You might have eaten too much sodium or not gotten enough sleep if you woke up with a swollen under-eye. Several other causes of puffy eyes include allergies, an eye injury, and pink eye. Puffiness usually goes away with home remedies and lifestyle changes like applying a cold compress, getting enough sleep, and reducing sodium intake.
Puffy eyes happen when fluid builds up in the areas around or near your eyes. You might also notice dark circles under your eyes, itching, or redness.1 Read on to learn about puffy eyes, including possible causes and how to get rid of them.
Symptoms
Puffy eyes are usually a symptom of certain behaviors, such as a lack of sleep, or health conditions.2 The hallmark sign of puffy eyes is temporary swelling of the tissues around or under your eyes.1
You might have other symptoms with puffy eyes, including:31
- Burning
- Changes in your skin color
- Dark shadows under your eyes
- Fat pockets near your eyes
- Itchy, red eyes
- Loose skin
- Sensitivity to light
- Teary eyes
