If your under-eye bags are so big that even Quasimodo will be proud to own them, then it is time to learn how to get rid of the saggy, droopy and baggy skin. Not only are these bags unsightly on anybody’s face but, worse, these make you look older than your years and that is simply unacceptable. Just remember though that under-eye bags can also be caused by sleep deprivation, poor nutrition, water retention and allergies so be careful that you address these concerns first.
- Although placing cold compress on your eyes for 10-15 minutes at least two times a day will only produce temporary results for a few hours at most, it does help the skin under the eyes cope with the stress of aging. You will benefit in the long run in that your under-eye bags will be noticeably smaller. You can use cold cucumber slices, potato slice or gel packs on the eyes since these items can hold cold temperatures longer than, say, small towels, not to mention that you will not have to deal with water dripping down the sides of your face.
- Or you may also use chilled or frozen green tea bags. Just like the aforementioned cucumber or potato slices, the relief may only be temporary but the long-term effects can be beneficial by way of smaller bags. What makes green tea work? You can chalk it up to the presence of an anti-inflammatory agent known as EGCG, which is also an antioxidant polyphenol useful against aging.
- As previously mentioned, water retention is also a cause for under-eye bags that, fortunately, can be remedied by a few simple lifestyle changes. The good news is that these lifestyle changes will also make for better health, thus, enhanced beauty can be yours, too. You have to lessen sodium or salt intake from your foods, drink more than 8 glasses of water daily (surprisingly, dehydration leads to water retention), avoid diuretics, coffee and alcohol, eat a healthy diet and get moderate amounts of exercise coupled with adequate rest.
- Now, if your water retention problems are due to post-menstrual syndrome, you should follow the aforementioned lifestyle changes with a few additions. Your best bet is to take Pamprin, which helps by lessening bloating within the body and, hence, swelling under the eyes.
- If these home remedies still do not satisfy your goal of removing under-eye bags quickly sans surgery, then you should consider cosmetic fillers. Your under-eye bags should be gone for six months to one year although it can be stretched longer with the proper care. Your cosmetologist will usually inject cosmetic fillers like Restylane along with either collagen or Botox under your eye bags. Recovery and results can be seen relatively quickly.
- For a permanent solution to under-eye bags, go for surgery usually a blepharoplasty – that’s eye lift for the layman. Basically, the fat in the under-eye bag is melted, a minor tuck is performed and laser is applied for a smooth finish. Expectedly, surgery may require bags of money that can be pocketed inside your under-eye bags but the results are definitely worth digging deep into your savings.
