Eye Area Concerns: Puffiness

As we naturally age, a hollow area called a tear trough can form beneath our eyes causing under-eye swelling or bags. Puffiness around the eyes can also be caused by genetic factors, or it can be caused by internal problems within our bodies such as kidney disease. Another cause is eczema or dermatitis, which can lead to temporary puffiness around the eyes.

Eye puffiness can be identified by

• Swollen appearance
• Baggy or droopy eyelids
• Sensation of heaviness

Treatment tips that can help with eye area puffiness

Prescription

• Plastic surgery could be considered
• Topical corticosteroid creams
• Topical calcineurin inhibitors
• Oral antihistamines

Non-Prescription

• Avoid scratching/rubbing the eye area when itching occurs
• Use an eye cream with a ceramic or roller-ball applicator for cooling
• Use non-irritating active ingredients
• Use eye creams/serums containing caffeine

Skincare ingredients that can help with eye area puffiness

• Purslane Extract
• Panthenol
• Glycerin
• Vitamin E
• Sodium Hyaluronate
• Caffeine
• Green Tea
• Vitamin K
• Peptides

Skincare products that can help with eye area puffiness

Eye creams for puffiness often contain ingredients that help reduce swelling and fluid retention in the under-eye area. Some eye creams come with specialised applicators, such as metal or ceramic tips, designed to facilitate precise and gentle application while also soothing the under-eye area. Dr Webster recommends:

• Skin Republic Fast Fix Under Eye Patches
• Obagi Elastiderm® Eye Serum
• pHformula EYE Lift Serum