Skin Care

Say Goodbye to Puffy Eyes

Whether you're dealing with fatigue, post sob-fest swelling or under-eye bags, we've found best ways to get rid of puffy eyes

by Leslie George | COMMENT

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Cucumbers on Eyes and Other Home Remedies Life's a bit of a roller coaster -- and it can take its toll on your appearance. Lack of sleep, hangovers, stress and crying can all cause puffy eyes. Cold water, a cold compress, cold spoons (with the bowl of the spoons covering eyes) -- anything cool applied to exhausted, stressed, crying eyes will help constrict blood vessels and reduce swelling.

For an added boost, use chilled tea bags. Black tea contains caffeine that helps narrow blood veins, and green tea possesses powerful antioxidants that soothe under-eye bags. Steep two black or green tea bags in hot water and refrigerate overnight. In the morning, let the excess liquid drain off the tea bags and gently place each tea bag over closed eyes. Leave on for five minutes.

Another age-old remedy is to cover closed tired, puffy eyes with sliced, chilled cucumbers. Cucumbers contain antioxidants and flavonoids that are said to reduce swelling, redness and irritation. They contain caffeic acid, which constricts dilated blood vessels, thus reducing the appearance of the puffiness around the eyes. Try leaving 'em on your lids for 10 to 15 minutes.

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