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A 27-year-old female asked:
What procedures are there to get rid of under eye bags other than surgery?
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Dr. Jeffrey Whitmananswered
Ophthalmology 47 years experience
Skin variability: The skin under the eyes (and underlying fat pockets that protect the eye) can become edematous from heredity, diet, lack of sleep etc.. Other than surgery, no real way to get rid of these.
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A 27-year-old female asked:
What is the best product to get rid of under eye bags?
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Dr. Bruce Sarananswered
Ophthalmology 35 years experience
Dermatochalasis: Laxity of the connective tissue around the eye that causes the fat pads around the eyeball to "push" forward called dermatochalasis. This can occur with age. Skin laxity or "looseness" also causes this. Surgery is the only option. You should see your doctor. Another cause is allergies. If you have itching and nasal congestion try cold compresses and antihistamines.
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A 44-year-old member asked:
What to do if i need suggestions on how to get rid of under eye bags?
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Dr. Sandra Lora Cremersanswered
Ophthalmology 27 years experience
Dark Circles: Circles under eye can be due to: allergy "allergic shiners", fatigue, genetic variation, aging. Lower lid skin is very thin so blood vessels under skin can make area look dark. Various topical remedies try to help but only mask the condition with no cure. What helps: drink 8 cups water/day, sunblock, hat, enough rest; avoid rubbing; makeup; facial plastic surgery when severe; allergist can help.
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A 45-year-old member asked:
Can you tell me how to get rid of my under eye bags?
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Dr. William Cappaertanswered
Ophthalmology 61 years experience
Try eyelid creams: Baggy eyelids are usually an aging change. However you may be retaining fluid and need a diuretic. Be sure your kidney function is normal and you are getting adequate sleep. Loreal, Kiehl, Avon and Lancome all make good dehydrating creams for the eyelids. Blepharoplasty surgery can remove the bags and excess skin as well. Have an oculoplastic ophthalmologist do the surgery not a plastic surgeon.
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A 45-year-old member asked:
How to get rid of under eye shadows/bags?
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Dr. Sandra Lora Cremersanswered
Ophthalmology 27 years experience
Dark Circles .: Circles under eye can be due to: allergy "allergic shiners", fatigue, genetic variation, aging. Lower lid skin is very thin so blood vessels under skin can make area look dark. Various topical remedies try to help but only mask the condition with no cure. What helps: drink 8 cups water/day, sunblock, hat, enough rest; avoid rubbing; makeup; see eyedoc2020@blogspot.com for more info
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A 36-year-old member asked:
How to get eye bags under your eyes?
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Dr. Harold Peltananswered
Ophthalmology 30 years experience
Bags under eyes: The easiest way to get bags under your eyes is to get up very early after only a few hours of sleep. All doctors have used this method on themselves during training. The next best method is to expose yourself to mild allergens (not the kind that kill you). Lastly, special effects makeup can be used. Why do you want them? Are you an actor or artist?
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