Aviqua Wrinkle Complex Place metal spoons in the freezer or surround them with ice. Apply the backs of the spoon to each eyelid for around 6 to 8 minutes. This will help reduce the puffiness in your eyes. There are a number of things that can cause eye puffiness, and some of them are genes, eating processed foods and poor sleeping habits. When these issues are not remedied, using cold spoons might be the relief you need.