Medical treatments for under-eye dark circles
include topical treatments, injectable fillers, chemical peels, laser
therapy, PRP therapy, and surgical options like blepharoplasty. These
treatments target different underlying causes, such as pigmentation, volume
loss, and skin laxity.
Topical Treatments:
- Vitamin
C serums: Brighten the skin and reduce pigmentation
- Retinol
creams: Stimulate collagen production and improve skin thickness
- Hyaluronic
acid eye creams: Hydrate and plump the under-eye area
- Skin-lightening
creams: Contain ingredients like hydroquinone, kojic acid, or
azelaic acid to reduce melanin production
Injectable Treatments:
- Dermal
fillers: Hyaluronic acid fillers restore volume to the under-eye area,
reducing shadowing and improving the appearance of dark circles
- Platelet-rich
plasma (PRP) therapy: Uses your body's own growth factors to
rejuvenate the skin and improve texture and pigmentation
Other Procedures:
- Chemical
peels: Exfoliate the skin and reduce pigmentation.
- Laser
therapy: Can target pigmentation and stimulate collagen
production
- Microneedling: Creates
tiny punctures in the skin to stimulate collagen production and improve
skin texture
- Radiofrequency
or ultrasound-based tightening: Non-invasive treatments that
tighten loose skin around the eyes
- Blepharoplasty (eyelid
surgery): A surgical option for severe eye bags or fat
repositioning, typically considered when other treatments are not
sufficient