Varies: Excess skin below the eyes is a combination of factors. Gravity is a major player, heredity also has a role. Is your skin on the dry side and do you have prominent vessels underneath the eyes. Are you overweight or have you lost weight. Check out your mom as well for the hereditary component. An oculoplastic surgeon can advise you about correction.
Answered 4/3/2013
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Several reasons..: The skin around the eyelid is very thin and prone to swelling and fluid retention. It could be swelling from inflammation (e.g., allergy eye, contact lens overwear), or a salty diet causing an accumulation of fluid while you are asleep. It could also be due to undereye tissue loosening or thyroid issues, so it would be a good idea to get this checked out by an eye md (ophthalmologist).
Answered 12/9/2013
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