Under-Eye Filler
Brighten tired eyes and smooth hollows
At a Glance
Pain Level
Minimal, topical numbing applied
Downtime
Mild swelling or bruising for 24-48 hours
Sessions
Single session per area
Duration
30-45 minutes
Results
Visible within 1-2 weeks
Frequency
Every 6-12 months depending on product
What is Under-Eye Filler?
Eye filler (tear trough filler) involves the injection of hyaluronic acid dermal filler to restore volume, reduce hollowness, and improve dark circles under the eyes.
Benefits
- Restores under-eye volume
- Reduces dark circles and shadowing
- Improves tired appearance
- Immediate results
- Minimally invasive
Is This Right for You?
Adults with genuine tear-trough hollowing or volume-loss dark circles that cast a shadow, not pigmentation-based dark circles. Ideal for those who look persistently tired despite adequate sleep, where the under-eye structure has lost volume..
You may benefit if you have:
- Tear trough hollowing
- Dark circles due to volume loss
- Mild under-eye bags (non-fat prolapse)
- Tired or aged appearance
Premium Products We Use
Pre-Treatment Care
- Drink 1.5-2 litres of water daily for 48 hours before to minimise fluid shifts
- Stop aspirin, ibuprofen, fish oil, vitamin E, and ginkgo for 5-7 days before (unless medically required), the tear-trough area bruises easily
- Avoid alcohol for 48 hours before your appointment
- Arrive with clean, makeup-free skin
- Remove contact lenses before the session
- If you have a cold sore history, start antiviral prophylaxis 24 hours before
- Plan a quiet 3-5 days, bruising and swelling are common here
Post-Treatment Care
- Apply cold compresses for 10 minutes at a time for the first 6 hours to reduce swelling
- Sleep with your head slightly elevated for 2-3 nights
- Avoid makeup for 12-24 hours to protect the injection sites
- Avoid heat (saunas, hot yoga, hot showers) and alcohol for 24-48 hours
- No vigorous exercise, yoga inversions, or heavy lifting for 24-48 hours
- Do not rub, press, or massage the area unless specifically instructed
- Expect mild swelling for 3-7 days and possible bruising for up to 2 weeks, arnica can help
- Apply SPF 50+ once makeup resumes
- Review at 2 weeks, your doctor will check the result and can top up or dissolve if needed
Who This Treatment Is Not Suitable For
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This treatment may not be right for you if any of the following apply. Please discuss your full medical history with us during consultation.
- Active infection or inflammation
- Severe eye bags (fat herniation)
- Pregnancy or breastfeeding
- Allergy to HA fillers or lidocaine
- Bleeding disorders or anticoagulant therapy
- Unrealistic expectations
Frequently Asked Questions
Will under-eye filler fix my dark circles?
Only if the darkness is caused by hollowing that casts a shadow. If your dark circles are pigmentation-based (brown/grey tone rather than a shadow), filler will not help, brightening peels, Salmon DNA, or Q-switch laser are better options. Your doctor will pinch-test and assess your anatomy to determine the true cause.
How long do under-eye fillers last?
Typically 9-18 months. The tear trough is a low-movement area, so the filler lasts longer than lip filler. Some clients find hyaluronic acid lingers even longer here.
Is it safe? I've heard of complications.
In expert hands with cannula technique and small amounts of the right product, under-eye filler is very safe. The main risks, Tyndall effect (bluish discolouration), fluid retention, and vascular events, are minimised by experienced doctors using low-viscosity HA placed deep against the bone. Your doctor will discuss risks honestly and can dissolve filler with hyaluronidase if needed.
What about eye bags from fat herniation?
Filler cannot fix protruding fat pads, in fact, it can make them look worse. Surgical lower-lid blepharoplasty is the appropriate solution. Your doctor will give you an honest assessment.
How long do I need to take off socially?
Plan for 3-5 days. Bruising and swelling are common in the periorbital area. Many clients take a Friday appointment and recover over the weekend.
Can I combine under-eye filler with other treatments?
Yes, often sequentially. We may recommend Salmon DNA or polynucleotides first to thicken and brighten the skin, then filler 4 weeks later for structural volume. Combining both gives the most natural, refreshed result.
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