Who Is Under-Eye Light Filler Suitable For? Dark Circles or Hollowing? Ways to Tell Them Apart

When you look in the mirror in the morning, do you constantly see yourself as tired, sleepless or older than you are? If your answer is yes, the reason may not be just "under-eye dark circles" as you think.

In fact, many people evaluate the dark appearance under the eye as a single problem. Whereas there can be completely different causes behind this appearance. While in some, genetic pigmentation is at the forefront, in others the shadows formed due to age-related volume loss make the under-eyes look dark. This is precisely why the same treatment is not applied for every under-eye problem.

Under-eye light filler, frequently preferred in recent years, is a medical aesthetic application that can provide quite successful results in the right patients. However, whether this procedure is really suitable for you depends on the under-eye problem being analysed correctly.

Op. Dr. Ayşe Öznur Akidil, when evaluating the eye area, does not focus only on the darkness under the eye; she creates a personalised treatment plan by analysing the general anatomy of the face, the skin structure and the signs of ageing together.

One of the most common mistakes in society is defining every darkness under the eye as a "dark circle."

Whereas, even if they look aesthetically similar, three different problems can be in question:

• True pigment-based dark circles

• Under-eye hollowing due to volume loss

• Shadowing created by light

The treatment methods of these three conditions are also different from one another.

Therefore, the first thing to be done is to correctly determine why the dark appearance under the eye has formed.

Because of its name, many people think this application "lightens the colour" of the dark circle under the eye.

Actually, the main purpose of light filler is not to change the colour.

By supporting the volume deficiency under the eye, it reduces the shadows that form. Thus the area begins to look brighter and the person can achieve a more rested facial expression.

When the right patient is chosen;

• The hollowing under the eye can decrease.

• The transition between the eye and cheek can become softer.

• The face can look more vivid and dynamic.

• A more rested expression can be obtained even without make-up.

The important point here is that the aim of the procedure is not to change the face but to make the existing anatomy more balanced.

This distinction can completely change the treatment to be applied.

The groove under the eye has become prominent.

When viewed from the side or in light coming from above, the under-eye looks darker.

Because when light falls into the formed cavity, it creates a shadow.

These people often complain along the lines of;

"I actually sleep a lot but everyone constantly asks me if I'm tired."

In this case the cause of the darkness under the eye is mostly not colour but volume loss.

Similar darkness is seen in every light.

The skin colour can be purple, brown or bluish.

This appearance can be caused by;

• genetic features,

• a thin skin structure,

• prominence of the vessels,

• increased pigment.

In such cases light filler alone may not always provide a sufficient result.

Of course, the definite evaluation must be made with a specialist examination. However, a simple observation can give you an idea.

Stand in front of the mirror and shine light on your face from different angles.

If the darkness changes according to the direction of the light or almost disappears, the problem is most likely caused by shadowing.

However, if the darkness looks the same from every angle, pigmentation or vessel visibility may be more dominant.

This method does not provide a definite diagnosis; it only gives a preliminary idea about the nature of the under-eye problem.

As with every aesthetic procedure, in under-eye light filler too the most important criterion is correct patient selection.

Usually;

• Those with a prominent under-eye groove,

• Those experiencing mild or moderate volume loss,

• Those who want a more rested facial expression,

• Those who do not consider a surgical procedure,

• Those with a natural-result expectation,

can be evaluated among the suitable candidates.

Op. Dr. Ayşe Öznur Akidil, before the procedure, decides whether the application is suitable by evaluating not only the under-eye but also the cheek volume, the skin quality and the general symmetry of the face.

No.

This is one of the most common misconceptions in medical aesthetics.

In the following situations, filler application alone may not be sufficient:

• Prominent under-eye bags

• Advanced skin loosening

• Presence of excess skin

• Intense pigment-based darkness

• Active infection or inflammatory conditions

In some patients, different treatments or combined applications can give more successful results.

The eye area is one of the most sensitive anatomical regions of the face.

For this reason the product to be used here;

• should not be too dense,

• should move naturally,

• should have a controlled water-holding property,

• should be chosen suited to the thin skin structure of the area.

Wrong product selection or excessive application can create;

• a puffy appearance,

• irregularity,

• a bluish reflection,

• unnatural results.

This is precisely why under-eye filler must be planned by experienced physicians who know facial anatomy well.

In modern facial aesthetics, only one area is no longer focused on.

Because sometimes the real cause of the hollowing under the eye is volume loss in the cheek area.

When cheek support decreases, the under-eye groove begins to look more prominent.

For this reason, in some patients;

• mid-face support,

• cheekbone evaluation,

• cheek volume,

are planned together.

This approach helps to obtain more natural and long-term balanced-looking results.

After under-eye light filler, most people can return to their daily lives in a short time.

Within the first few days;

• mild swelling,

• redness,

• small bruises,

forming is considered normal.

These effects usually decrease within a short time.

After the procedure, following the doctor's recommendations, not applying pressure to the area and not neglecting the check-up appointments make a positive contribution to the recovery process.

No.

The hyaluronic-acid-based products used in under-eye light filler are naturally metabolised by the body over time.

The duration of permanence can vary according to;

• the person's metabolism,

• lifestyle,

• the filler product used,

• the application technique.

Additional applications can be planned according to need at the check-up sessions.

For a successful result, correct diagnosis is needed first.

Because pigment-based dark circles and volume-loss-related hollowing are completely different problems from one another.

When a wrong diagnosis is made, even if the application is successful, the desired appearance may not be obtained.

For this reason detailed evaluation before the procedure is of great importance.

Op. Dr. Ayşe Öznur Akidil, in under-eye aesthetics, evaluates her patients with a holistic approach, analysing not only the current complaint but also the general anatomy of the face. Thus, by avoiding unnecessary procedures, natural and balanced results are aimed for.

Under-eye light filler, when applied to the right person with the right technique, is one of the effective medical aesthetic applications that can provide a more vivid, rested and young appearance without completely changing the face. However, not every dark appearance requires filler and the same treatment plan may not be suitable for every patient.

For this reason it is important that people researching aesthetic applications in İzmir are first evaluated by an experienced specialist who correctly analyses the cause of the under-eye problem.

Op. Dr. Ayşe Öznur Akidil, acting with a personalised planning understanding in under-eye aesthetics, evaluates the skin structure, volume loss, facial proportions and the patient's expectations together. Thus she aims to obtain results that both preserve the natural facial expression and provide long-term satisfaction.

The dark appearance under the eye does not always mean a "dark circle." Often, the shadowing formed due to volume loss can make the person look more tired than they are. For this reason, the first step of a successful treatment is to correctly determine the real cause of the problem.

Under-eye light filler, when applied in the right patient with the right product and the right technique, can give the eye area a brighter, more rested and natural appearance. However, as with every aesthetic application, this procedure too must be planned individually.

If you too want to get detailed information about under-eye light filler, the treatment approach most suited to you can be determined with a comprehensive evaluation to be made by Op. Dr. Ayşe Öznur Akidil.