When rubbing my eye, for example when taking off eye make up, am I massaging out the juvederm in tear troughs?

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I have had juvederm for tear troughs injected about 2 months ago, and I was wondering if you can rub out the product when taking off your eye make up or just rubbing your eyes when they itch ? is it possible that after 2 months I already need a touch up ?

Nelson Castillo, MD · Answer

Thank you for your excellent question.  Because filler material becomes incorporated into your body's tissues it is not possible to massage out the product with rubbing your eyes or removing makeup.  If appropriately treated at the initial appointment most patients do not need a touch up for approximately 6 months.  Hope this helps.

Martin Jugenburg, MD · Answer

The filler has incorporated into the tissues by now so there is no way of massaging it out when you wipe off your eye makeup.

Ajaya Kashyap, MD · Answer

Thanks for your query.Juvederm is placed deep near bone when doing the tear trough area so light massaging and removal of make up wont disturb it. Hope it helps.All The Best

James R. Gordon, MD, FACS, FAAO · Answer

Thank you for sharing your question. Normal rubbing of your eyelids will not cause the filler to migrate or dissolve. Excessive rubbing can cause it to dissapate more rapidly. I hope this helps.  Good luck,

Jason Emer, MD · Answer

You cannot "rub" the filler out of position unless it was immediately after injection. The filler integrates into the tissue and absorbs water.  If you are concerned please see an expert.  Best, Dr. Emer.

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