How to Get Rid of Swollen Eyes

There are many different instances when the eyes may become swollen from activities like crying, rubbing, or being exposed to allergens. When this happens it can be very uncomfortable for the person and also very unflattering. In these cases there are some simple things that can be done to get the swelling to come down.  

1. Hold a cold compress like a bag of ice, or a frozen item from the freezer over and around the closed eyes until the swelling goes down. This will feel good, and reduce the swelling.


2. Insert eye drops that are available over-the-counter that are directed for redness and swelling. These drops may also possibly eliminate the cause of irritation.


3. Take an antihistamine for allergies to eliminate swelling and to help with any other problems if the swelling is from an allergy.


4. Take ibuprofen as directed as it is an anti-inflammatory.


5. Avoid foods that are high in sodium or have high alcohol content. Avoid alcoholic beverages all together.  


6. Lay or sit with cold cucumbers on the eyes for 15 minutes and repeat throughout the day. Cucumbers will remove the access water that is causing the skin to swell around the eyes and in the eyelids. 


7. Rub hemorrhoid cream underneath and around the eyes, making sure not to get any in the eyes. This can be done easily under makeup or your daily moisturizer.