Nonsurgical Eye Bag Treatments

An eye bag treatment is a nonsurgical approach to rebuilding collagen, improving skin elasticity, and rejuvenating the under-eye. Nonsurgical treatments offer minimal downtime, no surgical incisions, and a lower risk profile compared to surgical procedures.

Dr. Hannah Vu is a leader in the field of facial shaping artistry. She leads her practice, SkinZone Medical, by utilizing an approach based on true artistry and backed by the most modern medical innovations. With a special focus on gentle techniques, minimal pain, and a quick recovery, she aims to enhance your appearance and help you feel like your best self. If you want to improve your under eyes for a more awakened and youthful appearance, contact us online or call any of our offices to schedule your personal consultation.

We serve Los Angeles County and Orange County of Southern California in cities like San Marino, Arcadia, Pasadena, Montebello, Pico Rivera, Glendale, Hollywood, Buena Park, Puente Hills, Baldwin Park, Norwalk, Fountain Valley, Huntington Beach, Anaheim, Costa Mesa, Newport Beach, Irvine, Tustin, and more.

Different Types of Nonsurgical Eye Bag Treatments

XERF Skin Tightening

XERF Skin Tightening is an ideal nonsurgical option for under-eye contours if you have mild skin laxity, minor hollowness, and crepey texture. XERF uses advanced radiofrequency (RF) energy, which is delivered at different depth levels to stimulate collagen and elastin production.

Dermal Fillers

Dermal fillers such as Restylane are injectables that restore volume to your skin to reduce the appearance of lines and wrinkles. ⁽¹⁾ Dermal fillers are one of the most effective treatments for reducing signs of facial aging, especially for correcting under-eye flaws. Restylane can restore volume under your eyes and cheeks and define your jawline to balance out facial proportions. It is ideal for enhancing the appearance of sunken eyes that can help you look more rested and awake. Other brands of dermal fillers options like Juvederm, RHA, Evolysse and Revanesse are available at Skinzone.

Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP)

PRP can improve skin texture, crepiness, and dark circles in the undereye area. PRP stimulates collagen and elastin production that can thicken the thin lower eyelid skin, smooth fine lines, and reduce crepiness. Additionally, it can reduce shadowing and discoloration caused by thin and translucent skin. The growth factors present in PRP can also enhance the quality and health of the skin!

Microneedling with PRP

Microneedling with PRP can improve skin texture, stimulate collagen production, and tighten mild skin laxity over a series of sessions. This treatment can revitalize your skin texture, reactivate the body’s healing response, rejuvenate the skin cells’ structure and tissue proliferation, and reverse discoloration and pigmentation for brighter skin.

Benefits

Unlike surgical under-eye bag treatment approaches, nonsurgical ones can refresh undereyes with little to no recovery time, making them a popular alternative. Key benefits include:

Candidates

If you are searching for a nonsurgical treatment for your under-eye bags, SkinZone Medical has several effective treatments available. To maximize your outcomes, you should be in good general health, be free of underlying skin conditions, have realistic expectations for your outcomes, and be willing to collaborate with our team to find your ideal solution.

Personal Consultation

During your personal consultation, Dr. Vu will evaluate your medical history, examine your undereye appearance and skin texture, and discuss your goals. After examining your under-eye area and gathering the necessary information, she will create a customized treatment plan that will include either dermal fillers, RF microneedling, non-ablative laser treatment options, and possibly other treatments that may enhance your eye bags and discoloration. She will also provide a detailed cost outline as well as an estimate of the total number of sessions you may need. If you are ready to enhance the appearance of your under eyes, contact us online or call either of our offices to schedule your personal consultation and explore which procedure is best for you!

Preparation

To prepare for your under-eye bag treatment and achieve the best possible outcomes, Dr. Vu recommends that you follow these general guidelines:

Procedure

Depending on the treatment you will undergo, you may receive topical numbing cream to ensure comfort throughout. Certain dermal fillers contain lidocaine to reduce discomfort, and XERF has a built-in cooling feature, meaning that anesthetics are not always necessary. Next, Dr. Vu will provide you with protective eyewear if laser devices will be used. If you receive XERF or microneedling, she will glide the handpiece along the targeted under-eye bag boundaries to safely break down the fat and trigger collagen growth. Radiofrequency microneedling uses tiny insulated needles to deliver thermal heat energy directly into the fat pockets under the eyes to melt small fat pads and tighten the skin. If you receive dermal fillers, she will gently inject them into the tear trough area to mask the shadows and blend the transition between the lower eyelid and cheek. ⁽²⁾ She will perform these techniques in a gentle and precise manner to ensure your under-eye area is treated with care. After the treatment, she will apply a cooling pack, smoothing serum, or specialized bandages to immediately manage heat and swelling.

Recovery

Immediately after your procedure, you may experience mild swelling, redness, and light bruising that can last anywhere from two to five days. During this time, you can apply a cool compress to soothe the area and use prescribed or recommended ointments, but you must keep your head elevated when resting. Swelling and minor bruising often peak around three days, and although you can resume light daily activities, you should avoid strenuous workouts and heavy sweating. After a week, residual swelling and bruising will typically fade, and you can resume wearing light makeup and following your regular routine. Deeper tissue remodeling begins after three to four weeks, and your skin will continue to tighten and produce collagen over the following months.

Results

Nonsurgical eye bag treatments like dermal fillers may deliver immediate volume correction, while energy-based treatments like lasers or radiofrequency show gradual tightening over four to 12 weeks. As results emerge, the transition between the under-eye bag and cheek area will appear softer and more rested. This improvement will have a natural look, like you’re refreshed and energized, rather than a drastically changed, “worked-on” appearance. Results will last anywhere from 12 months to over a year, depending on the specific treatment you receive and how well you preserve your outcomes with proper skincare practices.

Corresponding Procedures

Cheekbone Augmentation

Cheekbone augmentation uses filler injectables such as Radiesse, Voluma, Sculptra, or Vollure or fat grafting or a fat transfer. This treatment can lift and enhance volume to the cheekbones. With added definition and volume at the upper cheekbones, patients enhance facial balance and further reduce under-eye bags.

Lip Augmentation

If you want to enhance the volume and firmness of your lips and erase a wrinkled, faded appearance, lip augmentation is ideal for you. Lip augmentation uses fillers, often hyaluronic acid-based ones, to draw water to the tissues and increase volume. With added volume and enhanced blood flow, the lips become plump, full, and more red.

Nonsurgical Rhinoplasty

A nonsurgical rhinoplasty, or liquid nose job, uses injectable dermal fillers to add small amounts of volume to the bridge, radix, or tip of the nose. ⁽³⁾ This treatment reduces the appearance of contour irregularities, prominent dorsal humps, and asymmetry. It is ideal if you are experiencing subtle asymmetry, minor nasal concerns, a crooked nose, or tip projection imbalance.

Cost of Nonsurgical Eye Bag Treatments in Alhambra and Santa Ana

The total cost of your nonsurgical eye bag treatment will vary depending on your goals, the exact treatment you receive; i.e., the dose of fillers or PRP or number of laser or microneedling sessions, and more. Dr. Vu will provide you with a detailed cost outline during your personal consultation. Contact us online or call either of our offices to schedule your appointment today!

We serve Southern California in Los Angeles County and Orange County. We serve nearby cities Pasadena, San Marino, San Gabriel, Arcadia, Montebello, Downey, Altadena, Glendale, Burbank, Norwalk, Anaheim, Fountain Valley, Huntington Beach, Costa Mesa, Long Beach, Newport Beach, Irvine, Cypress, Laguna Beach and more.

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