5 Eyebag Removal Treatments for Every Budget

Puffy, dark circles under the eyes can make even the most well-rested people look ill and tired. These half-moon shadows are a challenge to treat, since they can stem from varying factors, from genetics to aging. Thankfully, some treatments can help smoothen and brighten those under-eye circles. Scroll on to learn the best eyebag removal treatments for your buck.

You can deflate your under-eye bags without going under the knife if they’re a result of swelling. Non-surgical options help make the puffiness and discoloration in the area less pronounced but won’t banish them for good. Only eyebag removal surgery can provide a permanent solution. However, it should be considered a last resort, given the high cost and risks.

Those who seek more dramatic results may opt for minimally invasive eyebag removal treatments like fillers and laser therapies, which you can explore further below.

Dry skin makes dark circles look more defined. So, experts recommend a nourishing skincare regimen consisting of a cleanser, moisturizer, eyebag remover cream, and sunscreen to help wake up tired-looking eyes. The right ingredients (hint: retinol, caffeine, or vitamin C) can also leave your under-eye area looking a bit more glowy and “tighter” – as long as you stick to your skincare routine.

Incorporate POND’S Bright Miracle Night Serum into your nighttime regimen. It’s formulated to help enhance your skin’s regenerating process, so you wake up with radiant and glowing skin. Follow with POND'S Age Miracle Ultimate Youth Night Cream, which has hexyl-retinol that helps speed up skin repair by up to 10 times without causing irritation. Finally, apply an eye cream that you can use day and night, to perk up your under-eye skin, help blur fine lines, and brighten your eye bags.

The ol’ frozen spoon trick does wonders in reducing inflammation and swelling skin under the eyes, especially after a long night. It works by temporarily shrinking the blood vessels and decreasing circulation to the area. Similarly, chilled cucumber slices and tea bags give a refreshing boost to your peepers. The natural antioxidants can help hydrate and soothe the delicate skin around the eyes.

Some people have a prominent tear trough (hollowness between the lower eyelid and the cheek) or experience volume loss under the eyes due to aging. These conditions can create indented shadows that are difficult to conceal with makeup. Dermal fillers help fill in any sunken spaces with hyaluronic acid, which firms up sagging skin. The downtime is minimal, and the results can last anywhere from six months to a year.

Still, fillers aren’t cheap. You may spend between ₱10,000 to ₱20,000 per session, depending on the type of filler, the number of syringes used, and where you get the procedure.

Non-ablative laser is one of the most popular eyebag removal treatments because it can address multiple issues simultaneously. Using concentrated light frequencies, it stimulates collagen production to tighten the skin, increases elasticity to fade wrinkles, and evens out skin tone. The only caveat is it may not be suitable for those with darker complexion as laser application can sometimes cause pigmentation issues.

For best results, do three to five sessions of laser treatment, spaced two weeks apart. This means you have to shell out around ₱50,000 in total.

Lower eyelid surgery, also known as lower blepharoplasty, is typically recommended for individuals with severe under-eye bags caused by excess fat deposits or loose skin. During the surgery, the surgeon makes small incisions either on the inside of the lower eyelid or along the lower lash line to remove the extra fat, muscle, or skin.

It goes without saying that eyebag removal surgery is expensive, with prices starting from ₱50,000 upwards. In some cases, the surgery may be combined with other cosmetic procedures such as laser or facial fat grafting for optimal results, which increases the overall cost.

In-office eyebag removal treatments may not be within everyone’s budget, but you can still rely on your intensive skincare routine. Also, it doesn’t hurt to reduce your sodium intake, avoid major life stressors, and get more sleep. Perhaps those circles under your eyes are telling you to chill out every once in a while.