The best methods for eliminating puffiness and bags under the eyes

Bags under the eyes are the No. 1 problem for many women. It is no coincidence that we all want to get rid of them, because they give the face a tired, aging look .

Today on the women's website sympaty.net we will look into:

• What is the cause of bags under the eyes?
• How to remove bags under the eyes with the help of cosmetics, exercises, salon treatments and blepharoplasty?
• And also - how to prevent the appearance of bags under the eyes if you (pah-pah-pah!) don’t have them?

So, let's start getting rid of bags under the eyes!!!

Bags under the eyes - what is the reason?

We all know what causes bags under the eyes - lack of sleep, fatigue, smoking, too much alcohol the night before, general swelling . Many diseases are reflected in the eyes - diseased kidneys, liver, heart and even gynecological problems appear in the form of bags under the eyes.

So what exactly are these bags? The answer is simple - it's... fluid that accumulates under the skin , and it accumulates because the adjacent tissues have weakened and sagged. It is no coincidence that bags under the eyes are a problem for middle-aged women, while young beauties almost never suffer from them.

The bags can also be caused by subcutaneous fat - the face gets fat just like the rest of the body. There is so much fat that it is no longer held by weak muscles and begins to protrude, forming so-called hernias .

Sometimes bags under the eyes are an anatomical feature of a person , and no cosmetic tricks will help here, except blepharoplasty.

Therapy rules

To achieve the desired effect, be sure to adhere to the following rules:

• Before the procedure, thoroughly cleanse your facial skin. To do this, use gel for washing, tonics, lotions. That is, those hygiene products that you use constantly.
• The skin should be dry.
• Be sure to stay positive, relax and think about something pleasant.
• When wiping your face, the area under your eyes should be blotted with a soft towel, but under no circumstances should you rub it.
• After the procedure, rinse the skin with warm water that does not contain chlorine.
• Carry out sessions regularly - you cannot skip procedures.
• After applying the product to your face, take a lying position and relax.

Patient reviews

On the forums there are mostly positive reviews after thread lifting.

The user describes the procedure, the recovery period, and a good result.

The user writes about the importance of choosing a doctor and material, and wonders whether it is possible to leave the bandage for recovery overnight.

Medicines for external use

To get rid of bags under the eyes, not only cosmetic procedures are used, but also medications. Moreover, those that do not have a direct purpose, but are used for other purposes.

The best external ointments and gels :

• Troxevasin. Typically used in the treatment of varicose veins, that is, when there are problems with the circulatory system. There are a large number of capillaries in the area under the eyes. If the walls of blood vessels are weakened, the skin becomes swollen, and the gel is intended to strengthen the capillaries. Apply the product 1-2 times a day. The gel is not rubbed in, but rather “drilled” into the skin with your fingertips.
• Heparin ointment. As in the previous case, the ointment is used for hemorrhoids and varicose veins and is aimed at accelerating the blood circulation process and eliminating swelling. To combat bags, do this: squeeze out a little product, add micellar water, apply the mixture to the skin. The procedure is carried out 2-3 times a day.
• Enterosgel. It is an enterosorbent, which has recently begun to be used in cosmetology. The paste is used in combination with other components. You can add chamomile decoction, sour cream, and an express mask. Apply once daily. The effect comes quickly.
• Lyoton in the form of a gel. Restores lymph outflow, strengthens capillary walls, and therefore relieves swelling. Use for a week, apply to the skin for 15-20 minutes.
• Oxolinic and tetracycline ointment. The products are applied to the lower eyelids. Keep for 10-15 minutes. Additionally, the drugs destroy bacteria that may cause swelling.
• Antihistamines Zodak, Fenistil, Suprastin, Visin. These are antiallergic drugs that are used if the bags are formed as a result of an allergic reaction. The products are sold in different forms, but ointment is used to combat swelling.
• Proctonis in ointment form. The main purpose is the treatment of hemorrhoids. It is used identically to the previous medication.

Other means:

1. Acetylsalicylic acid. Neutralizes not only bags, but also black circles. Grind a couple of tablets to a powder, dilute with water. You should get a thick paste that is applied to the problem area. Keep for 15-20 minutes, apply once a week.
2. Actovegin tablets. Make and apply the mask in the same way as with Aspirin. But in this case, various side effects are possible, so you need to consult a doctor.
3. Patch. Today, special patches for bags under the eyes are sold. They are produced by a variety of pharmaceutical manufacturers, and therefore their prices vary. The element is applied for 12-15 minutes twice a week (no more often).

Use medications with extreme caution during pregnancy and lactation. Before first use, test for an allergic reaction - apply a little product to a thin area of ​​the skin on your hands, wait 15 minutes. If there is no redness or itching, feel free to use it on your face.

Opinion of cosmetologists

Many cosmetologists consider bioreinforcement a breakthrough in the field of aesthetic medicine. The possibility of atraumatic, quick and fairly long-term rejuvenation attracts a huge number of people.

Professionals urge you to take the procedure responsibly, not to resort to it without sufficient indications, and to contact only trusted specialists.

Taking diuretics

Diuretics (diuretics) must be taken orally when the body is swollen (accordingly, in this case the lower eyelids also swell). This condition occurs after a stormy evening with drinking alcoholic beverages, with various diseases and excessive consumption of any liquid before bed (tea, coffee, water, compote, etc.).

What medications are needed:

• Furosemide.
• Lasix.
• Triamterene.
• Veroshpiron.
• Diacarb.
• Oxodolin.
• Amiloride.

Lifestyle correction

If bags under the eyes form frequently, but no serious pathological abnormalities are found in the body, the only way out is lifestyle correction. What needs to be changed:

1. Give up all bad habits - smoking, alcohol. The fact is that the substances contained in these products have a negative (poisonous) effect on the body, which results in swelling.
2. Swelling appears due to lack of sleep and chronic fatigue. Therefore, it is important to get at least 7-8 hours of sleep a day. Do not neglect rest and overstress the body with physical activity.
3. Do not consume a lot of salt, as it delays the removal of fluid from the body.
4. Be sure to remove makeup every evening, as the thin, sensitive skin in the eye area needs to rest fully. Use cosmetic creams and soft hygiene products.
5. Avoid stressful situations, because nervous tension affects the skin.
6. Play sports, move more, walk outside more often. This helps saturate cells and tissues with oxygen, which accelerates blood supply and fills the body with nutrients.
7. If you use contact lenses, be sure to follow the instructions for using them. Apply moisturizing drops to your eyes.

Healing period

After a vertical lift, edema and swelling of the periorbital area may be observed in the first days. There may be discomfort and even painful sensitivity. All symptoms go away on their own, the main thing is to follow the doctor’s recommendations.

Recovery period:

• Hygiene procedures for the first 5 days are carried out using an antiseptic and sterile wipes, after which the skin is treated with Panthenol, Bepanten to speed up healing;
• You should avoid decorative and caring cosmetics for a week, you should not touch your eyes with your hands, and if possible, protect from contact with any surfaces;
• eat and drink only warm food and drinks;
• for 2 weeks, sleep on your back, on a high pillow, it is important to keep the pillowcase clean, changing it daily;
• You should limit your exposure to the open sun, you should not visit the sauna, swimming pool, solarium, beach, you should use sunglasses for the first weeks;
• It is not recommended to drink alcohol; smoking should also be avoided during the healing period;
• limit physical activity, sports, postpone hardware procedures, facial massage.

Special exercises

Exercises allow you to strengthen facial muscles, so that the skin does not stretch, and the structure of the epidermis improves. Accordingly, bags do not form. But you need to do exercises regularly. There is a simple complex for this that takes only a few minutes a day:

• Close your eyes sharply and tightly, then open them just as suddenly (do 10-12 times);
• turn the eye sockets in different directions and in a circle, but the head should remain motionless (time - 1-2 minutes);
• stand straight, stretch your arms forward, look at any point located at a distance of 3 meters, then look sharply at your fingers (number of repetitions - 10 times);
• Make frequent blinking movements for 10-15 seconds (repeat 5-6 times).

The best time to practice is in the morning. If desired, you can repeat the exercises up to 6 times a day.

Traditional methods

Traditional medicine is also actively used, since they contain components mainly of natural origin. This means that the body additionally receives the required amount of vitamins, minerals and other beneficial substances. The only contraindication is individual intolerance to one or another ingredient.

Compresses

When applying compresses under the eyes, use the mixture in strict accordance with the recipe. They must be kept for 5-10 minutes, after which a hygienic procedure must be carried out. What you can do to quickly get rid of swelling:

1. Hot compress. Soak a cotton pad in boiling water, squeeze out the water, let cool slightly (so as not to burn the epidermis). Apply to eyelids.
2. The lotion is cold. Cool the water in the freezer and soak a piece of cloth in it. Apply to the skin in a wrung-out form.
3. Black or green tea. For a glass of boiling water you will need 2-3 teaspoons of the component. Pour water, cover with a lid, let stand for 5-10 minutes. Moisten the disc in the tea leaves and then apply it to the skin. You can keep it for up to 20 minutes. If it is not possible to brew loose tea, use bags (you need 2-4 pieces per glass of boiling water).

Ointments

The following ointments can be prepared at home:

• Warm up some natural honey in a water bath, but so that it is not hot. Apply to skin, keep for 15-20 minutes. It is permissible to do the procedure every other day.
• Cut 1 leaf from the aloe and leave in the refrigerator for 4-5 days. After this, peel off the skin and grind the pulp until smooth. Add a little olive oil or Vaseline. Lubricate the skin with ointment once a day.

Masks

Masks can be made from a wide variety of products that are rich in nutrients. We bring to your attention the best recipes from bags:

• Peel and finely grate raw potatoes. Place it on the skin and hold for at least 20 minutes. You can also place the potato mixture on a gauze cloth in one layer and apply it to your eyelids. Frequency of use – daily, course duration – 7-10 days.
• Fresh cucumber is used in a similar way. But in this case, it is recommended to use homemade vegetables that do not contain pesticides and other harmful substances. Leave the mask on the skin for 25-30 minutes.
• Sour cream with high fat content perfectly relieves swelling. It is simply applied to the lower eyelids and left for half an hour.
• Fresh strawberries help with bags. For the mask, rub it and apply it to the skin. Keep for 10-15 minutes. The procedure is carried out 2-3 times a week with breaks.
• Separate 1 tbsp. l. oatmeal, heat the milk without bringing to a boil. Combine the ingredients and let sit for 5 minutes to allow the flakes to swell. You should get a thick mass. Apply to the area around the eyes for 15-25 minutes. You can make 2-3 masks in a week.
• Separate the chicken protein, then add 1 tbsp. l. honey. Mix and distribute evenly over the problem area. Keep it for 15-20 minutes. Repeat the procedure every 2 days.

Other means

Express remedy – ice cubes. Freeze micellar or purified water in advance. Apply it around your eyes. This will give elasticity to the epidermis, restore metabolic processes, and strengthen capillaries. But there is one contraindication - it cannot be used if you have spider veins.

The bags are removed using different oils - linseed, olive. Essential products used include grape, almond and apricot oil. The product is applied to the eyelids using massaging movements. Leave for 3-10 minutes. Duration – 10-12 days daily.

Salon treatments and massages

If you want to get rid of bags with the help of professionals, you can contact a beauty salon. What will they offer you:

• Electrical stimulation neutralizes excess fluid. When exposed, low-frequency currents are used.
• Mesotherapy. A subcutaneous injection is performed. The injected substance stimulates the formation of collagen cells.
• Darsonvalization. Alternating current is used using the Darsonval apparatus. You can purchase the device in a store and carry out the procedures yourself.
• Overlaying masks with different components. Seaweed is especially popular.
• Ultrasonic peeling. The impact is carried out by ultrasonic waves.

In particularly advanced cases, surgical intervention is used. The methods are quite safe and fast. The effect lasts for a long time. What is prescribed:

1. The classic method involves cutting the skin and removing excess fluid and fat.
2. Oral blepharoplasty. During the operation, fatty tissue is displaced into the bag.
3. Seamless transconjunctival blepharoplasty. The doctor makes an incision in the mucous membrane of the conjunctiva.
4. Laser surgery. The surgeon makes an incision and solders the vessels.

What procedures are carried out independently?

To carry out cosmetic procedures at home to remove bags, various creams, serums, etc. are produced. The products must contain the following components:

• collagen substance;
• caffeine;
• hyaluronic acid;
• vitamin E;
• seaweed;
• extracts of medicinal plants – horse chestnut, edelweiss, sage, parsley, horsetail.

There are products on sale from various manufacturers. Each has its own pros and cons, but choosing a specific type must be done on an individual level. It depends on the cause of the bags and the structure of the epidermis.

Massage

Types of massages:

1. Lymphatic drainage massage. It is aimed at stimulating the outflow of lymphatic fluid, thereby removing swelling and improving the structure of the epidermis. The number of sessions is no more than 6. Lymphatic drainage is a special type of massage, performed manually or using a device. A combination of products for rejuvenating and nourishing the skin is a must.
2. You can do the following manipulations at home:
   moisturize the skin with oil;
3. make light rubbing movements;
4. tap with your fingertips in the direction from the outer corners to the inner ones and vice versa;
5. do a kneading massage in a circle;
6. slightly stretch the skin horizontally;
7. pinch intensely;
8. stroke around the eyes;
9. wash with cold and hot water (contrast shower for eyelids).
10. Massage with spoons. Can be used in any age category. What to do:
    cool teaspoons (4 pieces) in the freezer;
11. close eyes;
12. apply one spoon to each lower eyelid;
13. hold until the metal heats up;
14. when the elements become warm, replace them with two spoons from the refrigerator.
15. Massage with jade stone. They are driven around the problem area, after warming up. You can master the technique by visiting a specialist once.

Price

Average cost of procedures:

Diet correction

The condition of the skin depends on your diet, so to prevent the formation of bags, you must consume the following foods:

• low-fat fermented milk products;
• vegetables and fruits;
• chicken meat;
• veal, beef;
• fish;
• eggs;
• oatmeal, buckwheat;
• diuretic fruits - watermelon, apple, orange.

Salty, fatty, smoked, spicy and fried foods are strictly prohibited.

Knowing how to properly remove bags under your eyes will help you look great every time. But keep in mind that their constant appearance may indicate the presence of pathology. Therefore, be sure to visit a therapist who will conduct a preliminary examination and refer you to a highly specialized doctor depending on the suspected cause.