How to avoid the Tyndall effect?

Just want to be sure I understand, can the Tyndall effect be avoided by injecting under the muscle, in the tear trough area?

I had this done four days ago and I see a very slight bruising, but I think it is because the restylane is still concentrated in a raised area that is shadowing in a manner resembling slight bruising. I hope that when the swelling goes all the way down, the bruising look will go away too.

3 answers to “How to avoid the Tyndall effect?”

A: white plus clear equals blue?

By Jonathan Hoenig, MD - Beverly Hills Oculoplastic surgeon

Have you ever noticed that in a swimming pool with white plaster and clear water, the water still looks blue? That is the Tyndall effect. Because Restylane is composed of a clear material, when light passes through it, it can cast a bluish appearance. If the Restylane is placed near the surface of the skin... more

A: Tyndall Effect Comes about from Superficial Restylane Injections

By Mark Berkowitz, MD - Sterling Heights Oculoplastic surgeon

The tyndall effect comes about when Hyaluronic Acids (Restylane, Juvederm, Elevess) are placed too superficially (close to the skin's surface). The deeper these fillers are placed the less likely to have this blue-ish tint. It is too early to tell if this has occurred for you, as... more

A: Is Fur and Looking Like a Cute Kitten a Side Effect of Injectables?

By Michael A. Persky, MD - Los Angeles Facial Plastic Surgeon

Hi Wiser and Better, The Tyndall effect is avoided by injecting hyaluronic acid fillers below the muscle when filling a lower eye lid hollow. I, too, hope that when your swelling goes down, the "bruised" look goes away. Good luck and be well. By the way, have you looked in your mirror lately, your... more

How to avoid the Tyndall effect?

A: white plus clear equals blue?

A: Tyndall Effect Comes about from Superficial Restylane Injections

A: Is Fur and Looking Like a Cute Kitten a Side Effect of Injectables?

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