What type of under eye filler should I get for my eye bags? (Photos)

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I see a lot of before and after photos for puffy under eyes or dark circles. My under eyes aren’t puffy- they’re hollow. They’ve been hollow since birth. Also, I don’t have a problem with darkness (though they do create a shadow). So I’m wondering what type of filler is best for my kind of eye bags? And how long can I expect the filler to last? Will seasonal allergies impact effectiveness?

Nima Shemirani, MD · Answer

Hi @monil! You would be a great candidate for tear trough filler.  Restylane and Juvederm are common fillers used in the area. You can expect tear trough filler to last for 6-12 months sometimes longer.  Seasonal allergies can cause puffiness of the undereye area if not treated. I would suggest using antihistamines during allergy season.

Camille Cash, MD · Answer

You appear to be a good candidate for under eye filler.  I like Restylane for this area.  If needed I combine it with some Restylane Lyft filler to the cheek for a more complete look.  The results will last 12-18 months.  See a board certified plastic surgeon near you for a consultation.

Harold J. Kaplan, MD · Answer

Hello Monil.  You're a perfect candidate for under eye hollowing (see photo at link below) in dark skin.  Typically 1/2 syringes of Restylane does the trick.  Duration can be 6-12 months and potential side effects are bruising or swelling.  Best of luck.

Jason Emer, MD · Answer

id suggest really good skincare like restorsea eye serum, sente eye, and reve 1.0 retinol along with at home peels like enlighten and dermarolling (see link to emeragecosmetics.com where we do free skincare consults daily).  In office fillers and aerolase laser can be done , I like vollure/volbella or belotero to this are most.  
There are many things you can do to treat under eye hollows and dark circles. A surgical option to remove skin and/or fat will be the best long term.  However, non invasive less downtime options such as fillers, lasers, microneedling/PRP, cosmelan peels and stem cells can all help give some improvement. I suggest. You get a formal consultation to see what is best for you and your goals.  Best, Dr. Emer.

Mehryar (Ray) Taban, MD, FACS · Answer

Restylane is a good filler for under eye area but the technique matters as much. Also best to be conservative and under correct. See an expert.

What type of under eye filler should I get for my eye bags? (Photos)

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Answer: Dark Circles/Eye Bags/Wrinkles -- Fillers Belotero, Juvederm Volbella; Laser Like Fraxel/Co2/J Plasma; Microneedling/PRP; Peels

Answer: Dark Circles/Eye Bags/Wrinkles -- Fillers Belotero, Juvederm Volbella; Laser Like Fraxel/Co2/J Plasma; Microneedling/PRP; Peels

Answer: Under eye filler

Answer: Under eye filler

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What type of under eye filler should I get for my eye bags? (Photos)

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Answer: Dark Circles/Eye Bags/Wrinkles -- Fillers Belotero, Juvederm Volbella; Laser Like Fraxel/Co2/J Plasma; Microneedling/PRP; Peels

Answer: Dark Circles/Eye Bags/Wrinkles -- Fillers Belotero, Juvederm Volbella; Laser Like Fraxel/Co2/J Plasma; Microneedling/PRP; Peels

Answer: Under eye filler

Answer: Under eye filler

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