Tear Trough Treatment: How To Improve Dark Circles And Hollows

Tear troughs are essentially hollows that appear under the eyes. They can form where there is a loss of volume in this area and can make you look tired and appear older. Hollows can also cast a shadow which can also give an appearance of dark circles. 

If you’re self-conscious about your tear troughs and want a rejuvenated look again, we’ll be sharing a few treatment options available that can help you improve this area. 

We’ll also discuss the causes of tear troughs, how to choose the right treatment for you, and their safety.

What causes tear troughs and dark circles?

There are a few different factors that can contribute to the development of tear troughs. These include:

• Genetics: Some people are more susceptible to developing tear troughs than others because of their genetics.

• Age: Tear troughs tend to become prominently visible as we age.

• Thin skin: People with thin skin under their eyes are more likely to develop tear troughs.

• Dehydration: Dehydrated skin can make tear troughs more noticeable.

• Diet: Large amounts of caffeine can contribute to dark circles.

Treatment options for tear trough

There are a few different treatment options available for tear troughs. These include:

• Dermal fillers: Dermal fillers are injected into the tear trough area to add volume, making the skin look fuller and tighter. This can help to reduce the appearance of dark circles and hollows. Commonly used fillers include hyaluronic acid-based fillers. This is often referred to as tear trough treatment.

• Polynucleotides are used in a similar way to filler however the product itself is very different to filler. When administered into the skin, polynucleotides provide intense hydration and stimulate the production of collagen and elastin, proteins essential for skin elasticity and firmness. Polynucleotides are an excellent alternative for those who may not be suitable for tear trough treatment. 

• Radio Frequency Micro-needling: Radiofrequency Micro-needling is a minimally invasive treatment that uses tiny needles to create controlled micro-injuries in the skin and radiofrequency energy waves into the skin to stimulate the production of collagen and elastin, which can help to improve skin elasticity and firmness.  Our preferred treatment is the Morpheus8

• Surgery: In some cases, tear troughs may be severe enough to require surgery. This is a more invasive procedure.

The aim of these treatments is to reduce the dark circles and hollows under your eyes. It replenishes the skin, makes your face look generally younger, and helps you feel more confident.

Choosing the right treatment

The best treatment for tear troughs will depend on the severity of the tear troughs, your skin quality, and your individual choice of route to take. If you have mild tear troughs, your practitioner may suggest a non-surgical treatment, less invasive treatment such as Morpheus8 radiofrequency micro-needling. However, if your tear troughs are more severe, and you are suitable, you may need a more invasive treatment, such as dermal fillers.

Tear troughs can be a source of self-consciousness for many people. However as explained in this article, there are a number of treatment options available that can help to reduce the appearance of dark circles and hollows. 

Specialists in tear trough treatment, Butterfly Aesthetics in Wakefield, West Yorkshire, uses a specific type of dermal filler licensed to treat this area, to help people rejuvenate their looks.

Are tear trough fillers safe?

Tear trough dermal filler injections are considered an advanced, specialist procedure due to the closeness to the eyes, the number of blood vessels in the area, and the sensitivity of the skin. However, when administered by qualified and experienced medical clinicians/clinics, they are considered safe.

Hyaluronic acid-based fillers, commonly used by clinics, are considered safe because they are made of a substance that is naturally found in the body.