And how to prevent it from happening in the first place.

Wondering how to depuff your face when you wake up in the morning?

There are many different factors that might be the culprit behind facial swelling.

What Causes Facial Swelling and Puffiness?

Puffiness happens occasionally, especially if you’ve been up to anything taxing.

The body retains more water where it can (the face) as a response to various stressors.

A lack of sleep and allergies can also contribute to facial swelling.

How to Prevent a Puffy Face

First and foremost, take steps to prevent a puffy face.

Because facial bloating is excess water retention, you’re able to prevent puffiness by staying properly hydrated.

Here are some other simple lifestyle changes you could make to prevent puffiness.

Drink Enough Water

Drinking enough watercan help ensure that you stay hydrated.

Keeping a reusable bottle with you and refilling it can help you be mindful of your water intake.

“Eating high-sodium foods at night makes people thirsty, so they drink more water right before turning in.

The effect is similar when you drink too much alcohol and/or caffeine.

But even on the most stressful of days, there are ways to minimize it.

(Dietary changes and adequate sleep are two of them!)

Instead, try sleeping on your back with your head elevated on an extra pillow.

Hayag says that this simple tip is one of the best ways to wake up noticeably less swollen.

Use an Under-Eye Mask

Using anunder-eye mask or patchcan help soothe any facial puffiness around your eyes.

Splash Cold Water

Tamp down puffiness by lowering the temperature.

Apply Ice to Your Face

We’re also big fans of usingice rollersto reduce facial swelling.

All of the above tips and tricks can help, but consider picking up acaffeine-based eye cream, too.

“The caffeine constricts blood vessels and diminishes puffiness as a result,” Hayag says.

Being deliberate with the system of your cream (whatever kind) can further enhance the benefits.

However, you should only take antihistamines if your facial swelling is a result of having allergies.

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