How to Do a Cold Water Face Dunk for Puffiness

Fill a bowl with ice water, hold your breath, and submerge your face for 15-30 seconds to instantly reduce puffiness.

It's brutal for ten seconds and brilliant for the next ten hours—the kind of beauty hack that actually works because it's basically controlled trauma.

1. Prep your bowl. Fill a large bowl with cold water and add ice cubes until the water feels shockingly cold. The temperature shock is what triggers blood vessel constriction and reduces swelling.
2. Take a deep breath. Inhale deeply and hold your breath before dunking. This prevents water from going up your nose and helps you stay calm during the cold shock.
3. Dunk and hold. Submerge your entire face from temples to jawline for 15-30 seconds. The cold immediately constricts blood vessels and pushes excess fluid away from facial tissues.
4. Pat dry gently. Lift your head and gently pat your face dry with a clean towel. Follow immediately with your regular skincare routine while your skin is still slightly damp for better absorption.