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Causes of baggy eyes - what can be doneThe causes of baggy eyes are legion and although some cosmetic products, like our Rejuvenating Eye Cream and Instant Eye Lift Gel can work wonders on them, it is also of interest to look at some of the causes, and what could be done to prevent them.
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This unfortunately is not the case, and although specialized skincare products can help to minimize baggy eyes, there are also other factors to consider.
There are however other factors to look at, and for your convenience we have listed them below: Thyroid problems
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In our Rejuvenating Eye Cream we actually use three ingredients to look at this particular problem – the various patented ingredients like Eyeseryl and the extract of the humble Horse Chestnut – which has also shown in clinical tests to improve venous health and to prevent capillary fragility and the incorrect permeability that accompany it. |
If you are ingesting a lot of salt, either directly or indirectly, it could add to your problem with water retention. Try and cut down on eating raw salt, and check food labels as well, as processed food can contain large amounts of salt - check for sodium on the label.
Although orthodox Western allopathic medicine does not always believe in the benefits of going on a detoxifying diet, many people have experienced the positive effect that a detoxifying diet can have on their bodies and their looks.
It would be best to check with your medical professional before going on such a diet, but a break in your normal diet pattern, and giving your body a bit of a break, could do you the world of good.
You might not smoke yourself, but even secondary smoke can be a contributing factor to the problem.
If you are surrounded by smokers, try and introduce as much fresh air as possible, and if you smoke yourself, supplement with (you guessed it!) extra vitamin C, as smoking kills off large amounts of this vitamin, every time you light up.
Allergies may be one of the main culprits in causing your problem. You may not have a major medical reaction to an allergen, such as wheezing, coughing, sneezing or a closed chest - you could simple have a slightly stuffy nose.
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For this reason we included Cornflower extract in our Rejuvenating Eye Cream as it acts as a soothing compound for irritation. |
It seems that allergies are becoming more and more prevalent - and although some medical people might not agree, our un-healthy, stressed filled lives, surrounded by chemicals additives and preservatives, and environmental pollutants, are contributing factors to the increase of allergies.
The reason for this statement is the fact that with so many stressors or triggers around, the body simply cannot cope with the large amount of gunk, and gives up the fight, with the resultant allergic conditions.
Tests can be done to determine environmental or food allergies. These could be a simple skin scratch test, a blood test or more alternative types of testing, such as a muscle resistant test or a heart pulse test.
If you have any of the tests done, and they come up positive for any item that you could avoid as far as possible, go the extra mile and try to cut the allergen out of your sphere of living - be that either an environmental allergen or a food allergy. Environmental allergies are sometimes difficult to fight - if you suffer from a dust mite allergy for instance, you will have to ensure that your house if virtually dust proof, and that all drapes, mattresses, carpets and all other soft furnishings are treated with a mite and dust controlling solution, and that air conditioning filters are kept spotlessly clean.
If you are allergic to seasonal items, such as pollen, you could ask your medical practitioner for assistance during that time, with an allergy-fighting drug of some sort - but be careful of medication containing cortisone - as this ingredient may cause more problems than it cures. And once again, look at vitamin C to assist in fighting allergies - this humble supplement can help alleviate the symptoms to a great degree.
For more information on preservatives as used in cosmetic skin care products, please click here.
If you apply eye cream, or any facial cream incorrectly, it may cause puffiness - especially in the morning. Make sure the creams are not applied to the center corner (near your nose) of your eyes, as the cream could enter your eye and block a tear duct, which could cause puffiness.
Our Rejuvenating Eye Cream will not cause such a reaction.
If you find that your eyes are puffier in the morning, have a look at increasing the height of your pillows, by adding another cushion when going to bed. The raising of your head could assist with draining excess fluids.
Facial massage, and specially massage treatment around the problem area can assist in draining of fluids, and although massage can be most beneficial - it must be done correctly, with concentration and not be rushed through.
First clean your face well and then use a very light textured oil or cream as massage medium to prevent stretching or stressing this fragile skin.
You might want to look at almond oil, since this oil is wonderfully emollient, without being heavy and greasy. Another oil that you might consider is jojoba oil.
You could also look at massaging with plain aqueous cream, since it is very economical and is also great to work with.
When doing facial massage, keep your touch soft and under no circumstances stretch the skin - it must be done gently. If you have long hair, tie it away from your face before doing any facial massage to prevent the oil or cream getting into your hair.
When you are finished doing the massage, remove all oil by washing with a good gentle cleanser, or blot it with a tissue.
For more on facial massage please click here.
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