Regardless of the reasons why bags appear under the eyes, special ointments can be used . In terms of effectiveness, such drugs can be compared with diuretic drugs, which quickly eliminate bags and swelling .
But ointments, unlike them, help eliminate such disorders that arise not only due to the accumulation of excess fluid in the body, but also for other reasons, and in terms of speed, ointments are superior to any other dosage forms .
The effectiveness of ointments for bags under the eyes
The effectiveness of ointments against such a disease depends on what active ingredients are included in the composition of the products.
Important! In most cases, these are substances with a similar composition and mechanism of action, therefore, when using any ointments against bags, in addition to eliminating such formations, additional effects are observed:
- local blood flow improves;
- inflammatory processes are eliminated;
- pain relief occurs in pathological areas of the skin;
- the likelihood of developing thrombosis is reduced;
- antibacterial effect is manifested;
- capillaries become less fragile and more elastic;
- metabolic processes in skin tissues are activated;
- the tone of muscles and vascular tissues increases;
- swelling is relieved.
The high effectiveness of using ointments is due to its gel consistency, due to which the components quickly penetrate the skin and reach peak activity in the first two to three hours after application.
Removal of the “used” components of the product occurs within 24 hours through urine.
And such substances are not deposited in tissues, due to which the use of these drugs is not characterized by side effects (except in cases where a person is allergic to some components of a particular drug).
Is this an allergy?
To establish an “allergic” diagnosis in ophthalmology, it is necessary, first of all, to carefully analyze the clinical picture and history, including hereditary predisposition, cases of allergies in blood relatives, similar reactions suffered by the patient in the past, allergens known to him and specific to him, dependence on the time of year, presence of pets in the apartment, etc. Laboratory blood tests are prescribed - in particular, the concentration of allergic markers - eosinophils, immunoglobulin E is studied. The most accurate way to identify an allergen, if it is unknown, is a series of intradermal injection allergy tests, however, even when testing the reaction to hundreds of potentially allergenic samples, there is no guarantee that it will be found the substance that is the dominant allergen for a given patient.
List of popular means
Note! To eliminate bags, cosmetologists, dermatologists and ophthalmologists usually recommend the following types of ointments, which occupy leading positions in the ranking among customer reviews:
- RevitaLift . An exclusively cosmetic product that normalizes the condition of the skin and returns it to a healthy appearance and color. This product reduces bags and brightens the skin if pathological areas take on an unhealthy dark shade. The ointment is applied two to three times during the day, the course of use of the drug is not limited in time.
- Lyoton . The action of this medicine is based on reducing the clotting properties of lymphatic fluid and eliminating thrombotic formations. The drug contains horse chestnut extract, which has an anti-edematous effect. The drug must be applied once a day - in the morning or evening.
- Afulim . The drug is a good decongestant in general and has proven itself in the fight against bruises, swelling and bags under the eyes. The medicine is made on the basis of plant components: these are essential oils of St. John's wort, immortelle, lavender, wormwood, cypress, as well as cocoa, coconut and olive oils. It is enough to apply the product twice a day for two weeks to achieve a noticeable effect.
- Proctonis . Initially, the drug was positioned as a remedy against hemorrhoids. But judging by the reviews, people prefer to use more effective means to treat this disease, but this drug helps in the fight against swelling. The active ingredients of the product are extracts of sage, cocoa and aloe. In this combination, these substances not only have a decongestant effect and eliminate bruises, but also serve as an antiseptic and additionally soften the skin, making it smoother. It is recommended to apply this ointment once a day.
- Curiosin . A product based on zinc hyaluronate, which helps restore damaged tissues and improves microcirculation in blood vessels, and also tones skin cells, providing a tightening effect. This medicine, like Proctonis, was also not originally developed to eliminate bags and was used as a drug to eliminate acne. But practice has shown that when using curiosin, swelling quickly decreases. The product, depending on the degree of their severity, can be applied from one dollar three times a day.
- Heparin ointment. The most common remedy for bags and puffiness under the eyes. In addition to this effect, the drug also prevents the development of thrombosis and at the same time relieves possible painful sensations that accompany the development of bags as a result of injuries or diseases of the eyes and eyelids. The drug is optimally used twice a day, but treatment is possible according to an individual regimen determined by the doctor.
Will home remedies help improve the condition of the skin around the eyes?
If you use homemade cosmetics wisely and carefully, they will definitely help, but there are nuances. It cannot be denied that the same compresses with tea or massaging with ice cubes are excellent in combating swelling of the eyelids. Refreshes the skin with a slice of cucumber and a self-made aloe-based patch.
Moisturizers should be applied correctly with your ring fingers. The main thing is that home care procedures do not turn out to be harmful. You should not get too carried away with independent creativity and apply various fruit and vegetable mixtures that are relevant in home cosmetology to your eyes. Fruits are enriched with acids, and they can negatively affect the thin skin of the eyelids.
It’s not for nothing that masks are usually applied with caution, and the instructions for them state that the skin around the eyes should be avoided. You need to be careful with masks based on fluid components; they can penetrate the ocular mucosa.
Care should be carried out daily, guided by the rules and recommendations of specialists. Only in this case will the skin be healthy, smooth, moderately hydrated and beautiful for as long as possible.
How do hemorrhoid ointments help with bags under the eyes?
Keep in mind! Sometimes doctors themselves recommend using hemorrhoid ointments for bags under the eyes.
But not every drug is suitable : some of them contain potent components, which, if they come into contact with the delicate skin of the under-eye area (and even more so on the mucous membranes of the eyes), can cause severe allergic reactions.
In general, such drugs quickly eliminate bags due to their vasoconstrictor, vaso-strengthening and tonic effects.
It is worth noting that bags can be removed using such means only in cases where they are purely a cosmetic problem.
If the pathology develops against the background of diseases of the internal organs (in particular, kidneys or endocrine diseases), such remedies will not help .
Masks
There are effective eye masks that will help get rid of the problem.
Pull-up
Necessary:
- Take 10 g of rice flour and 10 ml of cherry seed oil.
- Mix and dilute with any herbal decoction.
- Soak cotton pads in the solution and apply to eyelids.
Nutritious
Necessary:
- Grind 3 strawberries into puree.
- Mix with 1 tsp. coconut oil.
- Cool and place the mask on your eyelids.
Moisturizing
Need to:
- Take 10 g of gelatin and dissolve in warm water.
- Add 5 g drops of shea butter.
- Distribute the composition over the centuries.
Such compresses and masks should be kept for 20 minutes. Then they need to be washed off with cold water. It is best to perform the procedure in the morning and evening.
Antihemorrhoid ointments to remove bags
It is worth noting! Among the antihemorrhoids for eliminating bags under the eyes, which can be bought at the pharmacy, the most commonly used are:
- Bezornil. A strong anti-edematous agent. You can use such a drug only after making sure that there are no allergic reactions to its components.
- Troxevasin. Helps strengthen the walls of blood vessels and gives the skin elasticity, but to eliminate bags, the ointment must be used for a long time.
- Heparin ointment . It is characterized by an antithrombotic effect, which manifests itself in the first few days of treatment. It should be applied to sensitive skin in the eye area in minimal quantities.
- Hepatrombin. The least toxic of all the listed drugs, which has a mild effect. Therefore, the effect of using hepatrombin can be expected only after several weeks and for small bags.
All drugs for hemorrhoids are applied to the skin no more than once a day , and it is enough to squeeze out a strip of the product no more than one centimeter, dividing such a portion for two eyes.
Features of the skin in the eye area
The periorbital zone is different from other areas of the body. The skin around the eyes is thinner and more transparent, so it requires delicate and careful care. Due to increased sensitivity, this area often causes problems - bruises, swelling, bags.
Features of the periorbital zone:
- in this area, collagen synthesis is limited;
- the subcutaneous fat layer is looser;
- there is a risk of edema, so lymph flow and blood flow are hampered;
- the walls of blood vessels are more permeable;
- capillaries are located closely;
- high facial activity;
- muscle hypertonicity.
The skin around the eyes succumbs to age-related changes earlier than other areas of the face, so you need to start proper care as early as possible.
Reviews about the application
“When, after 40 years, bags began to appear under my eyes , I tried to remove them with folk remedies: decoctions, compresses and lotions.
But over time, I realized that it was better to use medicinal ointments.
In particular, heparin ointment helped me reduce bruises , and although at first after applying it I felt a slight itching on the skin, overall I am satisfied with the effect.”
Marina Khmetevskaya, Volgograd.
“For me,
ointments against bags turned out to be the best option : creams were not so effective, and I never decided to have surgery. I have been using different products for three years, and although the bags are not shrinking very much , they are not increasing either, and during this time I have been able to eliminate the dark skin color in these areas.”
Natalya Golovlenkova, Orel.
“I am skeptical about anti-bag cosmetic products.
I myself had to struggle with such a problem , which developed as a result of chronic lack of sleep, but I prefer anti-hemorrhoid ointments.
The need for skin care around the eyes
You need to be very careful when caring for the skin around your eyes. This is due, first of all, to the physiological characteristics of this area:
- The skin of the periorbital area is approximately 6 times thinner than on other areas of the face.
- The dermis is devoid of sebaceous glands, so whatever its type, the skin around the eyes will be dry.
Experts recommend starting to use moisturizers for the area around the eyes, based on actual appearance, and not on age. If a girl aged 15-17 has poor eyesight and she squints all the time, then you can start using moisturizing products even at this age, say professional cosmetologists. This will make it possible to delay the appearance of:
- facial wrinkles;
- deep folds.
The main factors that require special attention to be paid to the area around the eyes are the finest hydro-lipid protection in this area and active facial activity.
