Dark Circles Under Your Eyes
Dark Circles Under Eyes Give Away Age
Men comprise about 20% of my practice. While Botox Cosmetic (made by Allergan) injections are the most common, an increasing number of men are concerned with dark circles and hollows under their eyes. Often this is a heredity issue, but can be alleviated with a few simple procedures. Since the lower eye-lid skin is so extremely thin, even for our male folks, it often shows more signs of wear and tear, can be translucent allowing visibility of dark structures below, and is prone to a “basket-weave” pattern due to muscle pull from various directions. Also men in general, aside from our “metro sexual” types, tend to not use evidence-based products on their skin, if anything. Therefore, the eyes are on their own. There are other solutions also, like Vivite eye cream made by Allergan, Elastergan by Obagi, and some caffeine based creams. The video discusses these and other remedies. Look at the Q and A video just below that discusses these and other remedies. Let me know what you think and if this answered your questions.
Fillers May Be An Answer
It is possible to fill some of these hollows with a hyaluronic acid such as Restylane® or Juvéderm®, or collagen such as Evolence®. When performed by an expert, the look is smooth, hollows are flattened, and the structures below are no longer visisble. In addition, there is Sculptra®, a product that stimulates the growth of collagen (your own). Though it takes several sessions, the look is completely natural and may last for years, since it is simply part of you.
You Don’t Have To Call It Mens Make Up!
Finally, if I can convince a man to use good products, the battle is nearly over. While I routinely suggest a retinoid, like Retin A for under the eyes (yes, it should be used under the eyes, just not on the upper lid), there are other alpha-hydroxy acid products that really help. It is important to understand that if you don’t like what you see now, it is not going to get better without action on your part.
Based on the increasing number of new men patients, they really do care! At least here in South Florida!
From Dr. Bonnie: When first meeting, my patients tell me they want to look younger, and we talk about their concerns. For most its a sense of not looking as “fresh” as they used to. As we continue to talk, I find many are under incredible stress, and it’s aging them beyond their real years. They’re aware of the pressure, and maybe even of the toll it’s taking. Unfortunately, its not easy to figure out how to get off this energy draining treadmill that’s sabotaging their chance to look great. I ‘ve discovered three common problems that almost all of these patients share, and even went so far as to prepare three separate videos, which have become my “prescriptions”. Each deals with a different problem and shows step-by-step how to eliminate them from your life. I would love to share them with you, and there is no charge. The first is titled “The Dirty Little Secret of Multi-Tasking” and as the title may hint, Multi-Tasking is not helping us save time nor get things done faster. You will also begin receiving My Beauty Tip of The Week every Friday. In it I discuss things just like in the article above and can answer your questions, should you want to ask. It’s also free and you can unsubscribe at any time. I look forward to hearing from you. Dr. Bonnie