cure for puffy eyes or remedies to help reduce the appearance of puffy eyes.
• Apple (about 1/2) wraps it in a piece of cloth or paper towel. Place it on the eye for approximately 20 minutes. Repeat this process again 2-4 hrs. Within about 24 hrs. The problem will be gone.
• Use cold, refrigerated, used tea bags. Like the cucumber slices, the coolness reduces circulation, but the tea actually has a slightly astringent (tissue-shrinking) effect.
• For a less messy alternative, try 2 metal tablespoons in the fridge and use them daily by placing the backs against your eyes.
• Apply cold compresses to your eyes. Many stores and boutiques sell gel filled eye packs. Stick them in the freezer for a few minutes and apply to your eyes.
• Try applying some hemorrhoid cream under the thin skin of the eye. This cream contains anti-inflammatory agents that can help alleviate puffy eyes.
• Drink water until you feel like a water fountain. When you are retaining fluid, you simply can’t drink enough water to reduce puffiness. Also, avoid beverages with lots of caffeine and bubbly beverages including soda, as these can contribute to edema.
• Always wear UV sunglasses during the day. Apply sunscreen at least 30 minutes before going outside, even on cloudy days. Excessive exposure to the sun or unexpected sunburns often contributes to puffy eyes and leave to be feeling bloated the next day.
• Wrap a bag of frozen vegetables in a thin towel. Place it over closed eyes for 10 minutes. Keep your head upright so gravity has a chance to help remove the fluid you’re retaining.