Are these festoons and what can I do about them? (Photos)

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Hey Sumvia, the area circled in your photos does appear like early changes in the skin that we would call festoons. Have you had tear trough filler in the past? If so, sometimes the filler can migrate after several years and appear like fullness in this area. If not, the changes you are seeing may be related to genetics and sun damage. The best thing you can do to prevent worsening is to use sunblock everyday. If you have had filler I would try dissolving the area first. If you haven't had filler, these changes would likely be best treated with laser resurfacing, such as with a fractionated CO2 laser, to tighten the skin.
Best, Dr Kellie Satterfield, MDSeattle, WA