The eyes are the mirror to our soul and showcase the emotions we felt. They also capture our hassle and anxiety that can be seen in the bags under our eyes. Eye bags are the signs of exhaustion, hectic schedules, and stressful work, demanding workloads and a lot more. Here are some of the common ways for reducing the appearance as well as to eliminate the eye bags.
Drink a lot of water. Eye bags are caused by fluid retention and being dehydrated. It can exacerbate the appearance of eye bags so have plenty of water intakes like at least eight glasses a day. Do not also forget to eat more fruits and vegetables such as the green leafy ones.One of the very effective ways is to use potato. It actually contains catecholase which is known for being an effective ingredient for skin lightening. You can put half-moon of potatoes on the eye bags for about 20 minutes. You can also use cucumbers that are cooled in refrigerator as an alternative. Aside from using potatoes and cucumbers, you can still use cooled tea bags on your eyes. You just have to lie back and rest and allow the tea bags to relieve it. There are also speculations that green tea bags are more effective because they are anti-inflammatory.
If you lack sleep, it will definitely make you look wasted and haggard. By having the proper amount of sleep reduces the appearance of eye bags. You need to have some adequate rest for at least six to eight hours every night. You can also have a 30 minute naps a day.
You should also use some cooling eye gel because it does shrink blood vessels therefore reduced puffiness. You can use some cosmetic creams and make ups to conceal the eye bags. A concealer that is color peach can hide it very well. Do not also forget to have a foundation under the concealer. Use some eye cream that is rich in Vitamin E when you go to sleep at night.
You can also try doing the acupressure point for the eyes. It is located on the mound of the hand just below the index finger. You just have to press it effectively and repeat. Press it gently until you feel some relaxation in your eyes. If the area around it aches when you do this technique, you should consult the doctor as this may be a sinus inflammation.
Also, a new and effective way is the Yo-tox. It is yoga for the face that uses ayurvedic energy points. By doing this, you must sit cross-legged and then place your two fingers of each of your hand on the side of your nose about 1 inch down from the center of the eyes. You must keep a light pressure on it while keeping your eyes close. As you close your eyes, you must turn them upwards in your head to gaze at third-eye point between the eyebrows. This way, it is very effective in reducing puffiness and it also stimulates fluid drainage.
If you wanted a more long term solution for eye bags, there are new innovations such as botox injections. It works by filling up the sagging skin under the eyes and eliminates the appearance of eye bags.
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