Volbella is a newer HA filler that works incredibly well in the tear trough area. Because of it's small particle size and Vycross technology, it does not create a lot of swelling when injected and integrates well with the surrounding tissue, giving results for up to 12 months. The small molecule size is also important because should it be injected too superficially, it will not create a Tyndall effect (a blue-white hue that can appear on the skin), which is possible with other HA filler of a larger particle size. While product selection is any important part of tear trough augmentation, technique is equally, if not more, important. Due to the anatomy of the tear trough, we recommend a blunt-tip micro-canula instead of traditional needles to lower the risk for bruising and swelling. Regardless of product selection, make sure to use an HA filler (for it's reversibility, should it be warranted) and a micro-cannula for injection (for it's safety). Volbella also works beautifully for ‘smoker’s lines’ (vertical lines around the mouth) as well as for subtle lip augmentation and enhancement.