Under Eye Filler: What to Expect from Treatment

Under eye filler, also known as eye filler, is an injectable gel-like substance used to rejuvenate dark circles called “tear trough.” While it may seem like a drastic choice, the before and after under eye filler pictures speak for themselves.

There are quite a few different possibilities for eye filler, each with its own pros and cons. It’s also a mostly safe procedure. In fact, the Food & Drug Administration (FDA) has recently approved the use of a few of these products.

How Do Under Eye Fillers Work?

Under eye filler is injected beneath the skin to restore volume, smooth out lines, and lighten the area.

The area, scientifically known as the “infraorbital region” (beneath the eye), can lose volume and color over time, either due to genetics or age.¹ Eye filler can address these issues by simply filling the area in with an injectable gel.

Here are four types of under eye filler, including FDA-approved examples:²

• Hyaluronic acid (Juvederm Volbella, Belotero Balance, Restylane Eyelight)
• Poly-L-lactic acid (Sculptra Aesthetic)
• Calcium hydroxylapatite (Radiesse)
• Fat transfer

Hyaluronic acid is by far the most common option, as it’s the most natural-looking and the easiest for your practitioner to use. Poly-L-lactic acid and calcium hydroxylapatite are also viable options, but they are thicker than hyaluronic acid, which makes them harder to inject evenly.

Fat transfer lasts the longest among these options, but it requires surgery and anesthesia. As such, most doctors won’t recommend it unless there’s a specific reason.

Is Under Eye Filler Right for Me?

Under eye filler can help treat or minimize dark circles beneath your eyes as long as they are caused by either anatomy or volume loss due to aging. 

However, if your wrinkles or discoloration is caused by what’s called “true pigmentation,” then fillers won’t do much. True pigmentation refers to the actual color of your skin, meaning that if you have dark circles due to your natural complexion or sun damage, then the color won’t change with fillers.

What to Expect

As with any procedure, getting under eye filler starts with an appointment with a licensed injector. They can determine the cause of your dark circles and which filler will work best for you.

There isn’t much to worry about during the procedure. If you don’t need numbing agents, the whole thing usually lasts about 15 minutes. If you’re a bit scared, you can ask your doctor to numb the area beforehand — this will add a few minutes to the procedure.

After the treatment, you should avoid touching your eyes for about three hours or lying down too much. You should be able to return to your daily activities without any precautions after one full day.

Common side effects include bruising and swelling at the injection site, which usually goes away after a couple of days. Sometimes, a bluish discoloration known as the “Tyndall effect” may occur, but cases are few and far between.³

The results are pretty much instant — although they can take a couple of weeks to reach their peak. Just be aware that if you’re over 35, your doctor may recommend a second injection for optimal results.⁴

Learn More About Under Eye Fillers

Under eye fillers are a fantastic way to treat dark circles under your eyes. Although the injectable gel typically goes away after about a year, it’s still the number one procedure for rejuvenating your tear troughs.

To learn more about eye fillers and other types of cosmetic treatments, visit My Filler Treatment. We’re committed to providing insightful advice and helping you achieve your best results through the very best procedures.

SOURCES:

1. Facial Plastic Surgery: “Dermal Fillers for Tear Trough Rejuvenation: A Systematic Review.”
2. U.S. Food & Drug Administration: “FDA-Approved Dermal Fillers.”
3. Facial Plastic Surgery: “Dermal Fillers for Tear Trough Rejuvenation: A Systematic Review.”
4. Facial Plastic Surgery: “Dermal Fillers for Tear Trough Rejuvenation: A Systematic Review.”