Natural and Surgical Solutions for Bags Under The Eyes

How To Fix Swollen Eyes

Well if you want some great homemade tips on how to fix puffy eyes - and cosmetic surgery options - keep reading............

It’s amazing how different someone looks -- no matter how beautiful they are -- when they have bags, dark circles, or puffy swollen eyes.

And this problem can affect young and old alike. I know first hand as I have suffered from puffy eyes since high school........so it's not just an age issue.

Besides making us look old and tired, puffy, swollen eyes could also be an indication of a variety of health issues.

What Causes Bags Under Eyes

This puffy look also gives the appearance of dark circles – when it's usually just the shadow cast by the bulge. Usually these eye bags are worse in the morning and dissipate a bit as the day goes on.

Other causes of puffy eyes are:

Eye disorders - Including blephartits, chronic blephartits, and conjunctivitis can also cause puffy eyes. The use of certain medications such as those containing cortisone is also another factor.

Eye Infection - Or injury can cause bags under the eyes. I had a very serious eye infection when I was 6 years old. Now if I miss a few hours sleep, eat too much salt, or have an extra glass of wine - it is noticeably puffy the next day.

After meeting with several plastic surgeons, I was told there is not much that can be done as this is simple fluid collection.

Medical Conditions/Medications - Allergies, thyroid disorders, heart disease, kidney disorders, hormonal imbalances are possible causes for fluid retention and therefore can cause serious bags under eyes.

Lack of Sleep - Bags under the eyes and lack of sleep......not much can be said here except -- get some sleep!

Alcohol and Tobacco - Obviously, if this the cause for bags under eyes……………..there is not much to say except – Quit.

A Must Have Solution For Bags Under The Eyes

• Eye Drops - When you're eyes are cloudy or red, you'll look even more tired. Place a drop or two of Visine to get the red out.
• Bright Concealer - Put a tiny dot of a bright (not white) concealer on the inner corner of each eye and on the very top middle of the upper eye lid...as close to the lash line as possible. This will make the eyes appear wide and draw the focal point to the top of your eyes and away from the puffiness below.
• No Eyeliner - If you normally use an dark eyeliner - on the days the puffiness is really bad, only line the upper lids. Or apply a dark shadow to the upper lids only. This will not only make the eyes look wider and more awake, but will hide any puffiness you might have on the upper part of the eye.
• Reduce Shine and Hydrate - The more shiny the skin around you eyes are, the more noticeable the bags are. But keeping the area hydrated makes wrinkles less noticeable. I use a creamy dermal filler. This product not only hydrates and fill-in fine lines, but adds light reflective particles with comfortable matte finish - so it sort of "hides the bags and other imperfections".
• Reduce Inflammation - Try an anti-inflammatory lipopeptide gel at night and/or in the morning to help decongest and reduce puffiness. Combine this with a massage by applying the fluid reducing eye serum above and under the eyes - and around the orbital bone.

  Lightly massage by tapping your fingers around the whole eye area...starting from the outer corner of your eye - moving in toward the inner corner and then around the upper lid and back to the outer corner.

  Do this several times in a fast light motion - making little circles all around the eye. This will help reduce the fluid build-up, dark circles, and increase circulation and blood flow.

Looking for a Quick Temporary Fix for Puffy Eyes? Try this Instant Eye Tuck Serum for swollen baggy eyes.

Bags Under The Eyes - What Else Can You Do?

If you’ve had bags under the eyes all your life and your family members have them too, it could be hereditary --and as you age, it becomes more prominent.

You can try following the examples listed above in the fluid retention section – this can help a little bit. But if the problem is due to excess fatty tissue, only surgery can help.

There is an improved eye-lift procedure that is less invasive and reduces the chances of scaring and bruising - it's called Transconjunctival Lower Blepharoplasty. This is for the lower lid only. Here is how it works:

• An incision is made on the inside of the lower lid
• The excess fat is removed
• The incision is then closed with sutures that are self-dissolving

This procedure is completed in a few hours and there is not much pain except for a tight sensation around the eye area. Most people are able to go back to work in a few days – but you still have to be careful and avoid strenuous activity, too much reading, wearing contacts…..

The idea candidate is someone in good physical condition i.e. no known ophthalmic conditions, high blood pressure, heart disease, hypothyroidism or any other thyroid condition.

Finding a Doctor

If your interested in this procedure make sure you find the right doctor with the right training. Visit How To Find A Doctor for more information.

Additional Reading For Bags Under The Eyes

Dark Circles Under Eyes? - Some people like to use natural remedies to reduce dark circles, decongest the eye area, and improve lymphatic drainage..Click on the book to learn more....