“Puffy eyes” (periorbital edema) refers to swelling around the eye area. The puffiness may occur above or below the eyes and has many causes. The buildup of fluid gives the eyes the puffy appearance.
Puffiness (PE) is not the same as having “bags” under the eyes, which is a natural part of aging. Instead, it is a health condition and is usually temporary.
Some of these conditions are caused by allergic reactions or infections.
Lifestyle causes a person’s body to retain fluid:
- Lack of adequate sleep
- Having a diet that is high in sodium
- Frequently drinking alcohol, causing dehydration
Obvious treatment options would be:
- Cut down on sodium
- Drink more water
- Use cold compresses to reduce inflammation when at home
- Take ibuprofen to reduce inflammation throughout your body, including the eye area
Age is still the most common reason for undereye swelling. As we age, the body expels more water throughout the day. This can lead to the body trying to retain more fluids, causing swelling around the eyes.
Stress causes the release of cortisol from your glands that change the salt balance in the body.
Seasonal allergies release histamines into your system, causing inflammation and swelling under the eyes.
PMS, which causes bloating to the body, will be noticeable around the eyes as well.
Kiki Skin & Body Spa offers specific products to treat the eye area:
Eye Treatment Gel – Targets the eye area prone to puffiness and dark circles.
Timeless Eye Repair – A potent mixture of antioxidants, peptides, and innovative ingredients will help reduce the appearance of dark circles and puffiness.
Our facial treatments will address the total eye area to combat eye puffiness.
Contact Kiki Skin & Body Spa for more information about treatments and products to diminish puffy eyes.
Of course, if eye puffiness persists, you should seek medical advice.
