Fillers injected into the lower eyelids have become increasingly popular over the last few years (restylane,juvederm). Although you stated you're not ready for surgery, a fat transfer to this area will likely give a longer-lasting result. Regarding your inflammatory reaction around your eyes and... more
Is Restylane under the eyes right for me?
I am 31, with high cheek bones. Unfortunately, my cheeks are is starting to descend slightly, and I now have a racoon look. I am not ready for surgery and would love to try Restylane in this area, but I am very apprehensive because I am prone to inflammatory reactions, especially in the eye area. My eyes have a tendency to swell easily (they swell up like golfballs when I cry, and also have urticaria like reactions around the eyes when I sweat profusely or go swimming in the ocean). Am I a bad candidate for Restylane?
2 answers to “Is Restylane under the eyes right...”
A: Not to worry
Dear Te Under eye Restylane is the greatest thing since sliced bread. Find an eye plastic surgeon in your area who treats the dark circles. Mike McCracken in the Denver area would be a good choice. The swelling you experience under the eyes is unlikely to have any bearing on how you do with the Restylane. The... more
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