Treatment for baggy eyes - what can be done
It would be wonderful if there was one simple answer to this question, or that it could be removed by a single miracle cream that works every time on everybody .
This unfortunately is not the case, and although specialized skincare products can help to minimize the problem, there are also other factors to consider.
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There are however other factors to look at, and for your convenience we have listed them below:
Thyroid problems 
People suffering with a thyroid dysfunction (also referred to as a goiter) normally suffer from this problem and if you are in any way unsure if your thyroid is the problem, it is best to consult your medical practitioner immediately.
Aging, nutrition and the treatment of baggy eyes
During aging the skin starts to lose its elasticity, and especially so in the case of the ultra thin skin around your eyes. Nutrition is one of the ways to fight the ravages of age, and poor nutrition will promptly show up on your skin, as being aging.
Your body needs vitamin C for the skin to synthesize collagen, the part of the skin that lends support and stability to it, and without it being present in the body, collagen cannot be synthesized. Should your diet be lacking in vitamin C, a vitamin supplement may be considered. For more information on vitamin C, please click here to visit www.anyvitamins.com
Tiredness and its effect on the treatment of baggy eyes
Plain tiredness will hamper the treatment of baggy eyes and also make you look less than vital in general and will visually add years to your face. Your skin tone will also be off, and a pasty pallid complexion could be present.
Ocular strain from working on a computer terminal, focusing on paper for long periods, watching television, or doing very fine handwork, can also add to the problem. Over-the-counter or prescription drops could help with bloodshot eyes, but will not relax and soothe the skin around the eyes.
One way to help relieve tiredness, is to take two teabags, place in a cup, and pour boiling water over them. Remove the bags with a spoon after the tealeaves starts giving off their color, and place them in a saucer. Cover the teabags with plastic kitchen wrap, to prevent them drying out, and place in your refrigerator to cool down.
After they have cooled down, (but not too cold, as too cold could cause damage) remove from the fridge and place on your closed eyelids. When doing this during the day, close your drapes, or if doing it at night, switch off your lights. During this rest period also turn down your television. Relax your eyes for at least 20 - 30 minutes.
Exercises and the treatment of baggy eyes
Exercises can also be of benefit to combat this problem, but if unsure about it, first check with your optometrist or health care professional before starting any exercises.
Sit relaxed, breath normally but deeply and focus on a spot above the bridge of your nose. Keep looking at this spot for a count of five, and then relax the eyes. Next look at the tip of your nose, also to the count of five and relax.
The following can also be done: Look straight in front of you and while inhaling look right as far as possible, without turning your head, and when exhaling, look to the front of you again. When next inhaling look as far left as possible without turning your head, and when exhaling look to the front. Repeat three times.
Fluid retention
Fluid retention can be a major cause of the problem, and here you will have to look at your general health and any other underlying medical condition. Diuretic pills (to remove excess water from your body) can be helpful, but many people do have side effects from them.
Vitamin C is a natural diuretic and an increased intake of this vitamin will not only help in removing excess water from your body, but will also help with collagen formation as discussed above.
Salt or sodium
If you are ingesting a lot of salt, either directly or indirectly, it could add to your problems 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.
Toxicity
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.
Smoking, secondary smoke and the treatment of baggy eyes
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 amount of this vitamin, every time you light up.
Allergies
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, couching, sneezing or a closed chest - you could simple have a slightly stuffy nose.
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.
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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 resultant allergic conditions.
Tests can be done to determine environmental or food allergies. These tests can comprise 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 of either environmental or food origin.
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 for 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 solves.
And once again, look at vitamin C to assist in fighting allergies - this humble little supplement can help alleviate the symptoms to a great degree.
Facial creams and the treatment of baggy eyes
If you apply certain eye cream, or any facial creams (specially if they are heavy and thick formulations) 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.
The way you sleep
If you find that you 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 the treatment of baggy eyes
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.
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