What makeup techniques can I use to cover up Sculptra lumps?

My body had a reaction to the Sculptra. Under my left eye are now three large visible bumps and the thin skin in between the lumps now has large vertical lines. My regular makeup and undereye concealer do not work because it get stuck in these big new cracks. Since the bumps are raised, I haven't been able to cover them either with base makeup.

Have you heard of any way to cover them up with makeup of any sort? Is there a product that helps? What type of moisturizer can I use on the new deep lines so I don't feel this is now the first thing a person notices when they look at me?

Any suggestions, you may have heard of might help. Any cosmetic cover-up for under the eyes. Any good moisturizers because the ones I used before, don't moisten the cracks. Thanks.

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A: Merle Norman

Tanveer Janjua, MD

You might have to go to a professional make up artist and learn some techniques to cover it up effectively. Merle Norman stores do good make up. You can also ask around in your local salons and spas for good make up artist. Over time, the lumps should get better. These can sometimes be treated with mild... more

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