{"id":1771249,"date":"2026-02-04T13:00:02","date_gmt":"2026-02-04T10:00:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/?p=1771249"},"modified":"2026-02-04T13:00:02","modified_gmt":"2026-02-04T10:00:02","slug":"10-ways-to-treat-puffy-eyes-according-to-dermatologists","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/?p=1771249","title":{"rendered":"10 Ways to Treat Puffy Eyes, According to Dermatologists"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>[analyse_image type=&#8221;featured&#8221; src=&#8221;https:\/\/www.byrdie.com\/thmb\/Bo3TXUwMMIBQuqKNfS20a1rDAXQ=\/1500&#215;0\/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc()\/eye-mask-2-6d26fa73381e49ee8aef09ca5b632949.jpg&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p><main id=\"main_1-0\" class=\"comp main mntl-block\" data-tracking-container=\"true\"><\/p>\n<article id=\"beauty-article_1-0\" class=\"comp beauty-article mntl-article mntl-article--two-column-right-rail sc-ad-container\" data-tracking-container=\"true\">\n<div class=\"loc article-header\">\n<div id=\"article-header_1-0\" class=\"comp article-header mntl-block article-top\">\n<h1 id=\"article-heading_1-0\" class=\"comp article-heading mntl-text-block\">10 Ways to Treat Puffy Eyes, According to Dermatologists<\/h1>\n<p id=\"article-subheading_1-0\" class=\"comp article-subheading mntl-text-block\">Plus, why you&#8217;re puffing to begin with.<\/p>\n<div id=\"article-meta_1-0\" class=\"comp article-meta mntl-article-meta mntl-block\" data-tracking-container=\"true\">\n<div id=\"bylines_1-0\" class=\"comp bylines beauty-bylines mntl-bylines\" data-tracking-container=\"true\">\n<div id=\"mntl-bylines__group_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-bylines__group mntl-block mntl-bylines__group--author\">\n<div id=\"mntl-bylines__item_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-bylines__item mntl-attribution__item \"><span class=\"mntl-attribution__item-descriptor\">By<\/span><\/p>\n<div data-tooltip=\"&lt;p&gt;Holly Rhue is the editorial director for Byrdie, covering all things beauty for the brand. She has 7 years of experience in beauty editorial and has been with Byrdie since 2019.&lt;\/p&gt;\" data-inline-tooltip=\"true\"> Holly Rhue<\/p>\n<div id=\"mntl-author-tooltip_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-author-tooltip mntl-tooltip mntl-group\">\n<div class=\"mntl-author-tooltip__top \">\n<div class=\"mntl-author-tooltip__image-wrapper\">\n<div class=\"img-placeholder\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"200\" height=\"200\" alt=\"byrdie associate editorial director holly rhue head shot\" class=\"lazyload mntl-author-tooltip__image mntl-image universal-image__image\" src=\"https:\/\/www.byrdie.com\/thmb\/AAzeiX4LL03FHQYU0zVWagZh268=\/200x200\/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc():format(webp)\/holly-rhue-headshot-372fed954e154ff59af86904c7768387.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.byrdie.com\/thmb\/AAzeiX4LL03FHQYU0zVWagZh268=\/200x200\/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc():format(webp)\/holly-rhue-headshot-372fed954e154ff59af86904c7768387.png\" width=\"200\" height=\"200\" class=\"img--noscript mntl-author-tooltip__image mntl-image universal-image__image\" alt=\"byrdie associate editorial director holly rhue head shot\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"mntl-author-tooltip__name_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-author-tooltip__name mntl-attribution__item \">\nHolly Rhue\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"mntl-author-tooltip__social-nav_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-author-tooltip__social-nav beauty-social-nav mntl-social-nav social-nav--tooltip\" data-tracking-container=\"true\">\n<ul class=\"social-nav__list\">\n<li class=\"social-nav__item social-nav__item--instagram\">\n<li class=\"social-nav__item social-nav__item--x\">\n<li class=\"social-nav__item social-nav__item--linkedin\"><\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"mntl-author-tooltip__bio\">\n<p>Holly Rhue is the editorial director for Byrdie, covering all things beauty for the brand. She has 7 years of experience in beauty editorial and has been with Byrdie since 2019.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"mntl-author-tooltip__bottom\">\nByrdie&#8217;s Editorial Guidelines\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"mntl-bylines__item_2-0\" class=\"comp mntl-bylines__item mntl-attribution__item mntl-attribution__item--has-date\"><span class=\"mntl-attribution__item-descriptor\">and<\/span><\/p>\n<div data-tooltip=\"Lexy Lebsack is a freelance reporter, editor, and correspondent based in Los Angeles. She was also the founding editor of Byrdie.\" data-inline-tooltip=\"true\"> Lexy Lebsack<\/p>\n<div id=\"mntl-author-tooltip_2-0\" class=\"comp mntl-author-tooltip mntl-tooltip mntl-group\">\n<div class=\"mntl-author-tooltip__top \">\n<div class=\"mntl-author-tooltip__image-wrapper\">\n<div class=\"img-placeholder\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"200\" height=\"200\" alt=\"Lexy Lebsack\" class=\"lazyload mntl-author-tooltip__image mntl-image universal-image__image\" src=\"https:\/\/www.byrdie.com\/thmb\/_2mWaogVaBlEap82sHNLl0jP8DY=\/200x200\/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc():format(webp)\/LexyLebsack-ff54d091725c4b6292d8a23daea4027e.jpeg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.byrdie.com\/thmb\/_2mWaogVaBlEap82sHNLl0jP8DY=\/200x200\/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc():format(webp)\/LexyLebsack-ff54d091725c4b6292d8a23daea4027e.jpeg\" width=\"200\" height=\"200\" class=\"img--noscript mntl-author-tooltip__image mntl-image universal-image__image\" alt=\"Lexy Lebsack\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"mntl-author-tooltip__name_2-0\" class=\"comp mntl-author-tooltip__name mntl-attribution__item \">\nLexy Lebsack\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"mntl-author-tooltip__social-nav_2-0\" class=\"comp mntl-author-tooltip__social-nav beauty-social-nav mntl-social-nav social-nav--tooltip\" data-tracking-container=\"true\">\n<ul class=\"social-nav__list\">\n<li class=\"social-nav__item social-nav__item--instagram\"><\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"mntl-author-tooltip__bio\">\nLexy Lebsack is a freelance reporter, editor, and correspondent based in Los Angeles. She was also the founding editor of Byrdie.\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"mntl-author-tooltip__bottom\">\nByrdie&#8217;s Editorial Guidelines\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"mntl-attribution__item-date\">Published on February 04, 2026 08:00AM<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"mntl-bylines__group_2-0\" class=\"comp mntl-bylines__group mntl-block mntl-bylines__group--beauty_wellness_reviewer\">\n<div id=\"mntl-bylines__item_3-0\" class=\"comp mntl-bylines__item mntl-attribution__item \"><span class=\"mntl-attribution__item-descriptor\">Reviewed by<\/span><\/p>\n<div data-tooltip=\"Blair Murphy-Rose, MD is a board-certified dermatologist in New York who specializes in leading-edge facial rejuvenation techniques.\u00a0She is a fellow of the American Academy of Dermatology, the American Society of Dermatologic Surgery and the American Society for Laser Medicine and Surgery. She is a Castle + Connolly Top Doctor and Super Doctor of NY 2021-2023.\" data-inline-tooltip=\"true\"> Blair Murphy-Rose, MD, FAAD<\/p>\n<div id=\"mntl-author-tooltip_3-0\" class=\"comp mntl-author-tooltip mntl-tooltip mntl-group\">\n<div class=\"mntl-author-tooltip__top \">\n<div class=\"mntl-author-tooltip__image-wrapper\">\n<div class=\"img-placeholder\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"200\" height=\"200\" alt=\"Blair Murphy-Rose\" class=\"lazyload mntl-author-tooltip__image mntl-image universal-image__image\" src=\"https:\/\/www.byrdie.com\/thmb\/nK5EAirpjRGdciwCNJCQNPpzmD8=\/200x200\/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc():format(webp)\/7.Dr.BlairMurphyRose-8282b31e39ef465d9fe9efc6bbb24968.jpeg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.byrdie.com\/thmb\/nK5EAirpjRGdciwCNJCQNPpzmD8=\/200x200\/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc():format(webp)\/7.Dr.BlairMurphyRose-8282b31e39ef465d9fe9efc6bbb24968.jpeg\" width=\"200\" height=\"200\" class=\"img--noscript mntl-author-tooltip__image mntl-image universal-image__image\" alt=\"Blair Murphy-Rose\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"mntl-author-tooltip__name_3-0\" class=\"comp mntl-author-tooltip__name mntl-attribution__item \"><span class=\"mntl-attribution__item-descriptor\">Reviewed by<\/span><br \/>\nBlair Murphy-Rose, MD, FAAD\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"mntl-author-tooltip__bio\">\nBlair Murphy-Rose, MD is a board-certified dermatologist in New York who specializes in leading-edge facial rejuvenation techniques.\u00a0She is a fellow of the American Academy of Dermatology, the American Society of Dermatologic Surgery and the American Society for Laser Medicine and Surgery. She is a Castle + Connolly Top Doctor and Super Doctor of NY 2021-2023.\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"mntl-author-tooltip__bottom\">\nAbout Byrdie&#8217;s Beauty &amp; Wellness Board\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"mntl-attribution__item-postscript\">BOARD-CERTIFIED DERMATOLOGIST<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"loc article-content\">\n<div id=\"article__broad-video-jw_1-0\" class=\"comp article__broad-video-jw mntl-jwplayer-broad mntl-block is-hidden\" data-pixel-depth=\"100\">\n<div id=\"mntl-jwplayer-broad__title_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-jwplayer-broad__title mntl-block\"><button id=\"mntl-jwplayer-broad__title-icon--close_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-jwplayer-broad__title-icon--close mntl-block text-label-100\" data-click-tracked=\"false\"><span id=\"mntl-text-block_2-0\" class=\"comp mntl-text-block\">Close<\/span><\/button><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"mntl-block_2-0\" class=\"comp mntl-block article__body right-rail\">\n<div id=\"list-sc_1-0\" class=\"comp list-sc mntl-block\">\n<figure id=\"mntl-universal-primary-image_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-universal-primary-image primary-image\" data-tracking-container=\"true\">\n<div class=\"primary-image__media\">\n<div class=\"img-placeholder\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.byrdie.com\/thmb\/q8ideQ1mgbr6TDIh6h9iIjI5Xis=\/1500x0\/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc():format(webp)\/eye-mask-1-0eaf4572d6ce4b74baa028fa23edda06.jpg\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1500\" alt=\"Person wearing undereye patches touching their face\" class=\" primary-image__image mntl-primary-image--blurry\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.byrdie.com\/thmb\/q8ideQ1mgbr6TDIh6h9iIjI5Xis=\/1500x0\/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc():format(webp)\/eye-mask-1-0eaf4572d6ce4b74baa028fa23edda06.jpg\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1500\" class=\"loaded primary-img--noscript primary-image__image mntl-primary-image--blurry\" alt=\"Person wearing undereye patches touching their face\"><\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption id=\"primary-image__figcap_1-0\" class=\"comp primary-image__figcap mntl-figure-caption figure-article-caption\"><span class=\"figure-article-caption-owner\"><\/p>\n<p>@rhode \/ Instagram<\/p>\n<p><\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<div id=\"toc--list-items_1-0\" class=\"comp toc--list-items toc mntl-toc-list toc--2-col\" data-tracking-container=\"true\">\n<div class=\"toc-container\">\n<p id=\"toc__heading_1-0\" class=\"comp toc__heading mntl-text-block\">In This Article<\/p>\n<div class=\"toc-list__col\"><span class=\"toc-list__item-wrapper\" data-number=\"01\"><br \/>\nWhat Causes Puffy Eyes?<br \/>\n<\/span><span class=\"toc-list__item-wrapper\" data-number=\"02\"><br \/>\nHow to Treat Puffy Eyes<br \/>\n<\/span><span class=\"toc-list__item-wrapper\" data-number=\"03\"><br \/>\nFrequently Asked Questions<br \/>\n<\/span><span class=\"toc-list__item-wrapper\" data-number=\"04\"><br \/>\nUse a Cold Spoons<br \/>\n<\/span><span class=\"toc-list__item-wrapper\" data-number=\"05\"><br \/>\nTry Eye Gels With Caffeine<br \/>\n<\/span><span class=\"toc-list__item-wrapper\" data-number=\"06\"><br \/>\nStay Hydrated<br \/>\n<\/span><span class=\"toc-list__item-wrapper\" data-number=\"07\"><br \/>\nInvest in a Great Eye Cream<br \/>\n<\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"toc-list__col\"><span class=\"toc-list__item-wrapper\" data-number=\"08\"><br \/>\nUse Rollers\u2014Gently<br \/>\n<\/span><span class=\"toc-list__item-wrapper\" data-number=\"09\"><br \/>\nTry a Double Tap or Facial Massage Technique<br \/>\n<\/span><span class=\"toc-list__item-wrapper\" data-number=\"10\"><br \/>\nAddress Any Allergies<br \/>\n<\/span><span class=\"toc-list__item-wrapper\" data-number=\"11\"><br \/>\nGet More Sleep&#8230;<br \/>\n<\/span><span class=\"toc-list__item-wrapper\" data-number=\"12\"><br \/>\n&#8230; and Sleep Elevated<br \/>\n<\/span><span class=\"toc-list__item-wrapper\" data-number=\"13\"><br \/>\nConsider an In-Office Treatment<br \/>\n<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"article-intro_1-0\" class=\"comp article-intro mntl-block\">\n<div id=\"mntl-sc-block_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-callout--finalverdict beauty-sc-block-callout mntl-sc-block-callout mntl-block theme-finalverdict\" data-tracking-id=\"mntl-sc-block-callout\" data-tracking-container=\"true\">\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block-callout-heading_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block-callout-heading mntl-text-block\">Key Takeaways<\/p>\n<div id=\"mntl-sc-block-callout-body_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block-callout-body mntl-text-block\">\n<ul>\n<li>Dermatologists recommend using cold tools like frozen spoons to reduce inflammation and puffiness around the eyes.<\/li>\n<li>Eye gels with caffeine and other antioxidants can help reduce under-eye puffiness, especially when chilled before use.<\/li>\n<li>Lymphatic drainage through gentle tapping or massage techniques can help alleviate puffiness under the eyes.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_2-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> In theory, eating well, drinking water, and getting your eight to nine hours of sleep <em>should<\/em> lead to smooth, bright, under eyes, but sometimes, the under eye puffiness in the AM just does what it wants to do. &#8220;Under-eye changes are inevitable as we all age (dark or bluish discoloration, depressed appearance, puffiness, bags, etc.),&#8221; says board-certified dermatologist Robert Finney, MD. &#8220;And identifying the cause of your under-eye puffiness is required prior to determining how to help treat it.&#8221;\n<\/p>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_3-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> That&#8217;s right: Eye changes might be inevitable, but that doesn&#8217;t mean we can&#8217;t do anything about them. We asked Finney, board-certified dermatologist Corey L. Harman, MD, and licensed esthetician Ali Tobia to break down the causes of\u2014and their best treatments for\u2014puffy eyes. Read on for what they shared.\n<\/p>\n<div id=\"mntl-sc-block_4-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-callout--meetourexpert beauty-sc-block-callout mntl-sc-block-callout mntl-block theme-meetourexpert\" data-tracking-id=\"mntl-sc-block-callout\" data-tracking-container=\"true\">\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block-callout-heading_2-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block-callout-heading mntl-text-block\">Meet the Experts<\/p>\n<div id=\"mntl-sc-block-callout-body_2-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block-callout-body mntl-text-block\">\n<ul>\n<li>Corey L. Hartman, MD, is a board-certified dermatologist and the founder of Skin Wellness Dermatology in Birmingham, AL.<\/li>\n<li>Robert Finney, MD, FAAD, is a board-certified dermatologist and clinical assistant professor at New York University.<\/li>\n<li>Ali Tobia is a licensed esthetician and skincare expert in New York City with over 20 years of professional experience. She is a leading expert at Just Ageless body sculpting and beauty lab.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_5-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> What Causes Puffy Eyes? <\/span><\/h2>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_6-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> &#8220;The eyes are areas of highly specialized skin that are vulnerable to several different systems and susceptible to various changes that affect their appearance,&#8221; says Hartman. He tells us the state of your upper and lower eyelids can be impacted by:\n<\/p>\n<ul id=\"mntl-sc-block_7-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\">\n<li>Genetics<\/li>\n<li>Fluid retention<\/li>\n<li>Allergies<\/li>\n<li>Sun exposure<\/li>\n<li>Lack of sleep<\/li>\n<li>Your diet<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_8-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> How to Treat Puffy Eyes <\/span><\/h2>\n<figure id=\"mntl-sc-block_9-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-image mntl-sc-block-image mntl-sc-block-image--full-width figure-portrait figure-high-res\">\n<div class=\"figure-media\">\n<div class=\"img-placeholder\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"1500\" alt=\"Quick Ways to Calm Puffy Eyes\" class=\"lazyload mntl-image mntl-image universal-image__image\" id=\"mntl-sc-block-image_1-0\" src=\"https:\/\/www.byrdie.com\/thmb\/kJIsZ0AXgsdNDjHX3pyHvHfuD_g=\/1500x0\/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc():format(webp)\/QuickWaystoPuffyoureyes_final_rev-10c4ffe9cdf54b26adf76e72dab41c97.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.byrdie.com\/thmb\/kJIsZ0AXgsdNDjHX3pyHvHfuD_g=\/1500x0\/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc():format(webp)\/QuickWaystoPuffyoureyes_final_rev-10c4ffe9cdf54b26adf76e72dab41c97.png\" width=\"1000\" height=\"1500\" class=\"img--noscript mntl-image mntl-image universal-image__image\" alt=\"Quick Ways to Calm Puffy Eyes\"><\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption id=\"mntl-figure-caption_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-figure-caption text-utility-100 figure-article-caption\"><span class=\"figure-article-caption-owner\">Michela Buttignol\/Byrdie\u00a0<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc__content_1-0\" class=\"comp list-sc__content mntl-sc-page mntl-block\" data-sc-sticky-offset=\"125\" data-sc-ad-label-height=\"15\" data-sc-ad-track-spacing=\"100\" data-sc-min-track-height=\"250\" data-sc-max-track-height=\"600\" data-sc-breakpoint=\"50em\" data-sc-load-immediate=\"5\" data-sc-content-positions=\"[1, 1250, 1, 1, 1, 1, 1, 1, 1]\" data-bind-scroll-on-start=\"true\">\n<div id=\"list-sc-item_1-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item mntl-block\">\n<div id=\"list-marker_1-0\" class=\"comp list-marker\"><span class=\"list-marker__index\">01<\/span><span class=\"list-marker__total\">of 10<\/span><\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item__content_1-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item__content mntl-block\">\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_10-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-list-item-title\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> Use a Cold Spoons <\/span><\/h2>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_11-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> One of our favorite puffy eye hacks involves a tool you already have in your kitchen: spoons. Leave two clean teaspoons in your freezer, and on puffy mornings, simply press them against your eyes for a few minutes. &#8220;This can be done with a spoon kept in the freezer (wet it before applying it to each under-eye area for a few minutes) and will help constrict the vessels and reduce inflammation in the area,&#8221; advises Finney.\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item_2-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item mntl-block\">\n<div id=\"list-marker_2-0\" class=\"comp list-marker\"><span class=\"list-marker__index\">02<\/span><span class=\"list-marker__total\">of 10<\/span><\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item__content_2-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item__content mntl-block\">\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_12-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-list-item-title\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> Try Eye Gels With Caffeine <\/span><\/h2>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_13-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> While we couldn&#8217;t do without our morning java jolt, caffeine has also become a star player in skincare products. &#8220;Eye gels with active ingredients like caffeine, licorice, and other antioxidants are helpful,&#8221; says Hartman. &#8220;Especially if they are cooled before application.&#8221; Try chilling your favorite caffeine-infused under-eye gels overnight, then apply them in the morning while enjoying your morning coffee.\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item_3-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item mntl-block\">\n<div id=\"list-marker_3-0\" class=\"comp list-marker\"><span class=\"list-marker__index\">03<\/span><span class=\"list-marker__total\">of 10<\/span><\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item__content_3-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item__content mntl-block\">\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_14-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-list-item-title\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> Stay Hydrated <\/span><\/h2>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_15-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> Finney tells us it&#8217;s crucial to stay hydrated for overall health, but one of the more cosmetic reasons is to help keep puffiness at bay. &#8220;When you are dehydrated, your body tries to hold on to all the fluid it can, which could contribute to under-eye puffiness,&#8221; he explains. Studies have found that the ideal water intake is 3000 mL for those assigned male at birth and 2200 mL for those assigned female.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item_4-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item mntl-block\">\n<div id=\"list-marker_4-0\" class=\"comp list-marker\"><span class=\"list-marker__index\">04<\/span><span class=\"list-marker__total\">of 10<\/span><\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item__content_4-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item__content mntl-block\">\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_16-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-list-item-title\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> Invest in a Great Eye Cream <\/span><\/h2>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_17-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> When shopping for under-eye remedies, &#8220;Look for a good moisturizing eye cream with ingredients such as green tea, caffeine, niacinamide, peptides, and other antioxidants, which can help reduce inflammation and constrict blood vessels to reduce puffiness,&#8221; advises Finney.\n<\/p>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_18-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> &#8220;My absolute favorite is Alastin&#8217;s Restorative Eye Treatment ($114), which has\u00a0anti-inflammatory properties [and] contains a peptide that stimulates collagen to help improve wrinkles and other signs of aging,&#8221; he continues. &#8220;The best part is that it is non-irritating. Many eye creams that promise wrinkle reduction contain retinol, and although retinol is great for anti-aging, it can often be irritating in the eye area, given that the skin around the eye is the thinnest and most sensitive anywhere on the body.&#8221;\n<\/p>\n<div id=\"mntl-sc-block_19-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-callout--tips beauty-sc-block-callout mntl-sc-block-callout mntl-block theme-tips\" data-tracking-id=\"mntl-sc-block-callout\" data-tracking-container=\"true\">\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block-callout-heading_3-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block-callout-heading mntl-text-block\">Byrdie Tip<\/p>\n<div id=\"mntl-sc-block-callout-body_3-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block-callout-body mntl-text-block\">\n<p>For an all-natural eye cream to soothe and de-puff eyes, turn to cold aloe vera gel, which contains anti-inflammatory properties. Keep a bottle in your fridge and then apply it as you would any eye cream.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item_5-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item mntl-block\">\n<div id=\"list-marker_5-0\" class=\"comp list-marker\"><span class=\"list-marker__index\">05<\/span><span class=\"list-marker__total\">of 10<\/span><\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item__content_5-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item__content mntl-block\">\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_20-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-list-item-title\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> Use Rollers\u2014Gently <\/span><\/h2>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_21-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> &#8220;[The under-eye area] is one area on the body where our natural drainage system (lymphatic system) for excess fluid is not the best, with some suffering worse than others,&#8221; Finney explains. &#8220;There are\u00a0different ways to accomplish [drainage], including ice rollers (dual action by helping to massage and directly cool the area), jade rollers, etc.&#8221; However, he does warn that &#8220;frequently rubbing the skin in this area can result in discoloration and a wrinkled appearance.&#8221;\n<\/p>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_22-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> Hartman echoes this sentiment: &#8220;Eye rollers are a way to provide a gentle massage to the area and are quite effective if used regularly. Just don&#8217;t apply too much pressure, or it can trigger more inflammation.&#8221;\n<\/p>\n<div id=\"mntl-sc-block_23-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-inlinevideo mntl-sc-block-inlinevideo mntl-block has-details inline-video jw-display-brand-logo video-horizontal\">\n<div id=\"mntl-sc-block-inlinevideo__video-container_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block-inlinevideo__video-container mntl-block\">\n<div id=\"mntl-sc-block-inlinevideo__duration_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block-inlinevideo__duration mntl-block\">\n<div id=\"mntl-text-block_3-0\" class=\"comp mntl-text-block\">0:59<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block-inlinevideo__title_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block-inlinevideo__title mntl-text-block\">Watch Now: How to Get Rid of Puffy Eyes<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item_6-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item mntl-block\">\n<div id=\"list-marker_6-0\" class=\"comp list-marker\"><span class=\"list-marker__index\">06<\/span><span class=\"list-marker__total\">of 10<\/span><\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item__content_6-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item__content mntl-block\">\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_24-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-list-item-title\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> Try a Double Tap or Facial Massage Technique <\/span><\/h2>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_25-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> Did you know that the <em>way<\/em> you apply eye moisturizer affects the state of your under-eye area? &#8220;Rubbing cream or moisturizer on your eyes can cause [them to get] puffy,&#8221; Tobia tells us. &#8220;Instead, try lightly tapping the area of your eyes and massaging the pressure points to encourage lymphatic drainage.&#8221; Hartman agrees, noting that a simple, gentle tapping motion with your ring finger can go a long way toward draining the lymph buildup that causes puffiness.\n<\/p>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_26-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> Tobia instructs: &#8220;Starting with your neck to get the drainage started, drag the backs of your knuckles down along the sides of your neck.\u00a0Then, work your way up your face, sweeping your fingertips outward from the center of your face to your ears. When you reach your eye area, you&#8217;ll want to make sure that you have your fingertips gliding across the bone just under your eye with a feathery touch.&#8221; We recommend using face oil to avoid tugging on your skin.\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item_7-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item mntl-block\">\n<div id=\"list-marker_7-0\" class=\"comp list-marker\"><span class=\"list-marker__index\">07<\/span><span class=\"list-marker__total\">of 10<\/span><\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item__content_7-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item__content mntl-block\">\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_27-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-list-item-title\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> Address Any Allergies <\/span><\/h2>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_28-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> While we welcome spring\u2014with its blooming flowers and pleasant weather\u2014we could do without the allergies that come with it. &#8220;If you have seasonal or other allergies, it is very common to have extra puffiness under your eyes,&#8221; says Finney. His recommendation: &#8220;If you notice a seasonal change in your eyes, try an over-the-counter antihistamine such as Zyrtec or Allegra daily during the time of year when your allergies are heightened.&#8221;\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item_8-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item mntl-block\">\n<div id=\"list-marker_8-0\" class=\"comp list-marker\"><span class=\"list-marker__index\">08<\/span><span class=\"list-marker__total\">of 10<\/span><\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item__content_8-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item__content mntl-block\">\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_29-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-list-item-title\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> Get More Sleep&#8230; <\/span><\/h2>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_30-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> Hartman advises getting eight to 10 hours of sleep per night to help control puffiness. Finney agrees: &#8220;If you are sleep deprived, it usually makes puffiness worse,&#8221; he says.\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item_9-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item mntl-block\">\n<div id=\"list-marker_9-0\" class=\"comp list-marker\"><span class=\"list-marker__index\">09<\/span><span class=\"list-marker__total\">of 10<\/span><\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item__content_9-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item__content mntl-block\">\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_31-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-list-item-title\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> &#8230; and Sleep Elevated <\/span><\/h2>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_32-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> Speaking of sleep: Hartman and Finney recommend keeping your head elevated overnight. &#8220;An often overlooked fix to de-puffing the eye area that can yield amazing results is to simply sleep in a more elevated position,&#8221; says Finney. &#8220;Try adding an extra pillow to help elevate your head and allow the fluid to drain easier at night.&#8221;\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item_10-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item mntl-block\">\n<div id=\"list-marker_10-0\" class=\"comp list-marker\"><span class=\"list-marker__index\">10<\/span><span class=\"list-marker__total\">of 10<\/span><\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item__content_10-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item__content mntl-block\">\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_33-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-list-item-title\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> Consider an In-Office Treatment <\/span><\/h2>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_34-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> If at-home options aren&#8217;t working, consider a professional treatment with a board-certified dermatologist. The ideal treatment for you may vary based on your individual concern, but in general, Hartman says that the best treatment for under-eye puffiness is typically radiofrequency microneedling. &#8220;Radiofrequency microneedling devices like Lutronic Genius insert tiny needles (after the application of a potent numbing cream) that heat the dermal tissue, reduce fat and edema, and tighten the skin to provide a firm, smooth surface,&#8221; he says. Be wary of medical spas offering this treatment; visit a board-certified dermatologist instead.\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"article-outro_1-0\" class=\"comp article-outro mntl-block\">\n<div id=\"mntl-sc-block_35-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-faq--expanded beauty-sc-block-faq mntl-sc-block-faq mntl-block is-expanded\">\n<div id=\"mntl-sc-block-faq__title_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block-faq__title mntl-text-block\">FAQ<\/div>\n<ul id=\"mntl-sc-block-faq__content_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block-faq__content mntl-accordion \" data-tracking-container=\"true\">\n<li class=\"accordion__item js-accordion-item is-active\" data-ordinal=\"1\">\n<div class=\"accordion__header js-accordion-trigger\" id=\"mntl-accordion__item_1-0-section-0\"><span class=\"accordion__title\">How can you decrease eye puffiness naturally?<\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"accordion__body\">\n<div id=\"mntl-accordion__content_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-accordion__content\">\n<div class=\"faq-accordion__item-answer\">\n<p>Applying tools at a cool temperature\u2014such as orbs or spoons\u2014can help you reduce puffiness without any skincare products.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"accordion__item js-accordion-item is-active\" data-ordinal=\"2\">\n<div class=\"accordion__header js-accordion-trigger\" id=\"mntl-accordion__item_2-0-section-1\"><span class=\"accordion__title\">Is there an easy, catch-all way to depuff eyes?<\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"accordion__body\">\n<div id=\"mntl-accordion__content_2-0\" class=\"comp mntl-accordion__content\">\n<div class=\"faq-accordion__item-answer\">\n<p>Our experts agree: There&#8217;s no easy, catch-all fix to de-puff eyes\u2014but investing time in the nine practices above can help you <em>control<\/em> puffiness.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"accordion__item js-accordion-item is-active\" data-ordinal=\"3\">\n<div class=\"accordion__header js-accordion-trigger\" id=\"mntl-accordion__item_3-0-section-2\"><span class=\"accordion__title\">What ingredients help depuff under-eyes?<\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"accordion__body\">\n<div id=\"mntl-accordion__content_3-0\" class=\"comp mntl-accordion__content\">\n<div class=\"faq-accordion__item-answer\">\n<p>Look for products that contain caffeine, green tea, niacinamide, peptides, and other anti-inflammatory ingredients.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"citation-sources_1-0\" class=\"comp citation-sources mntl-article-sources mntl-expandable-block u-article-styles\" data-scroll-offset=\"70\">\n<div class=\"loc toggle-content\">\n<div id=\"mntl-article-sources__wrapper_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-article-sources__wrapper mntl-block\" data-click-tracked=\"true\"><span id=\"mntl-article-sources__heading_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-article-sources__heading mntl-text-block\">Article Sources<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"loc expandable-content\">\n<div id=\"citation-sources__text_1-0\" class=\"comp citation-sources__text mntl-text-block\">Byrdie takes every opportunity to use high-quality sources, including peer-reviewed studies, to support the facts within our articles. Read our editorial guidelines to learn more about how we keep our content accurate, reliable and trustworthy.<\/div>\n<div id=\"mntl-article-sources__citation-sources_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-article-sources__citation-sources mntl-citation-sources mntl-sources\" data-tracking-container=\"true\">\n<ol class=\"mntl-sources__content\">\n<li class=\"mntl-sources__source\" id=\"citation-4\">\n<p>Meinders A-J, Meinders AE. [How much water do we really need to drink?].\u00a0<em>Ned Tijdschr Geneeskd<\/em>. 2010;154:A1757.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"mntl-sources__source\" id=\"citation-3\">\n<p>Penn Medicine. Aloe vera: not just for sunburns. 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According to Dermatologists<\/h1>\n<p id=\"article-subheading_1-0\" class=\"comp article-subheading mntl-text-block\">Plus, why you&#8217;re puffing to begin with.<\/p>\n<div id=\"article-meta_1-0\" class=\"comp article-meta mntl-article-meta mntl-block\" data-tracking-container=\"true\">\n<div id=\"bylines_1-0\" class=\"comp bylines beauty-bylines mntl-bylines\" data-tracking-container=\"true\">\n<div id=\"mntl-bylines__group_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-bylines__group mntl-block mntl-bylines__group--author\">\n<div id=\"mntl-bylines__item_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-bylines__item mntl-attribution__item \"><span class=\"mntl-attribution__item-descriptor\">By<\/span><\/p>\n<div data-tooltip=\"&lt;p&gt;Holly Rhue is the editorial director for Byrdie, covering all things beauty for the brand. She has 7 years of experience in beauty editorial and has been with Byrdie since 2019.&lt;\/p&gt;\" data-inline-tooltip=\"true\"> Holly Rhue<\/p>\n<div id=\"mntl-author-tooltip_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-author-tooltip mntl-tooltip mntl-group\">\n<div class=\"mntl-author-tooltip__top \">\n<div class=\"mntl-author-tooltip__image-wrapper\">\n<div class=\"img-placeholder\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"200\" height=\"200\" alt=\"byrdie associate editorial director holly rhue head shot\" class=\"lazyload mntl-author-tooltip__image mntl-image universal-image__image\" src=\"https:\/\/www.byrdie.com\/thmb\/AAzeiX4LL03FHQYU0zVWagZh268=\/200x200\/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc():format(webp)\/holly-rhue-headshot-372fed954e154ff59af86904c7768387.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.byrdie.com\/thmb\/AAzeiX4LL03FHQYU0zVWagZh268=\/200x200\/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc():format(webp)\/holly-rhue-headshot-372fed954e154ff59af86904c7768387.png\" width=\"200\" height=\"200\" class=\"img--noscript mntl-author-tooltip__image mntl-image universal-image__image\" alt=\"byrdie associate editorial director holly rhue head shot\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"mntl-author-tooltip__name_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-author-tooltip__name mntl-attribution__item \">\nHolly Rhue\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"mntl-author-tooltip__social-nav_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-author-tooltip__social-nav beauty-social-nav mntl-social-nav social-nav--tooltip\" data-tracking-container=\"true\">\n<ul class=\"social-nav__list\">\n<li class=\"social-nav__item social-nav__item--instagram\">\n<li class=\"social-nav__item social-nav__item--x\">\n<li class=\"social-nav__item social-nav__item--linkedin\"><\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"mntl-author-tooltip__bio\">\n<p>Holly Rhue is the editorial director for Byrdie, covering all things beauty for the brand. She has 7 years of experience in beauty editorial and has been with Byrdie since 2019.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"mntl-author-tooltip__bottom\">\nByrdie&#8217;s Editorial Guidelines\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"mntl-bylines__item_2-0\" class=\"comp mntl-bylines__item mntl-attribution__item mntl-attribution__item--has-date\"><span class=\"mntl-attribution__item-descriptor\">and<\/span><\/p>\n<div data-tooltip=\"Lexy Lebsack is a freelance reporter, editor, and correspondent based in Los Angeles. She was also the founding editor of Byrdie.\" data-inline-tooltip=\"true\"> Lexy Lebsack<\/p>\n<div id=\"mntl-author-tooltip_2-0\" class=\"comp mntl-author-tooltip mntl-tooltip mntl-group\">\n<div class=\"mntl-author-tooltip__top \">\n<div class=\"mntl-author-tooltip__image-wrapper\">\n<div class=\"img-placeholder\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"200\" height=\"200\" alt=\"Lexy Lebsack\" class=\"lazyload mntl-author-tooltip__image mntl-image universal-image__image\" src=\"https:\/\/www.byrdie.com\/thmb\/_2mWaogVaBlEap82sHNLl0jP8DY=\/200x200\/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc():format(webp)\/LexyLebsack-ff54d091725c4b6292d8a23daea4027e.jpeg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.byrdie.com\/thmb\/_2mWaogVaBlEap82sHNLl0jP8DY=\/200x200\/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc():format(webp)\/LexyLebsack-ff54d091725c4b6292d8a23daea4027e.jpeg\" width=\"200\" height=\"200\" class=\"img--noscript mntl-author-tooltip__image mntl-image universal-image__image\" alt=\"Lexy Lebsack\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"mntl-author-tooltip__name_2-0\" class=\"comp mntl-author-tooltip__name mntl-attribution__item \">\nLexy Lebsack\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"mntl-author-tooltip__social-nav_2-0\" class=\"comp mntl-author-tooltip__social-nav beauty-social-nav mntl-social-nav social-nav--tooltip\" data-tracking-container=\"true\">\n<ul class=\"social-nav__list\">\n<li class=\"social-nav__item social-nav__item--instagram\"><\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"mntl-author-tooltip__bio\">\nLexy Lebsack is a freelance reporter, editor, and correspondent based in Los Angeles. She was also the founding editor of Byrdie.\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"mntl-author-tooltip__bottom\">\nByrdie&#8217;s Editorial Guidelines\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"mntl-attribution__item-date\">Published on February 04, 2026 08:00AM<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"mntl-bylines__group_2-0\" class=\"comp mntl-bylines__group mntl-block mntl-bylines__group--beauty_wellness_reviewer\">\n<div id=\"mntl-bylines__item_3-0\" class=\"comp mntl-bylines__item mntl-attribution__item \"><span class=\"mntl-attribution__item-descriptor\">Reviewed by<\/span><\/p>\n<div data-tooltip=\"Blair Murphy-Rose, MD is a board-certified dermatologist in New York who specializes in leading-edge facial rejuvenation techniques.\u00a0She is a fellow of the American Academy of Dermatology, the American Society of Dermatologic Surgery and the American Society for Laser Medicine and Surgery. She is a Castle + Connolly Top Doctor and Super Doctor of NY 2021-2023.\" data-inline-tooltip=\"true\"> Blair Murphy-Rose, MD, FAAD<\/p>\n<div id=\"mntl-author-tooltip_3-0\" class=\"comp mntl-author-tooltip mntl-tooltip mntl-group\">\n<div class=\"mntl-author-tooltip__top \">\n<div class=\"mntl-author-tooltip__image-wrapper\">\n<div class=\"img-placeholder\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"200\" height=\"200\" alt=\"Blair Murphy-Rose\" class=\"lazyload mntl-author-tooltip__image mntl-image universal-image__image\" src=\"https:\/\/www.byrdie.com\/thmb\/nK5EAirpjRGdciwCNJCQNPpzmD8=\/200x200\/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc():format(webp)\/7.Dr.BlairMurphyRose-8282b31e39ef465d9fe9efc6bbb24968.jpeg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.byrdie.com\/thmb\/nK5EAirpjRGdciwCNJCQNPpzmD8=\/200x200\/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc():format(webp)\/7.Dr.BlairMurphyRose-8282b31e39ef465d9fe9efc6bbb24968.jpeg\" width=\"200\" height=\"200\" class=\"img--noscript mntl-author-tooltip__image mntl-image universal-image__image\" alt=\"Blair Murphy-Rose\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"mntl-author-tooltip__name_3-0\" class=\"comp mntl-author-tooltip__name mntl-attribution__item \"><span class=\"mntl-attribution__item-descriptor\">Reviewed by<\/span><br \/>\nBlair Murphy-Rose, MD, FAAD\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"mntl-author-tooltip__bio\">\nBlair Murphy-Rose, MD is a board-certified dermatologist in New York who specializes in leading-edge facial rejuvenation techniques.\u00a0She is a fellow of the American Academy of Dermatology, the American Society of Dermatologic Surgery and the American Society for Laser Medicine and Surgery. She is a Castle + Connolly Top Doctor and Super Doctor of NY 2021-2023.\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"mntl-author-tooltip__bottom\">\nAbout Byrdie&#8217;s Beauty &amp; Wellness Board\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"mntl-attribution__item-postscript\">BOARD-CERTIFIED DERMATOLOGIST<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"loc article-content\">\n<div id=\"article__broad-video-jw_1-0\" class=\"comp article__broad-video-jw mntl-jwplayer-broad mntl-block is-hidden\" data-pixel-depth=\"100\">\n<div id=\"mntl-jwplayer-broad__title_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-jwplayer-broad__title mntl-block\"><button id=\"mntl-jwplayer-broad__title-icon--close_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-jwplayer-broad__title-icon--close mntl-block text-label-100\" data-click-tracked=\"false\"><span id=\"mntl-text-block_2-0\" class=\"comp mntl-text-block\">Close<\/span><\/button><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"mntl-block_2-0\" class=\"comp mntl-block article__body right-rail\">\n<div id=\"list-sc_1-0\" class=\"comp list-sc mntl-block\">\n<figure id=\"mntl-universal-primary-image_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-universal-primary-image primary-image\" data-tracking-container=\"true\">\n<div class=\"primary-image__media\">\n<div class=\"img-placeholder\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.byrdie.com\/thmb\/q8ideQ1mgbr6TDIh6h9iIjI5Xis=\/1500x0\/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc():format(webp)\/eye-mask-1-0eaf4572d6ce4b74baa028fa23edda06.jpg\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1500\" alt=\"Person wearing undereye patches touching their face\" class=\" primary-image__image mntl-primary-image--blurry\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.byrdie.com\/thmb\/q8ideQ1mgbr6TDIh6h9iIjI5Xis=\/1500x0\/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc():format(webp)\/eye-mask-1-0eaf4572d6ce4b74baa028fa23edda06.jpg\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1500\" class=\"loaded primary-img--noscript primary-image__image mntl-primary-image--blurry\" alt=\"Person wearing undereye patches touching their face\"><\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption id=\"primary-image__figcap_1-0\" class=\"comp primary-image__figcap mntl-figure-caption figure-article-caption\"><span class=\"figure-article-caption-owner\"><\/p>\n<p>@rhode \/ Instagram<\/p>\n<p><\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<div id=\"toc--list-items_1-0\" class=\"comp toc--list-items toc mntl-toc-list toc--2-col\" data-tracking-container=\"true\">\n<div class=\"toc-container\">\n<p id=\"toc__heading_1-0\" class=\"comp toc__heading mntl-text-block\">In This Article<\/p>\n<div class=\"toc-list__col\"><span class=\"toc-list__item-wrapper\" data-number=\"01\"><br \/>\nWhat Causes Puffy Eyes?<br \/>\n<\/span><span class=\"toc-list__item-wrapper\" data-number=\"02\"><br \/>\nHow to Treat Puffy Eyes<br \/>\n<\/span><span class=\"toc-list__item-wrapper\" data-number=\"03\"><br \/>\nFrequently Asked Questions<br \/>\n<\/span><span class=\"toc-list__item-wrapper\" data-number=\"04\"><br \/>\nUse a Cold Spoons<br \/>\n<\/span><span class=\"toc-list__item-wrapper\" data-number=\"05\"><br \/>\nTry Eye Gels With Caffeine<br \/>\n<\/span><span class=\"toc-list__item-wrapper\" data-number=\"06\"><br \/>\nStay Hydrated<br \/>\n<\/span><span class=\"toc-list__item-wrapper\" data-number=\"07\"><br \/>\nInvest in a Great Eye Cream<br \/>\n<\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"toc-list__col\"><span class=\"toc-list__item-wrapper\" data-number=\"08\"><br \/>\nUse Rollers\u2014Gently<br \/>\n<\/span><span class=\"toc-list__item-wrapper\" data-number=\"09\"><br \/>\nTry a Double Tap or Facial Massage Technique<br \/>\n<\/span><span class=\"toc-list__item-wrapper\" data-number=\"10\"><br \/>\nAddress Any Allergies<br \/>\n<\/span><span class=\"toc-list__item-wrapper\" data-number=\"11\"><br \/>\nGet More Sleep&#8230;<br \/>\n<\/span><span class=\"toc-list__item-wrapper\" data-number=\"12\"><br \/>\n&#8230; and Sleep Elevated<br \/>\n<\/span><span class=\"toc-list__item-wrapper\" data-number=\"13\"><br \/>\nConsider an In-Office Treatment<br \/>\n<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"article-intro_1-0\" class=\"comp article-intro mntl-block\">\n<div id=\"mntl-sc-block_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-callout--finalverdict beauty-sc-block-callout mntl-sc-block-callout mntl-block theme-finalverdict\" data-tracking-id=\"mntl-sc-block-callout\" data-tracking-container=\"true\">\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block-callout-heading_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block-callout-heading mntl-text-block\">Key Takeaways<\/p>\n<div id=\"mntl-sc-block-callout-body_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block-callout-body mntl-text-block\">\n<ul>\n<li>Dermatologists recommend using cold tools like frozen spoons to reduce inflammation and puffiness around the eyes.<\/li>\n<li>Eye gels with caffeine and other antioxidants can help reduce under-eye puffiness, especially when chilled before use.<\/li>\n<li>Lymphatic drainage through gentle tapping or massage techniques can help alleviate puffiness under the eyes.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_2-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> In theory, eating well, drinking water, and getting your eight to nine hours of sleep <em>should<\/em> lead to smooth, bright, under eyes, but sometimes, the under eye puffiness in the AM just does what it wants to do. &#8220;Under-eye changes are inevitable as we all age (dark or bluish discoloration, depressed appearance, puffiness, bags, etc.),&#8221; says board-certified dermatologist Robert Finney, MD. &#8220;And identifying the cause of your under-eye puffiness is required prior to determining how to help treat it.&#8221;\n<\/p>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_3-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> That&#8217;s right: Eye changes might be inevitable, but that doesn&#8217;t mean we can&#8217;t do anything about them. We asked Finney, board-certified dermatologist Corey L. Harman, MD, and licensed esthetician Ali Tobia to break down the causes of\u2014and their best treatments for\u2014puffy eyes. Read on for what they shared.\n<\/p>\n<div id=\"mntl-sc-block_4-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-callout--meetourexpert beauty-sc-block-callout mntl-sc-block-callout mntl-block theme-meetourexpert\" data-tracking-id=\"mntl-sc-block-callout\" data-tracking-container=\"true\">\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block-callout-heading_2-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block-callout-heading mntl-text-block\">Meet the Experts<\/p>\n<div id=\"mntl-sc-block-callout-body_2-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block-callout-body mntl-text-block\">\n<ul>\n<li>Corey L. Hartman, MD, is a board-certified dermatologist and the founder of Skin Wellness Dermatology in Birmingham, AL.<\/li>\n<li>Robert Finney, MD, FAAD, is a board-certified dermatologist and clinical assistant professor at New York University.<\/li>\n<li>Ali Tobia is a licensed esthetician and skincare expert in New York City with over 20 years of professional experience. She is a leading expert at Just Ageless body sculpting and beauty lab.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_5-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> What Causes Puffy Eyes? <\/span><\/h2>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_6-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> &#8220;The eyes are areas of highly specialized skin that are vulnerable to several different systems and susceptible to various changes that affect their appearance,&#8221; says Hartman. He tells us the state of your upper and lower eyelids can be impacted by:\n<\/p>\n<ul id=\"mntl-sc-block_7-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\">\n<li>Genetics<\/li>\n<li>Fluid retention<\/li>\n<li>Allergies<\/li>\n<li>Sun exposure<\/li>\n<li>Lack of sleep<\/li>\n<li>Your diet<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_8-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> How to Treat Puffy Eyes <\/span><\/h2>\n<figure id=\"mntl-sc-block_9-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-image mntl-sc-block-image mntl-sc-block-image--full-width figure-portrait figure-high-res\">\n<div class=\"figure-media\">\n<div class=\"img-placeholder\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"1500\" alt=\"Quick Ways to Calm Puffy Eyes\" class=\"lazyload mntl-image mntl-image universal-image__image\" id=\"mntl-sc-block-image_1-0\" src=\"https:\/\/www.byrdie.com\/thmb\/kJIsZ0AXgsdNDjHX3pyHvHfuD_g=\/1500x0\/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc():format(webp)\/QuickWaystoPuffyoureyes_final_rev-10c4ffe9cdf54b26adf76e72dab41c97.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.byrdie.com\/thmb\/kJIsZ0AXgsdNDjHX3pyHvHfuD_g=\/1500x0\/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc():format(webp)\/QuickWaystoPuffyoureyes_final_rev-10c4ffe9cdf54b26adf76e72dab41c97.png\" width=\"1000\" height=\"1500\" class=\"img--noscript mntl-image mntl-image universal-image__image\" alt=\"Quick Ways to Calm Puffy Eyes\"><\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption id=\"mntl-figure-caption_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-figure-caption text-utility-100 figure-article-caption\"><span class=\"figure-article-caption-owner\">Michela Buttignol\/Byrdie\u00a0<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc__content_1-0\" class=\"comp list-sc__content mntl-sc-page mntl-block\" data-sc-sticky-offset=\"125\" data-sc-ad-label-height=\"15\" data-sc-ad-track-spacing=\"100\" data-sc-min-track-height=\"250\" data-sc-max-track-height=\"600\" data-sc-breakpoint=\"50em\" data-sc-load-immediate=\"5\" data-sc-content-positions=\"[1, 1250, 1, 1, 1, 1, 1, 1, 1]\" data-bind-scroll-on-start=\"true\">\n<div id=\"list-sc-item_1-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item mntl-block\">\n<div id=\"list-marker_1-0\" class=\"comp list-marker\"><span class=\"list-marker__index\">01<\/span><span class=\"list-marker__total\">of 10<\/span><\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item__content_1-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item__content mntl-block\">\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_10-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-list-item-title\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> Use a Cold Spoons <\/span><\/h2>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_11-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> One of our favorite puffy eye hacks involves a tool you already have in your kitchen: spoons. Leave two clean teaspoons in your freezer, and on puffy mornings, simply press them against your eyes for a few minutes. &#8220;This can be done with a spoon kept in the freezer (wet it before applying it to each under-eye area for a few minutes) and will help constrict the vessels and reduce inflammation in the area,&#8221; advises Finney.\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item_2-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item mntl-block\">\n<div id=\"list-marker_2-0\" class=\"comp list-marker\"><span class=\"list-marker__index\">02<\/span><span class=\"list-marker__total\">of 10<\/span><\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item__content_2-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item__content mntl-block\">\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_12-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-list-item-title\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> Try Eye Gels With Caffeine <\/span><\/h2>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_13-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> While we couldn&#8217;t do without our morning java jolt, caffeine has also become a star player in skincare products. &#8220;Eye gels with active ingredients like caffeine, licorice, and other antioxidants are helpful,&#8221; says Hartman. &#8220;Especially if they are cooled before application.&#8221; Try chilling your favorite caffeine-infused under-eye gels overnight, then apply them in the morning while enjoying your morning coffee.\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item_3-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item mntl-block\">\n<div id=\"list-marker_3-0\" class=\"comp list-marker\"><span class=\"list-marker__index\">03<\/span><span class=\"list-marker__total\">of 10<\/span><\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item__content_3-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item__content mntl-block\">\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_14-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-list-item-title\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> Stay Hydrated <\/span><\/h2>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_15-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> Finney tells us it&#8217;s crucial to stay hydrated for overall health, but one of the more cosmetic reasons is to help keep puffiness at bay. &#8220;When you are dehydrated, your body tries to hold on to all the fluid it can, which could contribute to under-eye puffiness,&#8221; he explains. Studies have found that the ideal water intake is 3000 mL for those assigned male at birth and 2200 mL for those assigned female.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item_4-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item mntl-block\">\n<div id=\"list-marker_4-0\" class=\"comp list-marker\"><span class=\"list-marker__index\">04<\/span><span class=\"list-marker__total\">of 10<\/span><\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item__content_4-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item__content mntl-block\">\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_16-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-list-item-title\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> Invest in a Great Eye Cream <\/span><\/h2>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_17-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> When shopping for under-eye remedies, &#8220;Look for a good moisturizing eye cream with ingredients such as green tea, caffeine, niacinamide, peptides, and other antioxidants, which can help reduce inflammation and constrict blood vessels to reduce puffiness,&#8221; advises Finney.\n<\/p>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_18-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> &#8220;My absolute favorite is Alastin&#8217;s Restorative Eye Treatment ($114), which has\u00a0anti-inflammatory properties [and] contains a peptide that stimulates collagen to help improve wrinkles and other signs of aging,&#8221; he continues. &#8220;The best part is that it is non-irritating. Many eye creams that promise wrinkle reduction contain retinol, and although retinol is great for anti-aging, it can often be irritating in the eye area, given that the skin around the eye is the thinnest and most sensitive anywhere on the body.&#8221;\n<\/p>\n<div id=\"mntl-sc-block_19-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-callout--tips beauty-sc-block-callout mntl-sc-block-callout mntl-block theme-tips\" data-tracking-id=\"mntl-sc-block-callout\" data-tracking-container=\"true\">\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block-callout-heading_3-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block-callout-heading mntl-text-block\">Byrdie Tip<\/p>\n<div id=\"mntl-sc-block-callout-body_3-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block-callout-body mntl-text-block\">\n<p>For an all-natural eye cream to soothe and de-puff eyes, turn to cold aloe vera gel, which contains anti-inflammatory properties. Keep a bottle in your fridge and then apply it as you would any eye cream.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item_5-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item mntl-block\">\n<div id=\"list-marker_5-0\" class=\"comp list-marker\"><span class=\"list-marker__index\">05<\/span><span class=\"list-marker__total\">of 10<\/span><\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item__content_5-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item__content mntl-block\">\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_20-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-list-item-title\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> Use Rollers\u2014Gently <\/span><\/h2>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_21-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> &#8220;[The under-eye area] is one area on the body where our natural drainage system (lymphatic system) for excess fluid is not the best, with some suffering worse than others,&#8221; Finney explains. &#8220;There are\u00a0different ways to accomplish [drainage], including ice rollers (dual action by helping to massage and directly cool the area), jade rollers, etc.&#8221; However, he does warn that &#8220;frequently rubbing the skin in this area can result in discoloration and a wrinkled appearance.&#8221;\n<\/p>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_22-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> Hartman echoes this sentiment: &#8220;Eye rollers are a way to provide a gentle massage to the area and are quite effective if used regularly. Just don&#8217;t apply too much pressure, or it can trigger more inflammation.&#8221;\n<\/p>\n<div id=\"mntl-sc-block_23-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-inlinevideo mntl-sc-block-inlinevideo mntl-block has-details inline-video jw-display-brand-logo video-horizontal\">\n<div id=\"mntl-sc-block-inlinevideo__video-container_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block-inlinevideo__video-container mntl-block\">\n<div id=\"mntl-sc-block-inlinevideo__duration_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block-inlinevideo__duration mntl-block\">\n<div id=\"mntl-text-block_3-0\" class=\"comp mntl-text-block\">0:59<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block-inlinevideo__title_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block-inlinevideo__title mntl-text-block\">Watch Now: How to Get Rid of Puffy Eyes<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item_6-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item mntl-block\">\n<div id=\"list-marker_6-0\" class=\"comp list-marker\"><span class=\"list-marker__index\">06<\/span><span class=\"list-marker__total\">of 10<\/span><\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item__content_6-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item__content mntl-block\">\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_24-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-list-item-title\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> Try a Double Tap or Facial Massage Technique <\/span><\/h2>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_25-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> Did you know that the <em>way<\/em> you apply eye moisturizer affects the state of your under-eye area? &#8220;Rubbing cream or moisturizer on your eyes can cause [them to get] puffy,&#8221; Tobia tells us. &#8220;Instead, try lightly tapping the area of your eyes and massaging the pressure points to encourage lymphatic drainage.&#8221; Hartman agrees, noting that a simple, gentle tapping motion with your ring finger can go a long way toward draining the lymph buildup that causes puffiness.\n<\/p>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_26-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> Tobia instructs: &#8220;Starting with your neck to get the drainage started, drag the backs of your knuckles down along the sides of your neck.\u00a0Then, work your way up your face, sweeping your fingertips outward from the center of your face to your ears. When you reach your eye area, you&#8217;ll want to make sure that you have your fingertips gliding across the bone just under your eye with a feathery touch.&#8221; We recommend using face oil to avoid tugging on your skin.\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item_7-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item mntl-block\">\n<div id=\"list-marker_7-0\" class=\"comp list-marker\"><span class=\"list-marker__index\">07<\/span><span class=\"list-marker__total\">of 10<\/span><\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item__content_7-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item__content mntl-block\">\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_27-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-list-item-title\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> Address Any Allergies <\/span><\/h2>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_28-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> While we welcome spring\u2014with its blooming flowers and pleasant weather\u2014we could do without the allergies that come with it. &#8220;If you have seasonal or other allergies, it is very common to have extra puffiness under your eyes,&#8221; says Finney. His recommendation: &#8220;If you notice a seasonal change in your eyes, try an over-the-counter antihistamine such as Zyrtec or Allegra daily during the time of year when your allergies are heightened.&#8221;\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item_8-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item mntl-block\">\n<div id=\"list-marker_8-0\" class=\"comp list-marker\"><span class=\"list-marker__index\">08<\/span><span class=\"list-marker__total\">of 10<\/span><\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item__content_8-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item__content mntl-block\">\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_29-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-list-item-title\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> Get More Sleep&#8230; <\/span><\/h2>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_30-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> Hartman advises getting eight to 10 hours of sleep per night to help control puffiness. Finney agrees: &#8220;If you are sleep deprived, it usually makes puffiness worse,&#8221; he says.\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item_9-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item mntl-block\">\n<div id=\"list-marker_9-0\" class=\"comp list-marker\"><span class=\"list-marker__index\">09<\/span><span class=\"list-marker__total\">of 10<\/span><\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item__content_9-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item__content mntl-block\">\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_31-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-list-item-title\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> &#8230; and Sleep Elevated <\/span><\/h2>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_32-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> Speaking of sleep: Hartman and Finney recommend keeping your head elevated overnight. &#8220;An often overlooked fix to de-puffing the eye area that can yield amazing results is to simply sleep in a more elevated position,&#8221; says Finney. &#8220;Try adding an extra pillow to help elevate your head and allow the fluid to drain easier at night.&#8221;\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item_10-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item mntl-block\">\n<div id=\"list-marker_10-0\" class=\"comp list-marker\"><span class=\"list-marker__index\">10<\/span><span class=\"list-marker__total\">of 10<\/span><\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item__content_10-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item__content mntl-block\">\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_33-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-list-item-title\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> Consider an In-Office Treatment <\/span><\/h2>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_34-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> If at-home options aren&#8217;t working, consider a professional treatment with a board-certified dermatologist. The ideal treatment for you may vary based on your individual concern, but in general, Hartman says that the best treatment for under-eye puffiness is typically radiofrequency microneedling. &#8220;Radiofrequency microneedling devices like Lutronic Genius insert tiny needles (after the application of a potent numbing cream) that heat the dermal tissue, reduce fat and edema, and tighten the skin to provide a firm, smooth surface,&#8221; he says. Be wary of medical spas offering this treatment; visit a board-certified dermatologist instead.\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"article-outro_1-0\" class=\"comp article-outro mntl-block\">\n<div id=\"mntl-sc-block_35-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-faq--expanded beauty-sc-block-faq mntl-sc-block-faq mntl-block is-expanded\">\n<div id=\"mntl-sc-block-faq__title_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block-faq__title mntl-text-block\">FAQ<\/div>\n<ul id=\"mntl-sc-block-faq__content_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block-faq__content mntl-accordion \" data-tracking-container=\"true\">\n<li class=\"accordion__item js-accordion-item is-active\" data-ordinal=\"1\">\n<div class=\"accordion__header js-accordion-trigger\" id=\"mntl-accordion__item_1-0-section-0\"><span class=\"accordion__title\">How can you decrease eye puffiness naturally?<\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"accordion__body\">\n<div id=\"mntl-accordion__content_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-accordion__content\">\n<div class=\"faq-accordion__item-answer\">\n<p>Applying tools at a cool temperature\u2014such as orbs or spoons\u2014can help you reduce puffiness without any skincare products.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"accordion__item js-accordion-item is-active\" data-ordinal=\"2\">\n<div class=\"accordion__header js-accordion-trigger\" id=\"mntl-accordion__item_2-0-section-1\"><span class=\"accordion__title\">Is there an easy, catch-all way to depuff eyes?<\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"accordion__body\">\n<div id=\"mntl-accordion__content_2-0\" class=\"comp mntl-accordion__content\">\n<div class=\"faq-accordion__item-answer\">\n<p>Our experts agree: There&#8217;s no easy, catch-all fix to de-puff eyes\u2014but investing time in the nine practices above can help you <em>control<\/em> puffiness.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"accordion__item js-accordion-item is-active\" data-ordinal=\"3\">\n<div class=\"accordion__header js-accordion-trigger\" id=\"mntl-accordion__item_3-0-section-2\"><span class=\"accordion__title\">What ingredients help depuff under-eyes?<\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"accordion__body\">\n<div id=\"mntl-accordion__content_3-0\" class=\"comp mntl-accordion__content\">\n<div class=\"faq-accordion__item-answer\">\n<p>Look for products that contain caffeine, green tea, niacinamide, peptides, and other anti-inflammatory ingredients.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"citation-sources_1-0\" class=\"comp citation-sources mntl-article-sources mntl-expandable-block u-article-styles\" data-scroll-offset=\"70\">\n<div class=\"loc toggle-content\">\n<div id=\"mntl-article-sources__wrapper_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-article-sources__wrapper mntl-block\" data-click-tracked=\"true\"><span id=\"mntl-article-sources__heading_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-article-sources__heading mntl-text-block\">Article Sources<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"loc expandable-content\">\n<div id=\"citation-sources__text_1-0\" class=\"comp citation-sources__text mntl-text-block\">Byrdie takes every opportunity to use high-quality sources, including peer-reviewed studies, to support the facts within our articles. Read our editorial guidelines to learn more about how we keep our content accurate, reliable and trustworthy.<\/div>\n<div id=\"mntl-article-sources__citation-sources_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-article-sources__citation-sources mntl-citation-sources mntl-sources\" data-tracking-container=\"true\">\n<ol class=\"mntl-sources__content\">\n<li class=\"mntl-sources__source\" id=\"citation-4\">\n<p>Meinders A-J, Meinders AE. [How much water do we really need to drink?].\u00a0<em>Ned Tijdschr Geneeskd<\/em>. 2010;154:A1757.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"mntl-sources__source\" id=\"citation-3\">\n<p>Penn Medicine. Aloe vera: not just for sunburns. Updated August 2, 2019.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"loc article-post-content\">\n<div id=\"beauty-breadcrumbs--chips_1-0\" class=\"comp beauty-breadcrumbs--chips mntl-universal-breadcrumbs--chips mntl-block\">\n<div id=\"mntl-breadcrumbs__read-more_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-breadcrumbs__read-more mntl-text-block text-title-100\">Read more:<\/div>\n<ul id=\"mntl-universal-breadcrumbs_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-universal-breadcrumbs mntl-block text-label-300 breadcrumbs\" data-tracking-container=\"true\">\n<li id=\"mntl-breadcrumbs__item_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-breadcrumbs__item mntl-block\"><span class=\"link__wrapper\">Skin<\/span><\/li>\n<li id=\"mntl-breadcrumbs__item_2-0\" class=\"comp mntl-breadcrumbs__item mntl-block\"><span class=\"link__wrapper\">Face Care<\/span><\/li>\n<li id=\"mntl-breadcrumbs__item_3-0\" class=\"comp mntl-breadcrumbs__item mntl-block\"><span class=\"link__wrapper\">Eye Care<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/article>\n<div class=\"loc article-content\">\n<div id=\"article__broad-video-jw_1-0\" class=\"comp article__broad-video-jw mntl-jwplayer-broad mntl-block is-hidden\" data-pixel-depth=\"100\">\n<div id=\"mntl-jwplayer-broad__title_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-jwplayer-broad__title mntl-block\"><button id=\"mntl-jwplayer-broad__title-icon--close_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-jwplayer-broad__title-icon--close mntl-block text-label-100\" data-click-tracked=\"false\"><span id=\"mntl-text-block_2-0\" class=\"comp mntl-text-block\">Close<\/span><\/button><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"mntl-block_2-0\" class=\"comp mntl-block article__body right-rail\">\n<div id=\"list-sc_1-0\" class=\"comp list-sc mntl-block\">\n<figure id=\"mntl-universal-primary-image_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-universal-primary-image primary-image\" data-tracking-container=\"true\">\n<div class=\"primary-image__media\">\n<div class=\"img-placeholder\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.byrdie.com\/thmb\/q8ideQ1mgbr6TDIh6h9iIjI5Xis=\/1500x0\/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc():format(webp)\/eye-mask-1-0eaf4572d6ce4b74baa028fa23edda06.jpg\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1500\" alt=\"Person wearing undereye patches touching their face\" class=\" primary-image__image mntl-primary-image--blurry\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.byrdie.com\/thmb\/q8ideQ1mgbr6TDIh6h9iIjI5Xis=\/1500x0\/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc():format(webp)\/eye-mask-1-0eaf4572d6ce4b74baa028fa23edda06.jpg\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1500\" class=\"loaded primary-img--noscript primary-image__image mntl-primary-image--blurry\" alt=\"Person wearing undereye patches touching their face\"><\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption id=\"primary-image__figcap_1-0\" class=\"comp primary-image__figcap mntl-figure-caption figure-article-caption\"><span class=\"figure-article-caption-owner\"><\/p>\n<p>@rhode \/ Instagram<\/p>\n<p><\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<div id=\"toc--list-items_1-0\" class=\"comp toc--list-items toc mntl-toc-list toc--2-col\" data-tracking-container=\"true\">\n<div class=\"toc-container\">\n<p id=\"toc__heading_1-0\" class=\"comp toc__heading mntl-text-block\">In This Article<\/p>\n<div class=\"toc-list__col\"><span class=\"toc-list__item-wrapper\" data-number=\"01\"><br \/>\nWhat Causes Puffy Eyes?<br \/>\n<\/span><span class=\"toc-list__item-wrapper\" data-number=\"02\"><br \/>\nHow to Treat Puffy Eyes<br \/>\n<\/span><span class=\"toc-list__item-wrapper\" data-number=\"03\"><br \/>\nFrequently Asked Questions<br \/>\n<\/span><span class=\"toc-list__item-wrapper\" data-number=\"04\"><br \/>\nUse a Cold Spoons<br \/>\n<\/span><span class=\"toc-list__item-wrapper\" data-number=\"05\"><br \/>\nTry Eye Gels With Caffeine<br \/>\n<\/span><span class=\"toc-list__item-wrapper\" data-number=\"06\"><br \/>\nStay Hydrated<br \/>\n<\/span><span class=\"toc-list__item-wrapper\" data-number=\"07\"><br \/>\nInvest in a Great Eye Cream<br \/>\n<\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"toc-list__col\"><span class=\"toc-list__item-wrapper\" data-number=\"08\"><br \/>\nUse Rollers\u2014Gently<br \/>\n<\/span><span class=\"toc-list__item-wrapper\" data-number=\"09\"><br \/>\nTry a Double Tap or Facial Massage Technique<br \/>\n<\/span><span class=\"toc-list__item-wrapper\" data-number=\"10\"><br \/>\nAddress Any Allergies<br \/>\n<\/span><span class=\"toc-list__item-wrapper\" data-number=\"11\"><br \/>\nGet More Sleep&#8230;<br \/>\n<\/span><span class=\"toc-list__item-wrapper\" data-number=\"12\"><br \/>\n&#8230; and Sleep Elevated<br \/>\n<\/span><span class=\"toc-list__item-wrapper\" data-number=\"13\"><br \/>\nConsider an In-Office Treatment<br \/>\n<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"article-intro_1-0\" class=\"comp article-intro mntl-block\">\n<div id=\"mntl-sc-block_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-callout--finalverdict beauty-sc-block-callout mntl-sc-block-callout mntl-block theme-finalverdict\" data-tracking-id=\"mntl-sc-block-callout\" data-tracking-container=\"true\">\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block-callout-heading_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block-callout-heading mntl-text-block\">Key Takeaways<\/p>\n<div id=\"mntl-sc-block-callout-body_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block-callout-body mntl-text-block\">\n<ul>\n<li>Dermatologists recommend using cold tools like frozen spoons to reduce inflammation and puffiness around the eyes.<\/li>\n<li>Eye gels with caffeine and other antioxidants can help reduce under-eye puffiness, especially when chilled before use.<\/li>\n<li>Lymphatic drainage through gentle tapping or massage techniques can help alleviate puffiness under the eyes.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_2-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> In theory, eating well, drinking water, and getting your eight to nine hours of sleep <em>should<\/em> lead to smooth, bright, under eyes, but sometimes, the under eye puffiness in the AM just does what it wants to do. &#8220;Under-eye changes are inevitable as we all age (dark or bluish discoloration, depressed appearance, puffiness, bags, etc.),&#8221; says board-certified dermatologist Robert Finney, MD. &#8220;And identifying the cause of your under-eye puffiness is required prior to determining how to help treat it.&#8221;\n<\/p>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_3-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> That&#8217;s right: Eye changes might be inevitable, but that doesn&#8217;t mean we can&#8217;t do anything about them. We asked Finney, board-certified dermatologist Corey L. Harman, MD, and licensed esthetician Ali Tobia to break down the causes of\u2014and their best treatments for\u2014puffy eyes. Read on for what they shared.\n<\/p>\n<div id=\"mntl-sc-block_4-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-callout--meetourexpert beauty-sc-block-callout mntl-sc-block-callout mntl-block theme-meetourexpert\" data-tracking-id=\"mntl-sc-block-callout\" data-tracking-container=\"true\">\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block-callout-heading_2-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block-callout-heading mntl-text-block\">Meet the Experts<\/p>\n<div id=\"mntl-sc-block-callout-body_2-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block-callout-body mntl-text-block\">\n<ul>\n<li>Corey L. Hartman, MD, is a board-certified dermatologist and the founder of Skin Wellness Dermatology in Birmingham, AL.<\/li>\n<li>Robert Finney, MD, FAAD, is a board-certified dermatologist and clinical assistant professor at New York University.<\/li>\n<li>Ali Tobia is a licensed esthetician and skincare expert in New York City with over 20 years of professional experience. She is a leading expert at Just Ageless body sculpting and beauty lab.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_5-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> What Causes Puffy Eyes? <\/span><\/h2>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_6-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> &#8220;The eyes are areas of highly specialized skin that are vulnerable to several different systems and susceptible to various changes that affect their appearance,&#8221; says Hartman. He tells us the state of your upper and lower eyelids can be impacted by:\n<\/p>\n<ul id=\"mntl-sc-block_7-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\">\n<li>Genetics<\/li>\n<li>Fluid retention<\/li>\n<li>Allergies<\/li>\n<li>Sun exposure<\/li>\n<li>Lack of sleep<\/li>\n<li>Your diet<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_8-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> How to Treat Puffy Eyes <\/span><\/h2>\n<figure id=\"mntl-sc-block_9-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-image mntl-sc-block-image mntl-sc-block-image--full-width figure-portrait figure-high-res\">\n<div class=\"figure-media\">\n<div class=\"img-placeholder\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"1500\" alt=\"Quick Ways to Calm Puffy Eyes\" class=\"lazyload mntl-image mntl-image universal-image__image\" id=\"mntl-sc-block-image_1-0\" src=\"https:\/\/www.byrdie.com\/thmb\/kJIsZ0AXgsdNDjHX3pyHvHfuD_g=\/1500x0\/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc():format(webp)\/QuickWaystoPuffyoureyes_final_rev-10c4ffe9cdf54b26adf76e72dab41c97.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.byrdie.com\/thmb\/kJIsZ0AXgsdNDjHX3pyHvHfuD_g=\/1500x0\/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc():format(webp)\/QuickWaystoPuffyoureyes_final_rev-10c4ffe9cdf54b26adf76e72dab41c97.png\" width=\"1000\" height=\"1500\" class=\"img--noscript mntl-image mntl-image universal-image__image\" alt=\"Quick Ways to Calm Puffy Eyes\"><\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption id=\"mntl-figure-caption_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-figure-caption text-utility-100 figure-article-caption\"><span class=\"figure-article-caption-owner\">Michela Buttignol\/Byrdie\u00a0<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc__content_1-0\" class=\"comp list-sc__content mntl-sc-page mntl-block\" data-sc-sticky-offset=\"125\" data-sc-ad-label-height=\"15\" data-sc-ad-track-spacing=\"100\" data-sc-min-track-height=\"250\" data-sc-max-track-height=\"600\" data-sc-breakpoint=\"50em\" data-sc-load-immediate=\"5\" data-sc-content-positions=\"[1, 1250, 1, 1, 1, 1, 1, 1, 1]\" data-bind-scroll-on-start=\"true\">\n<div id=\"list-sc-item_1-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item mntl-block\">\n<div id=\"list-marker_1-0\" class=\"comp list-marker\"><span class=\"list-marker__index\">01<\/span><span class=\"list-marker__total\">of 10<\/span><\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item__content_1-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item__content mntl-block\">\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_10-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-list-item-title\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> Use a Cold Spoons <\/span><\/h2>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_11-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> One of our favorite puffy eye hacks involves a tool you already have in your kitchen: spoons. Leave two clean teaspoons in your freezer, and on puffy mornings, simply press them against your eyes for a few minutes. &#8220;This can be done with a spoon kept in the freezer (wet it before applying it to each under-eye area for a few minutes) and will help constrict the vessels and reduce inflammation in the area,&#8221; advises Finney.\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item_2-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item mntl-block\">\n<div id=\"list-marker_2-0\" class=\"comp list-marker\"><span class=\"list-marker__index\">02<\/span><span class=\"list-marker__total\">of 10<\/span><\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item__content_2-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item__content mntl-block\">\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_12-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-list-item-title\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> Try Eye Gels With Caffeine <\/span><\/h2>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_13-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> While we couldn&#8217;t do without our morning java jolt, caffeine has also become a star player in skincare products. &#8220;Eye gels with active ingredients like caffeine, licorice, and other antioxidants are helpful,&#8221; says Hartman. &#8220;Especially if they are cooled before application.&#8221; Try chilling your favorite caffeine-infused under-eye gels overnight, then apply them in the morning while enjoying your morning coffee.\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item_3-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item mntl-block\">\n<div id=\"list-marker_3-0\" class=\"comp list-marker\"><span class=\"list-marker__index\">03<\/span><span class=\"list-marker__total\">of 10<\/span><\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item__content_3-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item__content mntl-block\">\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_14-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-list-item-title\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> Stay Hydrated <\/span><\/h2>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_15-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> Finney tells us it&#8217;s crucial to stay hydrated for overall health, but one of the more cosmetic reasons is to help keep puffiness at bay. &#8220;When you are dehydrated, your body tries to hold on to all the fluid it can, which could contribute to under-eye puffiness,&#8221; he explains. Studies have found that the ideal water intake is 3000 mL for those assigned male at birth and 2200 mL for those assigned female.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item_4-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item mntl-block\">\n<div id=\"list-marker_4-0\" class=\"comp list-marker\"><span class=\"list-marker__index\">04<\/span><span class=\"list-marker__total\">of 10<\/span><\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item__content_4-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item__content mntl-block\">\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_16-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-list-item-title\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> Invest in a Great Eye Cream <\/span><\/h2>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_17-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> When shopping for under-eye remedies, &#8220;Look for a good moisturizing eye cream with ingredients such as green tea, caffeine, niacinamide, peptides, and other antioxidants, which can help reduce inflammation and constrict blood vessels to reduce puffiness,&#8221; advises Finney.\n<\/p>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_18-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> &#8220;My absolute favorite is Alastin&#8217;s Restorative Eye Treatment ($114), which has\u00a0anti-inflammatory properties [and] contains a peptide that stimulates collagen to help improve wrinkles and other signs of aging,&#8221; he continues. &#8220;The best part is that it is non-irritating. Many eye creams that promise wrinkle reduction contain retinol, and although retinol is great for anti-aging, it can often be irritating in the eye area, given that the skin around the eye is the thinnest and most sensitive anywhere on the body.&#8221;\n<\/p>\n<div id=\"mntl-sc-block_19-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-callout--tips beauty-sc-block-callout mntl-sc-block-callout mntl-block theme-tips\" data-tracking-id=\"mntl-sc-block-callout\" data-tracking-container=\"true\">\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block-callout-heading_3-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block-callout-heading mntl-text-block\">Byrdie Tip<\/p>\n<div id=\"mntl-sc-block-callout-body_3-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block-callout-body mntl-text-block\">\n<p>For an all-natural eye cream to soothe and de-puff eyes, turn to cold aloe vera gel, which contains anti-inflammatory properties. Keep a bottle in your fridge and then apply it as you would any eye cream.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item_5-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item mntl-block\">\n<div id=\"list-marker_5-0\" class=\"comp list-marker\"><span class=\"list-marker__index\">05<\/span><span class=\"list-marker__total\">of 10<\/span><\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item__content_5-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item__content mntl-block\">\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_20-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-list-item-title\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> Use Rollers\u2014Gently <\/span><\/h2>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_21-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> &#8220;[The under-eye area] is one area on the body where our natural drainage system (lymphatic system) for excess fluid is not the best, with some suffering worse than others,&#8221; Finney explains. &#8220;There are\u00a0different ways to accomplish [drainage], including ice rollers (dual action by helping to massage and directly cool the area), jade rollers, etc.&#8221; However, he does warn that &#8220;frequently rubbing the skin in this area can result in discoloration and a wrinkled appearance.&#8221;\n<\/p>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_22-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> Hartman echoes this sentiment: &#8220;Eye rollers are a way to provide a gentle massage to the area and are quite effective if used regularly. Just don&#8217;t apply too much pressure, or it can trigger more inflammation.&#8221;\n<\/p>\n<div id=\"mntl-sc-block_23-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-inlinevideo mntl-sc-block-inlinevideo mntl-block has-details inline-video jw-display-brand-logo video-horizontal\">\n<div id=\"mntl-sc-block-inlinevideo__video-container_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block-inlinevideo__video-container mntl-block\">\n<div id=\"mntl-sc-block-inlinevideo__duration_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block-inlinevideo__duration mntl-block\">\n<div id=\"mntl-text-block_3-0\" class=\"comp mntl-text-block\">0:59<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block-inlinevideo__title_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block-inlinevideo__title mntl-text-block\">Watch Now: How to Get Rid of Puffy Eyes<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item_6-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item mntl-block\">\n<div id=\"list-marker_6-0\" class=\"comp list-marker\"><span class=\"list-marker__index\">06<\/span><span class=\"list-marker__total\">of 10<\/span><\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item__content_6-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item__content mntl-block\">\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_24-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-list-item-title\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> Try a Double Tap or Facial Massage Technique <\/span><\/h2>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_25-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> Did you know that the <em>way<\/em> you apply eye moisturizer affects the state of your under-eye area? &#8220;Rubbing cream or moisturizer on your eyes can cause [them to get] puffy,&#8221; Tobia tells us. &#8220;Instead, try lightly tapping the area of your eyes and massaging the pressure points to encourage lymphatic drainage.&#8221; Hartman agrees, noting that a simple, gentle tapping motion with your ring finger can go a long way toward draining the lymph buildup that causes puffiness.\n<\/p>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_26-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> Tobia instructs: &#8220;Starting with your neck to get the drainage started, drag the backs of your knuckles down along the sides of your neck.\u00a0Then, work your way up your face, sweeping your fingertips outward from the center of your face to your ears. When you reach your eye area, you&#8217;ll want to make sure that you have your fingertips gliding across the bone just under your eye with a feathery touch.&#8221; We recommend using face oil to avoid tugging on your skin.\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item_7-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item mntl-block\">\n<div id=\"list-marker_7-0\" class=\"comp list-marker\"><span class=\"list-marker__index\">07<\/span><span class=\"list-marker__total\">of 10<\/span><\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item__content_7-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item__content mntl-block\">\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_27-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-list-item-title\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> Address Any Allergies <\/span><\/h2>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_28-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> While we welcome spring\u2014with its blooming flowers and pleasant weather\u2014we could do without the allergies that come with it. &#8220;If you have seasonal or other allergies, it is very common to have extra puffiness under your eyes,&#8221; says Finney. His recommendation: &#8220;If you notice a seasonal change in your eyes, try an over-the-counter antihistamine such as Zyrtec or Allegra daily during the time of year when your allergies are heightened.&#8221;\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item_8-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item mntl-block\">\n<div id=\"list-marker_8-0\" class=\"comp list-marker\"><span class=\"list-marker__index\">08<\/span><span class=\"list-marker__total\">of 10<\/span><\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item__content_8-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item__content mntl-block\">\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_29-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-list-item-title\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> Get More Sleep&#8230; <\/span><\/h2>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_30-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> Hartman advises getting eight to 10 hours of sleep per night to help control puffiness. Finney agrees: &#8220;If you are sleep deprived, it usually makes puffiness worse,&#8221; he says.\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item_9-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item mntl-block\">\n<div id=\"list-marker_9-0\" class=\"comp list-marker\"><span class=\"list-marker__index\">09<\/span><span class=\"list-marker__total\">of 10<\/span><\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item__content_9-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item__content mntl-block\">\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_31-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-list-item-title\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> &#8230; and Sleep Elevated <\/span><\/h2>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_32-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> Speaking of sleep: Hartman and Finney recommend keeping your head elevated overnight. &#8220;An often overlooked fix to de-puffing the eye area that can yield amazing results is to simply sleep in a more elevated position,&#8221; says Finney. &#8220;Try adding an extra pillow to help elevate your head and allow the fluid to drain easier at night.&#8221;\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item_10-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item mntl-block\">\n<div id=\"list-marker_10-0\" class=\"comp list-marker\"><span class=\"list-marker__index\">10<\/span><span class=\"list-marker__total\">of 10<\/span><\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item__content_10-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item__content mntl-block\">\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_33-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-list-item-title\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> Consider an In-Office Treatment <\/span><\/h2>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_34-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> If at-home options aren&#8217;t working, consider a professional treatment with a board-certified dermatologist. The ideal treatment for you may vary based on your individual concern, but in general, Hartman says that the best treatment for under-eye puffiness is typically radiofrequency microneedling. &#8220;Radiofrequency microneedling devices like Lutronic Genius insert tiny needles (after the application of a potent numbing cream) that heat the dermal tissue, reduce fat and edema, and tighten the skin to provide a firm, smooth surface,&#8221; he says. Be wary of medical spas offering this treatment; visit a board-certified dermatologist instead.\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"article-outro_1-0\" class=\"comp article-outro mntl-block\">\n<div id=\"mntl-sc-block_35-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-faq--expanded beauty-sc-block-faq mntl-sc-block-faq mntl-block is-expanded\">\n<div id=\"mntl-sc-block-faq__title_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block-faq__title mntl-text-block\">FAQ<\/div>\n<ul id=\"mntl-sc-block-faq__content_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block-faq__content mntl-accordion \" data-tracking-container=\"true\">\n<li class=\"accordion__item js-accordion-item is-active\" data-ordinal=\"1\">\n<div class=\"accordion__header js-accordion-trigger\" id=\"mntl-accordion__item_1-0-section-0\"><span class=\"accordion__title\">How can you decrease eye puffiness naturally?<\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"accordion__body\">\n<div id=\"mntl-accordion__content_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-accordion__content\">\n<div class=\"faq-accordion__item-answer\">\n<p>Applying tools at a cool temperature\u2014such as orbs or spoons\u2014can help you reduce puffiness without any skincare products.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"accordion__item js-accordion-item is-active\" data-ordinal=\"2\">\n<div class=\"accordion__header js-accordion-trigger\" id=\"mntl-accordion__item_2-0-section-1\"><span class=\"accordion__title\">Is there an easy, catch-all way to depuff eyes?<\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"accordion__body\">\n<div id=\"mntl-accordion__content_2-0\" class=\"comp mntl-accordion__content\">\n<div class=\"faq-accordion__item-answer\">\n<p>Our experts agree: There&#8217;s no easy, catch-all fix to de-puff eyes\u2014but investing time in the nine practices above can help you <em>control<\/em> puffiness.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"accordion__item js-accordion-item is-active\" data-ordinal=\"3\">\n<div class=\"accordion__header js-accordion-trigger\" id=\"mntl-accordion__item_3-0-section-2\"><span class=\"accordion__title\">What ingredients help depuff under-eyes?<\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"accordion__body\">\n<div id=\"mntl-accordion__content_3-0\" class=\"comp mntl-accordion__content\">\n<div class=\"faq-accordion__item-answer\">\n<p>Look for products that contain caffeine, green tea, niacinamide, peptides, and other anti-inflammatory ingredients.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"citation-sources_1-0\" class=\"comp citation-sources mntl-article-sources mntl-expandable-block u-article-styles\" data-scroll-offset=\"70\">\n<div class=\"loc toggle-content\">\n<div id=\"mntl-article-sources__wrapper_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-article-sources__wrapper mntl-block\" data-click-tracked=\"true\"><span id=\"mntl-article-sources__heading_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-article-sources__heading mntl-text-block\">Article Sources<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"loc expandable-content\">\n<div id=\"citation-sources__text_1-0\" class=\"comp citation-sources__text mntl-text-block\">Byrdie takes every opportunity to use high-quality sources, including peer-reviewed studies, to support the facts within our articles. Read our editorial guidelines to learn more about how we keep our content accurate, reliable and trustworthy.<\/div>\n<div id=\"mntl-article-sources__citation-sources_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-article-sources__citation-sources mntl-citation-sources mntl-sources\" data-tracking-container=\"true\">\n<ol class=\"mntl-sources__content\">\n<li class=\"mntl-sources__source\" id=\"citation-4\">\n<p>Meinders A-J, Meinders AE. [How much water do we really need to drink?].\u00a0<em>Ned Tijdschr Geneeskd<\/em>. 2010;154:A1757.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"mntl-sources__source\" id=\"citation-3\">\n<p>Penn Medicine. Aloe vera: not just for sunburns. Updated August 2, 2019.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc__content_1-0\" class=\"comp list-sc__content mntl-sc-page mntl-block\" data-sc-sticky-offset=\"125\" data-sc-ad-label-height=\"15\" data-sc-ad-track-spacing=\"100\" data-sc-min-track-height=\"250\" data-sc-max-track-height=\"600\" data-sc-breakpoint=\"50em\" data-sc-load-immediate=\"5\" data-sc-content-positions=\"[1, 1250, 1, 1, 1, 1, 1, 1, 1]\" data-bind-scroll-on-start=\"true\">\n<div id=\"list-sc-item_1-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item mntl-block\">\n<div id=\"list-marker_1-0\" class=\"comp list-marker\"><span class=\"list-marker__index\">01<\/span><span class=\"list-marker__total\">of 10<\/span><\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item__content_1-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item__content mntl-block\">\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_10-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-list-item-title\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> Use a Cold Spoons <\/span><\/h2>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_11-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> One of our favorite puffy eye hacks involves a tool you already have in your kitchen: spoons. Leave two clean teaspoons in your freezer, and on puffy mornings, simply press them against your eyes for a few minutes. &#8220;This can be done with a spoon kept in the freezer (wet it before applying it to each under-eye area for a few minutes) and will help constrict the vessels and reduce inflammation in the area,&#8221; advises Finney.\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item_2-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item mntl-block\">\n<div id=\"list-marker_2-0\" class=\"comp list-marker\"><span class=\"list-marker__index\">02<\/span><span class=\"list-marker__total\">of 10<\/span><\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item__content_2-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item__content mntl-block\">\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_12-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-list-item-title\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> Try Eye Gels With Caffeine <\/span><\/h2>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_13-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> While we couldn&#8217;t do without our morning java jolt, caffeine has also become a star player in skincare products. &#8220;Eye gels with active ingredients like caffeine, licorice, and other antioxidants are helpful,&#8221; says Hartman. &#8220;Especially if they are cooled before application.&#8221; Try chilling your favorite caffeine-infused under-eye gels overnight, then apply them in the morning while enjoying your morning coffee.\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item_3-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item mntl-block\">\n<div id=\"list-marker_3-0\" class=\"comp list-marker\"><span class=\"list-marker__index\">03<\/span><span class=\"list-marker__total\">of 10<\/span><\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item__content_3-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item__content mntl-block\">\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_14-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-list-item-title\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> Stay Hydrated <\/span><\/h2>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_15-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> Finney tells us it&#8217;s crucial to stay hydrated for overall health, but one of the more cosmetic reasons is to help keep puffiness at bay. &#8220;When you are dehydrated, your body tries to hold on to all the fluid it can, which could contribute to under-eye puffiness,&#8221; he explains. Studies have found that the ideal water intake is 3000 mL for those assigned male at birth and 2200 mL for those assigned female.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item_4-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item mntl-block\">\n<div id=\"list-marker_4-0\" class=\"comp list-marker\"><span class=\"list-marker__index\">04<\/span><span class=\"list-marker__total\">of 10<\/span><\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item__content_4-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item__content mntl-block\">\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_16-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-list-item-title\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> Invest in a Great Eye Cream <\/span><\/h2>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_17-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> When shopping for under-eye remedies, &#8220;Look for a good moisturizing eye cream with ingredients such as green tea, caffeine, niacinamide, peptides, and other antioxidants, which can help reduce inflammation and constrict blood vessels to reduce puffiness,&#8221; advises Finney.\n<\/p>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_18-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> &#8220;My absolute favorite is Alastin&#8217;s Restorative Eye Treatment ($114), which has\u00a0anti-inflammatory properties [and] contains a peptide that stimulates collagen to help improve wrinkles and other signs of aging,&#8221; he continues. &#8220;The best part is that it is non-irritating. Many eye creams that promise wrinkle reduction contain retinol, and although retinol is great for anti-aging, it can often be irritating in the eye area, given that the skin around the eye is the thinnest and most sensitive anywhere on the body.&#8221;\n<\/p>\n<div id=\"mntl-sc-block_19-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-callout--tips beauty-sc-block-callout mntl-sc-block-callout mntl-block theme-tips\" data-tracking-id=\"mntl-sc-block-callout\" data-tracking-container=\"true\">\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block-callout-heading_3-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block-callout-heading mntl-text-block\">Byrdie Tip<\/p>\n<div id=\"mntl-sc-block-callout-body_3-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block-callout-body mntl-text-block\">\n<p>For an all-natural eye cream to soothe and de-puff eyes, turn to cold aloe vera gel, which contains anti-inflammatory properties. Keep a bottle in your fridge and then apply it as you would any eye cream.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item_5-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item mntl-block\">\n<div id=\"list-marker_5-0\" class=\"comp list-marker\"><span class=\"list-marker__index\">05<\/span><span class=\"list-marker__total\">of 10<\/span><\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item__content_5-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item__content mntl-block\">\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_20-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-list-item-title\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> Use Rollers\u2014Gently <\/span><\/h2>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_21-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> &#8220;[The under-eye area] is one area on the body where our natural drainage system (lymphatic system) for excess fluid is not the best, with some suffering worse than others,&#8221; Finney explains. &#8220;There are\u00a0different ways to accomplish [drainage], including ice rollers (dual action by helping to massage and directly cool the area), jade rollers, etc.&#8221; However, he does warn that &#8220;frequently rubbing the skin in this area can result in discoloration and a wrinkled appearance.&#8221;\n<\/p>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_22-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> Hartman echoes this sentiment: &#8220;Eye rollers are a way to provide a gentle massage to the area and are quite effective if used regularly. Just don&#8217;t apply too much pressure, or it can trigger more inflammation.&#8221;\n<\/p>\n<div id=\"mntl-sc-block_23-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-inlinevideo mntl-sc-block-inlinevideo mntl-block has-details inline-video jw-display-brand-logo video-horizontal\">\n<div id=\"mntl-sc-block-inlinevideo__video-container_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block-inlinevideo__video-container mntl-block\">\n<div id=\"mntl-sc-block-inlinevideo__duration_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block-inlinevideo__duration mntl-block\">\n<div id=\"mntl-text-block_3-0\" class=\"comp mntl-text-block\">0:59<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block-inlinevideo__title_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block-inlinevideo__title mntl-text-block\">Watch Now: How to Get Rid of Puffy Eyes<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item_6-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item mntl-block\">\n<div id=\"list-marker_6-0\" class=\"comp list-marker\"><span class=\"list-marker__index\">06<\/span><span class=\"list-marker__total\">of 10<\/span><\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item__content_6-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item__content mntl-block\">\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_24-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-list-item-title\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> Try a Double Tap or Facial Massage Technique <\/span><\/h2>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_25-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> Did you know that the <em>way<\/em> you apply eye moisturizer affects the state of your under-eye area? &#8220;Rubbing cream or moisturizer on your eyes can cause [them to get] puffy,&#8221; Tobia tells us. &#8220;Instead, try lightly tapping the area of your eyes and massaging the pressure points to encourage lymphatic drainage.&#8221; Hartman agrees, noting that a simple, gentle tapping motion with your ring finger can go a long way toward draining the lymph buildup that causes puffiness.\n<\/p>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_26-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> Tobia instructs: &#8220;Starting with your neck to get the drainage started, drag the backs of your knuckles down along the sides of your neck.\u00a0Then, work your way up your face, sweeping your fingertips outward from the center of your face to your ears. When you reach your eye area, you&#8217;ll want to make sure that you have your fingertips gliding across the bone just under your eye with a feathery touch.&#8221; We recommend using face oil to avoid tugging on your skin.\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item_7-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item mntl-block\">\n<div id=\"list-marker_7-0\" class=\"comp list-marker\"><span class=\"list-marker__index\">07<\/span><span class=\"list-marker__total\">of 10<\/span><\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item__content_7-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item__content mntl-block\">\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_27-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-list-item-title\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> Address Any Allergies <\/span><\/h2>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_28-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> While we welcome spring\u2014with its blooming flowers and pleasant weather\u2014we could do without the allergies that come with it. &#8220;If you have seasonal or other allergies, it is very common to have extra puffiness under your eyes,&#8221; says Finney. His recommendation: &#8220;If you notice a seasonal change in your eyes, try an over-the-counter antihistamine such as Zyrtec or Allegra daily during the time of year when your allergies are heightened.&#8221;\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item_8-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item mntl-block\">\n<div id=\"list-marker_8-0\" class=\"comp list-marker\"><span class=\"list-marker__index\">08<\/span><span class=\"list-marker__total\">of 10<\/span><\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item__content_8-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item__content mntl-block\">\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_29-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-list-item-title\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> Get More Sleep&#8230; <\/span><\/h2>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_30-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> Hartman advises getting eight to 10 hours of sleep per night to help control puffiness. Finney agrees: &#8220;If you are sleep deprived, it usually makes puffiness worse,&#8221; he says.\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item_9-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item mntl-block\">\n<div id=\"list-marker_9-0\" class=\"comp list-marker\"><span class=\"list-marker__index\">09<\/span><span class=\"list-marker__total\">of 10<\/span><\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item__content_9-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item__content mntl-block\">\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_31-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-list-item-title\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> &#8230; and Sleep Elevated <\/span><\/h2>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_32-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> Speaking of sleep: Hartman and Finney recommend keeping your head elevated overnight. &#8220;An often overlooked fix to de-puffing the eye area that can yield amazing results is to simply sleep in a more elevated position,&#8221; says Finney. &#8220;Try adding an extra pillow to help elevate your head and allow the fluid to drain easier at night.&#8221;\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item_10-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item mntl-block\">\n<div id=\"list-marker_10-0\" class=\"comp list-marker\"><span class=\"list-marker__index\">10<\/span><span class=\"list-marker__total\">of 10<\/span><\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item__content_10-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item__content mntl-block\">\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_33-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-list-item-title\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> Consider an In-Office Treatment <\/span><\/h2>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_34-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> If at-home options aren&#8217;t working, consider a professional treatment with a board-certified dermatologist. The ideal treatment for you may vary based on your individual concern, but in general, Hartman says that the best treatment for under-eye puffiness is typically radiofrequency microneedling. &#8220;Radiofrequency microneedling devices like Lutronic Genius insert tiny needles (after the application of a potent numbing cream) that heat the dermal tissue, reduce fat and edema, and tighten the skin to provide a firm, smooth surface,&#8221; he says. Be wary of medical spas offering this treatment; visit a board-certified dermatologist instead.\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>[analyse_source url=&#8221;https:\/\/www.byrdie.com\/get-rid-of-puffy-eyes-11899090&#8243;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>[analyse_image type=&#8221;featured&#8221; src=&#8221;https:\/\/www.byrdie.com\/thmb\/Bo3TXUwMMIBQuqKNfS20a1rDAXQ=\/1500&#215;0\/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc()\/eye-mask-2-6d26fa73381e49ee8aef09ca5b632949.jpg&#8221;] 10 Ways to Treat Puffy Eyes, According to Dermatologists Plus, why you&#8217;re puffing to begin with. By Holly Rhue Holly Rhue Holly Rhue is the editorial director for Byrdie, covering all things beauty for the brand. She has 7 years of experience in beauty editorial and has been with Byrdie since 2019. 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