Dermal Filler Treatment for Under-Eye Hollows

There's nothing worse than spending time applying your makeup, and then noticing tired-looking eyes in the mirror. Anyone can suffer from hollows under the eyes, and they often worsen with age. Sunken eye hollows make you feel disheartened, especially when you notice lost volume under your eyes, which can begin as early as your twenties.

The tear trough extends from the inner corner of the eye, forming an arc that continues to the outer corner. The delicate skin under your eyes can appear dark, sunken, and hollow due to aging, dehydration, or lack of sleep.

Why do we get dark circles and hollows under our eyes?

• Heredity
• Volume loss caused by the loss of orbital fat under the lower eyelids
• Collagen loss in the skin, due to age and sun damage
• Dehydration, causing temporary volume loss in the under-eye area

A pronounced dip under the eye creates shadows and can make you look tired and older. Injecting dermal filler into the eye hollow can smooth the area, lessen the appearance of dark circles, and rejuvenate the tear trough. The dermal filler lifts up the tissues, making the tear trough appear shallower.

Common descriptions for sunken eyes:

• Hollow eyes
• Dark shadows
• Thin-looking skin beneath the eyes
• Dark circles
• Tired eyes
• Tear trough hollows

Tear trough treatment is nearly painless and requires only a small amount of local anesthetic numbing cream applied about 20 minutes before the injection. The practitioner uses a cannula for tear trough injections, minimizing bruising and using a gentler technique. Recovery is quick, and redness or swelling can be easily covered with makeup.

Ways to improve sunken eyes:

• Get 7-8 hours of uninterrupted sleep.
• Apply cucumber slices on the eyes to cool the skin and improve circulation.
• Use warm or cool tea bags on the eyes to enhance circulation.
• Eat foods that reduce water retention and lessen the puffy appearance.

Many people are unhappy with depressions and shadows beneath their eyes, and dermal filler treatments are a safe and effective alternative to surgery for rejuvenating this area.

Effective Home Remedies for Dark Circles

There was a time when you despised waking up in the morning, having to look in the mirror and see dark circles staring back at you. However, there are simple remedies that can help improve the condition.

Here are several home remedies for dark circles that won't only lighten them but also nourish and hydrate the skin around your eyes.

1. Cold Cucumber Slices

Cucumbers contain antioxidants that can reduce puffiness around the eyes. As a natural astringent and coolant, cucumber causes the skin tissues to contract, making dark circles less prominent. Place finely cut cucumber slices on each eyelid, leave them on for 5 minutes, and then rinse.

2. Cold Tea Bags

The caffeine in tea bags shrinks blood vessels and reduces fluid retention in the tissues, making the skin around your eyes look vibrant and glowing. Take two soaked tea bags, chill them for 10 minutes, then place them on each eye for 5-10 minutes. Rinse with cold water and repeat 1-3 times a day for effective results.

3. Mint Leaves

Mint leaves contain menthol that improves blood circulation and soothes the skin. It naturally contracts blood vessels around the eyes, reducing dark circles. Blend mint leaves and apply the mixture to the affected area. Leave it on for 10 minutes before rinsing.

4. Milk

Milk contains vitamins A and B6, which help create new skin cells. Vitamin B12 in milk naturally lightens dark skin, while selenium protects the skin from harmful free radicals and sun damage. Soak two cotton pads in cold milk, squeeze out excess, and place them over your eyes for 20 minutes. Rinse with cold water and repeat three times a week.

5. Aloe Vera

Aloe Vera is an effective moisturizer with anti-inflammatory properties. Clean the under-eye area with wet cotton, then massage aloe vera pulp under the eyes for 10 minutes. No need to rinse unless you find it sticky.

6. Turmeric and Mint Leaves

Turmeric rejuvenates tired and sagging skin. Puree mint leaves, strain to get the juice, and add a tablespoon of turmeric. Apply this mixture to the affected area and leave it on for 20 minutes before rinsing with cold water.

7. Coconut Oil

Coconut oil is highly moisturizing and contains vitamin E and antioxidants that help repair damaged skin cells. Before bed, apply extra virgin coconut oil to clean under-eye skin and massage gently in both clockwise and anti-clockwise directions for a few minutes. Leave it on overnight.

8. Tomato

Tomatoes are natural bleaching agents containing antioxidants that reduce dark circles. To make a potent remedy, mix tomato juice with a teaspoon of lemon juice and two teaspoons of gram flour. Apply the paste under the eyes and leave for 15-20 minutes. Rinse with cold water.