I was in kind of rough shape on Monday morning before I had to go to work, but I really wanted to go to work for the distraction it would provide. I managed to pull myself together a bit, but my eyes were bound to betray me. The weekend cry-a-thon made it look like I’d had a hearty shot of Botox directly into my eyelids and around my eyebrows. Although my face isn’t in the best shape, I’d like to think I’m not ready for Botox.
Anyway, I did what any blogger would do. I mentioned on Twitter that I was looking for a remedy for puffy eyes. And of course, I instantly had several. I haven’t had a chance to try any of them out, mainly because I haven’t been to the store to pick up the necessary ingredients. But, I thought I’d share with you the input I received. You never know when they may come in handy.
- Cold cucumber slices
- Cold teabags
- Cold spoons (I think I sense a trend)
- Preparation H
- Cold washcloth (This is what I used, and it worked fairly well)
Preparation H? I thought that was only good fro stopping tattoo’s from scabbing over 😮
Preparation H does work, but I warn you, it is VERY greasy. Makes you look like you walked out of an oil factory and is a sure fire way to get zits in weird places.
How about a bag of frozen peas, or any frozen veggie would work.
I take the round cotton pads (like you would use to remove eye makeup) soak one with water, put a dry one on top and stick them in the freezer overnight. Use the side that wasn’t wet against your eyelid, it works wonders. One of my friends who works at a spa taught me this trick.
Couldn’t the tea bags potentially stain and leave you with subtle racoon eyes?
Try Garnier Nutritionist Caffeine Eye Roll-On, its a godsend…!
I’m not sure I’d want to rub Preparation H on my face.