Is it possible to use fat dissolving creams on your eye?

Question

Since eyes have fat pads, can they go away by using fat dissolving cream or even a hot burning cream that has Garcinia cambogia and caffeine in it would that work.

Jason Emer, MD · Answer

There is no such cream that works.  The eyes require surgical removal of fat pads to get the best results.  Dr. Emer.

Vincent N. Zubowicz, MD · Answer

The eyelids are very sensitive areas both cutaneous lean anatomically. You would be very unwise to use chemicals capable of penetrating the skin that would get to the fat.

Stephen T. Greenberg, MD, FACS · Answer

Thank you for your question.  Unfortunately there are no topical creams or oral supplements that are safe or effective at removing excess fat anywhere on the body, face included.  Blepharoplasty, or eyelid surgeries, are effective and safe methods for removing the excess fat of the upper and lower eyelids.  Alternatively, sometimes cosmetic fillers, such as Restylane, can be injected into the tear trough in order to camouflage these excess fat pockets.  I would recommend consulting with a board-certified plastic surgeon to discuss your options.

Nelson Castillo, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question. As with other areas of the body, topical creams promoting fat loss do not work and may be harmful.  Depending on the reason for your fat pads other treatments would prove more successful such as dermal filler placement or surgery.  See a board certified plastic surgeon in consultation.

Steven J. Rottman, MD, FACS · Answer

Thank you for your question. None of the remedies you listed above are successful at "dissolving" under eye fat pads. It is best to consult with a board certified plastic surgeon who specializes in facial rejuvenation for an in-person examination. Hope this helps.

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