It cant be solved by applying several layers of a heavy-duty concealer or by slathering on your most intensivemoisturizer.
Meet the Experts
What Causes a Puffy Face?
To draw away the waste thats built up in your system, massage your skin in gentle circles.
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Be sure to get both sides of your face and neck, too.
Load up on Caffeine
Think you should beavoiding coffeeto help prevent a puffy face?
Not quite, according to MacGregor.
“Its a great pick-me-up and a diuretic that de-puffs in a flash.
But if you’re not a coffee person, drink some green tea to kick-start your system.
“Arnica is believed to have anti-inflammatory properties and is often used to reduce swelling and bruising.
Eat Your Greens
Your mom told you to eat your greensand she was right.
will do your bodyand your skingood.
Break a Sweat
Getting your body moving can make all the difference for your bloated face.
“When we lay still and flat overnight, swelling accumulates and settles around the eyes.
Getting upright and getting some light exercise will help,” Dr. MacGregor says.
The effect of temporary puffiness can stem from a number of causes that have to do with our lifestyle.
It’s old-fashioned, but it works, Vargas says.
And the silica in the cucumber will help with skin elasticity.
“Any form of a cold compress or cooling applicator is a game-changer.”
Apply a Daily Serum
The right skincare products can also help a puffy face.
Many are formulated with vitamins to strengthen the skin while also exfoliating to balance skin’s overall tone.
Individual responses may vary, and effectiveness depends on the underlying cause of puffiness.
When a buccal massage is done by an inexperienced provider, more swelling can occur.
