Under eye filler from 8 months ago puffing up after applying HA serum (Photos)

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I had under eye filler around 8 months ago. Twice now I have used hyurlaronic acid serum or cream on my face and the fillers under my eyes have puffed up by the next day. Is this normal? Can the serum penetrate under the skin to the filler and make it swell up? It lasts around 10 days before going back down slowly.

Jason Emer, MD · Answer

For unique cases where a variety of modalities could be used to treat the condition, I would suggest an in-person or virtual consultation to develop a custom and effective treatment plan.  It is difficult to precisely define the best option without collecting the same information. I suggest reaching out to an expert for a consultation with surgical and non-surgical methods to get a comprehensive option. Best, Dr. Emer.

Anna Chacon, MD, FAAD · Answer

Discoloration can occur where filler is injected under the skin only superficially. This is also known as the “Tyndall effect” and can result in a green/blue discoloration. Bruising is a minor side effect , the risk of which accompanies any kind of injection, not just fillers. Bruising usually peaks the following day and gets better slowly afterward. In most patients, bruising is gone or almost gone by two weeks after the procedure. Hope this helps

Nuris Lampe, MD · Answer

It happens because Hyaluronic acid hydrate skin because it absorb water.It take a long time before it gets better, or you have to get a treatment with the same Doctor with hyaluronidase

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