Bags under eyes, puffiness and swelling, can be a major problem for some people and the solution may not always be as simple as getting more sleep. Because the skin in this area tends to be thinner anyway, fat deposits and water retention are much more noticeable, particularly when accompanied by darkness around the eyes.
Fortunately there are a number of solutions available for those suffering from bags under the eyes, which range from the natural, such as using home-based remedies like cucumber slices, cold tea bags etc, to the cosmetic, like eye creams and make-up, right through to the more extreme step of surgery.
Before undertaking any treatment for bags under eyes, it is important to identify exactly what is responsible for the problem in the first place. Too much salt in the diet can often cause fluid retention in the eye area, the simple solution being to reduce one's sodium intake. Some people find it useful to sleep slightly propped up in bed, allowing for easier fluid drainage. If the problem is more severe, it is worth consulting with a doctor, in order to ensure the bags under the eyes are not caused by illness, in particular kidney and thyroid disease, or allergies.
If bags under eyes are not caused by any of the above factors, a topical cream may be a good choice. When looking for an eye cream to solve this problem, it is very important to ensure that it is specifically to treat puffiness, as a wrinkle treatment may in fact 'plump' the skin, causing further swelling. Creams will often contain a tightening agent such as witch hazel, a number of peptides and sometimes a moisturizer and anti-oxidant like co-enzyme Q10.
A cream that treats bags under eyes, when used in conjunction with a good concealing make-up, may often be good enough to be able to avoid resorting to costly and sometimes risky surgery.
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