What are the quick and long-term solutions for reducing eye bags?

Are you troubled by eye bags or dark circles? Eye bags are a natural effect of aging, but can also be caused by lack of sleep, allergies, and lifestyle habits that promote fluid retention. Eye bags are one of the main concerns when applying makeup because they can make a person look tired or unwell. Here's how to reduce the appearance of eye bags with quick fixes, long-term solutions, and permanent cosmetic fixes.

Quick remedy for eye bags

1. Drink plenty of water. Eye bags are often caused by the high salt concentration around the eyes, which retains a lot of water. You may have woken up with bags under your eyes the next day after eating a salty dinner or crying; whether it's from tears or food, salt draws water to your face, where it collects under your eyes.

1) Dilute the salt in the body by drinking plenty of water. Avoid eating salty foods the following day.

2) Avoid beverages that can dehydrate you, such as coffee or alcohol.

2. Use something cool to soothe your eyes. You may have heard that applying cucumber slices can help reduce eye bags, but it’s actually the cool temperature that soothes your eyes. Cucumbers, in any shape, size, or texture, are the perfect solution for under-eye bags, so go ahead and slice them up—just remember to chill them in the fridge first.

If you don't have cucumbers, wet a few tea bags, cool them in the freezer or refrigerator, and place them over your eyes. Try soothing teas like chamomile or peppermint to get the benefits of aromatherapy at the same time.

3. Apply concealer. Using a little makeup to cover up under-eye bags and dark circles is the quickest and most effective way in the short term. The right makeup can go a long way to reduce the appearance of eye bags and keep you looking fresh all day long. You can conceal your concealer with makeup by following these steps:

Choose a concealer that matches your skin tone. If you have dark under-eye bags, you can also use a slightly lighter shade. Apply concealer with your fingers or a cotton ball, remembering to pat, not rub, into your skin. Makeup that stays on the surface of your skin can be more effective in hiding your eye bags.

Applying a little powder after concealer can help set your makeup throughout the day. Use a blush brush to apply a little matte powder (no glitter) underneath your eyes.