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How do I get rid of puffy eyes?


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May 23, 2008

Puffy Eyes Have Many Causes

There is no single cause of puffy eyes. So, the treatment depends on the etiology.

  1. Fluid collection (edema): This can be due to fluid overload, medical conditions causing water retention, inflammation from allergy or after surgery, poor lymphatic drainage, among others. The best treatment is to treat the underlying cause (avoid excess salt, sleep with head elevated, gentle massage, warm compresses, allergy medication).
  2. Bulging fat: This may be an aging change and can be corrected most effectively with blepharoplasty.
  3. Infraorbital hollowing: A relative lack of fat under the lower eyelids can create the illusion of puffy eyes. Fillers and fat repositioning work well in this case.

A consultation with an oculofacial plastic surgeon, facial plastic surgeon, plastic surgeon, or dermatologist can be very helpful.

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December 7, 2007

Use cooling gel to soothe puffy eyes

If you have been burning the candle at both ends, the Moor Spa Soothing Eye Gel is a great way to reduce those dark circles and puffy eyes. This cooling gel soothes the skin while balancing and maintaining moisture levels to soften and tone. When used regularly, it can help to reduce the visible signs of aging.

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July 30, 2007

Go easy on the eye cream to avoid puffy eyes

Julia Howard
Julia Howard
Answer by Julia Howard

If you use an eye cream but still get puffy eyes, remember: less is more! Over saturation of the product causes puffiness.

You only need the size of a grain of rice when applying your eye cream. Then, dot along the bone line (lower eye to crow’s feet) and don't pull or rub this delicate area.

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June 22, 2007

Puffy eyes can be minimized with makeup

For eye puffiness, it's all about shadowing.

  • Use a soft chestnut or warm brown shadow and cover the lid to the crease to minimize puffiness.
  • Then follow with a dark eye liner on the top lashes. This will bring attention to the white of the eye which will make the puffiness seem less severe.

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