Best Treatment for Dark Circles and Hollowness Under Eyes?

I'm considering different treatments to correct the problem(s). I have on my lower eyelids (hollowness and dark circles due to thin skin). What are my best options? Why? What would be the approximate cost? Thanks.

Asked 33 months ago by er33 in USA
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IPL and Arcus release

There are 2 issues creating your dark circles under the eyes. The first is the dark bluish skin color which is caused by multiple small blood vessels in the skin and the fact that the eyelid skin is so thin that you can actually see the dark purple color of the muscle beneath the skin. 4-5 sessions of IPL (Intense Pulsed Light) treatments can close the blood vessels and lighten the color of the skin. You need to see an expert who uses protective shields to cover the eye during IPL treatment... more
Brooke R. Seckel, MD
Boston Plastic Surgeon
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