Thickening skin under the eyes

Bryan K. Chen, MD answers: Laser or peels to thicken under eye skin?

The skin on my lower eyelids has always been incredibly thin. Would lasers treatment or chemical peels help thicken the skin underneath my eyes, plus have the added benefit of building collagen?


Bryan K. Chen, MD
26 days ago
By Bryan K. Chen, MD - San Diego Dermatologist

If you have loose skin of the lower eyelids, chemical peels and lasers may be beneficial, but to undergo one of these procedures in an attempt to thicken the lower eyelid skin is ill-advised. 

I would consider under-eye fillers with hyaluronic acid (e.g. Restylane) or a cosmeceutical agent containing peptides, such as Prevage anti-aging treatment or Strivectin for the appearance of thicker under-eye skin.

Good luck.

Web reference: http://www.insightderm.com
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