One of the best-known home treatments for under eye bags is the popular remedy of using green tea bags. According to dermatologists, green tea is believed to contain an anti-inflammatory property known as EGCG which helps in reducing the flow of buildup fluids causing the under eye bags. In order to use green tea as an under eye treatment, take two green tea bags and brew them in hot water. Allow them to cool and use them as a compress by placing them under your eyes for ten minutes. Caffeinated tea bags if used in the same manner also help in bringing down the puffiness under the eyes. It is believed that raw potato slices are also useful in reducing the puffiness from under the eyes. Take two fresh slices of a potato and place them under each eye for approximately 10 minutes. This is believed to provide instant results in reducing under eye bags.
Another simple method of getting rid of under eye bags is to place an icepack under each eye for instant relief. The coolness helps to sooth the inflamed area and reduces puffiness. Some herbalists also believe that applying a mask made from parsley leaves over the face and especially under the eyes can be an effective treatment for bags under the eyes. Massaging the eyes with the help of castor oil helps in relaxing the veins around the eyes and also boosts blood circulation under the eyes.
One of the main reasons for puffiness under the eyes is hereditary, while a number of external factors can also cause under eye bags. In most people, age is believed to be the biggest culprit in forming the puffiness. As a person ages, the ligaments of the eye gets weaker and as the skin loses its elasticity the formation of loose skin results in under eye bags.
Lifestyle factors also play an important role in causing under eye bags and under eye circles. Lack of sleep, excess of sodium in food and a lack of exercise are some of the many reasons that cause under eye bags. It is important to get sufficient sleep at night in order to wake up fresh in the morning and relieve the stress of the day. A balanced diet consisting of green leafy vegetables, fresh fruits abundant in vitamins and minerals provide the body with essential nutrients and can prevent premature ageing and facial wrinkling.