Home Treatment for Under Eye Bags

Under eye bags can have many causes, including sleep deficit, dehydration, poor eating habits and overall lifestyle. The skin under your eye is very thin, and when bags begin to form it is easily noticeable. It is very important when treating under eye bags to address the underlying cause rather than keep covering them up.

Moisture and Dehydration

• The first step in treating under eye bags is to get a sufficient amount of sleep. The body has the ability to heal itself while sleeping, because it releases an antioxidant called melatonin that fights off free radicals, which can be harmful.
  Dehydration may be a cause of under eye bags. Keep the skin under your eyes moisturized. The first step is to use lemon juice to remove the dead skin under your eye. The acid medium in lemon juice breaks down the dead skin, which is bound together by protein. Rub the lemon juice under your eye, then wash it off.
  The next step is to use a moisturizing lotion under your eyes. It may be helpful to use aloe after the lotion to lock in the moisture. Massaging the skin under your eye is very helpful to improve the circulation under the skin. Cucumbers retain an excellent amount of moisture. Dip two slices of cucumber into fresh lemon juice and apply them to your closed eyes to remove the dead skin and add moisture under your eyes. Always wash your face with cool water, because warm water promotes puffiness.
  Hemorrhoid ointments are good for dark circles, because they tighten the skin cells and lift the bags under your eyes.

Natural herbs and Vitamins

• Some herbs are known to improve circulation, including ginseng, gynostemma, chamomile, dill and rosemary. These herbs work to distribute oxygen to your tissues, which improves the blood flow under the eye. Vitamin C, zinc and copper help keep the skin under your eyes tight. These agents work to create elastin, which works against puffiness.

Lifestyle

• Don't smoke. It limits the amount of oxygen and blood supply to vital tissues in your body by causing your blood vessels to constrict. Eat healthy and limit exposure to UV rays to allow your body to naturally produce the essentials needed to prevent under eye bags.