Hollows under the eyes - getting rid of the problem is easy (more than 5 methods)

The skin around the eyes is very thin and delicate. Therefore, it fades the fastest. This manifests itself in the formation of wrinkles and excess skin due to its stretching. The shape of the eyes loses its expressiveness, which immediately adds a dozen or more years.

How can you correct the situation and return your youthful expression to your eyes? Today there are quite a few ways to do this and they are all gentle.

Hollows under the eyes (10 reasons)

On the face there is a tear trough area where there is a certain muscle articulation. The skin here is extremely thin, and underneath there is a purple-colored muscle. This is why dark blue arches often appear under the eyes.

In women, the cause of the appearance of hollows under the eyes is often due to age, when the turgor of the skin weakens and the subcutaneous fat layer becomes thinner.

However, bluishness can appear at any age, depending on the combination of provoking factors. The main causes of hollows under the eyes:

• hereditary predisposition;
• thin build;
• impaired venous outflow;
• hormonal imbalances;
• overwork of the body;
• addiction to unhealthy food, devoid of healthy components;
• allergic reactions;
• instability in kidney function;
• unstructured daily routine (lack of sleep, unhealthy snacks), frequent stress;
• and, of course, age.

There are several ways to get rid of hollows under the eyes. One of the fastest is considered to be a cosmetic effect. This is relevant in the case of a defect on the face due to a hereditary factor.

The method involves subcutaneous injection of hyaluronic acid or lipofilling.

How to get rid of cavities through lipofilling?

This procedure transfers fat from the buttocks, thighs, or other area into the hollow under the eyes. But it is pre-processed.

The procedure must be performed by a medically trained professional.

The disadvantage of lipofilling is the need for frequent repetition and possible side effects in the form of swelling, swelling and bruising in the eye area. You shouldn’t worry too much about this, as everything goes away without a trace in a week.

Quite often, the patient is prescribed a repeat procedure, since not all of the fat survives, some of it is absorbed.

Plastic surgeon Milan Doshi

The advantages include:

1. Safety.
2. No difficult recovery period.
3. Efficiency.

True, the visual result is guaranteed if certain nuances are observed:

• the favorable age limit for this procedure is up to 40 years, when tissues can easily take root in a new place;
• quitting smoking, which will have a positive effect on the condition of the epidermis;
• advance warning to the cosmetologist about taking any medications in order to avoid subsequent complications.

Full implant survival is observed after 2 months. But, unfortunately, not all fatty material survives. Some part will resolve.

What is laser eyelid rejuvenation and why is it called thermolifting of the eyes?

"Thermo" is a root meaning temperature. Due to the high temperature, the laser beam evaporates the tissue. “Lifting” is the rejuvenation and tightening effect that laser effects have. Therefore, laser procedures are often called thermolifting.

At the dawn of the development of laser technology, continuous areas of skin were treated with a laser. This procedure gave a good renewal effect, but required more than a month to recover.

Therefore, scientists have developed devices that scatter one beam into many small fractions: from 100 to 1,000. Thus, the laser acts on the skin selectively, and areas of untouched skin remain between the microzones of laser exposure. The process goes by different names - “fractional photothermolysis”, “fractional thermolysis of the eyelids”, “laser nanoperforation of the eyelids”. These are synonyms.

How is fractional laser beam produced?

Differences between a conventional laser beam (left) and a fractional one (right).

Essentially it is a microtrauma. And according to the laws of nature, trauma triggers a whole series of restorative reactions.

1. the skin tends to “close” the channels and tightens.
   Visually, this is manifested by a reduction in excess skin, an increase in its tone and the smoothing of wrinkles. The effect is comparable to that of surgical pinching blepharoplasty, eliminating up to 2 mm of excess skin.

The mechanism of skin lifting after fractional exposure.

2. stimulates neocollagenesis - the process of formation of new collagen and elastin.

Collagen is the reinforcing protein of our skin, which creates its frame.

The laser has a double effect on collagen.

On the one hand, after fractional exposure, collagen fibers are twisted into tight spirals and have an additional effect on skin contraction.

On the other hand, the laser stimulates the formation of new connective tissue.

Therefore, the pronounced effect of tightening, strengthening and smoothing the skin is noticeable immediately after the procedure and increases over the course of several months!

At Platinental we perform thermolifting for the skin around the eyes using the Eraser-C CO2 laser and the Asclepion Dermablate Effect erbium laser. They have differences.

Introduction of fillers (contour plastic surgery)

Another option for getting rid of hollows under the eyes using cosmetology is the injection of hyaluronic acid.

In addition, it is used to smooth out facial wrinkles, correct nasolabial areas and eyelids, and correct the oval of the face.

A lasting anti-aging result after contour plastic surgery lasts from 5 to 12 months, which depends on the physical characteristics of the patient’s body.

The advantages of this method are that the risk of subsequent side effects or rejection of the implanted tissue is minimal. The drug does not form lumps and does not move to adjacent areas, and the result is visible immediately.

The effect does not last forever. After some time you will have to go for a repeat procedure. Usually you don't have to worry about this for up to 12 months.

Dermatologist Laura Schilling

The procedure is carried out in specialized cosmetology clinics, provided there are no medical restrictions.

CONTRAINDICATIONS

1. dermatological pathologies;
2. cardiovascular disorders;
3. period of childbearing and breastfeeding.

You must first undergo a medical examination and consultation with a plastic surgeon.

5 stages of contouring

The procedure itself lasts about 1.5 hours, taking into account the preparation for it. It is carried out in the following sequence:

1. The doctor discusses all the details. It is determined which filler to choose, since there are many different fillers. For the nasolacrimal groove area, a medium-density gel will be required. The concentration of hyaluronic acid should be 20-22 mg/ml.
2. The cosmetologist cleanses the patient's skin.
3. The doctor makes marks on the desired area to accurately administer the drug to the desired areas. A special pencil is used for this.
4. After this, a local anesthetic is applied. Cosmetologists often use Emla cream for this purpose. It will take effect in about half an hour.
5. The doctor begins to administer the drug itself, using the chosen technique. A cannula or needle may be used for this. At the end of the procedure, the doctor distributes the gel, massaging the treatment area.

There are 4 techniques for injecting fillers to get rid of hollows under the eyes:

• through a cannula;
• fan;
• local;
• linear-retrograde.

The price for such a procedure is about 10-15 thousand rubles. The cost depends on the filler chosen, the required quantity, and the doctor’s qualifications.

Doctors note that 1/5 of the population is afraid of beauty injections. But no need to worry, because pain relief is used. Also, fillers containing lidocaine are often used for contouring.

Dermatologist Michael Rogers

Contraindications

By strictly following the useful recommendations for performing training and evenly distributing the load, gymnastics does not foretell any undesirable consequences. It is recommended to abandon the technology in the following cases:

• increased blood pressure (chronic disorder or isolated case);
• the presence of pathologies of the facial nerve;
• previous operations (recovery period);
• Botox injections.

To obtain the expected effect, it is important not to overload the body. Alternating exercises are accompanied by a short relaxing break

Failure to comply with this requirement may result in muscle spasms.

Facebook building is recognized as one of the ways to maintain the beauty and youth of the skin. The technique is not considered difficult and can be performed independently. Charging does not require much time and effort.

Microcurrent therapy

Microcurrent therapy can really remove hollows under the eyes. As a result, venous outflow is normalized, pigmentation disappears, and the skin is visibly rejuvenated.

Positive aspects of using microcurrents:

• safety and painlessness;
• long-term preservation of visible results;
• permissibility of use in combination with other cosmetology sessions (lymphatic drainage, mesotherapy);
• there is an improvement in subcutaneous nutrition;
• any inflammatory processes are suppressed;
• general well-being improves - insomnia disappears, psychological state normalizes.

A similar procedure can be done in a beauty salon or at home if you purchase such a device. But the home procedure will have a less visible result.

The effect of the procedure will not be as bright as after contouring or lipofilling. Microcurrents will only improve the condition of the skin, but will not completely get rid of dark circles.

Dermatologist Michael Rogers

Question answer

Plastic surgery can also help get rid of dimples.
But this is a radical method that is used if other methods do not bring results. For this purpose, blepharoplasty is performed, during which the lower eyelids are corrected. The doctor removes excess fat deposits and tightens the skin. Often after plastic surgery, lipofilling is recommended for a better effect. In eye care, it is recommended to use anti-aging day and night cream, tonics, and serums. Thanks to this, the skin under the eyelids receives enough moisture, which promotes tightening.

Yes, if there are indications, then the introduction of fillers is not prohibited even at a younger age. These drugs will not harm a person at 20 or 50 years old. The main thing is to see a good doctor.

For eyebrow and upper eyelid lifting

Photo: AiF / Eduard Kudryavitsky
Starting position: put your hands on your forehead, place the bases of your palms under your eyebrows, slightly pull your forehead and eyebrows up with your palms. The forehead is tightly fixed with the palms to avoid folds and wrinkles.​

Look down and blink slowly and forcefully 20 times. Then stay static for 20 seconds.

Home Treatment Options (Exercises)

Those who are afraid of surgical intervention or cosmetic procedures are concerned about the question of how to get rid of hollows under the eyes at home. It is recommended to start studying the direction of face building - exercises that help stabilize the facial muscles.

You need to practice every day, which takes a maximum of 5-7 minutes. One manipulation after another is worked out as slowly as possible, which is important for efficiency.

Face building and massage help to increase the facial muscle frame, thereby strengthening the tear trenches.

Technique for removing hollows under the eyes:

1. Sit comfortably on a chair and relax. Place your fingers on the hollows under the eyes without applying any pressure. They pronounce the letter O and blink their eyes intensely. The number of repetitions is 50 times.
2. Rotate the whites of the eyes, opening the mouth.

If discomfort occurs during such exercises, it is recommended to stop and move on to massage.

The massage is carried out according to the following principle:

• wash brushes thoroughly with soap;
• remove makeup;
• dip 1-2 fingers in peach (apricot) oil and apply to the problem area;
• begin to massage with light patting movements in the direction from the inner corners of the eyes to the outer ones;
• additionally cover the eyelids with your fingers and at the same time raise your eyebrows.

Such manipulations are resorted to more than once a day. Within a week, the bluish tint disappears, the dents disappear, and the face is visibly ennobled.

A good effect can be achieved using the Tanaka technique.

Plastic surgeon Milan Doshi

Frequent exposure to the street (preferably in a forested area), a balanced diet, and giving up smoking and alcohol will have a beneficial effect on your appearance. It is advisable to minimize the consumption of spicy, smoked, fatty and salty foods. It's important to get enough sleep.

Daily rubbing with ice, frozen from sea buckthorn juice or mint infusion mixed with crushed cucumber, will have a positive effect on the skin.

You can make your own cream by mixing sour cream, honey and lemon. Apply it to the lower eyelid area and lightly drive it in. Over time, this area becomes lighter.

Video exercises for the face:

What masks will help solve the problem?

Masks can be made in different ways, because the natural ingredients in their composition have a beneficial effect on the skin surface and at the same time eliminate various types of defects.

As a standard, they are applied for a quarter of an hour twice a day - morning and evening. They are treated in this way until the bruises and indentations completely disappear.

Liquid compositions are applied to the required area using soaked lotions. If the mixture turns out to be mushy, then lightly beat it in with your fingertips.

A few productive homemade recipes:

• finely chop mint leaves and mix with freshly squeezed lemon juice;
• combine 50 g of mashed potatoes with 20-25 ml of warmed milk;
• grind the fatty cottage cheese, mix in a little black tea;
• add ground parsley and sour cream (in equal proportions) to the grated cucumber;
• dip a piece of white bread in warm milk and apply;
• to crushed walnut kernels (20-25 g) add: melted butter (20 g), 3-4 drops of pomegranate juice or lemon.

During the procedure, it is advisable to completely relax and think about good things.

How to use cosmetics to hide defects (5 tips)

Today there is a wide range of cosmetics on sale that women can use to correct minor defects on their faces.

Thus, a well-chosen foundation ideally hides any imperfections in the epidermis and returns it to a fresh color.

To smooth out the pits under the eye sockets, it is recommended to first apply a corrective foundation, and take the tone darker than usual.

Please ensure that the cream suits your skin type.

Dermatologist Laura Schilling

A number of tricky nuances regarding the tone base that allow you to hide unattractive recesses with the help of cosmetics:

1. You should choose products from trusted manufacturers and not save on it. Quality is determined by the following criteria: evenly distributed, lasts a long time, does not cause allergic reactions.
2. It is better to choose a thicker consistency, since this is the kind of cream that can naturally mask unevenness.
3. Be sure to pay attention to the expiration date.
4. Apply green concealer before applying.
5. If possible, it is allowed to use a bronzer with sparkles, which with its shimmer will distract from the existing flaw on the face.

Products that are recommended by professional cosmetologists in terms of high corrective and restorative properties:

Simple preventative recommendations (7 tips)

Often, it is possible to get rid of dark circles simply by defeating laziness and eradicating bad established habits.

Here are some tips that will help not only rejuvenate your look, but also significantly improve your well-being:

1. Stop smoking and drinking alcoholic beverages. An exception may be any holidays or celebrations.
2. Sleep at least 8 hours a day. It is better to place two pillows or a special cushion under your head so that your face is elevated and there is no access to moisture to your eyes. At the same time, you need to feel comfortable in general.
3. Drink at least 10 glasses of still drinking water every day.
4. Review your usual diet, reducing to a minimum the consumption of: pickles, smoked meats, sweets, soda.
5. Avoid eating 3 hours before bedtime.
6. Eat more fresh fruits and vegetables.
7. Try not to get nervous over trifles and don’t work too hard, as everyone needs rest. Walk in parks and forested areas more often, meet with friends, rather than sit in front of the computer and TV.

Recovery after laser rejuvenation takes only 2 to 10 days

Immediately after the procedure, swelling and redness are observed, which are replaced by crusts and peeling. Depending on the depth of impact, recovery is completed on days 2–3 or 7–10.

Expert comment:

“During the recovery period, you need to use creams and ointments that your doctor will prescribe for you. Avoid the sun for 1 month as the laser increases sensitivity to ultraviolet light.

You cannot use aggressive cleaning methods, such as scrubs, or remove crusts.”

Expert opinion

• Cosmetologist
• Surgeon

Michelle Ellern

practicing cosmetologist-dermatologist

Hollow spots under the eyes are a common problem. Of course, you must not forget about facial care: use creams, serums that are appropriate for your age and skin type, and apply masks. All this, of course, improves the condition of the skin. But real and quick results can be expected from the introduction of fillers. If you have depressions, then it is better to immediately go for contour plastic surgery. The result will please you.

Theda Contis

plastic surgeon

If we consider all the methods of getting rid of depressions, it is worth highlighting contour plastic surgery.
The effect after it is amazing. In advanced cases, when there are wrinkles and bags under the eyes, plastic surgery will help. For this purpose, blepharoplasty is performed. The process of getting rid of unattractive dark circles under the eyes is individual. So, some ladies manage to overcome the problem by setting themselves in a positive mood and starting to smile more.

If ordinary creams do not help, then you should pay attention to effective cosmetic procedures, because contouring can quickly solve this problem.

Myth 5. Eyelid surgery is done under local anesthesia

Local anesthesia is only applicable during upper eyelid blepharoplasty. Lower plastic surgery is performed only under general anesthesia or intravenous sedation. Local anesthesia is more easily tolerated and does not require a lot of tests from the patient, and therefore surgery can be scheduled earlier. A short stay in the clinic after such anesthesia also plays an important role; it is enough to be under the supervision of a doctor for a couple of hours.

If the patient is characterized by increased anxiety, emotionality, or is simply very afraid of the operation being performed, it is better to opt for general anesthesia. Excessive production of adrenaline, which speeds up the movement of blood through the vessels, can negatively affect the progress of the plastic surgery. As a result, there may be increased formation of hematomas. Therefore, most plastic surgeons recommend the use of general anesthesia.

In this article, we examined the most common questions regarding blepharoplasty. But each case is individual, and only the doctor to whom you entrust your face can answer questions in more detail and debunk myths.