Under Eyes Treatments

Am I a candidate for under eye fillers?

If you are struggling with dark circles, hollows, or fine lines beneath the eyes, you are likely an excellent candidate for under eye fillers. Of course, there are a few exceptions to this. Patients with very thin skin, deep tear troughs or who have excess skin or fat bulging under the eyes may be unsuitable for this treatment. Although both men and women can benefit from tear trough fillers, you must be at least 18 years old to undergo this treatment.

What brands of dermal filler do you use?

Unfortunately, advertising guidelines in Australia prohibit us from discussing which dermal filler brands are used in our clinic. This is because tear trough filler is a prescription medicine that a doctor can only prescribe. As such, you must have a consultation at our clinic to examine whether dermal fillers under the eye are suitable for you. At Cosmos Aesthetics, we use high-quality dermal fillers from a range of well-trusted brands. If you are interested in learning more, we can talk freely about your options during a consultation.

How do I prepare for under eye treatment?

To prepare for your under-eye treatment, there are numerous things we recommend doing. Most importantly, you will need to avoid anything that may thin the blood for around a week before treatment. This includes alcohol, aspirin, ibuprofen, fish oil, omega 3 and vitamin E. If you are prone to cold sores, we suggest speaking with your doctor about potentially taking prophylactic medication. Additionally, if you have had a recent COVID-19 vaccination, you will need to wait at least two weeks before scheduling an under-eye treatment.

Can I combine tear trough fillers with other treatments?

Yes! In fact, many under-eye filler patients choose to treat other areas of their face with dermal filler as well, including the lips, cheeks, jawline, and chin. Some also opt to have anti-wrinkle injections for a more complete facial rejuvenation. As an anti-ageing strategy, dermal fillers can add volume and shape to the face, while anti-wrinkle injections are designed to minimise the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. You can discuss whether additional cosmetic injectables may be suitable for you during your consultation.

Do under-eye fillers hurt?

Here at Cosmos Aesthetics, we always numb the treatment area before administering dermal filler. This keeps the treatment relatively comfortable. Although you may feel some slight pressure or a stinging sensation as the product is injected, whether you find this painful will depend on your individual tolerance for pain.

How long do tear trough fillers last?

Keep in mind that under-eye fillers are not permanent, as the body will eventually metabolise the product. When this happens will depend on numerous factors, such as the type of filler used and your skin type, lifestyle, and age. However, since the under eyes aren’t very mobile, you can expect the filler to last longer than in other areas, such as the lips. As a general rule, you can expect your under-eye treatment to last between 12 and 18 months.

What if I don’t like my results?

If you are unhappy with your tear trough filler results, you have a few options. If you feel that your under-eyes still look too hollow, your cosmetic injector can administer additional dermal filler. On the other hand, if you do not like the way your results look at all, we can inject an enzyme beneath the eyes that completely dissolves the filler.

Where else can dermal filler be injected?

Aside from treating dark circles and hollow under eyes, we use dermal fillers to soften and plump various other areas of the face, such as the:

• Temples
• Cheeks
• Nasolabial folds
• Marionette lines
• Lips
• Chin
• Jowls
• Jawline

Do under-eye fillers have any side effects?

Most patients tolerate under-eye filler very well, even after years of use. However, as with any other medical procedure, there are some temporary side effects to be aware of. These include redness, bruising and swelling, all of which usually resolve within a few hours or days.

In some cases, patients may develop some rare complications, such as lumps or infection. Thankfully, tear trough filler can be instantly dissolved using a special enzyme in cases where the treatment needs to be reversed to address complications.

Very rarely, your injector may inject the product into a blood vessel instead of beneath the skin. This can block blood flow and lead to skin death and, in severe cases, blindness. For this reason, we strongly advise that you see a highly experienced cosmetic injector who has the knowledge to prevent this complication.