When you wake up in the morning, do you find your eyes swollen? Did you notice that your eyelids are swollen when you didn't get enough sleep? Let's see what causes eyelid swelling and how to get rid of it.
What causes eyelid swelling
There are many causes of eyelid swelling, such as lack of sleep, improper diet and lifestyle, smoking, drinking, insect bites, etc.
In addition, unilateral swelling is mostly related to local factors. For example, conjunctivitis, styes, local contact allergies, etc., but they are usually accompanied by pain, itching, redness, increased secretions and other inflammatory manifestations, which are generally minor issues.
If you suddenly have bilateral eyelid swelling, the first thing you might think of is not getting enough sleep. Of course, drinking too much water before bed or having a high-salt diet can also cause eyelid swelling, but it is usually temporary and will improve the next day. If the swelling persists, it should be taken seriously and important systemic diseases should be ruled out, such as nephritis, renal dysfunction, hypothyroidism, cardiovascular disease, etc.
For elderly friends, if you suddenly experience acute bilateral eyelid swelling, itching accompanied by cough, itchy throat, and chest tightness, you should be alert to the possibility of drug allergies and seek emergency treatment.
How to get rid of eyelid swelling
1. Ensure adequate sleep of seven to eight hours every day, and avoid sleeping too much. Sleep with a raised pillow to prevent fluid from accumulating around the eyes.
2. Drink less water and avoid alcohol before bed. Have a light dinner, as high salt intake can also cause water retention.
3. If you wake up in the morning and find your eyelids swollen, you can use cucumber slices (preferably pre-cooled in the refrigerator) to apply on the eyelids, close your eyes and rest for ten minutes, relax and it should be effective.
4. Applying cotton soaked in milk to the eyes can also reduce swelling.
5. Splashing cold water or sterilized cold water on the eyes can constrict blood vessels and prevent the accumulation of fluid, which is beneficial for reducing eyelid swelling. Applying chamomile tea soaked in boiling water to the eyes for ten minutes after cooling can also have significant effects.
6. Acupressure method: Press four points around the eyes with the tip of the index finger, each point for 2-4 seconds. This acupressure method applied to the eye socket can promote blood circulation and eliminate eye fatigue, which is particularly effective for patients with mild myopia.
Drinking water for skincare and getting rid of swollen eyes
Water is important, but drinking water correctly is even more important. If you don't drink water properly, it will cause water retention instead of hydration.
Water retention 1: Black coffee
Sleeping with a raised pillow can prevent fluid from accumulating in the face or eyes. Drinking a glass of warm water in the morning will provide hydration and will not cause water retention. It will also help you eliminate excess water in a short period of time in the morning, as drinking water in the morning has diuretic and gastrointestinal stimulation functions.
Water retention 2: Facial exercises
After cleansing your face with warm water, use cold water to rinse your face for about 1 minute. This is not only a very effective method to reduce facial swelling, but it can also enhance skin firmness.
In addition, there is a set of facial exercises to help you transform from having a puffy face to having a slim face:
Use the pads of your middle and ring fingers to push from the sides of your forehead to your temples; use your middle and ring fingers alternately to lightly press the sides of your nose, repeat several times. Then, push from the chin to the sides of your ears, and finally, use your middle finger to massage your cheeks in a spiral motion from the bottom up; pinch the middle of your chin with your thumb and forefinger, and gently stroke the contour of your chin to both sides, repeat several times; use both hands to alternately stroke from the bottom to the top of your neck to your chin, and your double chin will disappear.
Water retention 3
To tighten your upper arms, massage the lymph nodes first to remove the accumulated water and metabolic waste from your hands, making your arms slimmer. The basic rule of massage is to stimulate from the wrist to the root of the arm with gentle friction. In addition, the elbow is also a concentrated area of lymphatic vessels and needs to be well taken care of. Some simple stretching exercises can also help reduce swelling in the arms. Place a dry and soft towel on your shoulder, and slowly wipe it from the outer side of your arm to your hand back, and then wipe it from your palm through the inner side of your arm to your armpit. This simple towel circulation method is different from hand massage. It focuses more on the "circulation of energy" in the arms. Rubbing with a towel can make the stagnant energy in the arms smooth, accelerate metabolism, and effectively eliminate swelling and fat.
