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How to Get Rid of Puffy Eyes

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A cool tea bag eases puffiness in eyes.

Puffy eyes are caused by temporary fluid retention, but this can be easily fixed. While often referred to as the same problem, baggy eyes are a different problem than puffy eyes and require different treatments. Puffy eyes can be caused by allergies, crying, stress or a lack of sleep. A diet that is high in salt or alcohol is also a cause of puffy eyes. By recognizing the causes of puffy eyes, you will not only be able to get rid of them, but prevent the problem as well. Does this Spark an idea?

Things You'll Need

  • Water
  • Tea kettle
  • 2 chamomile tea bags
  • Mug
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Instructions

  1. Cure

    • 1

      Boil water in a teakettle.

    • 2

      Place two chamomile tea bags in a mug and pour the hot water over the tea mugs.

    • 3

      Let the tea bags sit in the water for two minutes so the tea leaves are fully soaked.

    • 4

      Remove the tea bags from the water and let cool.

    • 5

      Place a tea bag on each eye. The chamomile is soothing and will decrease the puffiness in your eyes.

    Prevention

    • 6

      Drink at least eight glasses of water a day. While water retention is a cause of puffy eyes, too little water allows sodium to also cause puffy eyes. Balance is important.

    • 7

      Limit sodium and alcohol intake. Try using spices and herbs to flavor food instead of salt.

    • 8

      Try to get eight hours of sleep a night. Getting too little sleep can be a factor in puffy eyes.

Tips & Warnings

  • If you don't have time to brew and cool tea bags, use a bag of frozen corn or peas on your eyes for a couple minutes.

  • Stay away from moisturizing creams with a high water content if you have puffy eyes. The water can be retained under your eyes and add to the puffiness.

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References

  • "Beautifeye: State-of-the-Art Methods to Enhance and Rejuvenate the Eyes, Brow & Face"; Stephen Bosniak et al.; 2006
  • "Fast Beauty: 1,000 Quick Fixes"; Rona Berg; 2005
  • "The Beauty Bible"; Sarah Stacey et al; 1997
  • "World's Best Kept Beauty Secrets: What Really Works In Beauty, Diet & Fashion"; Diane Irons; 2005

Resources

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Comments

  • JackLTrades Mar 26, 2009
    Eye have been cursed with puffy eyes all of my life.
  • gahazeleyes Mar 25, 2009
    Thank you. Very good information.
  • brujomayor Mar 01, 2009
    very interestin I will try it

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