Today's useless fact - How do I get rid of bags under my eyes?

There are countless ways to decrease or diminish eye baggage. These are just a few suggestions. Hope they help:

-Get more sleep

-Bags are sometimes caused by water retention, if you're retaining water your problem may only be temporary and will clear on its own.

-Sleep on your back. Apparently this keeps water from pooling up under your eyes overnight.

-Use an anti-puffiness cream or serum, there are plenty out there. Dab it very gently under your eyes and pick a formula that can be worn alone or under makeup. Those containing chamomille work well.

-Stay clear of things that irritate allergies or the eyes in general (i.e., cigarette smoke)

-Bags that are hereditary or are the result of fat deposits building up will likely require surgery to permanently remove them.

A couple of "home remedy" type things I found too: Raw potato slices will help tighten baggy, puffy eyes. All you need is a potato and a knife or slicer! To make:

1. Slice 1/4 potato to fit over your eyes.

2. Cut 2 slices or, if you prefer, 5 to 10 very thin slices, several for each eye. Either method works.

To Use:

1. Spritz eye area with water.

2. Lying down, place the potato slices on your eyelids and leave in place for at least 10 minutes for best results.