Dark Under Eye Circles

Dark under eye circles, better known as bags under the eye, are lower eyelid wrinkles or blemishes that cause a shadow to appear.  Dark circles under the eye are caused by lack of sleep, hereditary, vitamin K deficiency, hyperpigmentation, medical conditions, or old age.  Many home remedies for dark under eye circles have been seen throughout the years, such as tea bags or cucumbers, most with little success.  The most common non-surgical treatment for dark under eye circles isn’t a treatment at all.  Many women use makeup to cover up those bags under their eyes, however, makeup can do more harm than good.  Makeup can dry out your skin and irritate the area around the eye.

The best alternatives to surgery are non-invasive cosmetic treatments for under eye circles.  Non-surgical treatments for dark circles under the eye basically get broken down into two categories: energy based and dermal fillers.

Energy or Light–based Treatments for Dark Under Eye Circles:

• Fraxel or Fractional Laser Resurfacing
• Laser Skin Resurfacing
• Thermage
• Blue Light Therapy
• IPL Photofacial

Dermal Filler Treatments for Dark Under Eye Circles:

• Restylane
• Juvederm
• Perlane
• Radiance/Radiesse

Typical Minimum Cost of Dark Under Eye Circles (based on national averages):
$600.00
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Typical Maximum Cost of Dark Under Eye Circles (based on national averages):
$3,000.00
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National Average Cost of Dark Under Eye Circles:
$1,800.00
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Time Required for Dark Under Eye Circles:
Very little time is required for dark circle treatments.  Most services can be performed in under an hour.
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What are the Side Effects of Dark Under Eye Circles?
Mild redness and puffiness is common after dark under eye circle treatment.
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How Long do Dark Under Eye Circles results last?
Results typically last a year with under eye circle treatments.
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What else is Dark Under Eye Circles referred to as?
Bags under the eye, Under eye puffiness, eye wrinkles
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