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Eye Bags

Understanding and Addressing Eye Bags

Eye bags, though often perceived as a singular concern, can stem from various underlying factors. It’s essential to recognize that eye bags are more of a “presenting complaint” rather than the “disease” in itself. A thorough assessment and accurate diagnosis by a skilled practitioner are crucial before determining the appropriate treatment.

Underlying Fat Pad

In fact, unbeknownst to many people, one of the largest contributing factor to eye bags is the loss of volume in the surrounding areas. As we age, supportive tissues and intraorbital fat pads may lose volume, resulting in a sunken appearance and accentuation of eye bags. Non-surgical solutions like dermal fillers can effectively restore lost volume and provide support to the under-eye area. These minimally invasive treatments often yield natural-looking results with minimal downtime.

Image Credits : Age-related changes involving the osseous, ligamentous and soft tissue anatomy in the ageing eyelid resulting in infraorbital dark circles (adapted from Nakra, 2015)  

Volume Loss

In fact, unbeknownst to many people, one of the largest contributing factor to eye bags is the loss of volume in the surrounding areas. As we age, supportive tissues and intraorbital fat pads may lose volume, resulting in a sunken appearance and accentuation of eye bags. Non-surgical solutions like dermal fillers can effectively restore lost volume and provide support to the under-eye area. These minimally invasive treatments often yield natural-looking results with minimal downtime.

Skin and Tissue Laxity

Over time, the skin and supportive connective tissues around the eyes may lose elasticity and firmness, contributing to the appearance of eye bags. Treatments such as Thermage and Ultherapy utilize advanced technologies like radiofrequency and ultrasound to tighten the skin and stimulate collagen production. At VIDASKIN, we also utilize the Fotona laser with a specialized protocol designed to tighten the connective tissue and skin around the eyes. This targeted approach helps effectively treat eye bags, enhancing overall skin firmness and contour.

Tear Trough Concerns

Sometimes, what appears to be an eye bag is actually a depression or hollow known as the tear trough. This area between the lower eyelid and the cheek can cast a shadow, creating the illusion of a dark circle or bag under the eye. Specialized dermal fillers designed for the tear trough area can help smooth out this depression, reducing the appearance of under-eye shadows and rejuvenating the overall appearance.

At VIDASKIN, we emphasize that eye bags are a presenting concern rather than a disease itself. Our approach begins with a comprehensive evaluation and accurate diagnosis by our experienced practitioners. Only then do we recommend personalized treatment plans designed to address each patient’s specific needs and aesthetic goals.

We believe in empowering our patients through informed decision-making and prioritizing their safety and satisfaction. If you’re considering treatments for eye bags or related concerns, we invite you to schedule a consultation with our medical team. Together, we can explore effective solutions tailored to enhance your natural beauty and restore confidence.

Frequently Asked Questions

The cause of eye bags are usually multifactorial. Bags under eyes are caused when the tissue structures and muscles supporting your eyelids weaken. The skin may start to sag, and fat that's usually around the eye can move into the area below your eyes. Also, the space below your eyes can gather fluid, making the area look puffy or swollen.
The treatment of eye bags can range from non-invasive skin tightening treatments or dermal fillers to surgical correction. The treatment required depends on the severity of your eye bags and cause. We recommend consulting a medical professional to identify a treatment plan suitable for you.
This depends on the cause. Sometimes, eye bags may be due to puffiness from lethargy and this will improve with a good night's sleep. However, majority of eye bags are due to a combination of factors including a weakness of the eye muscle and a prolapse of the eye fat, as well as skin laxity. These issues will not resolve with sleep alone.
Under eye bags typically appear in our 40's and 50's, although there are lifestyle habits that can increase the likelihood such as poor sleep, stress, smoking and sun exposure.

There are many treatments available for eye bags. These include radiofrequency skin tightening to improve skin laxity, dermal fillers to improve volume loss, SmoothEye laser to tighten the eye area and even surgery. Usually a combination of treatments would have the best effect as eye bags have multiple factors causing them. We recommend consulting a medical professional to find a treatment plan that is suitable for you.

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