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Surgery: The Only Way Men Can Permanently Remove Bags Under Their Eyes

Sep 2, 2021 | The Clinic London | 0 comments

Surgery: The Only Way Men Can Permanently Remove Bags Under Their Eyes - Male eye, photo model

There are several treatments for eye bags, but only one is permanent.

While many men are not as self-conscious as women, one thing bothers them― eye bags. If you are wondering how to get rid of bags under eyes men, there are solutions to it.

Heavy, noticeable eye bags are unattractive. Due to this, they let many men down. If you are annoyed by your eye bags, it’s time to get rid of them.

But how exactly do you get rid of eye bags? Can you rely on home remedies? Should you trust blepharoplasty or eye bag surgery?

In this article, I will talk about what causes eye bags and the best way to get rid of them.

What Causes Bags Under Eyes?

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Aging and genetics cause eye bags in men.

Before we go to the different solutions to bags under eyes men, let’s take a look at what causes bags under eyes. Here they are:

1. Aging

Aging is a major cause of eye bags. It is because as you get older, your body produces less collagen.

Collagen provides strength and structure to your skin. Hence, less collagen means less support and firmness. Due to this, your eye bags become more noticeable.

In addition, ageing causes fat to go under your eyes, making your eye bags bigger.
The bony foundation under your eyes also changes. This enables fat to go forward.

The fat sinks deeper, making your under eye look swollen. As a result, your eye bags become worse.

2. Genetics

Genetics also primarily causes bags under eyes. You can inherit prominent eye bags. If prominent, heavy eye bags run in your family, you will likely have them as well.

Moreover, your genetic makeup can make you vulnerable to pigmentation. This makes your eye bags appear earlier than usual. This is because pigmentation emphasises your eye bags. As a result, you look older than your real age.

Some people are also predisposed to fat moving under the eyeball to the front of the eye because of genetics.

3. Medical Conditions

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Medical conditions like thyroid problems can cause eye bags in men.

Certain medical conditions also cause or worsen eye bags under eyes men.

For one, allergies exacerbate puffiness under the eyes. This happens when congestion in the sinuses causes congestion in the veins under the eyes.

The blood then accumulates under the eyes, making the bags swell. The veins also dilate and darken, leading to puffiness and dark circles.

Any type of nasal allergy can lead to this, including allergies to specific food.

Furthermore, health problems involving the thyroid can cause swollen eye bags.

4. UV Rays

UV rays are one of the most damageing factors leading to many skin problems, including eye bags.

Whether it’s from the sun or an artificial source, UV rays break down the skin’s elastin and collagen levels. As you may well know, these substances play a huge role in the skin’s strength, elasticity, and structure.

In addition, UV rays deprive the skin of moisture, which is crucial for the skin’s functioning and appearance.

Moreover, UV rays can cause hyperpigmentation. Hyperpigmentation darkens certain areas of the face, including the under eyes.

5. Poor Lifestyle

A poor lifestyle characterised by lack of sleep, poor nutrition, and stress can cause eye bags.

To begin with, lack of sleep can lead to fluid buildup under your eyes. Consequently, your eye bags become larger. This is the reason why your eye bags look larger when you don’t get enough sleep.

Poor nutrition leads to eye bags as well. A diet with a lot of sugar and salt aggravates eye bags. Since the skin under your eyes is thin, inflammation exacerbates your eye bags. In addition, salty food makes you retain water. This aggravates your eye bags as well.

Lastly, stress makes your eye bags look bigger. Blood circulation slows down when you are stressed. This makes blood pool under your eyes. The blood then spreads out under your eyes and oxidises. This whole process causes puffy eye bags and a dark purple color over them.

How to Get Rid of Bags Under Eyes Men: The Best Solution

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Surgery is the best solution to eye bags in men.

If you’ve been wondering how to get rid of bags under eyes men, I will explain the best solution to you.

Surgery, also known as blepharoplasty is the best solution to bags under eyes men. There are many reasons why.

For one, blepharoplasty effectively gets rid of eye bags. All of my patients’ eye bags decreased after surgery. They were all satisfied after seeing the results they wanted. Getting rid of their eye bags also boosted their confidence.

Second, eye bag surgery is more cost-efficient in the long run. While it is more expensive in the short run, the costs of creams and makeup over time are higher.

Eye bag removal surgery also permanently removes your eye bags. The results of surgery can last up to a lifetime. Many of my patients enjoy the results for decades.

Interestingly, surgery is the only permanent solution to eye bags. Unlike other under eye bags treatments, eyelid surgery is the only solution that lasts for years.

How to Get Rid of Bags Under Eyes Men: An Excellent Alternative

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Tear trough fillers are an excellent alternative to surgery.

While surgery is the only permanent solution to eye bags in men, it is not for everyone. Some patients prefer a non-surgical alternative.

Tear trough fillers can fix your eye bags as well. A tear trough filler treatment can deliver results just like surgery. The main difference is that this treatment’s results do not last as long. Hence, you have to go under it again once the results fade away.

Despite this, many patients choose tear trough filler treatments because they do not involve surgery. In addition, some people cannot afford to pay a one-time fee for surgery. Hence, non-surgical treatment works for them.

How to Get Rid of Eyebags: Home Remedies for Bags Under Eyes

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Home remedies for bags under eyes work, but they are not as effective as cosmetic procedures.

Do home remedies for bags under eyes work? Let’s find out.

Makeup can hide your eye bags. Creams can also lighten them. However, they work slightly. They do not work as well as surgery and tear trough fillers. In addition, their costs go higher over time.

To begin with, over-the-counter remedies cannot get rid of your eye bags. They are band-aid solutions that you have to apply every day. Moreover, hiding your eye bags means putting a lot of product on your skin. This can lead to irritation, under eye wrinkles, and other problems that will only make your eye bags worse.

These remedies are also not cost-effective. For instance, buying high-end concealers for decades ends up being more expensive than surgery. Similarly, buying expensive creams ends up being more costly than surgery.

Furthermore, using these remedies wastes your time. Think about the hours you spend putting makeup and cream to hide your eye bags. You can save time by having surgery for permanent results.

Conclusion

Eye bags bother most men, even if they do not say it out loud. The only permanent solution to them is blepharoplasty or eye bag surgery. A tear trough filler treatment is a non-surgical alternative for those who are not ready or cannot afford surgery.

While surgery is a promising solution to eye bags in men, it is not for everyone. Hence, you need to consult a doctor to see if it suits you.

Want to know more about blepharoplasty? Check out our post Blepharoplasty Surgery: Causes, Treatment, and Costs in the UK to learn more about the blepharoplasty process.

Do you want to know more about how to get rid of bags under eyes men? I will explain everything to you during our consultation. Contact us to book your consultation now!

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Dr. Julian De Silva is a renowned and highly skilled facial plastic surgeon based in Harley Street, London. With a reputation for excellence in aesthetic and reconstructive surgery, Dr. De Silva is the founder of the Centre for Advanced Facial Cosmetic and Plastic Surgery. Specialising in procedures such as facelifts, rhinoplasty, and eyelid surgery, he is known for his meticulous attention to detail and commitment to achieving natural-looking results. 

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