Painting bags under the eyes. Photos, causes and treatment

Painting bags under the eyes, which are the result of natural skin aging, occur when the lower eyelids sag under the weight of the subcutaneous fat layer. There is orbital fat in the tissues around the lower eyelid (this is shown in the photo in the article), which serves to in order to keep the eye in its orbital position, absorb shocks, maintain the temperature of the eye apples.

Characteristic

Painting bags under the eyes (the photo can be viewed on the website) are closely related to subcutaneous adipose tissue. With its weakening, loss of muscle tone, the skin loses its elasticity, malar fat drops, therefore folds are formed. Disruption of lymph flow can be caused by illness, fatigue, stress, and other reasons. Most often they appear in women and men after 30 years.

If the accumulation of the fatty bag occurs constantly, then the process becomes chronic. In this case, surgical removal is the only treatment option. On the other hand, if the reason for the swelling of the bags is an excess of water in the body, then this phenomenon is temporary and can be removed with simple home remedies or cosmetics.

Stages and degrees

Under-eye bags (photo, causes are given below) are formed in the space between the lower eyelid and the upper part of the cheekbones.

Their appearance is staged:

• Initially sagging skin around the eyes, on the cheekbones, is limited to the outer corner of the eye.
• Then, in these places, blood vessels appear, especially if the skin is thin and light, and the paint bags become more noticeable. If the problem is not resolved at this stage, the furrows deepen, and the entire periorbital zone is already affected.
• At the last stage, the bags become full, as pronounced as possible. Often a horizontal fold can be seen under the eyes - the skin, which has greatly lost its elasticity, collapses under its own weight.

Symptoms and Signs

Fat deposits under the eyes are found during external examination:

• soft bags under the lower eyelid;
• noticeable swelling of the skin located between the lower eyelashes and the upper part of the cheekbones;
• sagging and loose skin around the eyes;
• narrowed field of view.

The appearance of bags is often associated with the accumulation of dark pigments in the same area, such as melanin, which usually appear in the form of dark circles or stripes around the eyes.

Fat deposits in the lower eyelids not only appear externally, but also disrupt the function of internal organs, reduce the work of the lacrimal canal.

Causes

Under-eye bags (see photo below) are the result of an increase in adipose tissue. The capillaries that fill the adipose tissue release water and serum, which in turn causes an increase in fat, reduces elasticity and creates sagging skin. In the chronic form, edema can be signs of various diseases.

Organic reasons that caused the appearance of paint bags:

• Conjunctivitis. Inflammation of the membrane covering the white part of the eye (the front half of the eyeball) caused by allergies, viruses, or bacteria. Irritation contributes to the expansion of capillaries and the formation of edema.
• Liver problems. The liver's task is to remove toxins, but when its functions are disrupted, they accumulate, causing damage to the entire body.
• Hypothyroidism A disease caused by insufficient production of thyroid hormones. Slowing down the activity of its functions causes water retention, which is expressed on the face.
• High blood pressure. With an increase in Ad, the capillaries present in the fat under the eyelid lose water and serum, and the fat increases in volume.
• Kidney problems. The blood purifier regulates body fluids, so when it is not working properly, water retention and fluid build-up around the eyes occurs.

One of the bad habits that can contribute to the formation of bags is sleeping at night without a pillow. In this position, a significant amount of blood, which during the day under the influence of gravity goes to the legs, goes to the head.

This results in a subsequent increase in blood pressure in the capillaries present in the orbital fat and hence they produce more serum and water. During the night, the fat is soaked in a lot of water and appears as bags under the eyes. During the day, the accumulation of fluid is reabsorbed and the bags shrink slightly.

But if the process occurs constantly over time, then the continuous swelling and decrease in orbital fat in this area can lead to an inflammatory condition: the fat becomes fibrous and does not return to its original parameters. This is the reason that leads to the formation of painful edema.

The formation of sacs in some cases occurs at the genetic level. But this mostly happens with age. As the skin loses its elasticity and fullness over time, it sags. The skin around the eyes is especially thin and sensitive, and frequent mechanical stress on this area, for example, constant rubbing of the eyes or removing makeup, cause additional damage to the connective tissue, contribute to weakening of the skin.

In itself, this is not a pathology or a disease, but if bags under the eyes are accompanied by irritation, excessive swelling, you should consult a dermatologist.

Along with the puffiness under the eyes, attention should be paid to the legs. If swelling and bruising appear on them, this can be a serious problem with water retention in case of impaired kidney function.

Other reasons may be lack of sleep, especially during a stressful period, hormonal changes, fragility of capillaries, and an unhealthy lifestyle.

Diagnostics

In the vast majority of cases, bags under the eyes are a harmless disease that does not require special medical care.

However, it is recommended to see a doctor if the swelling persists for a long time or causes pain, redness, itching.

In these circumstances, the doctor will evaluate the possible causes of the swelling with a medical examination.

If allergy, thyroid disease or infection is suspected, the patient will receive a referral to doctors of a narrow specialty, and if necessary, he will be offered to undergo an examination by a plastic surgeon.

Internal diseases must be ruled out before removing paint bags.

The main initial medical examination is blood tests. It is recommended to check for signs of infection, hormonal imbalances, or impaired liver and kidney function.

Treatment methods

Genetically caused bags under the eyes cannot be prevented. Surgery is the only way to remove fat deposits and tighten the skin. On the other hand, age-related bags under the eyes can be targeted. Although it is impossible to completely stop their development, since the outer cover inevitably loses its elasticity over time.

Proper skin care plays an important role here. Regular moisturizing of the skin with lotions, special creams supports the connective tissue, the relaxation of the fiber slows down. Sunscreen creams also protect the skin from UV rays. A healthy lifestyle slows down the development of sacs.

Surgery

Painting bags can be quickly removed with surgery. For this, the following techniques are used:

• Laser operation. An effective method for small lesions, in which the surgeon makes an incision in the area of ​​the sac, removes accumulated fat, sutures the incision site. The operation is performed under local anesthesia. If the fat deposits are very large, laser surgery does not always help.
• Excision with a scalpel. The procedure is performed under local or general anesthesia, depending on the size of the formation. The surgeon makes a micro-incision, removes excess fat, excises an area of ​​stretched skin. The recovery period is long, and the result is visible in 3-5 weeks.
• Transconjunctival way. The technology is used in cases where the formations have not reached large sizes. The excess fat is removed through a puncture in the skin. There are no complications after the procedure, the rehabilitation period is practically absent.

Painting bags, puffiness under the eyes disappear after operations for a long time, but not forever. Photos before and after the surgery are presented on the website.

Cosmetic products

The fight against edema includes the impact on the venous and lymphatic microcirculation of the infraorbital region.

For this, cosmetic products are used based on natural extracts with draining and capillarotropic action (stimulating microcirculation):

• escina (obtained from horse chestnut);
• gotu kola;
• ginseng.

Natural extracts with a soothing, tonic and anti-edema effect:

• aloe vera refreshes the skin and promotes the outflow of fluid accumulated in the eye socket;
• calendula shrinks pores, reduces sebum production:
• cornflower blue contains anti-aging ingredients;
• lily white contains many essential oils that promote skin regeneration.

Antioxidant vitamins:

Vitamin A (retinol and retinoids)	Preparations based on them have exfoliating, anti-aging, stimulating properties, are considered beauty vitamins, effective for lightening the skin and combating swelling, dark circles.
Vitamin C	Included in eye contour products due to its anti-aging properties, since prevents the formation of wrinkles, counteracts the loss of skin tone, promotes collagen synthesis and preserves existing. According to research, application of a product containing 10% vitamin C for 6 months is effective in lightening dark circles.
Vitamin E	It moisturizes the skin and helps fight wrinkles for an anti-aging effect.
Vitamin K	This nutrient, found in some skin creams and serums, increases blood circulation.

Certain anti-wrinkle exfoliating agents may be included in the formulation of cosmetic products: alpha hydroxy acids such as glycolic acid, malic acid. They are effective in stimulating cell renewal. However, given the delicacy of this area, aggressive exfoliants should be avoided by limiting their concentration.

Lymphatic drainage massage

Under-eye bags (photos show changes in the circular muscle of the eye) are associated with poor circulation, so light massage can be effective. Stimulating microcirculation in the eye contour area helps drainage of fluid that has accumulated in place.

Ingredients that reduce wrinkles, improve blood circulation and cell nutrition, and remove free radicals include:

• Derived from plant yeast, adenosine triphosphate (ATP) is rich in energy and gives the skin a silky smooth complexion.
• Oat extracts have a fast lifting and smoothing effect.
• Retinoic acid from organic alfalfa produces positive results.
• Grape seed resveratrol is an effective antioxidant with microlifting action.
• Plant yeast extract provides elasticity to skin cells.
• Kojic acid. According to some sources, this substance, extracted from mushrooms, is effective against bags under the eyes. However, it can cause side effects such as skin redness and contact dermatitis.

The massage procedure at home takes 7-15 minutes.

Required products: mild cleanser, moisturizing toner, eye serum based on the above products, moisturizing eye cream that can be used as a mask, cotton pads.

• Refresh your face with a cleanser.
• Spray toner around the eyes.
• Apply a small amount of serum.
• Apply a thick layer of eye moisturizer.
• Place your index fingers in the soft nasal cavity at the inner corner of the eye. Press gently and release. Repeat 5 times. This massage relieves congestion in the tissue under the eyes and helps relieve puffiness.
• Starting at the temple and ending with the nose, using four fingers on each hand, perform a piano-like movement, starting at the temples and working towards the nose. Each of the four fingers should touch the skin very quickly. Massage for 3-4 minutes.
• Place cotton pads soaked in tonic over your eyes. Leave on for 5-7 minutes.
• Remove discs, remove excess moisturizer.
• Apply the serum a second time, followed by the moisturizer and massage until completely absorbed.

Lymph flow is stimulated for the eyes and excess water is removed by light tapping with fingers or the movement of a special massager.

Aesthetic medicine

Painting bags under the eyes (a photo of a cosmetic defect displays the changed structure of the epithelium) can be removed on an outpatient basis using the techniques of aesthetic medicine.

• Laser resurfacing. A fractional Co2 laser is used to treat the skin of the lower eyelid through micro-holes. This stimulates the recovery mechanisms of fibroblasts and growth factors. Thus, the effect of a smooth, firm and uniform skin with a renewed appearance is achieved, thanks to the removal of surface layers and exfoliation.
• Non-ablative fractional laser. This type of laser does not require the removal of the surface layers of the skin and therefore does not force patients to go through a convalescent period. It is less aggressive than the fractional laser described above. The method is indicated for the treatment of bags under the eyes, aimed at correcting and improving skin texture through structural remodeling of the skin tissue.
• Radiofrequency treatment. The procedure is performed using a handpiece equipped with fine needles that penetrate the skin until until they reach the subcutaneous layer, where they emit radio frequency for a short period time. The released energy is active deep in the skin, leaving unchanged the first layers that it encounters. This procedure is suitable for correcting bags under the eyes as it improves the texture of the epidermis.
• Removing bags with the innovative Plexer tool, which consists of an electron plasma generator. Under the influence of plasma, the process of tissue sublimation occurs without heat transfer. At the same time, unwanted formations on the skin are eliminated.
• Chemical peeling. It is carried out using substances that make the skin flake off. This technique is recommended by doctors to remove small mild edema.
• Hyaluronic acid injections. A multipurpose injection filler is used to fill areas around small, mild swelling. HA injections do not remove fat deposits, but rather reduce the contrast between it and the surrounding area, making it less visible.

It should be borne in mind that treatment and recovery from a laser is more complex than a Plexer treatment. After laser and peeling procedures, dressings should be applied and the skin should not be exposed to sunlight.

After treatment with the Plexer device, the patient can return to normal life from the second day.

Aesthetic medicine offers various solutions to restore a fresh, rested and youthful appearance to patients. Treatment methods are very different from each other and are recommended in different cases depending on the characteristics and medical history of the patient being examined.

Home remedies

If puffy eyelids appear only for a short time, and then disappear again with a healthy lifestyle and good sleep, then home remedies are used in such cases.

Cooling lotions often help: cucumber slices, black or green tea bags chilled in the refrigerator, or a curd mask. The compresses are left under the eyes for about 20 minutes, and then gently wipe the area under the eyes with a warm, damp cloth.

Some doctors recommend trying a low-urea ointment. It is a natural endogenous substance that increases the water content of the upper layer of the skin and normalizes skin elasticity. The skin retains moisture better and becomes more elastic.

To reduce bags under the eyes, simple techniques are used:

• Wet eye wipes. Cover eyes with a damp cloth and leave for a few minutes.
• Crush some cold lettuce in a mortar, then apply it under the eyes and leave for 20 minutes.
• Put slices of potatoes, apples, cucumbers or flat thin slices of cold ginger under the eyes, leaving for 20 minutes.
• Extract the gel from the pulp of clean aloe leaves, crush or grind it, place in the refrigerator for a quarter of an hour, From the cooled mass, make a compress on the area around the eyes, leave for 15 minutes.

You can also combine individual products to create masks:

• cucumber + aloe pulp;
• cucumber + egg white;
• aloe pulp + egg white;
• apple pulp puree + cucumber pulp puree.

Cold lotions from water, milk, chamomile broth, lemon juice, herbal tea from mallow flowers help well.

A few tips for getting rid of bags under the eyes:

• Avoid contact with allergens to avoid swelling. If there are signs of frequent rhinitis or sinusitis, which can cause swelling of the eyes, it is recommended to use a special spray to wash the nasal passage.
• Do circular massages around the eyes to activate microcirculation.
• It is advisable to use nourishing and moisturizing creams day and night, especially after cleansing the face, but especially creams that are suitable for the eye contour.

Potential consequences and complications

Patients perceive bags under the eyelids as an inconvenience. This not only makes them older, but also lowers their quality of life. If bags under the eyes or dark circles around the eyes persist, it is recommended to see a doctor. This could be a sign of illness. Only medical examinations can finally confirm or deny this. If the swelling is caused by certain diseases, then symptomatic and cosmetic treatment will give a temporary effect.

Under-eye bags without other symptoms are more often an aesthetic problem that can be solved with cosmetic surgery, and often on their own. As they become more noticeable, especially in the photo, they give the face a state of fatigue, visually make the person look older.

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