I used a pad that scrubbed my face, and apparently used it to close to my eyes. I used it for several weeks before my eyes started to swell. Now that I ve stopped using the product, (it s been 4 months) my eyes are still retaining fluid. Cold compresses ect. have not helped much. I m not prone to any eye bags, geneticly or otherwise. I ve tried Benedryl, sinus pills. Nothing seems to help. I ve stopped rubbing, applying eye makeup, other than splashing my eyes with water. I will try drinking more water. Also I don t sleep on my face at all. Any suggestions? Ce Ce