Under-eye bags and circles

The doctors at The Body Clinic assess during a free and no-obligation consultation whether a filler is suitable for application under your eyes. If pigment discoloration is more prominent, you will be referred to our skin therapist. If our doctors estimate that a filler is a suitable choice, you can be sure of a beautiful improvement.

The personal preference of the doctor plays a role here. Dr. Biermans and some other doctors prefer to work with cannulas. An advantage of the cannula is that there is less chance of bruising. An advantage of needles is that there is less chance of swelling. Both methods lead to beautiful results.

Very occasionally, there may be temporary product accumulation under the eyes after using a filler in this area. The doctors at The Body Clinic therefore only use hyaluronic acid fillers under the eyes. The advantage of this is that this filler can always be dissolved with Hyason. So, if there is any accumulation, this bump can be 'dissolved' during the follow-up appointment. If the bump is not visible, it does not need to be dissolved and will disappear on its own.

Under the eyes, the doctors of The Body Clinic use a temporary filler based on hyaluronic acid. The hyaluronic acid products used by The Body Clinic have been on the market for a long time, and their long-term safety has been proven. All hyaluronic acid fillers used at The Body Clinic can also be actively dissolved by Hyason. This provides an extra layer of safety. Finally, hyaluronic acid fillers are bioactive substances that have a skin-improving effect and provide natural hydration. In the long term, the skin under the eyes will also improve in quality.

For a treatment using a cannula, you will receive two small injections for anesthesia beforehand. If you are treated with a needle, an anesthetic cream will be used. The treatments are generally not experienced as very painful (pain score 4 on a scale of 0-10).

It is very important that you are treated by an experienced cosmetic physician. At The Body Clinic, all physicians have extensive experience (nearly 30 years combined) with this treatment. The fluid retention that can occur is caused by the filler being injected too close to the fluid-retaining membrane. The physicians at The Body Clinic always ensure sufficient injection depth, making this complication very rare.

An under-eye bags treatment costs €750. Depending on the depth of the bags and whether the cheekbones are also treated, this amount may vary. See the price list for all options.

Naturally, you must be over 18 years old for any cosmetic treatment. Once you meet this requirement, our doctor, during an assessment, will not focus on your age but rather on whether a filler treatment is a suitable solution for you. This depends, for instance, on the depth of the under-eye hollow. After discussing all the pros and cons, the doctor will make a well-informed decision with you about whether to proceed with the treatment.

Most people can return to work the next day. Common side effects of fillers include bruising and swelling. If you bruise easily, that chance is slightly higher. The same applies to swelling. If you are physically sensitive, the likelihood of swelling is higher. We therefore advise not to plan too many social engagements for 3-4 days after the first treatment.

The treatment is performed with a filler based on hyaluronic acid. This is a substance that naturally occurs in the skin. The hyaluronic acid content decreases over the years. This results in less volume and elasticity in the skin, which causes wrinkles and bags. Volume and elasticity in the skin can be replenished with hyaluronic acid fillers. A filler gives the skin a boost, as it increases its moisture content. We use fillers such as Restylane and Saypha for this treatment.

Fillers based on hyaluronic acid are the most tested and reliable fillers in the world. These fillers have been found to be very safe after numerous studies. These fillers are not permanent; after approximately 9-12 months, the filler dissolves on its own. This varies per person. If you want to remove the filler earlier, it can be done with an injection of Hyason.

The result of an under-eye bags treatment with fillers lasts on average 9-12 months. This can vary per person, depending on your metabolism, lifestyle, and the type of filler used. The area under the eyes is sensitive and has thin skin, which means filler can break down slightly faster here than in other facial areas. After this period, the filler is gradually broken down by the body, and the under-eye bags slowly return. For a lasting result, repeated treatments are necessary.