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Over 50, with terrible bags under my eyes!?

Recently, I have developed very prominent bags under both eyes. I look chronically exhausted, although I get alot of sleep. I have tried ice, cucumbers, and cold tea bags, none of which have helped. Short of seeing a plastic surgeon (which I can't afford), does anyone have a suggestion to cure this problem? I have a daughter getting married this summer, and I do not want to look like this! Thanks!

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  • 1 decade ago
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    Use an eye cream with caffeine, which helps constrict vessels (try Lancôme Rénergie Microlift R.A.R.E. Intense Repositioning Eye Lifter; $70, sephora.com). Other smart alternatives: Arnica-based creams (found at health-food stores), which are considered to have anti-inflammatory properties, may reduce the appearance of darkness. And eye creams with green tea or grapeseed oil help strengthen capillary walls (try Replenix Intensive Eye Lightening Serum, $63, dermstore.com). You can tweak your diet, too. Flavonol-rich dark chocolate (an ounce a day) and foods full of omega-3 fatty acids (salmon, walnuts) may improve blood flow to the skin, says Lisa Drayer, a registered dietitian in New York City.

    Source(s): realsimple.com
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