Bags under the eyes are one of those universal beauty concerns that seem to affect everyone - or at least at some point in time. Sometimes they are the result of lack of sleep, but sometimes they are genetic and no amount of eye gels or cooling creams can help the problem. What can be done, however, is a little magic with makeup. Find out how you can remove bags under your eyes in this article!
What causes puffiness under the eyes?
Bags under the eyes occur when the tissue structures and muscles that support the eyelids become weak. Fluid can then accumulate under the eyes, which becomes noticeable as puffiness. These factors are caused and exacerbated by aging, lack of sleep, genetics, fluid retention, and allergies. This is why late nights and salty food can lead to a puffy face the next morning. If that's the case, follow the instructions below to get rid of your eye bags!
How to remove bags under your eyes - follow these steps
Relieve puffiness with eye gel pads: Before you start applying makeup, help the puffy eye area with cooling eye gel pads. Place this in the fridge for at least 15 minutes and then apply to the eye area for an instant cooling effect that will help reduce puffiness.Tipp: If you don't have eye gel pads, place a spoon in the fridge and gently stroke the eye area, moving towards the hairline.
Apply eye cream: You may think that eye cream is not makeup, and you are right too. But the first step to covering the eye area is making sure your skin is smooth and moisturized so the concealer applies seamlessly.
Apply color-correcting concealers: Bags under the eyes are often accompanied by dark circles under the eyes or hyperpigmentation, which arise from blood pooling in the area and can appear purple or blue. To counteract this darkness, start by applying a color-correcting concealer.Tipp: If you have fair to medium skin, peach sits opposite blue and violet on the color wheel, meaning it neutralizes darkness. If you have dark skin tone, a deeper shade of orange works best because it is opposite dark blue on the color wheel.
Apply a light dot of color-correcting concealer to the darkest area under your eyes and gently tap with your ring finger to blend into your skin.Tipp: For a natural brightening effect, choose a concealer that's one or two shades lighter than your actual shade to highlight your eye area.
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Fix lightly with powder: Since bags under the eyes are often textured (think dryness and fine lines), part of concealing them is about minimizing texture for a smoother look. The texture can be increased by dryness, but also by an overly creamy concealer. To prevent this, dust a little translucent powder onto the area with a fluffy brush to set the concealer and lightly mattify the finish.
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What helps against bags under the eyes – some care tips
Makeup away bags under the eyes - this is a good option for concealing them, but if you combine it with methods that make it possible to reduce their appearance, you can achieve even better results. Read on for some tips on how you can do this!
Consider your sleeping habits:Getting more sleep is easier said than done, but if bags under your eyes are a constant problem for you, it's important that you make your sleep a higher priority. 7 to 9 hours of sleep per night are recommended.
Eliminate allergy symptoms: Allergens can contribute to facial swelling. If you have allergies that you are not paying attention to, you should see your doctor. It is also possible that you have an allergic reaction to the cosmetic products you use. If you think this is possible, try switching up your skin care routine and see how your face reacts.
Limit the salt content in your food: Too much salt increases fluid retention in the body. As mentioned earlier, puffy eyes are often due to fluid buildup under the eyes. So reducing your salt intake, especially in the evening, can help reduce the appearance of bags under your eyes.
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