Got Allergies?

Yeah... me too. But don't tell an animal lover that she can't have her cats and dog just because her eyes are swollen and red, her tear ducts are constantly running, and her sense of smell is completely gone.

I will say that the worst part of allergies is having red, swollen eyes ALL THE TIME. Here are some home remedies that I found to be useful.

1. Water
The easiest way to get rid of puffy eyes is to drink water. You must try to drink at least eight to ten glasses of water each day. When the body is well hydrated, there is less chance of water retention which can cause your eyelids and other parts of your body to swell. Water will also help to flush out toxins from the water. Along with increasing your intake of water you must also reduce the amount of salt you eat. Also it is better not to drink sodas, coffees, or sugary drinks as it can dehydration.

2. Tea Bags
Be it green tea bags or black tea bags, both can help to soothe puffy and irritated eyes. Tea bags will help to reduce the swelling around your eyes as it contains anti-irritant properties. At the same time it will give relief from redness and inflammation. For treating puffy eyes, you need to place moist tea bags over your eyes. For this, first soak the teabags in hot water for a few minutes and then take them out and let them to cool down to a warm temperature. Just lie down and put the tea bags over the eyelids and cover them with a soft cloth. After some time the swelling around the eyes will reduce.

3. Cucumber
Chilled cucumber is a good way to treat puffy eyes. The enzymes and the astringent properties present in cucumber helps to reduce inflammation. Take one cucumber and cut them into thick slices. Put the slices of cucumber in the refrigerator for ten minutes. Now place the cold cucumber slices on closed eyes for around ten minutes or until the cucumber becomes warm. Repeat the process several times a day. This remedy will also help to get rid of the wrinkles around your eyes and will brighten up your complexion.

4. Potato
Just like cucumbers, potatoes are also effective in getting rid of puffy eyes. The starch present in potatoes has got anti-inflammatory properties that can help in the treatment of puffy eyes. Take a medium sized potato, peel it, wash and then dry it. Now grate the potato and put them in a clean cloth and tie it up. Now place this cloth over the eyelids for several minutes. Repeat the process several times until the puffiness around the eyes gets reduced. This remedy is also helpful in treating headaches.

5. Egg Whites
Egg whites have got skin tightening properties that can give relief to puffy eyes as well as help in the prevention of wrinkles. Take two eggs in a bowl after separating the yolk from it. Now whip the egg whites properly until you get a stiff consistency. Add a few drops of witch hazel to it which is also a natural skin-tightening astringent. Then with the help of brush or soft cloth, apply this mixture under your eyes and allow it to dry. This remedy will make the skin feel tighter and look less puffy.

6. Cold Spoons
Take five to six metal spoons and place it in your refrigerator for five to ten minutes. Now take out the cold spoon and hold the rounded portion against your eye for a few minutes until the spoon becomes warm. As the spoon warms, replace it with a cold one from the refrigerator. This will help in tightening up the skin around your eyes. It will also relax the blood vessels thus offering relief to the tired eyes. This simple home remedy is surprisingly very effective when it comes to treating puffy eyes. In case you are not comfortable using a metal spoon, then you can use a bag of frozen peas.

7. Hot Water and Salt
This is also a simply way to get rid of puffy eyes. For this remedy take a glass of warm water and add half teaspoon of salt in it and mix it properly. Make sure the water is not too hot. Now soak cotton balls or wool eye pads in this warm saline water and apply them over your eyelids for a few minutes. Repeat the process for at least half an hour. After some time, your eyes will not have the puffiness.

8. Cold Water
When the reason behind the puffy eyes is a sleepless night, then cold water is just what you need to treat it. The cold water will help constrict the blood vessels and lessen swelling. Rinse your face with several splashes of ice-cold water to get rid of the puffiness around your eyes. Repeat the process a few more times throughout the day, as often as you need to. Else you can use a small bag filled with ice, wrap it in a washcloth, and place it on the eyes. Repeat as necessary until the swelling is gone.