Homemade mask for puffiness under the eyes and eyelids

Causes

First of all, swelling and dark circles are the result of inevitable natural processes: during sleep we do not blink, do not grimace, muscles do not contract, blood and lymph movements slow down.

Swelling is especially likely if you have a habit of drinking alcohol before bed: it binds water and retains it in the tissues.

Like all muscles in our body, the orbicularis oculi muscle is susceptible to atrophy and fatigue. Accordingly, its ability to contract decreases. In addition, the connective tissue that permeates the subcutaneous fatty tissue in the eye area weakens and seems to sag. It (the tissue) ceases to support the already thin subcutaneous fat tissue, and it seems to “flow” down, further disrupting the process of fluid evacuation and venous outflow.

Therapy for a number of diseases

Treatment differs for different diseases.

For barley

Barley is an infectious disease, so the basis of treatment is antibacterial drugs in the form of eye drops (Tobrex, Tsiprolet, Levomycetin, Albucid) and ointments (Tetracycline, Erythromycin). The prescription of anti-inflammatory drugs (Hydrocortisone ointment) is justified. Drops are instilled into the conjunctival sac. Ointments are applied to the lower eyelid despite the location of the stye.

With multiple formations of barley or with its internal localization, it is sometimes necessary to resort to surgical intervention. The barley is opened and its cavity is subsequently drained.

After surgical treatment, systemic antibiotics are indicated orally (Amoxiclav) or intramuscularly (Ceftriaxone). Auxiliary methods such as compresses, for example, with chamomile, are used only in the initial stages of the disease before purulent contents appear.

For conjunctivitis

Treatment for viral and bacterial conjunctivitis is different.

The most effective remedy for the treatment of viral conjunctivitis is Ophthalmoferon drops. The drug has antiviral as well as antibacterial activity, which makes it possible to prevent bacterial complications. It is possible to prescribe other drugs: Poludan drops, Okoferon and Aktipol.

At night, it is recommended to put special ointments that have antiviral activity behind the eyelid: Florenal, Tebrofen, Virolex, Zovirax, Acyclovir and others. It is recommended to wash the eyes with antiseptic solutions (furacilin) several times a day before instilling drops. In this case, each eye is wiped with a separate swab.

For the treatment of bacterial conjunctivitis, broad-spectrum antibacterial drugs in the form of drops are indicated (Tobrex, Tsiprolet, Levomycetin, Floxal). At night, apply antibacterial ointments (Tetracycline, Erythromycin) behind the eyelid. Similarly, with the treatment of viral conjunctivitis, daily eye rinsing with antiseptic solutions is carried out.

Treatment of conjunctivitis should be carried out under the supervision of a doctor in compliance with the recommended dosages of drugs and the duration of their use.

For blepharoconjunctivitis

Treatment includes antibacterial and antiviral agents, depending on the etiology of the disease, and washing the eyes with antiseptic solutions.

For trachoma

Treatment includes the prescription of sulfonamide drugs (sulfadimethoxine, sulfapyridazine) and antibacterial drugs in the form of ointments (Tetracycline, Erythromycin). Ointments are applied several times a day for 2-3 months.

Conservative treatment should be combined with mechanical manipulation of the conjunctiva (squeezing out trachomatous follicles with special Bellarminov or Donberg tweezers). Complications of trachoma in the form of scar changes are treated surgically (correction of volvulus, eversion of the eyelid, corneal plastic surgery for cataracts).

For allergic swelling

The standard of treatment includes antihistamines in the form of eye drops (Lecrolin, Cromohexal, Alomide, Histimed). In more severe cases, drops and ointments containing glucocorticosteroids (hydrocortisone, dexamethasone) are prescribed.

Tablet forms of antihistamines (Claritin, Cetrin and many others) are also used. In the most difficult situations, oral and parenteral corticosteroids are recommended.

REFERENCE! If allergic swelling of the eyelids develops, the allergen should be identified and eliminated.

Body condition and swelling

If we move from local problems to general ones, the most common cause of swelling and dark circles is constipation. They lead to general intoxication of the body, the release of bile pigments (bilirubin and biliverdin) into the blood, which are deposited, in particular, in the area around the eyes.

Other known causes of edema are kidney and heart dysfunction.

It is clear that the effectiveness of the fight against dark circles and swelling depends, first of all, on correct diagnosis. If you are sure that everything is in order with the intestines, heart and kidneys, then you can solve the problem with the help of cosmetics.

How to remove puffiness under the eyes

The simplest methods for eliminating swelling under the eyes are based on the need to accelerate the outflow of lymph and narrow the local blood vessels. Any cold compress will do for this. The easiest way is to place a cotton pad soaked in clean water in the freezer for a few seconds, then apply it to your eyes. The duration of such a compress is a couple of minutes. Any product from the freezer, pre-wrapped in cotton cloth, is also suitable for quick cold.

Pharmaceutical products that have absorbable and blood-thinning properties work better. Here you can note such local preparations as troxevasin ointment, Lyoton gel, Troxerutin, as well as more expensive cosmetics - Skin Doctors Eyetuck, Lierac Dioptigel, La Rosche-Posay Hydraphase Intense Yeux. They can be purchased at pharmacies or specialized cosmetic stores or salons.

If you have the financial opportunity, you can resort to cosmetic procedures. Specialists can offer such types of manipulations as darsonvalization, electrical stimulation, mesotherapy. By the way, today you can also purchase devices for home darsonvalization. If you strictly follow the instructions, then in addition to relieving swelling, a person will notice a significant increase in skin turgor and an improvement in complexion.

Some people try to remove swelling under the eyes with diuretics. Diuretics remove water from the body, but at the same time change the concentration of its components

This is especially important, and it is the violation of salt metabolism that subsequently becomes an even greater problem, and therefore this method can only be used after the recommendation of a doctor

A good way to get rid of swelling is to massage this area. This will improve lymph flow. Massage is done only on cleansed skin. The lymphatic drainage effect can be achieved with these exercises:

On the temples you need to make 10 circular movements clockwise. It is better to carry out movements with the middle finger.
From the outer corner of the eye to the inner corner along the bottom line, you need to apply soft pressing movements with your fingers. Along the top line, such movements are carried out in the opposite direction. Repeat 3 times.
Using your fingertips, press first on the upper and then on the lower eyelid. Each movement is 10 seconds.
Using patting movements with your fingertips, draw from the bottom of the eye from the outer corner to the inner, and vice versa from above.
Wash with cold water and apply healing cream.

And of course, if this pathology is a symptom of a disease, then it must be treated. Removing swelling under the eye in this case will be useless until the impaired functioning of the system or organ is restored. If swelling is caused by prolonged lack of sleep, then it is better to correct the situation with good sleep.

How and with what to quickly remove swelling from the eyes

There are many ways to get rid of puffiness, but not all of them and not always help. It all depends on the cause of the swelling and its nature.

For example, an allergic reaction can be removed only with pharmaceutical drugs and even by calling an ambulance. But home remedies, massages, simple application of ice and other methods will help relieve morning swelling of the eyes.

One of the simplest and most effective methods to remove puffy eyes is applying cold to the affected area. Ice cubes with plain water are used, but for greater effectiveness you can freeze green or black tea, or a decoction of medicinal herbs. Wrap a piece of ice in a cloth and apply it under the eye or to the eyelid for 15 minutes, then remove the cold - its prolonged stay in such a sensitive place can lead to hypothermia of the facial skin.

A cold spoon has a similar effect and is a good alternative to ice cubes.

Traditional medicine

Folk remedies can effectively remove swelling from the eyes at home. Preparing them is not difficult, the main thing is to follow clear instructions.

All methods can be divided into 2 categories:

methods of external influence - applying compresses, masks, massages and exercises - everything that directly affects the area of edema;
methods of internal influence - ingestion of decoctions and tinctures, medications.

Let's look at all the ways to remove puffiness under the eyes in more detail.

Effective masks

The advantages of decongestant masks are that they are easy and quick to prepare. All the ingredients included in their composition are almost always available in the kitchen.

Cucumber mask. Grated cucumber applied to the area of swelling for 15-20 minutes through gauze or a bandage helps get rid of swollen eyes. Instead of cucumber, you can try strawberries, apply in the same way.
Potato mask. There are recipes for cooking with boiled and raw potatoes. Recipe No. 1: peel the boiled potatoes, mash them and add warm milk, stir, wait for the mixture to cool and apply it to closed eyes for 10 minutes, then rinse with cool water. Recipe No. 2: mix grated fresh medium-sized potatoes with milk or sour cream, adding a table. spoon of flour. Apply the resulting mushy mixture onto a cotton pad or wrap it in a napkin, apply to the eye area for a quarter of an hour, and then rinse. Instead of dairy product in the second recipe, you can add olive oil.
can combat swelling under the eyes . Cooking recipe No. 1: pour the chopped green part of parsley with not very hot water, as the medicinal properties of the herb will be lost, and infuse the decoction until it becomes jelly-like. The second recipe is based on preparing a decoction of parsley roots - take the root part and boil in a water bath for several minutes, then strain and use as a facial toner.
A mask of their starch allows you to quickly get rid of the tumor. Mix 10 g of the substance with retinol and 15 drops of sandalwood oil. After preparation, apply to the facial area for 10 minutes. The ingredients can be purchased at the pharmacy.
Pumpkin based mask. The vegetable is baked and a small part of it (15-20 g) is ground into a homogeneous porridge-like mass, 2 tablespoons of kefir and a few drops of essential oil are added. Apply to face and leave for 10 minutes, then rinse with cool water.
Camphor mask. Mix camphor oil and pork fat in proportions of 1 to 1 and apply to the area of swelling daily for 20 minutes. Before using the procedure, the product is heated to a warm state, the composition is stored in a transparent jar in the refrigerator.
Coffee mask. Dilute five grams of instant coffee in a small amount of water and cool, add 10-15 ml of yogurt and apply to the area of swelling for 20 minutes. The composition is not washed off, but is removed with a cotton pad using light, slow movements.
of sauerkraut will help relieve swelling Add a little coconut oil to its juice and apply cotton pads soaked in the product under the eyes for a third of an hour. After the time has passed, wash with cool water.
Hyaluron gel mask. Gradually pour 2 g of hyaluronic acid powder into 100 g of water and mix until a gel forms (about 15 minutes). Apply in the evening before bed to the under-eye area by patting with your fingers. Keep on your face for a third of an hour, and then rinse with cool water. The product is perishable, shelf life is no more than 10 days, storage conditions are only in the refrigerator.
Sea buckthorn mask. Sea buckthorn oil soaks cotton pads and is applied to swollen areas for half an hour. At the end of the procedure, wash your face.
Egg white. The egg white is beaten and the problem skin is coated with it. The composition is washed off only after drying.
Milk. Soak 2 cotton pads in milk and apply to your face. The procedure time is 15 minutes.
Buckwheat mask. Fry the cereal in a frying pan, then cool and grind in a blender. Add water and stir until a thick dough-like consistency is formed. Make small circles of the mixture with your hands and apply to the problem area for 15 minutes, remove the buckwheat mixture and wash with cool water. The procedure can be performed two to three times daily.

Decoctions and compresses

Tea bags, which, after preparing the tea, are cooled in the refrigerator and applied under the eyes for a quarter of an hour, will help remove swelling from the eyes. Instead of tea bags, if tea is prepared with loose herbs, you can use cotton pads soaked in tea. Tea bags are more effective and easier to use, which is why we recommend them. Tea should be green or black to choose from, but without flavorings or additives. Do 3-5 sessions per day, this is enough to relieve swelling.
Buy Vitamin E in drop form at the pharmacy, mix with chilled water, soak cotton pads and apply to eyes for 10-15 minutes.
Cucumber. Cut the vegetable circles into a thin layer, cool in the refrigerator and apply to your eyes until the cucumber warms up. The number of procedures per day is not limited to one application.
Lotions with lemon balm juice. Cotton pads are soaked in the juice of the plant and placed in the eye area for a third of an hour.
Lotions with water and salt. Dissolve half a tsp in 200 g of warm liquid. salt. Soak cotton pads or balls and place them on the site of swelling and remove after the soaked material has dried. Next, clean the treated skin with ice cubes from the inside to the outside.
Contrast compress. Alternately apply soaked cotton pads in warm and ice water for one minute.
Soak cotton pads in aloe juice and place on the swollen area for 10 minutes. Daily use 1 time.
Boil the pumpkin, cut into small cubes, apply to the swelling for a quarter of an hour. Treat the area with ice cubes.
Soak cotton pads in chilled cream with ice added. Wait until the material is well saturated and apply them to your eyes. Hold for 2-3 minutes, remove and take a break by placing the cotton pads back into the chilled cream, wait and re-place the lotions for the same time.
A compress of a combination of essential oils will help if your eyes are swollen. Take tea tree, verbena and rosemary oils. Mix equal parts and soak cotton pads or swabs with them, place around the eyelids for a quarter of an hour, and when finished, wash with cold water or wipe your eyes with ice cubes.
To avoid allergies, you should make sure that there are no allergies to these components - apply oil to your wrist - there should be no visible signs: burning, redness and itching. If they are present, the use of the product is strictly prohibited.
The folk remedy is prepared from a collection of herbs (linden, plantain, chamomile, calendula, sage, string and thyme). Brew all ingredients in equal proportions in a total amount of 50g, pre-chopped, in a glass of water. Filter the broth, soak cotton pads or swabs in it and place it on your eyes for 30 minutes. If you don’t have time for lotions, you can regularly wipe the areas near the eyes with the decoction itself throughout the day. The effect will be similar.
Cucumber-lemon compress. Squeeze one teaspoon each of cucumber and lemon juice, mix and moisten cotton pads with the mixture. Place on closed eyes for five minutes.

Diuretic drink

The diuretic has a positive effect on reducing swelling, removes excess fluid from the body and is very simple to prepare.

30 grams of birch leaves are poured into a glass of boiling water. Wait for the drink to cool to room temperature, strain through cheesecloth and drink in one go. Use no more than 2 times a day.

Medicines

Methods for getting rid of puffy eyes are not limited to folk remedies. In modern medicine, there are many different forms of drugs (tablets, ointments, gels, creams) that help urgently normalize the skin and give it its previous aesthetic appearance, and remove swollen areas of the skin.

If swelling occurs due to an excessive amount of accumulated fluid in the body, you should take diuretics (diuretics), but they can only be used after consultation with your doctor. He will tell you exactly how to relieve swelling, in what dosages to use this or that drug and for how long.

Independent choice of medication and use in incorrect dosages, especially in high doses, can lead to aggravation of the situation and disruption of other body systems.

Eye patches are becoming popular. These are moon-shaped adhesive products made from a variety of materials and impregnated with various compounds. They effectively cope with bags and dark circles under the eyes, tone the skin and help relieve swelling.

Cooling ointments will help quickly get rid of swelling. They can be easily purchased at any pharmacy without a prescription at a low price.

Warming ointments should never be used; heat provokes blood flow to the skin area, which will lead to even greater swelling of the eyes.

After 40 years, removing puffiness under the eyes is not so easy. With age, the skin loses its elastic and elastic properties, begins to sag and swells more often. You cannot do without cosmetic support and, perhaps, even without skin tightening and injections.

Let's look at the most popular pharmaceutical products that relieve swelling in the shortest possible time.

They must be applied extremely carefully; if they get into the eye, there is a risk of damage to it and deterioration of vision.

Troxevasin

The ointment has an anti-edematous effect. The main application concerns hemorrhoids and varicose veins. Apply twice a day in a thin layer with light stroking movements. Be sure to follow the dosage; if you increase it, there is a risk of getting a burn.

In more detail: Troxevasin is a remedy that quickly saves women from swelling under the eyes

Heparin ointment

Has an anti-edematous and tonic effect. Twice daily use by gently rubbing under the eyes. The ointment has a side effect - it causes peeling of the skin due to dryness, so if you have a problem with a dry face, it is better to combine the ointment with moisturizing face creams.

Curiosin

Among the beneficial properties is a regenerating effect. Improves blood circulation. The main purpose is acne on the face, but it also helps relieve swelling. Apply twice daily.

Neolid

Exclusively herbal based on natural ingredients. There are no chemical ingredients, so the product cannot harm. Two or three drops of the medicine are rubbed into the skin 2-4 times daily.

Dermahil

Medicine from a domestic manufacturer. The main effect is to relieve swelling due to the accumulation of fluid in the tissues. It can also be used 2 times a day.

Other means

Foretal ointment will remove swelling and help get rid of flaking of the skin.
Solcoseryl, when used three times a week, helps eliminate swelling and improves metabolism in the dermal tissues.
Relief has a positive effect on the fight against swelling.

Effective creams

Eye contour nourishing cream. Among the positive properties is the effective fight against swelling and getting rid of crow's feet.
Microcellulaire. Plant-based composition. Improves skin metabolic processes, fights inflammation and swelling, and has skin smoothing properties.
SOS. The tube contains a roller applicator, so the cream is applied very easily. Effective in getting rid of eye bags, stimulates metabolic processes and smoothes the skin when wrinkles occur. Contraindication is undesirable use before 25 years of age.
Christina Gel. Contains hyaluronic acid, which explains the good effect in eliminating wrinkles and puffy eyes.
LiftActiv DS. Cream for people aged 35+, tones the skin, hiding its aging.
Blefarogel. An excellent effect is ensured by the content of hyaluron and aloe extract in the gel. Among the effects: eliminates inflammatory processes, skin irritations and cleanses clogged pores.
Vichy Idealia. A well-known product from the manufacturer Vichy. The base is caffeine.
Aqualia Thermal. It has proven itself to older women and those with problems of bags and puffiness under the eyes due to lack of sleep.
No Bag. Country of origin: France. Improves blood circulation in the tissues of the dermis, accelerates the process of fat breakdown, relieves a person from eye swelling and blue discoloration.
Eyetuck. Helps quickly remove excess fluid from swollen tissues, which helps relieve puffiness from the eyes.

Tea compress

A tea compress is good for relieving swelling and tired eyes. It is better to choose black tea without fruit additives for this, apply 1 bag to your eyes for 20-30 minutes. It is advisable to make the mask in the evening, before going to bed, as the tea may leave yellow or brown traces.

Ice compress

Ice tones and tightens the skin well, and also relieves swelling. You can move ice cubes over your face, grabbing the area around the eyes and eyelids, or wrap ice cubes in gauze and apply to your eyes for 5-7 minutes.

Herbal infusion

The herbal infusion is made as follows: chamomile, sage, mint and calendula herbs are taken in equal quantities and poured with boiling water. The infusion is tightly closed with a lid for 20 minutes and cooled.

The finished solution should be filtered, cotton pads or gauze soaked in it and placed on the face or just on the eyes.

Diseases that cause swelling

Also, swelling under one or both eyes can immediately appear as a result of the development of any pathologies. Some of them are quite serious diseases. Although, in any case, you should not treat the appearance of edema as a result of even low-risk pathologies carelessly. So, the following diseases are identified, the symptoms of which can be swelling.

Eye diseases associated with infections or inflammatory processes. This can be blepharitis, conjunctivitis and others. Their symptoms are quite obvious and difficult to confuse with other pathologies. One of the obvious symptoms is swelling of the eyelids of one or both eyes at once. They are also accompanied by redness of the eyes, soreness of the eyelids, etc.
Facial nerve problems. Inflammatory processes associated with the facial nerves can also cause swelling or swelling in the eye area. This neurological disease is also accompanied by pain in the neck or head.
Sinusitis and sinusitis. In the presence of such diseases, a person experiences rather poor health, nasal congestion, pain in the forehead and eyes. Often the eyes become watery, and swelling forms in the eyelid area. An otolaryngologist will come to the rescue. It is imperative to treat these pathologies, otherwise they can develop into a chronic form.
Intervertebral hernia. Surprisingly, this disease can also affect, as they say, on the face. But provided that the hernia appears in the cervical spine. This disease is also accompanied by pain in the neck, insufficient muscle tone and a number of other symptoms. Sometimes a hernia occurs with almost no visible signs, but it is the appearance of swelling under one of the eyes that can be the first signal of the development of the disease.
Pathologies of teeth and oral cavity. So, in some cases, if inflammatory processes occur in the tooth area, a person may complain of the appearance of swelling and swelling on the face and under the eyes in particular. Typically, inflammation occurs accompanied by severe acute pain, the appearance of pus in the gum area, etc. Most often, the causes of swelling are problems associated with molars or wisdom teeth. Sometimes one side of the face swells just after tooth extraction or some kind of oral surgery.
Heart diseases. Unfortunately, edema also appears with cardiac pathologies. So, if, after being examined by a neurologist, ENT specialist or ophthalmologist, a person still does not find out the cause of the swelling, he is recommended to visit a cardiologist.

Treatment options

First of all, it is necessary to find the cause of the external defect. If this is a symptom of a disease that has been confirmed by a doctor, the initial stage of treatment will often remove the swelling completely. If no other signs of the disease bother you, you can resort to self-treatment.

General approach

Proper nutrition will help you in the fight for a healthy face. Increase the amount of fresh vegetables and fruits in your diet. Cleanse your body in the form of a diet: eat more fresh salads, drink fruit drinks and compotes. Remove canned food, processed foods and fast food from your weekly menu.

Make sure your day includes more time spent outdoors. In the bedroom, also open the window more often - if possible, throughout the night. Oxygen-enriched blood circulates better and does not stagnate.

Medications

Diuretics are used to remove excess fluid from the body, which becomes a source of edema.

It is important to remember that overuse of this method can lead to potassium deficiency. Gentle diuretics:

Amiloride;
Triamterene;
Spironolactone.

Folk remedies

Based on the experience of generations, it is known that puffiness around the eyes is well relieved by:

potatoes - slices are applied to the bags;
cucumber - it is recommended to hold the vegetable cut into slices on the eyelid for 15-20 minutes;
kefir - apply it to a cotton sponge and apply to the problem area.

Ice from a decoction of medicinal herbs: chamomile, sage, calendula works well to eliminate morning swelling.

Masks

The cosmetics industry offers a wide range of patches, gels, face masks

It is worth paying attention to the composition - it is desirable that it contains extracts or extracts of natural plants, as well as oils. If you choose a mask, pay attention to several nuances:

Apply it only to clean, freshly washed skin;
The time it takes to keep the mask on your face is on average 15-20 minutes;
When distributing the cream or gel composition, do not rub it into the skin.

Compresses

An excellent remedy, familiar to our grandmothers, are compresses in the form of tea bags. The only thing that has changed since then is the quality of the tea. Make sure that the product does not contain harmful additives, essences or dyes. Otherwise, the treatment may have the opposite effect or irritate the eye mucosa.

Baths

Of course, no one will put their head in water, but it’s worth making foot baths that improve blood circulation. The recipe is simple - take cold water and add ice to it. Shock therapy tones even small capillaries and helps the vascular system increase activity. You should also not neglect chamomile and mint decoction.

Sea salt does an excellent job of toning. For better results, increase the amount of granules and walk on them with your feet. Stagnation will go away, and with it disruptions in the body’s functioning.

Massage

Light palpation stimulates blood supply to the eye area. Follow the steps by lubricating your hands with a mixture of olive and cosmetic oil:

Touch the skin pointwise and tap it with your fingertips.
Rub your palms together to make them warm. Apply to closed eyes. After 10 seconds, open them. You will feel the vigor of your facial muscles and visual acuity returning.
Gently run your fingers over the skin. Move first from the nose to the temples, then in the opposite direction. This exercise also helps smooth out facial wrinkles.

In children

If edema appears in a child, then you should not always think about something serious. Some situations may simply arise and similar symptoms appear in a completely healthy and normal child.

This happens when a child consumes a lot of table salt, against the background of which the amount of liquid he drinks increases. If the child had to cry for a long time or slept in an unnatural position in which the head is located below the level of the body. This develops if you watch TV for a long time or get addicted to the computer. To eliminate the problem, all these factors need to be limited.