How to Banish Sunken Eyes & Dark Circles

Reston Derm in Cosmetic Dermatology, Dermal Fillers March 6, 2023

Are sunken eyes and dark circles making you look tired and aged? Whether it’s the result of sleepless nights, stress or genetics, sunken eyes can make us feel embarrassed and anxious. Fortunately, there are a few options for getting rid of them. Here’s how to do it.

What Causes Dark Circles?

Dark, hollow, or sunken eyes are typically associated with high stress levels, poor nutrition, physical exhaustion and more. While these factors can contribute to dark circles and sunken eyes, the biggest factor is genetics. Dark circles form when blood vessels under the eyes appear more prominently. For some people, this may look more like a shadow, while others experience dark, noticeable circles.

What Causes Sunken Eyes?

The main cause of sunken and hollow under eyes is aging. Typically, this happens between the lower eyelid and upper cheek. This area is known as the tear trough. As we age, we lose fat in this area, making it appear longer, deeper, and more shadowed.

Dermal Fillers

Dermal fillers are a quick, minimally invasive way to treat dark circles. Bonus, this treatment offers instant results. Dermal fillers work to restore lost volume in the tear trough. It plumps and refreshes the hollow under-eye area to give you fresh, bright eyes.

Botox for Sunken Eyes

Anti-wrinkles injections, like Botox, target problematic areas like crow’s feet to minimize the appearance of dark, hollow, tired eyes. Additionally, Botox works wonderfully in conjunction with fillers. Together they can tighten and smooth the signs of aging around the eyes.

Laser Treatment

Another great option for banishing sunken eyes and dark circles is laser treatment. Laser treatment improves the undereye area by stimulating collagen production and increasing the skin’s thickness. Furthermore, laser treatment tighten skin, improves skin texture and stimulates collagen to restore volume in sunken areas.