Have you ever woken up in the morning with tired, puffy eyes that make you look like a different person? Well, if yes, you should know that you are not the only one. Often times people wake up with puffy eyes because excessive amounts of fluid have accumulated around the skin tissue which is why it makes the eyes look puffy, but this is just one reason. The worst part about puffy eyes is that most of the time, they are accompanied by redness, irritations, dark circles, or under eye bags. The reason why this is worse is that they make the puffiness even more prominent.
Luckily, there are natural remedies that can eliminate the puffiness around your eyes.
The quick fix
Drinking lots and lots of water in the morning can soothe the puffiness around your eyes. The reason for the puffiness is because there was not enough water reaching the eyes due to the high levels of salt that had been consumed. Drinking water will give you a quick fix to this issue.
Remedies
1. Egg whites
Egg whites are known to have skin-tightening properties that help eliminate puffy eyes and bags while preventing wrinkles or fine lines.
You will need to take two eggs and separate the yolks from them. Place them in a bowl and whisk them until they have become stiff. Add a few drops of witch hazel (this has skin-lightening properties as well) and start applying it under your eyes with a brush. Let the mixture dry (this takes 15 minutes) and repeat it daily.
2. Tea bags
Whether you are using black tea bags or green tea bags, you should know they have the ability to soothe puffy eyes. The anti-irritant properties of tea bags can make the swelling lessen. Moreover, they relieve inflammation and redness.
You will need to place 2 used tea bags in the fridge for 30 minutes. Lie down and place the tea bags on your closed lids. Let them stay for 10 to 20 minutes. For best results, you will need to repeat is daily.
3. Potatoes
Potatoes have the ability to effectively get rid of puffiness around the eyes and dark circles. The starch in potatoes has anti-inflammatory properties that can make the under eye bags lighter.
You will need to peel, wash, and dry a large potato. Grate it, put the shaving on a light, clean cloth, and tie it up. Place the cloth on your closed eyelids for 7-10 minutes. Repeat this step as many times as needed until the puffiness begins to reduce.
4. Cucumbers
Cold cucumber slices are the best remedy for puffy eyes. The astringent properties and enzymes present in cucumbers make them reduce inflammation and make the skin tighter, therefore, this remedy will be effective in getting rid of dark circles and wrinkles around the eye area.
You will need to cut thick slices of cucumber and place them in the fridge so they are chilled. Then, place the cold slices on your eyelids until they become warm. For best results, you will need to repeat this step a couple of times throughout the day.
While doing all these remedies, make sure your water intake is high. With lots of water in your system, your overall health will be much better as well.
