WHAT CAUSES PUFFINESS IN THE FACE?

Bloating in the body affects the skin on the face. Facial swelling can be the result of Allergies,
Medications, Hormonal Changes, Stress and the way your face sleeps on the pillow.

The most prominent areas of bloating on the face are around the eyes, cheeks and jawline.

Also, we all tend to overindulge in food and drink. The after affects are what we have to deal with.

Facial swelling is also linked to Lifestyle Causes such as: -Poor Sleep Habits -Drinking Alcohol -High
Cortisol -Sleeping with Makeup on

Thankfully, most causes can be remedied.

Expert Tips for Depuffing:

-Apply cold compresses -Hydrate with water to flush out excess fluid -Lymphatic Draining Massage
(draining excess fluid from the body) -Sleep on your back with head elevated to avoid “pooling” in the
face. -Upon waking wash your face with cool/cold water to reduce swelling -Cardio Exercise helps to reduce
bloating and Puffiness in the face and body. -Face Yoga- Facial expressions may help strengthen the
muscles under your skin, helping your face to look leaner and toned.

Also: -If you must snack in the evening, enjoy fruits and vegetables which are low in fat and sodium.
Many have high-water content which assists in staying well-hydrated and decreases bloat.

-Greek Yogurt, as well as fermented beverages such as Kombucha, Fermented Tea and Kefir, prevent face
puffiness.

-Eating Nutrient-Dense, Fibrous Carbs instead of Refined, Sugary Carbs, can combat inflammation,
keeping facial Puffiness at bay.

-Staying Hydrated throughout the day can help to reduce water retention and the chance of facial
puffiness. Dehydration reduces Blood flow throughout the body and face.

Other Tips Include:

-Applying an Under-Eye Gel Product to decrease the “bags” that appear with inflammation.

-When applying Makeup, contouring the face with a Bronzer and the appropriate Brush will create the
illusion of a more sculpted face.