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Dark under-eye circles can be a real bummer.
Genetics and/or skin tone could be the real culprits in this case.
Heaven knows I have.
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So I decided to finally go big which for me meant going to a professional.
My response was an enthusiastic “Yes!”
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What Is PRP?
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The premise behind PRP is that the platelets in your blood have regenerative and healing properties.
Theplasmaincites your body to produce more collagen and has anti-inflammatory properties.
Both of those things help to reduce the appearance of under-eye circles.
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However, it’s important to note that both dermatologists agree that the effects may be limited.
“Under eye filler may prove to be better in this case.”
Dr. Sobel also highlights the need for fillers to meet certain expectations.
“Its not for treating the hollows under the eyes that is reserved for fillers.”
“Drink lots of water!”
“If you are hydrated before your blood draw it is easier to obtain a good sample.”
Blood thinners must be avoided before the procedure, as well as aspirin, Advil, and Motrin.
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see to it you are thoroughly numbed prior to treatment for minimal pain in the area.
Then, that blood was taken into a different area and spun in a centrifuge.
The centrifuge concentrates the platelets, and the resulting liquid is a golden color.
Then the practitioner performed the injections.
Luckily it was over quickly, and I went on my way.
There was a tiny bruise under one eye from one of the injections, but it was barely noticeable.
“Bruising can occur and last up to a week before going away,” says Dr. Sobel.
“You may experience temporary puffiness, but this resolves quickly.”
In addition to bruising and swelling, Dr. Evans notes underwhelming outcomes as a potential side effect.
In a worst-case scenario, fillers gone wrong in your eye area can cause blindness.
The circles were a touch lighter than prior, but not a lot.
However, I continued to see improvement throughout the month (as the practitioner told me would happen).
“Most people will need a series of injections about 4 weeks apart,” adds Dr. Sobel.
After four sessions of PRP, the results are claimed to last up to two years.
If you get it done once annually, that is purported to be sufficient to keep the effects indefinitely.
Aftercare
Cool compresses will be your best friend post-treatment.
Dr. Evans is also a big fan of following up with ice and lots of relaxation after the procedure.
It also costs a fraction of what youd pay for the alternatives, and it may last longer.
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