Content

• Steps
• Method 1 of 3: Quick Fix
• Method 2 of 3: Long-term strategies
• Method 3 of 3: Cosmetic solutions
• Tips
• Warnings

Are you suffering from bags under the eyes or circles? Bags under the eyes are a natural aging effect, but they can also be caused by lack of sleep, allergies, and water retention habits. Bags under the eyes are a cosmetic problem when a person looks tired or aged.Learn how to quickly reduce bags under the eyes, as well as long-term strategies and cosmetic solutions.

Steps

Method 1 of 3: Quick Fix

1. 1 Drink plenty of water. Bags under the eyes are often caused by water retention due to the high concentration of salt in this area. You may wake up with bags under your eyes after salty food or crying. In both cases, the salt attracts water to the face and it collects under the eyes.
   • Flush out excess salt from the body by drinking plenty of water. Avoid salty foods for the rest of the day.
   • Avoid drinking dehydrating drinks like coffee and alcohol.
2. 2 Soothe your eyes with something cool. You've probably heard that applying cucumber slices to your eyes helps to get rid of the bags, but in fact, the cool temperature does all the work. Cucumbers are the right shape, texture, and size for treating bags under the eyes, so slice the cucumber and remember to refrigerate it first.
   • If you don't have a cucumber, moisten a few tea bags and chill them in the freezer before placing them on your eyes. Use a soothing tea like chamomile or peppermint to reap the benefits of aromatherapy.
3. 3 Apply concealer. Masking bags under the eyes and circles with cosmetics is the fastest and most effective solution. The right makeup can not only hide bags under your eyes, but also give your face a fresh look for the whole day. Follow these steps to hide bags under your eyes with makeup:
   • Choose a concealer that matches your skin tone. If the bags under the eyes are dark, you can use a concealer a shade lighter. Apply it gently and do not rub it into your skin. Makeup will be more effective if left on the surface of the skin.
   • Apply a compact powder to your concealer to keep it in place all day. Use a matte powder (no shimmer) and a blush brush to apply a small amount of the powder under the eyes.
4. 4 Use tea bags. The tannin contained in them helps to eliminate bags under the gases.
   • Boil water and dip the tea bags into it.
   • Move them back and forth until the bags are completely wet.
   • Remove them from the water and transfer to a plate to cool. If you want, you can cover your face, nose, and eyes with a tissue or facial swabs.
   • Lie down comfortably. Place the tea bags over your eyes. Hold them with your fingers and lie down for a few minutes.
   • Once the bags have cooled, remove them. Your eyes should be less puffy.

Method 2 of 3: Long-term strategies

1. 1 Treat allergies. Bags under the eyes are often the result of allergies that inflame the face. Because the skin around your eyes is thinner than the rest of the skin on your body, fluid tends to accumulate there and collect in bags.
   • Use allergy medications to treat hay fever and other seasonal allergies. Try an over-the-counter product or see your doctor for help.
   • Try to avoid allergens such as flowers, dust, or animals. Vacuum your home thoroughly and wash your laundry often.
2. 2 Change your sleeping position. People sleeping on their stomach are more likely to wake up with bags under their eyes, as in this position, fluid accumulates there during the night. Those who sleep on their side may notice that there is a larger bag under the eye on one side than on the other.
   • Try to gradually sleep more on your back than on your stomach or side. Changing your sleeping position is not easy, so you may have a little difficulty in the beginning.
   • If you sleep on your back, try placing a second pillow under your head. With a slight rise, fluid will not accumulate under the eyes.
3. 3 Treat your face gently. Since the skin on the face, especially under the eyes, is thin and delicate, it can be easily damaged and weakened, leading to even large bags under the eyes.Follow these guidelines for better eye care:
   • Don't go to bed with makeup. The chemicals in cosmetics can irritate the eyes at night. Washing your face before bed is an important part of facial hygiene.
   • Wash and dry yourself gently. Rubbing your face too much when washing your face can weaken the skin around your eyes. Use a good eye makeup remover, then splash water on your face several times and pat dry with a soft towel.
   • Moisturize your face every night. This will help the skin retain its elasticity and strength. Apply a moisturizing face lotion or oil every night before bed.
   • Use sunscreen every day. The sun's rays can thin the skin around the eyes and make it even more fragile. Protect the skin around your eyes every day, even in winter.
4. 4 Change your food preferences. A salty dinner and a couple of cocktails are fine occasionally, but if you get into the habit of it, it will affect bags under your eyes in the long run. Years of water retention in facial tissues can lead to permanent bags under the eyes. To prevent this from happening, take the following measures:
   • Reduce your daily cooking salt intake. Reduce the amount of salt by half or not add it at all, and you will be surprised how delicious food can be without adding a lot of salt. Try cutting back on salt in your baked goods and avoiding salt at all during dinner, as your body won't have enough time to balance everything before bed.
   • Drink less alcohol. Drinking alcohol causes water retention, therefore, the less you drink, the less bags under your eyes the next day. On the days when you drink alcohol, drink it with an equal amount of water. Try to stop drinking as early as possible, rather than drinking your last alcoholic beverage right before bed.

Method 3 of 3: Cosmetic solutions

1. 1 Fillers. The bags or circles caused by aging cannot be corrected by lifestyle changes, but a hyaluronic filler can improve the appearance of the under-eye area. A filler is injected under the eyes to rejuvenate the contours of the eye socket.
   • This procedure can be dangerous if not performed by a professional. Gather information before deciding on such a step.
   • Fillers usually cost several thousand rubles and can cause negative side effects such as bruising and swelling.
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   Skin care professional Alicia Ramos is a licensed beautician and owner of the Smoothe Denver beauty center in Denver, Colorado. She received a license from the School of Herbal and Medical Cosmetology, where she received training in working with eyelashes, dermaplaning, wax depilation, microdermabrasion and chemical peeling. Provides skin care solutions to hundreds of clients.

   Alicia ramos
   Skin care professional

   Did you know? Some people have a genetic predisposition for dark circles under the eyes. However, if you notice that they have appeared unexpectedly, they may indicate a disease, and you should see a doctor.

2. 2 Surgical intervention. As we age, fat deposits move off the eyeballs and build up under the eyes, leading to bags. Blepharoplasty is the process of removing or repositioning fat that has accumulated, followed by laser treatment of the area to tighten the skin.
   • Blepharoplasty costs from 65,000 to 165,000 rubles.
   • The recovery period can last for several weeks.

Tips

• Place 2 spoons (not plastic) in the freezer for 15 minutes. Take them out and place the convex side to your eyes. Close your eyes. Leave the spoons on your eyes until they warm up.
• Get more sleep and less stress! Stop watching late-night broadcasts or playing games on your iPad late into the night.If you stick to this regime for at least a week, you will immediately notice the difference.
• Don't drink a lot of water before bed, fluid builds up during sleep.
• Place the ice cubes wrapped in a towel over your eyes.

Warnings

• If large bags or dark circles occur for no apparent reason, it could be due to a medical condition. See your doctor if the above tips don't help.