Eye Fillers (2cc) in Korea – Treating the Appearance of Sunken Eyes
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It is not intended to emphasize treatment effects or personal treatment experiences, but rather to provide general information about dermatology and aesthetic procedures.
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- The same individual appears in both the before and after photos.
- The dates when the photos were taken before and after treatment are specified.
- The photos were taken under the same conditions.
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Before & After: Tear Trough Filler for a Tired-Looking Eye Area (Case 114)
Before procedure: February 5, 2024 | After procedure: March 5, 2024
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Important: Results vary from person to person. A thorough consultation is essential, including a discussion of possible side effects such as pigmentation, bruising, or swelling.
Recently, we’ve had many questions about “eye wrinkles”. In a lot of cases, though, what’s bothering someone isn’t a true wrinkle—it’s actually upper eyelid hollowing (loss of volume that makes the eye area look sunken).
Let’s take a closer look.
Why the Upper Eyelid Can Look Hollow
Many people don’t realize that the upper eyelid naturally has a soft layer of fat. This gentle “cushion” helps the eye area look smooth and youthful.
As we age—similar to how baby fat fades—the fat in the upper eyelid can gradually decrease, and the skin may become thinner. This can make the area around the eyes look more shadowed or sunken over time.
Some people are also simply born with less upper-eyelid fat and thinner eyelid skin. In those cases, even mild fatigue (or just reaching the end of a long day) can make the eyes look hollow and tired.
That’s when you might hear comments like, “Are you feeling okay?” or “Did you not sleep well?”—even if you feel totally fine.
Case 114: Female, Late 30s
In this case, the hollowing under the eyes is more noticeable because the upper eyelid fat layer is relatively thin and the skin is delicate, which can make shadows appear stronger.
Treatment Plan: Choosing the Right Filler
Because everyone’s eye area is different, we choose the product and technique based on factors like skin thickness, elasticity, and the depth of the tear trough.
For today’s case, treatment was performed using Belotero Soft.
Tear trough filler (2cc) — Before vs After
Downtime varies, but in this case, bruising and swelling right after the procedure were very mild. Many people are able to return to their usual routine quickly.
Natural Finish Matters (Even with Eyes Closed)
One way to judge tear trough filler technique is to look at the result when the eyes are closed. After treatment, the surface should look smooth—without lumps or uneven texture.
And here’s how it looks in everyday photos provided by the patient.
The eye area looks brighter and more refreshed—without looking overdone.
Thank you for reading.
