PUFFINESS UNDER EYES AND DARK CIRCLES TREATMENT
PUFFINESS
Periorbital puffiness, also known as puffy eyes, or swelling around the eyes, is the appearance of swelling in the tissues around the eyes, called the orbits. It is almost exclusively caused by fluid build-up around the eyes, or periorbital oedema. Minor puffiness usually detectable below the eyes only is often called eye bags. Such transient puffiness is distinct from the age related and gradual increase in the size of the fat pad lying below the lower eyelids which can also be colloquially referred to as eye bags.
Puffy eyes generally result from a variety of factors, including:
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Overconsumption of salt, which causes fluid retention
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Sinus problems
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Dehydration
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Fatigue and lack of sleep
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Stress Understanding the cause of your puffy eyes can help when looking for a way to manage or treat them. Usually, bags under the eyes and puffy eyes are not cause for concern and do not need specialized treatment. However, they can make you feel less attractive and be bothersome. Many people want to treat them for the associated boost in self-confidence they feel from the results.
Treatment Options
There are a number of skin treatments to reduce under-eye puffiness. These include laser resurfacing, HIFU for skin tightening and mesotherapy to reduce water retention and fat deposit.
These treatments are designed to tighten skin, improve its tone, and reduce the appearance of bags under the eyes.
Dark circles around the eyes
The appearance of dark circles under the eyes is a common problem, bothering both men and women worldwide. Have you ever wondered how to get rid of dark circles? Fortunately, this is a treatable problem with several available treatments. Considering the increasing demand for Dark Circles Treatment
Causes of Dark Circles
In order to find the best treatment for dark circles, we must identify their underlying cause. Many factors contribute to dark circles’ appearance under the eyes, from genetics to dehydration to allergies.
Below is a list of common causes of under-eye skin darkening:
Under-eye volume loss
Lower eyelid laxity
Bulging of under-eye fat
Loss of volume in the cheeks
Nasal congestion
Skin allergies
Hyperpigmentation caused by sun damage as well as Melasma
Venous congestion in under-eye blood vessels
Environmental pollution
Treatment Options
There is a long list of options available for Dark Circles Treatment Dubai. Some of the most commonly used treatments include:
Topical Eye Creams and Serums
Chemical Peels
Injectable Dermal Fillers only when there are loss of volume under eyes
Laser Skin Resurfacing to remove upper layer of the skin
Injectable boosters & Mesotherapy eye light
Topical Eye Cream
Mild to moderate discoloration around eyes caused by Melasma or sun damage is generally treated with topical bleaching agents.
Creams containing Kojic acid, arbutin, tranexamic acid, Vitamins C and K, green tea, as well as licorice as active ingredients are recommended by dermatologists for treating dark circles.
Although these creams rarely provide a permanent solution to the problem, they temporarily mask the skin pigmentation.
Chemical Peels
Chemical peeling also offers a reliable solution to skin darkening issues, be it on cheeks, chin, forehead, or around the eyes.
This Dark Circles Treatment usually treats dark circles caused by hyperpigmentation. It not only peels off the dark skin around the eyes but also boosts collagen production.
Trichloroacetic acid (TCA) and glycolic acid chemical peels are mainly used to treat dark circles around the eyes.
Chemical Peels
Dermal fillers
are the best dark circles under eyes treatment for dark circles due to facial volume loss.
Dermatologists use these soft gel-like substances to correct dark circles caused by loss of facial volume, under-eye volume, or fat descent in the cheeks.
Hyaluronic acid fillers are the most commonly used dermal fillers. However, results of dermal fillers are also temporary, lasting for a few months to one year.
Laser Skin Resurfacing
As you age, the skin becomes thinner, exposing the blood vessels under the eyes like blue or dark purple circles.
If this is the case, some doctors recommend their patients Intense Pulsed Light (IPL) therapy as a dark circles treatment. It helps decrease pigmentation problems and enhances overall skin texture.
Lasers help reduce dark circles by stimulating collagen production in the affected areas.
Mesotherapy & boosters
The most effective and probably the safest treatment for dark circles is the Mesotherapy technique.
A practitioner injects a chemical cocktail containing pharmaceutical drugs, minerals, enzymes, and supplements under the eyes in targeted areas.
The mixture helps reduce dark circles as well as bags under the eyes. However, multiple sessions of mesotherapy treatment might be needed to get the desired results.
TREATMENT
Pre-Treatment Care
is an integral part of Dark Circles Treatment. Although patients can immediately return to work the day after the treatment, they must follow some aftercare instructions. Some general post-procedural instructions are as follows:
Drink at least 8 glasses of water to stay hydrated. It aids the natural healing process of the body.
The use of cold compressions can help to minimize swelling around the eyes.
Limit sun exposure and stay indoors at peak hours.
Wear a sunscreen of at least SPF 50 or above.
Apply the topical medications as directed by doctor.
Avoid going out during peak sun hours, 10 am to 4 pm, for a couple of weeks before the treatment.
Cover the target areas with a broad-spectrum sunscreen (SPF 40 and above) before stepping out.
Discuss any topical products that you are using with your practitioner.
Skincare products containing hydroxyl acids and retinoid should not be used for a week or two before the treatment.
Do not wear makeup or creams/lotion when going to the clinic for treatment.