Causes, treatments, and home remedies

Swelling under the eye can develop for a wide range of reasons, from mild conditions, such as allergies or blocked tear ducts, to more severe conditions, such as organ failure.

If a person with swelling under the eyes also has difficulty breathing or is in severe pain, they should seek immediate medical help.

In this article, we look at the symptoms of swelling under the eye, the potential causes, home remedies, and treatments.

Swelling under the eye often causes puffiness, which may lead to the eye partially closing over. Depending on the underlying cause, it may affect one or both eyes.

For some conditions, swelling may occur with other symptoms, such as eye discoloration, itching, bruising, tearing, or discharge.

Swelling under one eye may be due to the following causes:

Excessive eye rubbing

People sometimes rub the eyes due to fatigue, itchiness, or a foreign object in the eye. According to the Seattle Children’s Hospital, excessive eye rubbing can lead to swelling. Avoiding touching the eyes will allow the area to return to normal.

Injury

Swelling under the eye may indicate an injury. A cut or bruise may cause swelling, discoloration, and pain. Similarly, insect bites, such as a mosquito bite that occur near the eye, may cause swelling.

Small injuries in the eye area may heal on their own if a person keeps the area clean and dry. If the swelling and pain get worse, or there are signs of infection, such as pus or discharge, a person may need medical treatment.

Blocked tear duct

A blocked tear duct prevents tears from draining from the eye and can also cause under-eye swelling. The American Acadamy of Ophthalmology (AAO), list other symptoms of a blocked tear duct, which include watery eyes and tearing.

Blocked tear ducts can develop due to an eye infection, an injury, or a tumor. If the blockage is the result of an injury, it may resolve on its own. An infection may require antibiotics.

Stye

A stye is an infection that occurs at the base of the eyelashes, causing a painful lump. The AAO indicate that when a person has a stye, they might feel like there is a foreign object in their eye. A person’s eye may also feel scratchy, sensitive to light, or watery.

Styes can clear up on their own. However, if a stye does not improve, a doctor may prescribe antibiotics or may need to drain it.

Periorbital cellulitis

Periorbital cellulitis occurs when a wound near the eye becomes infected. It causes severe under-eye swelling, pain, and inflammation. According to a 2020 article, it is most common in children and is often due to trauma or sinusitis.

This condition requires medical treatment to prevent damage to the eyes and other organs. According to the AAO, treatment may include drainage, surgery to remove dead tissue, and antibiotics.

Lymphoma

Lymphoma is a type of cancer that can affect the eye area in rare cases. According to the Survey of Ophthalmology, a person with lymphoma will experience swelling and a visible lump or tumor. Doctors may treat lymphoma using radiotherapy or chemotherapy.

Swelling under both eyes may have a variety of causes, such as:

Bags under the eyes

A person may notice mild swelling under the eyes when they wake up in the morning. The AAO note that this can occur due to aging, fluid collecting under the eyes during sleep, or both.

Smoking, lack of sleep, fluid retention, and allergies make it more likely that bags will develop under the eyes. Getting enough sleep, sleeping with the head in a slightly elevated position, and cool compresses may help reduce their appearance.

Allergies

Allergens, such as pollen and pet dander, can irritate the eyes, causing an allergic reaction. Symptoms include eye swelling, itching, burning, and tearing. A person with this condition may also have other allergy symptoms, such as a stuffy nose, sneezing, or an itchy throat.

If swelling in the under-eye area is the result of an allergic reaction, taking an over-the-counter (OTC) allergy medication, such as diphenhydramine (Benadryl) may help reduce the swelling. A person should read the package instructions carefully for proper dosing.

A severe allergic reaction may cause anaphylaxis, which is a medical emergency that causes hives, swollen airways, and difficulty breathing.

Conjunctivitis

Conjunctivitis occurs due to a bacterial or viral eye infection. It causes bloodshot, irritated eyes that may itch, burn, or hurt. A bacterial eye infection may produce white or yellow pus.

Viral conjunctivitis usually affects both eyes, but a bacterial infection may start in one eye and spread to both. Conjunctivitis is contagious, so a person with these symptoms should avoid touching the eyes and see a doctor for treatment.

Morbihan disease

According to a review in Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, this rare condition can cause severe swelling under the eye and on the upper cheekbones.

Doctors consider the condition a form of rosacea, which causes the skin on the face to redden or darken. Doctors treat Morbihan disease with steroids and sometimes minor surgery to drain the excess fluid.

Organ failure

A person can experience eye swelling in both eyes due to organ failure. This includes heart, kidney, or liver failure. Each of these conditions affects the body’s ability to regulate fluid balance, which will often cause swelling in the feet and other areas of the body.

Many causes of swollen under-eyes are temporary or mild. Small bruises or insect bites, styes, and puffy eyes from excessive eye-rubbing may clear up on their own with at-home treatments. Swelling caused by allergies should improve with OTC antihistamines.

However, if there are signs of infection or a more serious injury, such as pain, inflammation, or pus, a person should see their doctor promptly. If a person has any of the following symptoms, they should seek immediate medical attention:

• swelling causes eyes to close partially or completely
• swollen eyes with a fever
• swollen airways or trouble breathing
• vision loss or double vision
• swollen eyes with swollen ankles or feet

In mild cases of under-eye swelling, a person can often reduce the swelling and any eye irritation at home. A person can try:

• Cold compresses or ice: A person can make a cold compress by wrapping ice in a towel or dampening a washcloth and gently pressing to the eye for up to 20 minutes.
• Warm compresses: For styes, a warm compress may be more effective. Soak a clean washcloth in warm water and apply to the eye for 10–15 minutes at a time.
• Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs): NSAIDs, such as ibuprofen, may help to ease pain and swelling. If a person has pain and swelling for longer than 7 days, they should seek medical help.
• Eye drops: Hydrating eye drops may reduce symptoms such as dryness, scratchiness, and irritation. Some eye drops also contain ingredients to help people with allergies.
• Eye flush: Flushing the eye with saline may help to clear away any dirt or debris that is irritating the eye.

To prevent the transmission of contagious conditions, the AAO suggest that people should:

• avoid wearing contact lenses and eye makeup
• use clean towels and washcloths
• not share eye products, towels, and washcloths with others
• not touching the eyes, unless necessary

A person can develop a swollen under-eye area for a variety of reasons. In many cases, the cause is mild and will improve with OTC medication, cool or warm compresses, and keeping the area clean.

In some cases, a person may need medical attention. If there are signs of infection, such as eye redness, pain, or discharge, or the swelling is severe, a person should see their doctor.

Causes, treatments, and home remedies

Swelling under the eye can develop for a wide range of reasons, from mild conditions, such as allergies or blocked tear ducts, to more severe conditions, such as organ failure.

If a person with swelling under the eyes also has difficulty breathing or is in severe pain, they should seek immediate medical help.

In this article, we look at the symptoms of swelling under the eye, the potential causes, home remedies, and treatments.

Swelling under the eye often causes puffiness, which may lead to the eye partially closing over. Depending on the underlying cause, it may affect one or both eyes.

For some conditions, swelling may occur with other symptoms, such as eye discoloration, itching, bruising, tearing, or discharge.

Swelling under one eye may be due to the following causes:

Excessive eye rubbing

People sometimes rub the eyes due to fatigue, itchiness, or a foreign object in the eye. According to the Seattle Children’s Hospital, excessive eye rubbing can lead to swelling. Avoiding touching the eyes will allow the area to return to normal.

Injury

Swelling under the eye may indicate an injury. A cut or bruise may cause swelling, discoloration, and pain. Similarly, insect bites, such as a mosquito bite that occur near the eye, may cause swelling.

Small injuries in the eye area may heal on their own if a person keeps the area clean and dry. If the swelling and pain get worse, or there are signs of infection, such as pus or discharge, a person may need medical treatment.

Blocked tear duct

A blocked tear duct prevents tears from draining from the eye and can also cause under-eye swelling. The American Acadamy of Ophthalmology (AAO), list other symptoms of a blocked tear duct, which include watery eyes and tearing.

Blocked tear ducts can develop due to an eye infection, an injury, or a tumor. If the blockage is the result of an injury, it may resolve on its own. An infection may require antibiotics.

Stye

A stye is an infection that occurs at the base of the eyelashes, causing a painful lump. The AAO indicate that when a person has a stye, they might feel like there is a foreign object in their eye. A person’s eye may also feel scratchy, sensitive to light, or watery.

Styes can clear up on their own. However, if a stye does not improve, a doctor may prescribe antibiotics or may need to drain it.

Periorbital cellulitis

Periorbital cellulitis occurs when a wound near the eye becomes infected. It causes severe under-eye swelling, pain, and inflammation. According to a 2020 article, it is most common in children and is often due to trauma or sinusitis.

This condition requires medical treatment to prevent damage to the eyes and other organs. According to the AAO, treatment may include drainage, surgery to remove dead tissue, and antibiotics.

Lymphoma

Lymphoma is a type of cancer that can affect the eye area in rare cases. According to the Survey of Ophthalmology, a person with lymphoma will experience swelling and a visible lump or tumor. Doctors may treat lymphoma using radiotherapy or chemotherapy.

Swelling under both eyes may have a variety of causes, such as:

Bags under the eyes

A person may notice mild swelling under the eyes when they wake up in the morning. The AAO note that this can occur due to aging, fluid collecting under the eyes during sleep, or both.

Smoking, lack of sleep, fluid retention, and allergies make it more likely that bags will develop under the eyes. Getting enough sleep, sleeping with the head in a slightly elevated position, and cool compresses may help reduce their appearance.

Allergies

Allergens, such as pollen and pet dander, can irritate the eyes, causing an allergic reaction. Symptoms include eye swelling, itching, burning, and tearing. A person with this condition may also have other allergy symptoms, such as a stuffy nose, sneezing, or an itchy throat.

If swelling in the under-eye area is the result of an allergic reaction, taking an over-the-counter (OTC) allergy medication, such as diphenhydramine (Benadryl) may help reduce the swelling. A person should read the package instructions carefully for proper dosing.

A severe allergic reaction may cause anaphylaxis, which is a medical emergency that causes hives, swollen airways, and difficulty breathing.

Conjunctivitis

Conjunctivitis occurs due to a bacterial or viral eye infection. It causes bloodshot, irritated eyes that may itch, burn, or hurt. A bacterial eye infection may produce white or yellow pus.

Viral conjunctivitis usually affects both eyes, but a bacterial infection may start in one eye and spread to both. Conjunctivitis is contagious, so a person with these symptoms should avoid touching the eyes and see a doctor for treatment.

Morbihan disease

According to a review in Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, this rare condition can cause severe swelling under the eye and on the upper cheekbones.

Doctors consider the condition a form of rosacea, which causes the skin on the face to redden or darken. Doctors treat Morbihan disease with steroids and sometimes minor surgery to drain the excess fluid.

Organ failure

A person can experience eye swelling in both eyes due to organ failure. This includes heart, kidney, or liver failure. Each of these conditions affects the body’s ability to regulate fluid balance, which will often cause swelling in the feet and other areas of the body.

Many causes of swollen under-eyes are temporary or mild. Small bruises or insect bites, styes, and puffy eyes from excessive eye-rubbing may clear up on their own with at-home treatments. Swelling caused by allergies should improve with OTC antihistamines.

However, if there are signs of infection or a more serious injury, such as pain, inflammation, or pus, a person should see their doctor promptly. If a person has any of the following symptoms, they should seek immediate medical attention:

• swelling causes eyes to close partially or completely
• swollen eyes with a fever
• swollen airways or trouble breathing
• vision loss or double vision
• swollen eyes with swollen ankles or feet

In mild cases of under-eye swelling, a person can often reduce the swelling and any eye irritation at home. A person can try:

• Cold compresses or ice: A person can make a cold compress by wrapping ice in a towel or dampening a washcloth and gently pressing to the eye for up to 20 minutes.
• Warm compresses: For styes, a warm compress may be more effective. Soak a clean washcloth in warm water and apply to the eye for 10–15 minutes at a time.
• Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs): NSAIDs, such as ibuprofen, may help to ease pain and swelling. If a person has pain and swelling for longer than 7 days, they should seek medical help.
• Eye drops: Hydrating eye drops may reduce symptoms such as dryness, scratchiness, and irritation. Some eye drops also contain ingredients to help people with allergies.
• Eye flush: Flushing the eye with saline may help to clear away any dirt or debris that is irritating the eye.

To prevent the transmission of contagious conditions, the AAO suggest that people should:

• avoid wearing contact lenses and eye makeup
• use clean towels and washcloths
• not share eye products, towels, and washcloths with others
• not touching the eyes, unless necessary

A person can develop a swollen under-eye area for a variety of reasons. In many cases, the cause is mild and will improve with OTC medication, cool or warm compresses, and keeping the area clean.

In some cases, a person may need medical attention. If there are signs of infection, such as eye redness, pain, or discharge, or the swelling is severe, a person should see their doctor.

Causes, treatments, and home remedies

Swelling under the eye can develop for a wide range of reasons, from mild conditions, such as allergies or blocked tear ducts, to more severe conditions, such as organ failure.

If a person with swelling under the eyes also has difficulty breathing or is in severe pain, they should seek immediate medical help.

In this article, we look at the symptoms of swelling under the eye, the potential causes, home remedies, and treatments.

Swelling under the eye often causes puffiness, which may lead to the eye partially closing over. Depending on the underlying cause, it may affect one or both eyes.

For some conditions, swelling may occur with other symptoms, such as eye discoloration, itching, bruising, tearing, or discharge.

Swelling under one eye may be due to the following causes:

Excessive eye rubbing

People sometimes rub the eyes due to fatigue, itchiness, or a foreign object in the eye. According to the Seattle Children’s Hospital, excessive eye rubbing can lead to swelling. Avoiding touching the eyes will allow the area to return to normal.

Injury

Swelling under the eye may indicate an injury. A cut or bruise may cause swelling, discoloration, and pain. Similarly, insect bites, such as a mosquito bite that occur near the eye, may cause swelling.

Small injuries in the eye area may heal on their own if a person keeps the area clean and dry. If the swelling and pain get worse, or there are signs of infection, such as pus or discharge, a person may need medical treatment.

Blocked tear duct

A blocked tear duct prevents tears from draining from the eye and can also cause under-eye swelling. The American Acadamy of Ophthalmology (AAO), list other symptoms of a blocked tear duct, which include watery eyes and tearing.

Blocked tear ducts can develop due to an eye infection, an injury, or a tumor. If the blockage is the result of an injury, it may resolve on its own. An infection may require antibiotics.

Stye

A stye is an infection that occurs at the base of the eyelashes, causing a painful lump. The AAO indicate that when a person has a stye, they might feel like there is a foreign object in their eye. A person’s eye may also feel scratchy, sensitive to light, or watery.

Styes can clear up on their own. However, if a stye does not improve, a doctor may prescribe antibiotics or may need to drain it.

Periorbital cellulitis

Periorbital cellulitis occurs when a wound near the eye becomes infected. It causes severe under-eye swelling, pain, and inflammation. According to a 2020 article, it is most common in children and is often due to trauma or sinusitis.

This condition requires medical treatment to prevent damage to the eyes and other organs. According to the AAO, treatment may include drainage, surgery to remove dead tissue, and antibiotics.

Lymphoma

Lymphoma is a type of cancer that can affect the eye area in rare cases. According to the Survey of Ophthalmology, a person with lymphoma will experience swelling and a visible lump or tumor. Doctors may treat lymphoma using radiotherapy or chemotherapy.

Swelling under both eyes may have a variety of causes, such as:

Bags under the eyes

A person may notice mild swelling under the eyes when they wake up in the morning. The AAO note that this can occur due to aging, fluid collecting under the eyes during sleep, or both.

Smoking, lack of sleep, fluid retention, and allergies make it more likely that bags will develop under the eyes. Getting enough sleep, sleeping with the head in a slightly elevated position, and cool compresses may help reduce their appearance.

Allergies

Allergens, such as pollen and pet dander, can irritate the eyes, causing an allergic reaction. Symptoms include eye swelling, itching, burning, and tearing. A person with this condition may also have other allergy symptoms, such as a stuffy nose, sneezing, or an itchy throat.

If swelling in the under-eye area is the result of an allergic reaction, taking an over-the-counter (OTC) allergy medication, such as diphenhydramine (Benadryl) may help reduce the swelling. A person should read the package instructions carefully for proper dosing.

A severe allergic reaction may cause anaphylaxis, which is a medical emergency that causes hives, swollen airways, and difficulty breathing.

Conjunctivitis

Conjunctivitis occurs due to a bacterial or viral eye infection. It causes bloodshot, irritated eyes that may itch, burn, or hurt. A bacterial eye infection may produce white or yellow pus.

Viral conjunctivitis usually affects both eyes, but a bacterial infection may start in one eye and spread to both. Conjunctivitis is contagious, so a person with these symptoms should avoid touching the eyes and see a doctor for treatment.

Morbihan disease

According to a review in Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, this rare condition can cause severe swelling under the eye and on the upper cheekbones.

Doctors consider the condition a form of rosacea, which causes the skin on the face to redden or darken. Doctors treat Morbihan disease with steroids and sometimes minor surgery to drain the excess fluid.

Organ failure

A person can experience eye swelling in both eyes due to organ failure. This includes heart, kidney, or liver failure. Each of these conditions affects the body’s ability to regulate fluid balance, which will often cause swelling in the feet and other areas of the body.

Many causes of swollen under-eyes are temporary or mild. Small bruises or insect bites, styes, and puffy eyes from excessive eye-rubbing may clear up on their own with at-home treatments. Swelling caused by allergies should improve with OTC antihistamines.

However, if there are signs of infection or a more serious injury, such as pain, inflammation, or pus, a person should see their doctor promptly. If a person has any of the following symptoms, they should seek immediate medical attention:

• swelling causes eyes to close partially or completely
• swollen eyes with a fever
• swollen airways or trouble breathing
• vision loss or double vision
• swollen eyes with swollen ankles or feet

In mild cases of under-eye swelling, a person can often reduce the swelling and any eye irritation at home. A person can try:

• Cold compresses or ice: A person can make a cold compress by wrapping ice in a towel or dampening a washcloth and gently pressing to the eye for up to 20 minutes.
• Warm compresses: For styes, a warm compress may be more effective. Soak a clean washcloth in warm water and apply to the eye for 10–15 minutes at a time.
• Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs): NSAIDs, such as ibuprofen, may help to ease pain and swelling. If a person has pain and swelling for longer than 7 days, they should seek medical help.
• Eye drops: Hydrating eye drops may reduce symptoms such as dryness, scratchiness, and irritation. Some eye drops also contain ingredients to help people with allergies.
• Eye flush: Flushing the eye with saline may help to clear away any dirt or debris that is irritating the eye.

To prevent the transmission of contagious conditions, the AAO suggest that people should:

• avoid wearing contact lenses and eye makeup
• use clean towels and washcloths
• not share eye products, towels, and washcloths with others
• not touching the eyes, unless necessary

A person can develop a swollen under-eye area for a variety of reasons. In many cases, the cause is mild and will improve with OTC medication, cool or warm compresses, and keeping the area clean.

In some cases, a person may need medical attention. If there are signs of infection, such as eye redness, pain, or discharge, or the swelling is severe, a person should see their doctor.

Causes, treatments, and home remedies

Swelling under the eye can develop for a wide range of reasons, from mild conditions, such as allergies or blocked tear ducts, to more severe conditions, such as organ failure.

If a person with swelling under the eyes also has difficulty breathing or is in severe pain, they should seek immediate medical help.

In this article, we look at the symptoms of swelling under the eye, the potential causes, home remedies, and treatments.

Swelling under the eye often causes puffiness, which may lead to the eye partially closing over. Depending on the underlying cause, it may affect one or both eyes.

For some conditions, swelling may occur with other symptoms, such as eye discoloration, itching, bruising, tearing, or discharge.

Swelling under one eye may be due to the following causes:

Excessive eye rubbing

People sometimes rub the eyes due to fatigue, itchiness, or a foreign object in the eye. According to the Seattle Children’s Hospital, excessive eye rubbing can lead to swelling. Avoiding touching the eyes will allow the area to return to normal.

Injury

Swelling under the eye may indicate an injury. A cut or bruise may cause swelling, discoloration, and pain. Similarly, insect bites, such as a mosquito bite that occur near the eye, may cause swelling.

Small injuries in the eye area may heal on their own if a person keeps the area clean and dry. If the swelling and pain get worse, or there are signs of infection, such as pus or discharge, a person may need medical treatment.

Blocked tear duct

A blocked tear duct prevents tears from draining from the eye and can also cause under-eye swelling. The American Acadamy of Ophthalmology (AAO), list other symptoms of a blocked tear duct, which include watery eyes and tearing.

Blocked tear ducts can develop due to an eye infection, an injury, or a tumor. If the blockage is the result of an injury, it may resolve on its own. An infection may require antibiotics.

Stye

A stye is an infection that occurs at the base of the eyelashes, causing a painful lump. The AAO indicate that when a person has a stye, they might feel like there is a foreign object in their eye. A person’s eye may also feel scratchy, sensitive to light, or watery.

Styes can clear up on their own. However, if a stye does not improve, a doctor may prescribe antibiotics or may need to drain it.

Periorbital cellulitis

Periorbital cellulitis occurs when a wound near the eye becomes infected. It causes severe under-eye swelling, pain, and inflammation. According to a 2020 article, it is most common in children and is often due to trauma or sinusitis.

This condition requires medical treatment to prevent damage to the eyes and other organs. According to the AAO, treatment may include drainage, surgery to remove dead tissue, and antibiotics.

Lymphoma

Lymphoma is a type of cancer that can affect the eye area in rare cases. According to the Survey of Ophthalmology, a person with lymphoma will experience swelling and a visible lump or tumor. Doctors may treat lymphoma using radiotherapy or chemotherapy.

Swelling under both eyes may have a variety of causes, such as:

Bags under the eyes

A person may notice mild swelling under the eyes when they wake up in the morning. The AAO note that this can occur due to aging, fluid collecting under the eyes during sleep, or both.

Smoking, lack of sleep, fluid retention, and allergies make it more likely that bags will develop under the eyes. Getting enough sleep, sleeping with the head in a slightly elevated position, and cool compresses may help reduce their appearance.

Allergies

Allergens, such as pollen and pet dander, can irritate the eyes, causing an allergic reaction. Symptoms include eye swelling, itching, burning, and tearing. A person with this condition may also have other allergy symptoms, such as a stuffy nose, sneezing, or an itchy throat.

If swelling in the under-eye area is the result of an allergic reaction, taking an over-the-counter (OTC) allergy medication, such as diphenhydramine (Benadryl) may help reduce the swelling. A person should read the package instructions carefully for proper dosing.

A severe allergic reaction may cause anaphylaxis, which is a medical emergency that causes hives, swollen airways, and difficulty breathing.

Conjunctivitis

Conjunctivitis occurs due to a bacterial or viral eye infection. It causes bloodshot, irritated eyes that may itch, burn, or hurt. A bacterial eye infection may produce white or yellow pus.

Viral conjunctivitis usually affects both eyes, but a bacterial infection may start in one eye and spread to both. Conjunctivitis is contagious, so a person with these symptoms should avoid touching the eyes and see a doctor for treatment.

Morbihan disease

According to a review in Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, this rare condition can cause severe swelling under the eye and on the upper cheekbones.

Doctors consider the condition a form of rosacea, which causes the skin on the face to redden or darken. Doctors treat Morbihan disease with steroids and sometimes minor surgery to drain the excess fluid.

Organ failure

A person can experience eye swelling in both eyes due to organ failure. This includes heart, kidney, or liver failure. Each of these conditions affects the body’s ability to regulate fluid balance, which will often cause swelling in the feet and other areas of the body.

Many causes of swollen under-eyes are temporary or mild. Small bruises or insect bites, styes, and puffy eyes from excessive eye-rubbing may clear up on their own with at-home treatments. Swelling caused by allergies should improve with OTC antihistamines.

However, if there are signs of infection or a more serious injury, such as pain, inflammation, or pus, a person should see their doctor promptly. If a person has any of the following symptoms, they should seek immediate medical attention:

• swelling causes eyes to close partially or completely
• swollen eyes with a fever
• swollen airways or trouble breathing
• vision loss or double vision
• swollen eyes with swollen ankles or feet

In mild cases of under-eye swelling, a person can often reduce the swelling and any eye irritation at home. A person can try:

• Cold compresses or ice: A person can make a cold compress by wrapping ice in a towel or dampening a washcloth and gently pressing to the eye for up to 20 minutes.
• Warm compresses: For styes, a warm compress may be more effective. Soak a clean washcloth in warm water and apply to the eye for 10–15 minutes at a time.
• Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs): NSAIDs, such as ibuprofen, may help to ease pain and swelling. If a person has pain and swelling for longer than 7 days, they should seek medical help.
• Eye drops: Hydrating eye drops may reduce symptoms such as dryness, scratchiness, and irritation. Some eye drops also contain ingredients to help people with allergies.
• Eye flush: Flushing the eye with saline may help to clear away any dirt or debris that is irritating the eye.

To prevent the transmission of contagious conditions, the AAO suggest that people should:

• avoid wearing contact lenses and eye makeup
• use clean towels and washcloths
• not share eye products, towels, and washcloths with others
• not touching the eyes, unless necessary

A person can develop a swollen under-eye area for a variety of reasons. In many cases, the cause is mild and will improve with OTC medication, cool or warm compresses, and keeping the area clean.

In some cases, a person may need medical attention. If there are signs of infection, such as eye redness, pain, or discharge, or the swelling is severe, a person should see their doctor.

How to get rid of puffy eyes from crying: 8 home remedies

The production of tears is a practical process that helps keep the eyes comfortable and moist. It also washes out dust and debris.

There are different types of tears, including emotional ones that can lead to puffy eyes.

This article will discuss home remedies to reduce the appearance of puffy eyes from crying. It will also provide some tips on how to manage flushing and dryness.

A person may be able to reduce the appearance of puffy eyes with some of the following home remedies.

1. Applying a cold compress

Anything cold can help with inflammation and swelling, as it reduces blood flow. Therefore, a cold compress, ice pack, bag of vegetables, or even refrigerated or frozen spoons may work.

There are many cold compress eye masks available. Alternatively, a person can soak a towel or washcloth in cold water and apply it to the eye area for 5–10 minutes at a time.

2. Applying cucumber

The image of cucumber slices on the eyes is infamous, but it can work when treating puffy eyes. Due to its high water content, cucumber hydrates the skin and reduces swelling, working in a similar way to a cold compress.

Cucumbers also have anti-inflammatory and antioxidant activity and contain vitamin K, which can help reduce dark circles.

3. Applying tea bags

The key ingredients in this natural remedy are caffeine and natural tannins. Tannins work as an astringent, which means that they can constrict body tissue. Caffeine can penetrate the skin barrier, has strong antioxidant properties, and increases blood circulation in the skin.

People may find that green tea, black tea, and chamomile tea bags all work. Chamomile, in particular, has high levels of antioxidants.

Simply steep the tea in warm water, then chill the bags in the refrigerator for a while. Place a tea bag on each eye for a few minutes.

Learn more about tea bags for the eyes here.

4. Trying witch hazel

As a natural astringent and antioxidant, witch hazel has a tightening effect on the skin.

Simply soak cotton pads in cold witch hazel, making sure to squeeze out all the excess, and apply to the area for 5–10 minutes a couple of times per day. Take extra care to prevent getting witch hazel in the eye.

5. Using an eye roller

There are various eye roller options on the market that may help reduce puffiness, diminish dark circles, and offer anti-aging benefits.

Rollers are generally made of metal and can apply eye cooling gels through a rollerball. The device cools the area and provides a mini-massage to the under-eye area, which helps boost circulation.

6. Applying a face and eye cream

Many face and eye creams may help combat puffiness, cool down the eye area, and constrict blood vessels.

Creams may contain ingredients such as:

• retinol
• vitamin C
• phenylephrine
• hyaluronic acid

Look out for organic products that have not undergone testing in animals.

One study suggests that a topical eye cream containing complex carbohydrates and natural extracts can improve puffiness around the eyes.

7. Trying massage

Anecdotal sources suggest that a simple self-treatment is to use the fingers to gently massage the eye area.

People can run their fingers under ice-cold water, place the index finger on the bridge of the nose (under the brow), and massage along the under-eye area. Gently tap along the skin and use the middle fingers to get the blood circulating.

8. Changing the diet

Eating a healthful diet and staying hydrated may reduce the appearance of puffy eyes. For example, people can try the following:

• Hydration: Try to drink around eight to 10 glasses of water per day. Eat water-rich foods, such as cucumbers, and plenty of other fruits and vegetables.
• Moderation: Avoid consuming too many alcoholic, caffeinated, or energy drinks. They act as diuretics and signal dehydration.
• Salt reduction: Cut back on salt in processed foods. Consuming additional sodium causes the body to retain water. Fluid retention may lead to eye puffiness.
• Parsley leaves: Anecdotal sources suggest eating parsley to help flush out toxins from the kidneys.
• Herbal tea: Although placing tea bags on the eyes can soothe puffiness, drinking herbal tea may also have benefits for the skin.

The eyes are always producing a certain amount of tears.

Tear fluid, which originates from the lacrimal gland, flows over the surface of the eye and drains out of the corners of the eyelids. Traveling through the tear ducts, the tears then empty through the nasal cavities.

Tears protect the surface of the eye and help remove debris from the eye.

There are three different types of tears:

• Basal tears: These are the basic, functional tears that are always in the eye. Basal tears lubricate and protect the cornea, while keeping away dirt and debris.
• Reflex tears: These tears respond to irritation, such as foreign bodies, smoke, and onion scents. The eyes produce more reflex tears than basal tears, and they contain antibodies that help fight bacteria.
• Emotional tears: Strong feelings can trigger emotional tears. Emotional tears relate to attachment, physical pain, empathy, exhaustion, or compassion.

When a person cries with emotion, they can produce more tears than the lacrimal drainage system can cope with. This causes the tears to run out of the eyes and sometimes the nose.

Tissue around the eyes can then reabsorb the tears, making the area appear puffy.

The blood vessels dilate when a person cries, hence the flushing or discoloration that appears around the eyes.

Although many of the tips for reducing puffiness also apply to treating flushing and discoloration, there are specific color-reducing eye drops available to purchase. Eye serums and creams are also available.

The tears contain oil, water, and mucus, and each element acts to protect and nourish the eye. Excess tears flow into small drainage ducts in the eyelids, but when these elements become unbalanced, dry eyes can occur.

Dry eye treatments include over-the-counter artificial tear solutions, which can also be preservative-free.

While at home, remember to blink regularly, especially when working on a computer for an extended period of time. Wearing sunglasses in bright sunlight can offer further protection.

There are many home remedies that can reduce eye puffiness after crying, but it can be a case of trial and error to find the right method.

If the puffiness continues for an extended period of time, it might be worth seeing a doctor for advice.

Performing regular skin care routines and eating a healthful diet are the best steps for general eye care.

Causes and How To Get Rid of Puffy Eyes

By Marilyn Haddrill; contributions and review by Charles Slonim, MD

Puffy eyes and dark circles under the eyes occur for many reasons, including

Though the terms sometimes are used interchangeably, puffy eyes are different from swollen eyelids, which are caused by allergies, infection, inflammation, or trauma. [Read more about swollen eyelids and swollen eyes.]

While certain home remedies such as soothing cucumber slices — or even anti-hemorrhoid creams such as Preparation H — may temporarily relieve puffy eyes, a more long-lasting solution depends on the underlying cause.

What causes puffy eyes?

Swelling around the eyes is caused by an excessive accumulation of fluids (edema) in the surrounding skin tissue. Because the skin around the eyes is very thin, swelling and discoloration can be quite prominent.

But why does fluid accumulate to form puffy eyes in the first place?

Puffy eyes generally result from a variety of factors, including:

• Overconsumption of salt, which causes fluid retention

• Sinus problems

• Dehydration

• Fatigue and lack of sleep

• Stress

• Crying

• Aging

• Inherited facial features

Unfortunately, many people have puffy eyes simply because this trait runs in their family.

With aging, eye puffiness can be caused in part when fatty tissue that ordinarily protects the eye inside the bony eye socket of the skull begins to push forward and fill in spaces below the eye.

This happens because aging processes cause thinning of the membrane or “septum” that ordinarily holds back fat in both the upper and lower eyelids. As the membrane thins, the fat herniates and pushes forward, causing puffy eyes and dark circles and bags under the eyes.

Puffy eyes in the morning

When we’re sleeping, we don’t blink. And this is part of the reason why eye puffiness develops.

Dark circles can form under the eyes from stress or lack of sleep.

Blinking for eyelids is like walking for legs. When idle, some people develop swelling in their lower extremities that goes away as soon as they start walking and muscles in the legs begin “milking” the trapped fluids (edema), which are absorbed back into circulation.

A similar action takes place in the eyelids.

The closed, non-blinking eyelids during sleep potentially can swell in certain people prone to this problem. So in the mornings, you could wake up with puffy eyes. When you wake up and start blinking, some of the puffiness gradually goes away.

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Do puffy eyes mean I have a medical condition?

Puffy eyes typically are simply due to aging, genetics, and possibly lack of sleep. But sometimes, swollen eyelids are mistaken for puffy eyes.

When swollen eyelids occur suddenly, it might be a sign you have an underlying medical problem.

Unlike puffy eyes, swollen eyelids may be a sign of conditions such as:

If you’re uncertain whether you have puffy eyes or swollen eyelids that might indicate an underlying medical condition, schedule a comprehensive eye exam. Your eye doctor will be able to distinguish between the two conditions and whether additional medical testing or care is indicated.

How to get rid of puffy eyes

To find the best solution for puffy eyes and dark circles, it’s important to identify the underlying cause.

Many temporary remedies may help reduce the appearance of puffy eyes, such as:

• Using eye drops to relieve any irritation

• Drinking plenty of water to prevent dehydration

• Applying iced compresses if your eyelids look puffy

• Applying cucumber slices or chilled tea bags over closed eyes

• Using creams and other skin products specially formulated for use around the eyes

• Reducing salt in your diet

• Eating potassium-rich foods, such as bananas, to eliminate excess fluids in your body

• Splashing cold water over your face and eyes

• Getting plenty of sleep

If you have the same puffy appearance around your eyes as your mother or father, it’s probably an inherited trait. In this case, you might want to consider cosmetic eyelid surgery to get rid of the puffiness.

Puffy eyes due to aging also can be eliminated with cosmetic eyelid surgery (blepharoplasty).

You might want to discuss with your eye doctor or cosmetic surgeon some of the other procedures available to lessen the appearance of puffy eyes and dark circles under the eyes. These include chemical peels and laser skin resurfacing.

One of the most common home remedies for puffy eyes, as mentioned above, is use of hemorrhoid creams and ointments on the skin around your eyes. A common active ingredient in these preparations is phenylephrine, which is a medication that constricts blood vessels.

This can have a potential dual effect on puffy eyelids and dark circles under your eyes: 

1. Shrinking blood vessels in the eyelids may reduce the potential for leakage of fluid that causes puffiness. 

2. Constricting dilated blood vessels under the skin below your eyes may reduce the appearance of dark circles.

Be aware that there are risks associated with using hemorrhoid creams for puffy eyes and dark circles. If you accidentally get these products in your eyes, you can experience a severe inflammatory response known as chemical conjunctivitis.

Before trying hemorrhoid cream or other home remedies for puffy eyes, ask your eye doctor for advice about other treatment options that are safe and more effective.

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When to see an eye doctor

Puffy eyes are not an emergency, but (as already mentioned) they can be mistaken for swollen eyelids, which may have a serious underlying medical cause. 

Therefore, it’s a good idea to schedule an exam with your eye doctor to determine whether you have puffy eyes or swollen eyelids and the most effective treatment for it.

HAVE MORE QUESTIONS? See our Swollen Eyelid FAQs

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Page updated in May 2021

How to Get Rid of Bags Under Your Eyes

Are you wondering why you have puffy eyes or how you can make under-eye bags disappear? Good news: Although they can be bothersome, bags under your eyes don’t usually impact vision or health. But if you want to reduce the puffiness around your eyes, there are temporary and long-lasting solutions.

What causes bags under the eyes?

There are several reasons people get puffy eyes, including:

• High-salt diet: Eating a lot of salty foods causes you to retain water and leads to swelling.
• Allergies: Congestion and inflammation from allergies can sometimes exacerbate under-eye puffiness.
• Medical conditions: Some health conditions such as thyroid problems can cause the eyes to become swollen.
• Genetics: Having under-eye bags can be a physical characteristic that runs in your family. 
• Natural aging process: Loss of firmness in the skin and muscles happens as you age.

Why under-eye bags form when you get older

“The most common cause of under-eye bags or puffiness is natural aging,” says Shaun Desai, M.D., a facial plastic and reconstructive surgeon at Johns Hopkins Center for Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery. “Older skin becomes too lax and tends to fall or wrinkle. The muscles and tissues around the eye can also weaken and contribute to the baggy look. This weakening allows the fat surrounding the eye to bulge out, creating that bubble-like appearance.” 

Ways to Get Rid of Eye Bags

There are different approaches to reducing under-eye puffiness, depending on the cause. At-home treatments can temporarily shrink lower lids that are sometimes swollen from fluid pooling in the undereye area.
But, says Desai, home remedies and over-the-counter products can only do so much, “To effectively get rid of under-eye bags that are prominent and permanent, medical treatment is oftentimes necessary.” 

At-home treatments for puffy eyes

If you occasionally wake up with puffy lids, these quick fixes may help. They work to reduce swelling until it naturally subsides over the course of the day.

• Cold compresses: Cooling the area lessens inflammation and swelling by reducing blood flow. You can place anything cold, such as an ice pack, frozen bag of vegetables, chilled cucumber slices or refrigerated spoons, over closed eyes for a few minutes.
• Hemorrhoid creams: Some people pat over-the-counter creams designed for hemorrhoid treatment under their eyes. Product ingredients such as phenylephrine narrow blood vessels to reduce swelling. But use these products with caution: They may cause irritation in this sensitive area. Also, it’s important to keep this medication from getting in your eyes. 
• Caffeine: Caffeine is a vasoconstrictor, meaning it constricts blood vessels. Many cosmetics companies sell eye creams with caffeine to reduce under-eye puffiness. You can also try resting chilled tea bags (caffeinated black tea) on closed eyes.

Medical options for under-eye bags

If you’re fed up with under-eye bags, these medical treatments can improve and even eliminate them: 

Nonsurgical options
These noninvasive treatments smooth the under-eye area:

• Filler: This treatment places a filler material (usually hyaluronic acid, which is a jelly-like substance) where the under-eye area and cheek meet to create a smooth transition. The injection is performed in a doctor’s office under local anesthetic. Results last six to 12 months. 
• Laser resurfacing: This treatment uses a laser to remove surface layers of wrinkly skin in the under-eye area and stimulate new collagen growth, resulting in firmer skin. Results can last years, depending on your skin type and sun exposure. 
• Chemical peel: A chemical peel also treats wrinkly under-eye skin by removing superficial top layers. An in-office application of a chemical solution dissolves old skin cells to reveal tighter, brighter skin. Depending on your skin type and sun exposure, results can last a few years.

Surgical option
A lower eyelid lift (blepharoplasty) is an outpatient procedure where the surgeon readjusts the fat in the lower eye area and tightens the muscle and skin to create a smooth appearance. In most cases, a lower eyelid lift gets rid of under-eye bags for life — it’s rare for people to need future touch-ups.

However, says Desai, sometimes patients require multiple therapies to treat under-eye bags, such as combining laser resurfacing with filler or an eyelid lift.

How to Choose a Doctor

The eye area is a very delicate part of the face. Serious complications can arise if procedures are done improperly. It’s crucial to find a highly experienced, board-certified surgeon who specializes in treatment of the eyelid area. 

How to remove bags under the eyes: 10 effective ways

How to remove bags under the eyes quickly

These methods will relieve you of puffiness almost instantly, but the effect will not last long – at best, a matter of hours. Use them if you need to quickly regain a fresh look.

1. Apply a cold compress

Bags under the eyes are most often edema ^{, which are especially evident under the thinnest skin around the eyes. Cold constricts blood vessels and helps relieve swelling.}

Soak a cotton ball or soft cloth in cool water and place the compress under your eyes for 3-5 minutes. Another option is metal spoons: cool them under running cold water, blot with a napkin and apply with the convex side to the skin under the eyes. Keep until warm to body temperature. If the effect seems insufficient, repeat.

Chilled slices of fresh cucumber or potato wedges are also suitable as a cold compress.

2. Place wet tea bags under your eyes.

Tea – both black and green – contains caffeine, which penetrates the skin, improves blood circulation and helps ^{quickly get rid of excess fluid.}

Use the tea bags as follows ^:

• Brew two tea bags. Soak them in boiling water for 3-5 minutes.
• Let them cool in the refrigerator for 20 minutes.
• Squeeze out excess liquid and place wet bags under eyes for 15-30 minutes.

An alternative to tea – used natural coffee. Gently place the waste from the turkey or coffee machine under your eyes. Do not rub in order not to injure the skin. Leave it on for 15-30 minutes, then rinse with warm water and apply a moisturizer.

3. Try an over-the-counter hemorrhoid cream

Sounds a bit unusual, but this is exactly the advice ^{experts from the Johns Hopkins School of Medicine give. Anti-hemorrhoids contain ingredients that constrict blood vessels, which can help reduce swelling.}

However, the cream must be used with caution: it can cause irritation. If you notice a burning sensation or redness, immediately remove the product with napkins, and then wash with warm water and soap.

4.Use cosmetics

For example, ready-made eye patches: they effectively tighten the skin and reduce puffiness. Store them in the refrigerator, then they also play the role of a cold compress.

It is possible to disguise bags under the eyes with the help of light concealers or foundation. Apply these funds not to the edema itself, but to its borders.

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How to remove bags under the eyes forever

Changes in lifestyle – the path is longer, but it is more effective.Here are ^{recommendations from the experts at the American Academy of Ophthalmology.}

1. Make sure you get enough sleep.

The sleep rate for an adult is 7-9 hours a day. If you sleep too little, bags under the eyes are almost inevitable ^.

2. Sleep with your head up

This will prevent fluid from accumulating under the eyes. Choose a higher pillow for sleeping or raise the head of the bed 3–5 cm – for example, by placing a board or a couple of books under the legs.

Try not to fall asleep facedown on your stomach: this position will cause fluid to flow to the eyes and subsequent puffiness.

3. Don’t eat salty food

On the one hand, salt makes you thirsty. On the other hand, it inhibits the excretion of fluid from the body. This means that the risk of finding bags under the eyes in the morning increases.

4. Try to get rid of bad habits

Smoking and alcohol abuse are common causes of puffiness. In addition, these bad habits cause the body to lose collagen faster.This means that the delicate skin under the eyes becomes even thinner, and puffiness and dark circles become more noticeable.

5. Avoid potential allergens

Puffiness is a common symptom of seasonal allergies. If you suspect that bags under the eyes may have appeared due to a reaction to the pollen of a plant, consult a physician. Perhaps the issue will be resolved by a recommendation to take an antihistamine and a referral to a specialist allergist.

6. Do not hesitate to contact a beautician

Permanent puffiness under the eyes is common in older people.

Shaun C. Desai

MD, plastic surgeon

The tissues and muscles around the eyes weaken with age. This can cause the fat that supports the eyes to sink and bulge ^.

It is safe, but not aesthetically pleasing. Unfortunately, homemade methods are unlikely to help in this case. To get rid of persistent bags under the eyes, it makes sense to consult a cosmetologist.Depending on how severe the puffiness is, your healthcare provider will suggest treatment options.

This is not necessarily a surgical operation. You can use injections to reduce the fat deposits under the eyes, and laser resurfacing or chemical peels can help make the bags less pronounced. The effect after such procedures will last up to several years.

If you want to get rid of bags under the eyes forever, pay attention to blepharoplasty. This is a surgical eyelid lift, during which the specialist will remove excess fat and tighten the muscles and skin, giving the skin a smooth and youthful appearance.

This material was first published in March 2017. In April 2020, we updated the text.

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Swelling under the eyes: causes. What remedies for puffiness under the eyes to use.

Eye puffiness and dark circles under the eyes occur for many reasons, including hereditary facial features, allergies, stress, eye fatigue, and individual skin characteristics such as texture.

While some home remedies such as cucumber slices can temporarily relieve puffy eyes, a longer-term solution requires finding out the underlying cause.

What causes puffy eyes?

Common edema around the eyes indicates an excess of accumulated fluid in the surrounding skin tissues. Since the skin around the eyes is the thinnest, swelling and changes in tone can be quite noticeable.

But what is the reason for the accumulation of fluid that causes swelling of the eyes?

Swelling of the eyes usually occurs due to various factors, including:

1. Excessive salt intake that causes fluid retention

2. Allergies that can cause inflammation and swelling

3. Sinus problems

4. Dehydration

5. Fatigue and lack of sleep

6. Stress

7. Sobbing

8. Aging

9. Hereditary facial features

Although the latter reason does not seem to be puffy, many people have the effect heredity.

As we age, eye swelling can be partly caused by the fatty tissue that normally protects the eye inside the bony orbit begins to push forward and fill the space under the eye.

This is because the aging process causes a thinning of the membrane or “septum” that normally holds fat in both the upper and lower eyelids. As the membrane becomes thinner, the fat bulges forward. It is then that bags or bulges begin to form under the eyes.

What causes puffy eyes in the morning?

When we sleep, we do not blink. And this is one of the reasons why eye swelling develops.

Dark circles can appear under the eyes as a result of stress or lack of sleep.

Blinking for the eyelids is like walking for the feet. If there is no movement, some people develop swelling in the lower extremities, which disappears as soon as they walk, and the muscles in the legs begin to “pull” the accumulated fluid (swelling), releasing it back into the bloodstream.

The same thing happens with centuries. Closed eyelids that do not blink during sleep can swell in some people who have a tendency to do so. Therefore, in the morning you may wake up with very swollen and puffy eyelids. Once you open your eyes and start blinking, the swelling will partially subside in about an hour.

Are puffy eyes a symptom of a medical condition?

When this happens unexpectedly, eye swelling is sometimes indicative of disease.

For example, people with thyroid problems may develop swelling of the tissues and muscles around the eyes.Additionally, bulging eyes can be a symptom of a thyroid disorder known as Graves’ disease.

Eye allergies associated with conditions such as hay fever can also cause swelling of the eyes. Other types of allergies, such as reactions to certain foods or chemicals, can cause eyelid swelling.

During an allergic reaction, some cells in the body release a chemical called histamine, which has many adverse effects on body tissues, including fluid leakage from blood vessels.These fluids become trapped in the surrounding tissues, causing swelling.

Puffy, puffy eyelids and dark circles under the eyes can occur with eye infections , eg conjunctivitis In this case, the swelling of the eyes is caused by inflammation associated with an eye infection that directly affects the eyelids. In addition, general swelling and puffiness can cause dry eyes.

Systemic diseases, including kidney failure, also lead to general swelling throughout the body, including around the eyes.

What are some treatments for puffy eyes?

To find the best solution for puffy eyes and dark circles, it is important to establish the root cause.

If your mother or father has puffy eyes, you may have inherited this trait from them. In such a case, cosmetic surgery may be considered to reduce the swelling.

Eye swelling caused by aging is also likely to require cosmetic surgery.

You may want to talk with your optometrist or plastic surgeon about some of the options available for dealing with eyelid problems.These options include chemical peels, laser skin resurfacing, some prescription skin treatments, and eyelid surgery known as blepharoplasty.

Blepharoplasty removes excess fatty tissue and skin from the upper and lower eyelids, and tightens the skin and muscles to reduce swelling and reduce wrinkles.

The following remedies can temporarily reduce the swelling around the eyes:

• Use eye drops for irritation caused by allergies, if applicable

• Drink enough fluids to stay hydrated

• Cold compresses for swollen eyelids

• Apply cucumber slices or chilled tea bags to closed eyes

• Use creams and other products specially formulated for application to the skin around the eyes

• Reduce dietary salt

• Consume foods rich in potassium e.g. bananas to eliminate excess fluid in the body

• Spray cold water on the face and eyes

• Sleep and rest as much as possible

Creams and ointments used to reduce swelling of the eyelids, ca 100 contain phenylephrine, a drug that constricts blood vessels.It can have a double effect on puffy eyelids.

First, if dark circles are caused by a visible network of blood vessels under the thin skin of the eyelids, then the narrowing of the vessels can reduce the darkening.

Second, narrowing the blood vessels can reduce the likelihood of fluid leaking from the blood vessel, which will reduce swelling.

However, be careful when applying these products around the eyes. If accidentally splashed into the eyes, they can cause a serious inflammatory reaction known as chemical conjunctivitis.If this happens, contact your optometrist or doctor immediately.

Page published in November 2020

Page updated March 2021

90,000 How to quickly get rid of bags under the eyes: advice from cosmetologists

7 effective measures to help make swelling less noticeable

Any beautician will tell you that procedures aimed at reducing puffiness under the eyes will be temporary.The reasons for their appearance may be related to your health condition. If everything is in order with the body as a whole, for example, an abundance of salty food in the diet can lead to the formation of “bags” under the eyes. In any case, you need to look for the cause in the doctor’s office, but you can reduce the swelling under the eyes or completely remove the swelling on your own. Here’s what can help.

1

Cold compress

One of the easiest and surest ways is to apply something cold to the skin under the eyes.For example, an ice cube or a spoon chilled in the freezer. A cold compress will speed up blood circulation and help reduce swelling.

2

Roller massage

Serums and gels for the skin around the eyes, available in a tube with a metal ball as an applicator, are good helpers in the fight against swelling. When applied, the ball cools and soothes the skin and also has a lymphatic drainage effect. The tool promotes the removal of fluid from the tissues, and the swelling will disappear.

3

Cucumber circles

Cut two slices from a cucumber that has lain a little in the refrigerator, and place them on closed eyelids for 20 minutes so that they touch the area under the eyes. Cucumber has anti-inflammatory properties, so it can reduce swelling. Plus, you’ll give your eyes a 20 minute rest.

4

Tea bags

Another well-known technique that saves you from swelling under the eyes in the shortest possible time is a tea compress.Place two bags in water and then refrigerate for a few minutes in the freezer. Squeeze the liquid out of them (but not completely) and place on closed eyes for a quarter of an hour. Then wash yourself with cold water. The swelling will become much less noticeable.

5

Caffeinated cream

A properly selected product for the skin around the eyes can help. Ingredients such as caffeine, collagen, elastin successfully fight bags under the eyes. Also look for vitamin K in cosmetics – it improves blood circulation, makes the skin denser and more elastic.

6

Luminous Concealer

If you don’t have time for treatments that reduce swelling, you can hide swelling with products with a radiance effect. After applying the foundation, treat the skin under the eyes with a concealer containing shimmery particles. The skin will reflect light, so the bags under the eyes will be almost invisible.

The most effective way is to get a good night’s sleep. During sleep, regeneration processes take place in the body, so swelling may well go away in a few hours spent under the covers.

How to quickly remove bags under the eyes yourself at home: an effective way

Before you start looking for a concealer to mask puffiness under the eyes, read our tips

Bags under the eyes can be masked with concealer. But we will tell you how to get rid of them for a long time. Let’s talk about the most popular methods.

Many are wondering how to remove puffiness under the eyes.Bruises and puffiness make the look tired, add age, and just don’t paint anyone. Someone suffers from them all their lives, while in others they become a consequence of age-related changes, as a rule, after 50 years. The matter may be in the structure of the face, veins located too close to the skin, the skin itself – for example, if it is too thin in this area. Most often, the circles appear blue, but some may be worried about the red tint of the skin – for example, due to long-term work at the computer or an allergic reaction.

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In this article we will figure out how to deal with bags under the eyes at home and in the beautician’s office. But first, let’s find out what can provoke the appearance of dark circles.

1. 1

   Heredity

   For some people, bruises under the eyes do not go away even after many hours of sleep and proper care.Perhaps it’s genes. Thin skin, a predisposition to rosacea and allergic reactions are inherited and can cause dark circles.

2. 2

   Bad Mode

   If you regularly lack sleep, drink insufficient water or eat improperly, lymph stagnates, blood circulates worse. As a result, the tone becomes dull and the skin tone is reduced.

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3. 3

   Age

   The skin of the eyelids is already much thinner than in other areas. And with age, it becomes even less dense, elastic and resilient. The subcutaneous fat becomes thinner – the area under the eyes becomes even darker, and the look seems tired.

4. 4

   Problems with the body

   Sometimes dark circles are a reason to think.Especially if the problem appeared suddenly, and before you did not bother. Perhaps this is how the body is trying to let you know about problems with the heart, liver, endocrine system, or other health problems.

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   Allergy or active work at the computer

   If the reason is an allergic reaction or hours of work at the computer, this will most likely be understood by the color of the area under the eyes.It will not be blue, but with a reddish tint. Why? It’s simple. Because of the clock in front of the monitor, blood rushes to this area of ​​the skin. And upon contact with an allergen, histamine is released into the bloodstream, which can also provoke redness.

We have considered possible causes. It’s time to find out how to get rid of this problem.

Tea bags

Using tea bags to clear bags under the eyes is a proven method that actually works.In order for this to work, you need to follow the recipe.

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First, brew the tea and let it brew. Next, remove the tea bags from the cup, place them on the saucer and wait until they cool slightly. Take the bags, place them over your eyes and lie on the bed. Lie for 15-20 minutes without opening your eyes, straining your eyelids, or removing the bags.Tea will not only help relieve swelling, but also saturate the delicate skin around the eyes with antioxidants that prevent the signs of aging.

How else to remove bags under the eyes? We’ll find out now.

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Ice cubes

Ice cubes must be prepared in advance. Fill special molds with water (preferably thermal) and put in the freezer overnight. Beauty experts recommend rubbing your face with cubes every day and call it cryomassage. They will also come in handy in a situation where you need to quickly get rid of bags under the eyes.You can freeze water, for example, with chamomile.

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Tablespoons

Another effective way to remove bags under the eyes is to apply a tablespoon to the adhesives. First, hold the spoons in the refrigerator for about ten minutes, and then apply them to your eyes. There will be no trace of the bags.

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Special means

It is possible (and even necessary) to remove bags under the eyes on your own with the help of creams created specifically to combat this problem.Creams, unlike the folk remedies described above, not only neutralize the bags, but also help get rid of them in the future. This is due to the formulas that include caring components. This is exactly what, for example, the Re-Plasty Age Recovery Eye Strap from Helena Rubinstein.

We recommend that you take a closer look at Kiehl’s Avocado Eye Cream. It is fortified with beta carotene, avocado and shea oils.

We also recommend trying L’Oréal Paris Anti-Aging Eye Cream.

And also Hyalu B5 from La Roche-Posay and LiftActiv Supreme from Vichy.

Also pay attention to products with retinol in the composition. It enhances collagen production and smoothes the skin. But keep in mind that the result may only become noticeable after a few months. If you do not see changes, this does not mean that they are not there. It’s just that the effect is often cumulative.

Caffeine is another effective ingredient in fighting dark circles. It perfectly tones and helps to remove excess fluid from the body.

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Patches

Eye patches are a proven remedy for bruising. They not only refresh the skin tone, but also smooth and moisturize the skin and prepare it for the application of other products, such as concealer. So take a look at Garnier’s Moisture + Fresh Look patches, for example.

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Decoctions

What else can you do if you have persistent bags under your eyes? Decoctions of some types of herbs brighten the skin well in just 5 minutes.Try, for example, to brew parsley root, let it brew. And then freeze the broth and use for compresses in the morning: apply to the eyelids for a few minutes and enjoy the effect.

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Massage

Lymphatic drainage massage is another way to relieve puffiness under the eyes. You can do it yourself with your hands. In addition, many eye products come with a dedicated massage applicator – check them out when choosing a new cream.Bags under the eyes can appear due to the fact that the subcutaneous fat “bulges” due to edema or other reasons. If the reason is the accumulation of fluid, then such bags are especially noticeable after sleep. A massage will help remove excess water.

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Corrector

Concealers and concealers help in a matter of seconds to give the skin a flawless look – to hide dark circles under the eyes and redness, to make the skin tone even.

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Of course, the corrector will not be able to permanently remove bags under the eyes, but it will effectively mask the problem if you have an important meeting and you have not had enough sleep. Take our quiz and find out which bestselling proofreader is perfect for you.

Many praise the Infaillible from L’Oréal Paris.

Find out what our readers think of this tool here.

You will find some more useful life hacks that will help to disguise the circles under the eyes in this video.

We advise you to read:

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Professional cosmetology

If simpler methods did not help, it may be worth seeking help from professional cosmetology.

Fillers

Fillers are a dense gel that is injected into the problem area to fill gaps, tone the skin and even out the relief by removing wrinkles.

Lipofilling

Lipofilling is another injection method to get rid of the sunken eyes effect.Only instead of the drug, the patient’s own fat is injected under the skin, which is taken from other areas: for example, the thighs or knees. How long the effect will last will depend on the individual characteristics of the person. But, as a rule, over time, the fat is absorbed.

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Laser therapy

Laser therapy breaks down fat deposits under the eyes.As a result, the skin is smoothed and brightened.

Phototherapy

During this procedure, light pulses are applied to the problem area. This also breaks down fat deposits and makes the skin’s relief smoother.

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Which method do you choose? We are waiting for your comments!

90,000 Why puffiness appears under the eyes and how to get rid of them

Sometimes the first thing that a person sees after sleep is edema of the eyes .The sight is unpleasant, but the problem is not only in aesthetics: their appearance indicates that something is wrong with the body and it needs close attention.

Often, some do not even understand why the swelling of the eyes occurred: if they lead a healthy lifestyle and monitor the condition of the skin, then, most likely, they are sure that they will never see anything like this in the mirror. However, the causes of edema are actually more than a dozen – you may simply not know about some.

Why the eyes swell, is it possible to solve this problem quickly and what helps most effectively – we will tell you in more detail.

Edema under the eyes: common causes of the appearance

If you wake up with swelling, before solving the problem, you need to understand why it has arisen. Sometimes puffy eyes are a sign of eating inappropriate food or overwork, and then this can be dealt with fairly quickly.

First, it is worth touching on the reasons that are not considered the most serious. If your eyes are swollen because of them, you can fix everything without medical attention.

• Excessive consumption of salty foods is the most common cause. In this case, in order to remove the swelling from the eyes, you do not even need to completely abandon the salt – you just need to reduce its amount.
• An abundance of alcohol. If you like noisy drinking parties, the next morning you are unlikely to enjoy the condition of the eyes. Alcohol dehydrates the body, so make sure you buy a good moisturizer for your eyes and apply it before bed.
• Allergic reaction, especially in certain seasons.In this case, reduce contact with the allergen to a minimum or refuse to use it when it comes to the product. And, of course, do not forget about the drug that helps you in such situations.
• Eye injuries – scratches and the like. The main thing is that if the cause of the swelling is an injury, do not rub your eyes in any case, otherwise you will only make it worse. But a cooling mask will definitely be beneficial.

There are also a couple of problems that may take you a long time to solve, but the result will definitely please.Eyes can swell from of regular stress and lack of sleep , and then it is worth slowly but surely returning to a regimen that will help you get enough sleep.

Also, edema occurs due to a lack of collagen – this is directly related to aging . You cannot stop the natural process, but you can slow it down: buy the right products and think about visiting a beautician.

Among other things, there is such a phenomenon as edema of the eyes after surgery .Surgical intervention hits the body hard, especially when it comes to vision, but there is nothing to worry about: in most cases it goes away rather quickly. To recover as soon as possible, do not forget about the medications prescribed by your doctor.

Causes of eye swelling: diseases

You can read as much as you like the advice of cosmetologists on how to remove puffiness under the eyes, but sometimes not a single recommendation helps. The secret is simple: there is a high probability that puffy eyes are a consequence of a disease of an organ.

Among these problems, the most common are the following:

• kidney disease . Their main symptom is stagnation of water and salt in the body, so sick people wake up with a swollen face and eyelids. By the evening, as a rule, everything goes away, but in the morning the same thing repeats. There is only one way out – to go to a specialist, because you yourself will not be able to solve this problem;
• hormonal disorders . Most often, in such cases, the legs swell, but the same problems often appear with gases.It is imperative to make an appointment with an endocrinologist and get tested so that he understands what hormones you lack and prescribes the appropriate treatment;
• Conjunctivitis is one of the most common ophthalmic diseases. Puffy eyes are among the main symptoms. If you are also worried about the fear of bright light and itching, immediately go to the doctor – you can recover fairly quickly.

Before an important event, my eyes were swollen. How to quickly relieve swelling?

Most often, cold compresses and cooling creams help in such cases.Some people advise to massage your face with an ice cube, but you need to be careful: it will not last long before a cold.

If you need a method from the “cheap and cheerful” category, and the swelling is quite small, just wash yourself with cold water.

Is it possible to forget about edema, if not forever, then for a long time?

Of course – cosmetology will help with this. Four treatments work well for puffy eyes:

• lymphatic drainage, which removes excess salts from the facial tissues.Treatment of the area around the eyes is an indispensable part of the process;
• microcurrents that work in a similar way and still provide a slight lifting;
• any facial massage that will remove excess fluids and salts, as well as improve the condition of the skin;
• Regular application of moisturizing cream to stimulate the activity of skin cells.

The main thing is to remember that any treatment should take place under the supervision of professionals and with their participation.You should not engage in amateur performances when it comes to the face – and especially about the eyes. Take care of your health!

Swelling under the eyes and swelling around the eyes. How to treat eyelid puffiness.

What determines how young we look? Oddly enough, the condition of the skin on the eyelids plays a primary role. If she is healthy and elastic, we perceive the gaze as open, and the face and the person as young. Alas, bruises, swelling and bags under the eyes make the faces of even very young people old.

Swelling under the eyes – a very common problem, regardless of age and gender, especially relevant in our time – the time of time trouble, lack of movement and lack of fresh air. If the eyelids are swollen, neither an Armani suit nor respectable Mont Blanc accessories will save the image.

How to remove puffiness under the eyes

Clinic for Laser Cosmetology and Plastic Surgery Platinum has developed for you a whole exclusive range of treatments for puffiness under the eyes:

• a course of professional masks that will not only help get rid of puffiness of the eyes, but also eliminate bruises and wrinkles under the eyes .
• microcurrent therapy ,
• draining massage from puffiness of the eyes, etc.

A Medical boutique Platinum will offer you special masks against puffiness under the eyes for home care and anti-puffiness creams around the eyes.

With proper and regular use of , cosmetics and treatments can completely relieve you of puffy eyes after sleep, and when you wake up in the morning, puffy eyelids will no longer spoil your mood.

However, one type of edema and bruises under the eyes should be mentioned separately. The fact is that eye edema is often a symptom of so-called eye hernias – fatty protrusions. Even the best eye cream for edema is powerless against hernias. Alas, practice shows that after 30, the main reason for edema of the upper and lower eyelids is the presence of hernias. In this case, the question of how to get rid of puffiness under the eyes has no alternative answer: only with the help of blepharoplasty.Eyelid surgery performed by plastic surgeons Platinental at the highest level, in this case, is the only possible effective remedy for puffiness under the eyes and puffiness above the eyes, allowing not only to remove swelling of the eyes, perform eyelid lift , smooth crow’s feet . Optionally, you can even perform eye cut correction . And all this – in one procedure!

Photo “before and after”

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Completed by D.V. Melnikov

Injection removal of bags under the eyes with Eyebag Solution.

Elimination of dark circles under the eyes – a course of whitening injections.

Contouring of the nasolacrimal sulcus.

Why does puffiness appear under the eyes?

There can be many reasons for eyelid swelling and they are very different, therefore, before talking about possible methods of treatment, it is necessary in each case to determine why the eyes are swelling.

Lack of sleep, severe stress , a festive feast, even just an extra cup of tea at night: please, puffiness under the eyes in the morning is almost guaranteed. First of all, swelling of the eyelids of the eyes is caused by fluid retention in the body. If you got up in the morning and saw a swelling under your eyes in the mirror, and by the middle of the day you have already forgotten about it, then this is most likely true edema. How to deal with such puffiness under the eyes?

In fairness, I must say that they usually pass quickly and do not have unpleasant consequences.As a last resort, in order to quickly remove the swelling of the eyes, you can use special cosmetics for swelling around the eyes. Well help in the treatment of edema of the eyes and traditional medicine.

Another reason for puffiness under the eyes can be a lack of certain substances in the body, most often proteins. So if you are on a strict diet or fundamentally do not eat animal food , then swelling of the eyes can be your problem as well. How to remove swelling from the eyes in this case? The introduction of proteins into the daily diet will help remove puffy eyes.Change your diet to avoid puffy eyelids and make things worse.

In addition, the cause of edema under the eyes in women can be premenstrual syndrome, during which the balance of fluid in the body is also disturbed. So if the eyelids are swollen a few days before menstruation, you should not worry – in this case puffiness of the eyes will go away on its own with the beginning of the “critical days”. If the elimination of puffiness under the eyes is really necessary, diuretics, such as rosehip decoction or washing with water of a contrasting temperature, are the best folk remedies these days for puffiness under the eyes.

But how to remove the puffiness of the eyes if the puffiness of the lower eyelid occurs for no apparent reason with a completely correct lifestyle? In this case, to find out the cause of the swelling around the eyes, you need to see a doctor: they most often indicate problems with the heart or kidneys. So in case of severe swelling under the eyes, which, moreover, does not go away for a long time, you should not postpone a visit to a specialist.

However, if it is not possible to remove the puffiness of the eyes for a long time, perhaps the reason for this, as already mentioned, is the formed fat bags under the eyes.And puffy eyes are not indicative of fluid retention per se. In this case, the only effective method for eliminating puffiness under the eyes is only laser blepharoplasty: by removing fatty protrusions (hernias), the effect of puffy eyes also disappears.

The question of how to remove puffiness under the eyes, sooner or later, inexorably rises before everyone who is familiar with this problem firsthand. Blepharoplasty was and remains the only method of treating puffiness under the eyes caused by hernias, providing an excellent visible result that is stable over time.

We know everything about how to reduce puffiness under the eyes and get rid of them. Call. The clinic’s phone number in Moscow is +7 495 723-48-38, +7 495 989-21-16.

How to get rid of edema on the face: effective ways and means to relieve puffiness

Wrong, of course, he, and you bellowed for two hours. And your nose turned red, and your eyes are red now, too. If you do not take urgent measures and just go to bed, wishing him torment, then tomorrow you will have swelling and at least half a day of imprisonment at home.The same applies to those princesses who suddenly ate salty or spicy at night or drank water or alcohol. Below is a simple set of rules for avoiding swelling and puffy eyes by all means.

Causes of edema

You can wake up and see the reflection of edema only for one reason – because of fluid retention in the body. It, in turn, can be caused by poor diet, stress, lack of healthy sleep, pressure, or allergies.

How to remove facial swelling

The first thing that comes to mind is to drink a diuretic.But do not lean on “Furosemide”, it has a strong effect on the kidneys, so if you get carried away, you will swell with enviable constancy. Better to drink an herbal diuretic or eat watermelon, melon, apricots, grapes, or eggplant. Step two – wash your face with water that is contrasting in temperature and hold on your face alternately a cold towel, then a hot one – for 40 seconds. We end with a cold one. Next, rub the area around the eyes with ice cubes.

Another proven assistant is Blefarogel.Put it on your eyelids, and the ointment will relieve puffiness. If the eyes are inflamed-red, you can drip “Vial” – it will make the whites light, and the look is not so painful. And of course, patches and gel masks will help you. The latter must first be immersed in the refrigerator for a while, and then applied.

How to avoid edema

The next time, to avoid the consequences and not be afraid of your own reflection, immediately wash yourself with ice water or alternately contrasting water, breathe fresh air on the balcony and in no case immediately go to bed.