Bags under the eyes are developed due to two main reasons first is when the collagen level decreases inside your skin as you age. This decrease level of collagen causes the skin to lose its tightness for this reason the skin drops out. This feature is more prominent on the face including eyes. The second reason, being the fat deposition. When we are young the fats in the skin are intact. As we age these fats displaces and starts to dropout and you start to wonder how to get rid of bags under eyes. There are many causes that lead to bags under the eyes. Aging, deprivation of elasticity, Fluid detention due to weather changes, Hormonal imbalance, Sleep deprivation, Due to skin allergy and by water retention. Most important is the water detention or alcohol drinking. If any of these causes persist it will straight forward lead to puffiness under the eyes. Also aging is the leading factor of developing bags under the eyes. In order to get rid of puffy eyes simply follow the below mentioned simple remedies.
“17 home remedies for puffy eyes.”
17. Cucumber
Cucumber is the main ingredient of fresh salad. It is used in salad because it provides freshness. Similarly it also soothes the puffiness of eyes and removes under eye bags. The constituent present ion cucumbers decrease the puffiness by tightening the skin. This will also help in the reduction of wrinkles around the eye area. One thing should be kept in mind that only chilled cucumbers should be preferred for this remedy.
- Take two slices of cucumber place them in refrigerator for half an hour.
- Now place them on eyes for about twenty minutes.
- You will instantly feel a sensation of freshness. This therapy will reduce the inflammation of your eyes.
16. Potato

- Peel potato, cut it into slices.
- Take two slices and place them on your eyes for about several minutes.
- The potato slices will absorb the inflammation and reduce it.
15. Tea Bags

- Take 2 used tea bags.
- Wash them under the running water and place them on eyes for half an hour.
- Repeat this process twice a day for better and quick results. This is one of the best methods to get rid of bags under eyes.
“By following these preventive measures you will have fewer chances to develop bags under eyes.”
14. Spinach

- Take a bowl full of spinach.
- Beat them in mortar and pestle.
- Now apply the graded spinach over the eyes.
- Leave it for half an hour.
- Repeat it at least twice a day.
13. Egg White

- Take an egg. Separate its yolk and albumin. You will be needing albumin for this therapy.
- Apply albumin or the white part of the egg under the eyes.
- Let it dry.
- Now wash it with Luke warm water. This will reduce the puffiness of eyes. Repeat this process until you see a mild change in the puffiness around your eyes.
12. Cold Compression Method

- In this method few spoons are placed in refrigerator for some time until they are cold enough.
- Now take spoons one by one and place them on your bags and press them gently. This is very effective method to get rid of bags under eyes.
- One can also take ice cubes and gently rub over effected area. This should be done twice a day especially before going to bed.
11. Salt Water

- Take few tablespoons of water in a bowl
- Now add half tablespoon of salt in it.
- Mix it well, until the salt dissolves completes.
- Now soak the cotton ball in the salt water and apply on the affected area.
- Make sure you close your eyes and then apply the salt water over the eye lid.
- Repeat it twice a day especially before going to bed.
10. Chilled Water

- Splashes of chilled water after every ten to fifteen minutes will aid in the removal of puffiness.
- Other method is to take few ice cubes and wrap them in a cloth and then place them over the eyes. Repeat it twice a day.
9. Rose Water

- Take a spray bottle and fill with rose water. Spray on your face and eyes after every ten to fifteen minutes.
- Take cotton ball and dip it in rose water. Now apply the cotton on the affected area. This is one of the best remedy for tired or puffy eyes.
8. Apples

- Chop apple into slices.
- Freeze them
- Now place them over the eyelids till it becomes warm.
- Repeat it every day for better results.
7. Drink Ample Water

- Drink at least right to ten glasses of water in a day.
- Apart from water drink fresh juices.
6. Oranges

- Eat fresh oranges or drink at least two to three glasses of fresh oranges juice in a day. It will not only rejuvenates your skin but also keep your body hydrated.
5. Carrot Juice

- Take five to six carrots wash them properly.
- Now put them in blender.
- Drink the juice twice a day and every day in summers.
4. Whole Milk

- Take cotton or a piece of clean cloth.
- Dip them in cold milk and place it over the eyes.
- Gently press it over the eye area.
- Repeat it before going to bed. Keep on doing it until the results appear.
3. Coriander

- Soak coriander seeds it water. Leave it for overnight.
- Now rinse your eyes with this water.
Additional remedies
2. Chamomile Tea

1. Aloe Vera

- Simply extract the gel from the aloe leave by making a cut.
- Collect it in a container.
- Now apply the gel on the eyes with clean hands.
- For better results let the gel be there for overnight.
- Repeat the process until the swelling disappears.
Do’s
- Sleep with two or three pillows under your head. This will improve the circulation. By doing so it will decrease the chances of recurrence of bags under eyes.
- If you wash your face with cold water, it will tighten up your skin and it won’t allow the accumulation of fluid under your eyes. This will also recue the puffiness under the eyes.
- Avoid exposure to sun
- Drink a lot of water.
- Massage lightly with hands beneath the eyes.
- Eat vitamin rich food.
- Get enough sleep.
Don’ts
- Do not rub your eyes.
- Avoid washing your face warm water.
- Do not sleep without removing the makeup.
- Avoid using mascara and eyeliner.
- Avoid the television screen till late at night.
