Why do I have sudden/overnight malar bags? (Photo)

It appears that you might have has an allergic reaction. Cold compresses and Benadryl might help. If you do not see improvement, make an appointment with an oculoplastic surgeon for possible oral steroids or other treatment. Good luck!

A combination approach will give the most improvement. Fillers, lasers,(plasma pen,) and microneedling/(RF)PRP can improve under the eyes. My patients try to get non surgical treatments to avoid surgery. We use PRP and stem cells there often. I suggest consulting with an expert to develop a treatment plan best suited for your short and long term goals. Best, Dr. Emer

Hello and thanks for the question! Malar bags are a result of the blood circulation around the eyes. The blood flow that drains back to the heart doesn't drain down the cheek. It drains into the central system of drainage via the vessels in the nose. Anything that causes nasal congestion causes the malar bags to be worse. Your issue may be from a topical reaction to the collagen cream moisturizer but a stuffy nose from any reason can cause them to be worse. (Allergy attack, sinus infection, cold or flu etc.). Even extra salt in the diet or when your rings are tighter due to excess fluid can cause the extra malar bags. Treatment can be simply treating the topical reaction or can include a combination of keeping the nose clear, if stuffy, limiting your salt intake, sleeping with your head slightly elevated, or even the spa treatments of cucumbers, tea bags or even Preparation H!By Best!John Standefer MD

If this condition appeared from an allergic reaction to a cream I recommend beginning by seeing a dermatologist for an evaluation.  If after healed the condition is still present you can consider FaceTite with Morpheus8 treatments to help reduce the appearance of the malar bags.