Why Does Face Looks Puffy In The Morning

Waking up with puffiness on the face can make the day feel less pleasant. During night the face may look normal, but mornings have often different story to tell. This isn't just about sleeping wrong, several hidden factors can influence morning puffiness. To understand these factors, follow the article below.




Hormonal shifts during menstruation, pregnancy and menopause can cause morning puffiness due to increased water retention and fluid imbalances.

Some common causes include:

• Fluctuations in hormones before or during woman's period can lead to water retention and puffiness.
• High levels of stress hormone cortisol can cause puffiness and swelling in the face.
• Thyroid is also one of the reasons which can slow metabolism leading to a buildup of sugar molecules in the skin. These molecules than attract water causing swelling.
• Consuming oral contraceptives or hormone replacement therapy can highly influence the fluid balance and cause puffiness.

When to see a doctor:

If the puffiness is very severe and remains longer than needed, it's best to consult a healthcare professional for any further serious conditions.



Some tricks to remove swelling from the face:

Applying a cold compress like ice roller stored in the freezer overnight or splashing cold water on the face constricts blood vessels and reduces inflammation fast.

Facial massage with fingertips or tools like gua sha , jade roller and gently massage the face upward and outward motions and focusing on areas like jawline, cheeks and neck to stimulate the lymphatic system and drain excess fluid.

Drinking a large glass of water in the morning can help the body flush out toxins like excess sodium and prevent fluid retention that occurs with dehydration.

Regular exercising like morning walk improves the overall circulation and helps in moving accumulated fluids from the face and body.

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1. Which deficiency causes a puffy face?
   A puffy face can be caused by a deficiency in thyroid hormones due to hypothyroidism, which slows metabolism and causes fluid retention. Another cause is protein deficiency (kwashiorkor), which can lead to swelling in the hands, feet, and face due to fluid retention.
2. Can low vitamin D cause puffy eyes?
   Although there is no scientific evidence that vitamin D can have a direct effect on the under-eye area, it is believed that puffy eyes and dark circles prevail in people deficient in vitamin D, particularly females aged 40+. As a matter of fact, a person may appear 4.7 years older than they really are because of that.
3. What are the warning signs of too much vitamin D?
   The main concern of vitamin D toxicity is a buildup of calcium in the blood. This is called hypercalcemia. Hypercalcemia can cause upset stomach and vomiting, weakness, and frequent urination. It also can lead to bone pain and kidney troubles such as kidney stones.