What can I expect during my tear trough treatment?
Your experience begins with a no-obligation consultation with a cosmetic doctor or nurse at Contour Clinics, where we’ll conduct a thorough assessment of your under-eye area and discuss your concerns to develop a tailored plan. This ensures any approach suits your unique anatomy and goals, while explaining potential risks like temporary discomfort or bruising.
Once ready, a topical numbing cream is applied to the area for comfort. The skin is then cleansed, and based on your evaluation, a non-surgical volumisation technique is used along the orbital rim to address hollowing and shadows.
This process aims to support a smoother appearance, but results vary by individual factors such as skin type and lifestyle, some may notice a more rested look, while others experience different outcomes.
Finally, gentle massage helps integrate the treatment for evenness. The session is typically has minimal downtime, although varies person to person and we’ll provide aftercare guidance to manage any side effects.
Where are tear trough treatments placed?
The exact placement for non-surgical under-eye volumisation varies based on your unique anatomy and the nature of hollowing in the tear trough area. A detailed consultation helps determine the most suitable approach, ensuring it aligns with your concerns while discussing risks like temporary bruising or unevenness and outcomes always differ by individual.
For some, treatment focuses along the orbital rim (the bony edge around the eye socket) to provide support to muscles, restore volume in affected compartments, and strengthen nearby ligaments, potentially enhancing the overall under-eye appearance.
Others may benefit from a cannula technique (using a blunt instrument) nearer the inner corner of the eye to address shadows or dark circles and add subtle volume where needed.
At Contour Clinics, every plan is customised through a thorough assessment to address your specific goals, with no one-size-fits-all method.
How much under-eye volume do I typically need?
The amount of volume required for under-eye treatments varies greatly from person to person, depending on factors like your unique anatomy, the extent of hollowing, and your aesthetic goals. A thorough consultation is essential to determine what’s appropriate for you, as results differ and all procedures carry risks such as swelling or unevenness.
In many cases, we start with a conservative approach, such as 0.5ml per side, to assess how your skin responds. A follow-up review around two weeks later allows us to evaluate the outcome and decide if additional sessions might be suitable.
While some individuals find 0.5ml per side sufficient to address their concerns, others may need adjustments based on their response—always discussed in detail during your visit at Contour Clinics. If you’re considering under-eye volumisation in Sydney or Brisbane, book a consultation to explore a personalised plan.
