I want CO2 laser, told I'm not a candidate due to melasma. What can help me tighten and get rid of my eye wrinkles? (Photo)

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I'm a 38 female. I'm considering a facial fat transfer. I wanted a C02 laser as well. I was told my melasma would darken and look worse. Is there another laser that can help my eye wrinkles, hooded eyes and tighten the skin as well?

Nelson Lee Novick, MD · Answer

At least from the photos provided, the most prominent issues are the under-eye bags & Jelly rolls and volume deficit in the cheeks. Since the upper cheeks are a very important support for the under-eyes, the use of a robust HA filler to revolumize the cheeks would likely not only contour a more feminine, heart-shaped face, but would likely improve the under-eyes and create a more gradual transition between the upper cheeks and the under-eyes and thereby diminish the appearance of the bags. A couple of microdroplets of Botox in the belly of the under-eye muscle responsible for the "jelly rolls" directly under the eyes would address this issue. in the hands of an experienced injector, the aforementioned would address the aesthetic issues without the expense and attendant risks and potential adverse reactions involved with either the use of the CO2 laser or the fat transfer. You would be wise to consult with an experienced, board certified cosmetic dermatologist injector. Best of luck.

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