Causes for Puffy, Dark Circles, Bags, Swelling or Puffiness Under Eyes Natural Treatment Remedies
Climbed out of the bunk, wiped away the sleep and took a look at yourself in the mirror ~ and whoa! Reflected back are puffy eyes, dark circles, bags or swelling under, over and around what was just yesterday some gorgeous looking eyes.
Eye puffiness, such as mild swelling, dark bags or saggy under eye skin, has a myriad of causes, like:
- crying
- allergies
- cellulitis
- sinusitis
- diabetes
- chalazion
- hereditary
- dermatitis
- pregnancy
- dehydration
- angioedema
- lack of sleep
- conjunctivitis
- tooth abscess
- mucolipidoses
- pituitary tumor
- illegal drug use
- hypothyroidism
- Crohn’s Disease
- sign of infection
- excessive alcohol
- chlorine sensitivity
- changes in weather
- Hashimoto’s disease
- chronic kidney disease
- hormone level changes
- edema ~ fluid retention
- overconsumption of salt
- drug reactions ~ aspirin, penicillin, sulfa, glucocorticoids,corticosteroids
Natural treatment remedies to reduce, remedy, cure or prevent your mild case of puffy eyes and dark circles:
- avoid allergens
- get enough sleep
- sleep on your back
- drink plenty of water
- reduce sodium consumption
- slightly raise your head while sleeping
Other natural treatment methods to soothe and reduce swelling and puffiness is to lay over your closed eyes:
- eye pads
- gel eye mask
- cool compress
- damp tea bags
- chilled cucumber slices
Blepharoplasty is along the lines of a permanent remedy for saggy, baggy eyes. This surgery corrects bags under your eyes and upper eyelid drooping. But it does not remove wrinkles, lift sagging eyebrows nor eliminate dark circles around your eyes.
And ladies, your eyes are not the place for hemorrhoid cream nor ointments. Although some have reported effectiveness, its ingredients can also be a cause for irritation, inflammation or dryness. Better off using creams that are specifically designed for your around the eyes delicate skin.
For severe and persistent puffiness, you’ll want to pay a visit to your doctor in an effort to determine if your puffy eyes are caused by kidney, thyroid or medication side effect issues.
Your eyes are a window into the state of your health, as well as your finger and toe nails.
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