Tear Trough Filler vs Polynucleotide Eye Rejuvenation: What’s Safer and More Effective?
The skin under your eye is naturally thin and delicate, which makes it more vulnerable to the signs of ageing. Dark under eye circles are one of the most common complaints, and this affects people of all ages.
While some people will notice dark circles become more prominent when they’ve had a bad night’s sleep, others will deal with this problem all the time. Thin skin under the eyes makes blood vessels more prominent. Allergies can also aggravate dark circles. And for some people, this is simply a genetic factor that they inherit.
Dark circles under your eyes can leave you feeling less confident in your appearance. While makeup and concealers can help to diminish these circles somewhat, this isn’t a permanent solution. Those looking for a way to boost volume and diminish dark circles are likely to come across two methods: tear trough filler and polynucleotide eye rejuvenation.
To help you to decide which treatment is right for you, we’re taking a deep dive into each treatment option, so you’ll understand how they work and what they can treat.
What is tear trough filler?
Dermal fillers are highly effective for boosting volume in the skin and increasing hydration. They are commonly made up of a concentrated form of hyaluronic acid, which is a magnet for moisture. This substance occurs naturally in the body, so the risk of an adverse reaction is low.
When injected below the eye into the tear trough, this can help to boost volume and diminish the sagging appearance that can occur over time. It will also smooth out wrinkles and fine lines. Boosting volume will also make the eyes appear brighter, as it’s the thinning that allows dark blood vessels to appear so prominent.
When handled by a professional, this treatment is very safe and very effective. There is a risk of infection at the injection site, and there is also a risk that the filler could migrate. This risk is diminished when a skilled professional is handling the needle, and when the patient follows aftercare instructions.
What is polynucleotide eye rejuvenation?
With this treatment, your aesthetician will inject a substance called polynucleotides into the area below the eye. Polynucleotides are DNA fragments, often derived from salmon, which help to activate fibroblasts in the skin. These are responsible for producing collagen and elastin – both of which are diminished as we get older.
By injecting this substance into the skin, collagen and elastin production is increased, which allows the area to become fuller and firmer without the need for fillers. Essentially, instead of introducing a material to fill the area, this treatment triggers the natural process your body needs to do in order to firm up the skin.
Which is safer?
Both treatments are safe when they are handled by a qualified and experienced professional. This is not a treatment you can do yourself at home, and it’s not something that you should trust to someone with very little experience. Any injection under the eye area carries greater risk, as it could impact your vision if you experience any swelling.
In terms of adverse reactions to the substances used, this would also be rare, but it’s not out of the question. If you have a fish allergy, it’s important to speak to your beautician before opting for polynucleotide treatment, as this is often derived from salmon DNA.
Which is more effective?
This really depends on the severity of your under eye bags and the cause. If you have a family history of dark under eyes, you might find that tear trough filler is more effective, as this boosts the volume under the eyes instantly.
With polynucleotide treatment, you are relying on your body to restore its own collagen and elastin levels, but this might be less effective if you have always had thin under eyes.
It’s also possible to combine the treatments and cycle between the two to help boost your own natural collagen and elastin levels, while also giving your skin a helping boost. If you’re not sure which treatment is right for you, speak to our team about the options available. We can help you to create a treatment plan that will provide the best possible results for your aesthetic concerns.
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