Under eye fillers are an effective and non-surgical way of diminishing dark circles and wrinkles around your eyes, lasting anywhere between six months to an entire year. They're generally safe if performed by an experienced dermatologist or cosmetic surgeon.
Pricing under eye fillers depends on various factors, including type and amount used by doctor as well as discounts for multiple treatments booked together.
Cost
Hyaluronic acid-based dermal fillers are among the most popular under eye fillers and often the least expensive. Their natural appearance also makes them the preferred choice.
Under eye fillers are like most cosmetic treatments: their effects do not last forever. While results could fade within several weeks of receiving treatment, most people see results lasting between four and twelve months post treatment.
Similar to how much filler is used, the amount of filler used can also have an effect on how long its effects will last. Deeper fillers tend to dissipate more rapidly than shallow ones and the injection technique used can further influence this factor.
Results
During the procedure, a thin layer of numbing cream will be applied to the area before injecting small amounts of hyaluronic acid filler into each hollow under each eye. After treatment has concluded, you may experience some bruising and swelling around these areas.
However, most bruising and swelling will subside within several days post injection. Furthermore, it's recommended to refrain from strenuous activity for at least 48 hours post treatment to allow your body to fully heal itself.
An experienced physician can assist in selecting an under eye filler suitable to your needs, with some popular choices including Restylane and Juvederm being among them. While they differ slightly in texture, both offer natural-looking results that can improve the appearance of under eyes while making you appear refreshed and rejuvenated.
Downtime
Under eye fillers are an increasingly popular treatment choice for patients looking to reduce fine lines, wrinkles and volume loss in their under eye area. They offer an ideal alternative to surgery with minimal recovery time needed post-injection.
Under-eye wrinkles are a hallmark of aging, but can also result from genetics or other factors. To address this problem, dermal fillers can be injected into depressed areas beneath your eyes to restore volume.
Hyaluronic acid is a natural gel-like substance which can make your skin appear younger by plumping and hydrating the undereye area.
Hyaluronic acid therapy must be applied at an adequate amount in order to achieve lasting results, as too much or too little filler could lead to distortion in appearance and cause problems during treatment. Therefore, specific amounts are used during administration.
An experienced injector knows exactly how to place hyaluronic acid filler into the tear trough without any adverse side effects, and at just the right depth under your eyes to ensure its long-term success.
Safety
As with any procedure, under eye fillers involve safety precautions and procedures. Your dermatologist or plastic surgeon will administer topical anesthesia prior to injections; additionally, a cannula--a small metal straw--will be utilized to lower risk of bruising.
Noelani Gonzalez, MD, board-certified dermatologist and director of cosmetic dermatology at Mount Sinai West in New York City tells SELF that fillers can help reduce the hollowness beneath your eyes - commonly referred to as tear troughs - as well as treat under eye bags caused by fat accumulation in that area as we age, says Susan Hu, MD, board certified plastic surgeon in Houston.
Hyaluronic acid-based fillers such as Restylane, Belotero and Juvederm are among the most frequently utilized solutions for under eye hollows. Furthermore, they're considered one of the safest options since their ingredients come from naturally occurring substances in your body and don't cause allergic reactions.
