Article published on March 31, 2022
For decongest the eyelids and show a fresh look like morning dew (even after swallowing all of season 2 of Bridgerton overnight), the beauty tricks are numerous: tea bags, spoon left in the fridge, ice cubes, slices of raw potato…
If these options don’t always give the expected results, they have the advantage of being harmless to health; a significant heritage that not all grandmother’s recipes can exercise.
Hemorrhoid cream, the use of which has been abused for many years, gives good results on swelling, but its security leaves something to be desired. A “detail” that many tiktokeurs and tiktokeuse seem to have completely forgotten!
Hemorrhoid cream, a false good idea against bags under the eyes
If anti-hemorrhoid cream really has the power to decongest pockets – ephemerally – in record time, that’s not why it’s indicated, and its use on the eye contour area is criticized by healthcare professionals.
In an interview given to the magazine rhythmdermatologist Deanne Mraz Robinson is firm:
” Don’t! There are much better and safer options to temporarily reduce inflammation under the eyes. »
In fact, when you see some before/after on TikTok, the temptation is great! But how can this product, formulated to relieve the pain and itching that can be caused by hemorrhoids, have an effect on the signs of tiredness around the eye area?
Always in the magazine rhythmdermatologist Ellen Marmur explains:
“This beauty trick works because many hemorrhoid creams — including the popular Preparation H — contain phenylephrine hydrochloride which has a vasoconstrictive effect and helps reduce inflammation, puffiness and puffiness under the eyes. »
The problem is that it is possible that these products also contain hydrocortisone, an anti-inflammatory that can pass into the blood and cause side effects.
As Dr. Deanne Collier explains to our colleague, ” hydrocortisone is a steroid; its use over time can affect the adrenal glands, which are responsible for the body’s response to stress Cases of glaucoma and cataracts have also been reported following the application of an anti-hemorrhoid cream around the eyes.
Selection of anti-fatigue eye contour treatments
So, if we feel the need, likewise choose a classic eye contour treatment! Especially since many products contain interesting ingredients to decongest and smooth the eye area, including caffeine, retinol and antioxidants such as vitamin C and polyphenols.
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Source: Madmoizelle
Mary Crossley is an author at “The Fashion Vibes”. She is a seasoned journalist who is dedicated to delivering the latest news to her readers. With a keen sense of what’s important, Mary covers a wide range of topics, from politics to lifestyle and everything in between.
