Meta description: Under-eye bags in the morning Learn how lymphatic drainage can deflate puffiness fast, what science says, and a safe step-by-step routine with pro tips.
Waking up puffy and tired looking Under-eye bags often come from fluid pooling in delicate eyelid tissue. Lymphatic drainage aims to move that fluid out quickly. Done right, it can soften swelling within minutes and make concealer glide better. It will not dissolve fat pads or tighten lax skin, yet it can be a practical fix when puffiness is mostly water.
Dermatology guidance lists sleep, salt, allergies, and aging as top drivers of puffiness, with cold compresses and gentle massage among first-line steps (American Academy of Dermatology Association, 2022, AAD). Lifestyle matters too. Adults need at least 7 hours of sleep per night for healthier fluid balance (Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, 2017, CDC