3 stages in addressing baggy eyes
Baggy eyes can be caused for many reasons, the primary of which is age. However, if you're in your
20s and noticing particularly puffy bags under your eyes, it's unlikely that you need to invest in anti-aging
treatments just yet. There are many other reasons why these bags could be forming, most of which can be addressed
through simple lifestyle changes. Below are three causes of puffy bags under the eyes, broken down into
three stages, and how to address them:
- Lifestyle - For younger men and women with under-eye baggage, the cause is likely fluid
accumulation under the eyes. This can be brought on by drinking too many alcoholic beverages, too much salt
consumption, not getting enough sleep or dehydration. Simply change these aspects of your life and you'll
reverse this problem with your appearance, regaining your youthful shine.
- Collagen loss - As you start to age into your late 30s and early 40s, you might see bags start
to appear that can be addressed through lifestyle changes. However, dermal fillers are an excellent way to boost
collagen production in this area and eliminate bags in a minimally-invasive cosmetic way. This can be cost
effective and done once a year to enhance your appearance.
- Age - Eventually age will begin to cause more severe collagen loss, resulting in more severe
under-eye bags that may only be able to be addressed through blepharoplasty, or eyelid surgery. This procedure will
help tighten the skin around your eye and provide a more youthful appearance later in life, creating a smoother
undereye contour.
If you're considering a cosmetic procedure or more advanced plastic surgery, contact our trusted plastic
surgery clinic to meet Dr. James Marotta.
