To remove the bags that form under the eyes, there are some treatment options indicated by the dermatologist, such as moisturizing creams, intense pulsed light, carboxytherapy or chemical peeling, as they help to improve the circulation of blood vessels or stimulate collagen production, reducing swelling and fighting sagging skin.
The bag under the eyes is usually caused by genetic factors, leading to the accumulation of fat in the lower eyelid, but it can also occur due to fluid retention that causes swelling of the eyelids or to sagging and aging skin. Check out other causes of eye puffiness.
In addition to the treatments indicated by the dermatologist, some homemade options can help improve the appearance and sagging of the skin or reduce the swelling of the bags under the eyes, such as using cold compresses or increasing the consumption of foods rich in vitamin C, for example. In all cases, it is important to consult a dermatologist for an evaluation and indication of the most appropriate treatment.
The main treatment options for the bag under the eyes are:
1. Lymphatic drainage
Lymphatic drainage helps improve blood circulation and drain fluids and toxins to the lymph nodes, facilitating their elimination. In this way, it helps to reduce the swelling and fluid retention that may be causing bags under the eyes.
Lymphatic drainage can be done with a professional beautician or even with massages done at home daily, placing the ring fingers on the lower eyelid, and sliding the fingers with light pressure, starting from the inside under the eyes to the temples. In addition, lymphatic drainage can be performed all over the face. Learn how to perform lymphatic drainage in the face.
2. Cosmetic products
Cosmetic products, such as creams, ointments or gels, can be useful to help treat bags under the eyes, as they may contain moisturizing properties, which increase the elasticity and smoothness of the skin, draining effects, which eliminate the accumulation of liquid in the eyes. in addition to helping to provide more firmness to the skin.
The products must be indicated by the dermatologist according to the characteristics of each person’s skin, and some options include products based on polypeptides, hyaluronic acid, green tea extracts, or oils such as cotton or andiroba oil, for example.
3. Intense pulsed light
The intense pulsed light treatment is done in the dermatologist’s office, which uses pulsed light applied directly to the skin of the bag under the eyes, to help improve blood vessel circulation and stimulate collagen production, reducing swelling and combating sagging skin, which may be causing the bags. Check out other benefits of pulsed light.
In addition, the light used is converted into heat on the skin, which promotes the smoothing of marks, blemishes and imperfections, helping to disguise the affected area.
4. Chemical peel
Chemical peeling is done by dermatologists using acids that remove the outer layers of the skin, which helps to reduce sagging skin around the eyes, in addition to reducing dark skin spots. Thus, this procedure can smooth the appearance of the bags, being useful in lighter cases.
This type of treatment can cause redness, swelling, irritation, peeling or the formation of crusts on the skin, and some creams that help in healing the skin may be indicated by the dermatologist. See all the precautions that must be taken after the chemical peel.
5. Carboxytherapy
Carboxytherapy is a treatment performed by dermatologists that consists of applying carbon dioxide injections under the skin, which causes the vessels to dilate, improving blood flow in the region and stimulating collagen production.
In this way, the sagging skin and expression marks are reduced, which makes this procedure useful to treat many cases of bags under the eyes. Find out more benefits of carboxitherapy and how it is done.
6. CO lasertwo
CO laser treatmenttwo It is done by the dermatologist, applying the laser directly under the skin in the pocket region, to help eliminate dead skin cells that cause the darkening of the pocket under the eyes, in addition to helping to reduce sagging and imperfections in the region.
This type of treatment is usually indicated for cases of light to moderate bags under the eyes. Check out the main indications for laser treatment on the face.
7. Filling with hyaluronic acid
Filling with hyaluronic acid is an excellent treatment performed by dermatologists to eliminate bags under the eyes, especially in cases where the bags are accentuated by furrows in the skin or the presence of sagging in the area. See how hyaluronic acid can fight wrinkles.
8. Radio frequency
Radiofrequency is a treatment performed by dermatologists which consists of applying heat waves to increase the temperature of the skin and muscle, promoting collagen contraction and favoring the production of more collagen and elastin fibers, providing more support and firmness to the skin.
Also, increasing the temperature in the under-eye bag area helps to eliminate excess fat that may be causing the under-eye bag. See other benefits of radio frequency for the face.
9. Plastic surgery
Plastic surgery is performed by the plastic surgeon to remove excess fat under the lower eyelids to eliminate bags under the eyes, especially in more severe cases that do not resolve with other treatments.
In some cases, it can be associated with blepharoplasty, which is a plastic surgery that removes excess skin from the eyelids, in order to remove wrinkles that lead to a tired and aged appearance. See how blepharoplasty is performed and the results.
Home Treatment Options
Some home treatment options can help reduce puffiness in the bags under the eyes and improve the appearance of the skin and include:
1. Cold compresses
Cold compresses are a good option to help reduce the swelling that a bag under the eyes may be causing, as they promote the contraction of the blood vessels in the skin, helping to eliminate excess fluid and relieving the swelling.
To make the cold compress, ice should be placed in a plastic bag, and then wrapped in a clean, dry towel or cloth, to avoid getting too cold or burning the skin from the low temperature, and apply it to the area under the eyes. , leaving to act for 5 to 10 minutes.
Another option is to use a cold spoon, previously placed in the freezer or refrigerator for about 5 minutes, and then apply it to the bag under the eyes.
2. Chamomile tea
Chamomile tea is a great natural treatment option for bags under the eyes, as this medicinal plant helps reduce puffiness and rejuvenate the skin, in addition to reducing dark circles.
To use chamomile tea, prepare an infusion by adding 1 tablespoon of dried chamomile flowers and leaves to 1 cup of water and bringing to a boil. Then let it cool naturally and strain. Put the tea in the fridge until it is very cold, dip a clean, dry cotton swab into the cold tea and apply it to the bags for about 15 minutes.
Another option is to use the chamomile teabag sold in supermarkets or health food stores, prepare the tea, let it cool and place the teabags in the freezer. Then apply the chamomile tea bags over the bags under the eyes.
3. Vitamin C
Vitamin C is important to help increase the production and absorption of collagen, a protein responsible for ensuring the skin’s firmness and elasticity, produced naturally by the body but which, generally, is reduced in quantity due to the natural aging of the body, which can cause the muscles and ligaments under the eyes to weaken, leading to bags.
Therefore, it is recommended to increase the consumption of foods rich in vitamin C, such as
orange, acerola, broccoli, yellow pepper or cashew, for example, to help reduce the bags under the eyes. Check out the complete list of foods rich in vitamin C.
