Recently in my teen years Ive started to examime my face more and noticed these thin lines under my eyes that run from the corner of the eye (near the nose) to the area around my cheekbone. I thought these were tear troughs but when I look at other photos, these lines dont go right below the eyes in a moon shape. I dont know what they are, and I know I shouldnt be worrying about this because im a teen. Well I would just like to be informed, are there any options?
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June 17, 2016
Answer: Tear troughs are the hollow below the eyelid "bags" and above the cheek prominence
There really is no substitute for injector experience and training when discussing filler treatments. It really is a "feel" that the injector has for the level of the injection. The dermis (the layer most superficial) is more firm, the subcutaneous layer, which is mostly fat, is more "loose",...
I would suggest following up with your provider - it sounds like you could have some pressure (surrounding a nerve) as a result of the injection(s) and/or something else is going on.
There should be no interference with a self tanner and Restylane injections. I prefer self-tanners to sun damage any day of the week! The under eye circles can be treated with a combination of creams and lasers. Please find a board certified dermatologist to help you.