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Under eye wrinkles

Causes and treatment

Causes of under eye wrinkles

Fine lines and wrinkles under the eyes are the physical signs of aged skin and are inevitable symptoms of the ageing process. Under eye wrinkles occur when the skin around the eyes becomes thinner and loses elasticity which can be by frequent sun exposure, smoking, repeated facial movements and certain genetic traits.

There are two types of under eye wrinkles called dynamic and static lines. Dynamic lines are wrinkles caused by muscle movement and static lines are the lines that are present when the muscles are not contracted.

The primary cause of under eye wrinkles is depleted levels of collagen found in the dermis layer of skin which is lost throughout the years. Collagen is fundamental in supporting the facial and responsible for keeping the skin youthful, where a diminished quantity can cause the skin around the eyes to depress, creating lines and wrinkles that become more visible over time.

Symptoms

How to get rid of under eye wrinkles?

Anti-ageing injectables

treatments are quick and popular procedures that reduce wrinkles without the invasiveness of surgery. During an under eye wrinkle treatment, you can expect your practitioner to administer a small amount of solution (such as hyaluronic acid) into the skin to improve the appearance of the eye area, promote firmness and deliver a more youthful structure.

BOTOX® Injectables

BOTOX® is another affordable, accessible cosmetic procedure – and like all our injectable treatments – it is FDA approved and administered within the highest clinical practices by qualified practitioners, in safe and sterile environments.

BOTOX® helps to reduce the appearance of fine lines, smile lines and dynamic, more folds. It works to relax overactive muscles around the eye area and restores a younger, fresher look.

Dermal fillers

Dermal fillers can help to restore volume, lift, redefine and lighten the under eye area. There are many types of dermal which may be more effective in treating different skin .

This treatment has mostly plumping, volume restoring and can work effectively in treating any gaunt, darkened under eyes, refreshing the eye area and fine lines. All dermal filler treatments use which has patented for seamless, natural results.

Tear trough fillers

This is a rejuvenating, collagen boosting treatment that has significant powers in reducing under eye hollowness, dark circles and wrinkles. It works to reverse the effects of ageing by collagen production to leave you with a renewed glow around your eye area.

Sculptra™

Sculptra™ treatment is another anti-aging injectable treatment that works to replace lost collagen and prevent future depletion of skin elasticity around the under eyes.

acid is the primary ingredient in Sculptra™ and it is an absorbable and FDA-approved filler to help correct any depleted, depressed skin. It can help brighten the whole face area.

Profhilo®

A revitalising anti-ageing treatment that helps to replenish hyaluronic acid into the skin. Profhilo® works to defy the ageing process and replace any hyaluronic acid lost throughout the years.

It works to treat the whole face, naturally creating a ‘lift’ across your whole complexion. It helps to smoothen mouth lines and folds in the cheeks and mouth, redefine your side profile and tighten skin around the neck also.

Microneedling

This treatment is also known as a induction therapy which punctures fine, tiny holes in the skin to encourage skin cell renewal and stimulate the body’s natural healing response.

When this is activated, collagen and elastin (two proteins that are fundamental in warding off wrinkles) are produced to create an immediate brighter, younger look. This treatment is also in reducing scarring, evening any pigmentation and UV ray . This would be a good option to treat multiple concerns in one treatment.

Frequently asked questions

Are all the treatments safe?
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Absolutely. As the UK’s leading skin clinic, offering safe treatments that are administered by professionals is what we guarantee. All our are conducted by qualified doctors and nurses who follow exceptionally high medical practices. Our equipment and treatments are state of the art, vigorously tested and use . We endorse the use of high quality, industry-leading products in every treatment available.

Are the treatments painful?
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The pain level will vary depending on treatment and individual pain tolerances. As all the treatments above are administered in the clinic and are less invasive than surgery, pain is to be expected. However, client comfort is a priority and we can always apply cooling gels and numbing agents to reduce any pain experienced.

How long will it take to see results?
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With most injectable treatments, HydraFacials, microneedling and skin peels, results can be seen immediately, where the eye appears brighter and with a significant reduction in wrinkles. To see the full effect of a treatment, it may take around seven days.

Which treatment is right for me?
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This would depend on your skin concerns and preferences. The best way to discover which treatment is right for you would be to have a consultation with one of our practitioners. They will go through, in detail, the most effective path for you to meet your skin goals.

How many treatments will I need?
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This will also depend on the treatment path you choose. For most injectables, results can be seen after the first session, yet multiple treatments may be required depending on the depth and of your wrinkles. This will be confirmed during your consultation.

How much does under eye wrinkle treatment cost?
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Depending on the kind of treatment you want, the prices can vary. 

Injectables such as Botox are from £210. Dermal Fillers and Tear Trough treatment from £390. Microneedling starts from £155. A three HydraFacial course can be £257 and Skin Peels start at £80. Profhilo® from £350.

Prevention

Taking preventative measures is the most important step in delaying and reducing the visible signs of ageing. Some ways to take preventative action is to omit detrimental lifestyle factors such as smoking and excessive drinking and committing to a vigilant, anti-ageing skin routine.

Skin care products, such as eye creams and serums containing retinoids, SPF, hyaluronic acid, vitamins C and E, caffeine and alpha-hydroxy acids, may help to delay the early signs of wrinkles and lines under your eye. Although a diligent skin care routine provides long term, consistent protection, results may not be instantaneous. Home remedies can too, only go so far to prevent fine lines.

By combining a strong skin regime with one of our preventative treatments as regularly as you can, you’ll have the right tools for combating the signs of ageing early on. Some of our preventative treatments are:

HydraFacial

HydraFacial is a deeply cleansing and detoxifying facial treatment that instantly restores a radiant complexion. It incorporates active botanical ingredients to rejuvenate the skin and works as an anti-ageing and treatment. It is the least invasive treatment for reducing unwanted static lines without .

For the undereye area, the two most effective facials would be HydraFacial sk:n signature treatment (About Laser Hair Removal for Women boosting collagen) and treatment (includes an anti-ageing serum).

Skin peels

Chemical peels, which refers to the clinical grade of solutions used, are and renewing facial treatments that stimulate collagen production.

They work to help brighten dull and tired skin, improve skin tone and reduce the appearance of fine lines and static wrinkles. After one peel, you can see immediate results with your complexion becoming visibly brighter, softer and youthful.

At sk:n we offer a range of treatments to reduce both types of wrinkles that have restorative, rejuvenating qualities and all encourage a more youthful appearance. Click to see best procedures for under eye wrinkles.

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