Dear doctors, I am 2.5 months post botox around the eyes and I have been suffering from eye bags ever since the botox. The inner corners of my eyes feel tugged, the skin feels tight and the eye bags feel heavy. My eyes feel dry, sticky and gets tired easily. Can you explain why this is happening and how long am I expecting for these effects to go away? I have been waiting for 10 weeks but it didn't get better. So afraid that this is permanent. I am desperate. Thanks in advance, doctors!
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It takes 7-10 days to see Botox's full effects. I would monitor and, if sensations persist, see your injecting doctor. Relaxation sensation is most commonly reported, but some patients have headaches or heaviness/tightness.
NYCBee,Based from your photos and your statement, you probably need a combination of filler to reduce the marionette lines and botox to relax the muscle. As for the botox, there are 2 main reasons shy it may not be working, the target muscle was not hit, or the dose may not be enough.