The skin around the eyes is very thin and sensitive. Puffy eyes is a condition that can occur due to a number of different reasons including stress, lack of sleep, poor diet or excessive consumption of alcohol or sodium before bed time.

Listed below are home remedies as well as tips that can be effective in rejuvenating tired eyes and reducing swelling.

Caffeinated / Green Tea Bags (soaked in warm water and chilled in refrigerator for a few minutes). Place over eyelids for 10-15 minutes

Stay Hydrated : aim to drink 8-10 glasses of water and other fluids a day. A good option in addition to water is chamomile tea which has anti-inflammatory properties

Egg Whites : using a piece of cotton or a brush dipped in the egg white mixture spread over eyelids and leave on to dry (for about 15 minutes).

Get Plenty of Sleep (7-8 hours)

Cucumbers : chill in refrigerator and cut into thick slices. Place over eyelids and leave for up to 10 minutes

Potatoes: cut into thin slices and place on swollen area OR grate and put the shavings in a clean cloth, tie it up and place it over eyelids for several minutes

Cold Spoons : keep spoons in freezer for 10-15 mins then place the rounded portion of one against one eye and hold until it becomes warm. Repeat the same on the other eye

Chill Your Eye Creams in the Refrigerator

Cotton Balls Soaked in Cold (full fat) Milk : place over eyes for 10-15 minutes

Reduce Salt Intake

Eat a Balanced Diet with Plenty of Vegetables and Fruits

Allow Eyes to Rest After Prolonged Use of Computer or Other Electronic Devices. Take regular breaks (5-10 minutes break every hour or so)

Limit Alcohol Intake (especially at night)

Precaution: Seek medical advice if eye swelling is persistent and you are experiencing any of the below symptoms:

• Fever
• Difficulty breathing
• Swelling in face and neck areas
• Chills
• Redness around the eye

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