Face Makeup How To Reduce The Appearance Of Under-Eye Bags

What Causes Under-Eye Bags?

According to the Mayo Clinic, there are several things that can contribute to under-eye bags. Your genetics, as mentioned, are one of the biggest factors: if under-eye bags run in your family, chances are good you may develop them at some point, too. It’s also common to develop under-eye bags with age, as the muscles and tissues that support your eyelids can weaken, giving your under-eye area a saggy appearance.

Other possible factors include sleep deprivation, eating a lot of salt, and allergies. All of these stressors can lead to fluid retention, giving your face and eyes a puffy, tired appearance.

How To Conceal Under-Eye Bags With Makeup in 4 Steps

While the best way to get rid of under-eye bags is to stop them from appearing in the first place, that’s not always possible. Thankfully, you don’t have to start hitting the sheets at 8 p.m. or give up your favorite salty snacks in order to achieve a brighter, more alert appearance. If you’re wondering how to hide the bags under your eyes, keep reading: we’re sharing our best tips and techniques ahead.

Step 1: Smooth on a hydrating eye serum

De-puffing your eyes before applying makeup can help ensure your makeup goes on smoothly and temporarily reduces any puffiness for a brighter, more awake look. We recommend de-puffing with an eye serum designed specifically for that purpose, such as L'Oréal Paris RevitaLift Derm Intensives 1.5% Hyaluronic Acid + 1% Caffeine Eye Serum. It’s formulated with caffeine and hyaluronic acid and helps de-puff, brighten, and hydrate the eye area. Plus, it features a unique roller applicator that massages the eye area, leaving the skin visibly less puffy.

Pro tip: The Mayo Clinic notes that applying a cool compress to the eye area can help minimize the appearance of puffiness. For similar de-puffing benefits, try popping your eye serum in the fridge for about 15 minutes before applying it to help refresh and “wake up” your eye area.