Remedies to Puffy Eyes

The area around the eyes is full of blood vessels and is also very thin which makes this area very delicate. ‘Puffy eyes’ is a condition in which the area around the eyes become swelled up.

This can be due to various reasons. This swelling goes off very often but if it is related to some serious problem then one needs to consult a good eye specialist.

Causes

Some factors that cause puffy eyes are water retention, stress, allergies, some hormonal changes and many more. Sometimes sleeping a bit more or lack of sleep also causes puffy eyes. Crying also causes the same as the production of tears causes more blood flow to the eyes.

Cure

You can cure your puffy eyes at home by some simple precautions. You can put freezed cucumber slices or teabags on the eyes to reduce the puffiness as the coolness reduces the blood circulation. Same way potato can also be used.

Some people who remain dehydrated also get puffy eyes so drink more of water if you have this problem and see the results. Washing face with cold water is also beneficial. Limit your sodium intake as higher levels of sodium in the body also cause puffy eyes.

Take ample amount of sleep which is necessary for you. You can use cotton pads dipped in cool rose water. This gives relief to the eyes. If you work on computer whole day try to take short breaks in between and wash the eyes with water in between.

If puffiness in the eyes is accompanied by irritation and itching the eyes then consult the doctor as it can be due to some allergies. Sometimes some kidney problems and thyroid patients also have the problem of puffy eyes. People with high blood pressure also push the fluids around the eyes which cause swelling in the eye. Hereditary also can be the causes for the same.