This Could Be Why Your Face Is Puffy In The Morning
No one exactly wants puffy skin; we all want to wake up looking radiant, right? Nevertheless, many do awaken to a swollen face. According to Medical News Today, a.m. facial swelling results from fluid retention. The cause of it can be a variety of things, from those cocktails you had with friends last night to an actual medical problem. It could also be as simple as the lack of zzz's you're getting, or how well you're sleeping.
"Sleep is when the body has time to recharge and repair and re-equilibrate," Dr. Tsippora Shainhouse, a board-certified dermatologist, told Bustle. "Tossing and turning all night can leave you with sunken eyes or a swollen puffy face."
Interestingly, waking up with a puffy face can also be caused by getting too much sleep, per Medical News Today. What a cruel world. The outlet explained that sleeping facedown can also make the bloating worse. If you're annoyed with your skin inflating like a pufferfish, try not to worry. Here's a look at other reasons that may contribute to puffiness, and what you can do about it.
What is causing your face to look puffy?
A night out drinking alcohol with friends can cause more than just a bad hangover, it can also cause your face to balloon, according to Medical News Today. Liquor causes mild dehydration and sometimes the body works to retain water. Dr. Joshua Zeichner, director of cosmetic and clinical research in dermatology at Mount Sinai Hospital, told Women's Health that alcohol can also trigger a rosacea flare-up, thus causing swelling. If you have rosacea, a gentle cleanser and moisturizer can help combat this issue. Bustle also recommends ditching the booze right before bedtime and upping your water intake, so your body isn't overcompensating.
A bloated face could also be caused by allergies, per Medical News Today. Additionally, Dr. Vivek Cherian, an internal medicine physician, told Bustle that a sinus infection could cause pressure around your eyes, cheeks or forehead. "This occurs when the space inside your nose becomes inflamed and swollen, which in addition to swelling and pain, may make breathing through your nose difficult," Cherian explained. To help get rid of the inflammation caused by a sinus infection, Women's Health recommends to just wait it out, drink a lot of fluids, and take an antihistamine.
If you're still worried about your puffiness, Medical News Today reported that it should go away throughout the day. But if it persists after you've made dietary or lifestyle changes, you should check in with your doctor.