An upper eyelid hernia (fatty eyelid hernia) is a cosmetic defect that occurs due to decreased turgor and ptosis of the skin of the upper eyelid, followed by filling of the space under the skin with fatty tissue.
Eyelid hernias, as a rule, do not pose any health hazard, but they are a rather serious cosmetic problem. A hernia of the upper eyelid is a consequence of age-related changes and can appear in both women and men after 35-40 years.
Causes:
The occurrence of a hernia of the upper eyelid is explained by the influence of internal and external factors. In this case, the main reasons are considered to be:
- Hereditary predisposition;
- Disorders of lymph flow and microcirculation;
- Poor diet and bad habits (smoking, alcohol);
- Exposure to ultraviolet radiation;
- Lack of sleep and stress;
- Changes in hormonal levels;
- Regular excessive eye fatigue;
- The structure of the bones that form the eye sockets.
There are few sebaceous glands in the area around the eyes, so the skin of the eyelids is prone to dryness. Proper regular and gentle care of the skin around the eyes can delay the appearance of an eyelid hernia.
Causes of fatty hernias under the eyes
Depending on the causes of hernias under the eyes, this cosmetic defect can be observed both in young people (20 years old) and in older people as a result of age-related changes in the body. In any case, regardless of its origin, lower eyelid hernias can be corrected surgically. The most common reasons causing this defect include the following external and internal factors:
- features of the individual anatomical structure of the eye;
- the result of natural aging;
- exposure to ultraviolet radiation and unfavorable ecology;
- increased visual load;
- eye diseases;
- alcohol abuse, smoking;
- regular lack of sleep, fatigue, prolonged stress;
- hormonal disorders, blood circulation disorders;
- decreased density and ptosis of the membrane structure of the lower eyelids.
Treatment of an upper eyelid hernia without surgery:
1. The most effective and safe treatment method today is non-surgical laser blepharoplasty Fotona SmoothEye™ - this rejuvenation of the upper and lower eyelids and paraorbital area has an effect comparable to the results of surgery.
As a result of the use of synergistic methods of laser tissue reconstruction, the collagen framework of the skin of the eyelids is restored, the tone and turgor of tissues increases, wrinkles, eyelid hernias, hyperpigmentation and venous stagnation phenomena are eliminated (dark circles under the eyes go away)
Education mechanism
An eye hernia is a clump of fat that forms under the skin of the eyelids. The facial muscles work continuously. Endless contractions of the facial muscles end with the skin of the face losing its elasticity. Voids form in epithelial tissues. The free space is intensively overgrown with fat cells. A stream of lymph flows into the eyelid area.
Voids filled with adipose tissue and lymphoid fluid turn into cosmetic defects. The skin in the eye area becomes deformed.
Swelling forms on the upper eyelids, and bags form on the lower eyelids. Defects make the face ugly and age it prematurely.
Advantages of laser blepharoplasty:
- A combination of patented laser techniques in one procedure.
- Local anesthesia.
- Minimum rehabilitation period (1-3 days)
- No seasonal restrictions
- Unsurpassed effect of anti-aging therapy in the middle third of the face.
- Safety (protective eye shields are used).
The results of laser blepharoplasty are comparable to the effect of plastic surgery. But the procedure has no side effects and does not require long-term rehabilitation.
2.Injection blepharoplasty. It involves injection into the area above or below the eyelid of a special agent that resolves fat deposits, removes excess fluid and activates the regenerative properties of the skin. Injection blepharoplasty is performed on both the lower and upper eyelids. The injected drugs help eliminate wrinkles, launch natural regeneration processes, and eliminate excess subcutaneous fat.
The result is to “open” the eyes, smooth out the skin texture, and achieve an aesthetic appearance. As a result, throughout the entire duration of the drug’s action, wrinkles are smoothed out, swelling, dark circles and bags under the eyes go away, and hernias are smoothed out.
To perform contour injection blepharoplasty, fillers based on hyaluronic acid are used, which, evenly distributed, smoothes the skin surface and triggers rejuvenation processes by stimulating the production of collagen and elastin.
The tissues are saturated with moisture and the production of elastin and collagen is stimulated. In addition to hyaluronic acid, bioremediation mesococktails are used to achieve similar goals.
Among the substances in this group are:
- Yuvederm;
- style;
- Glytone;
- Teosyal;
- Dermaheal eyebag solutions;
- Meso Wharton P199;
- Meso Xanthin F199.
Another group of drugs is aimed at combating excess tissue that contributes to excessive drooping of the eyelids, the formation of bags, edema, and hernias. Problems are solved using lipolysis. They use drugs based on natural ingredients that trigger the process of breaking down adipose tissue and normalizing metabolic processes. Among the drugs in this group, the following are popular:
- Lipostabil;
- MRKh complex;
- Caregen;
- Aminomix.
Important! The choice of the drug is made by a cosmetologist. A professional assessment of external signs helps to correctly determine the means of control.
3. Microcurrents. Microcurrent therapy is a soft and delicate hardware technique for facial rejuvenation. During this procedure, a pulsed current of low voltage and with different frequency characteristics affects the skin, muscle tissue, lymphatic and blood vessels. Microcurrents help increase energy reserves in cells, change the resting potential on membranes, normalize metabolic processes, and have a lymphatic drainage, anti-inflammatory and regenerating effect.
- Effects of microcurrent therapy.
- improvement of skin microcirculation, which ensures sufficient delivery of nutrients and oxygen to cells and timely removal of toxins;
- increasing the firmness and elasticity of the skin, tightening the skin due to the activation of fibroblasts;
- elimination of bags under the eyes and dark circles under the eyes;
- normalization of trophism and skin moisture;
- optimization of the sebaceous glands, narrowing of pores, getting rid of acne on the face;
- stimulation of local and humoral immunity to prevent and eliminate inflammatory processes on the skin;
- normalization of melanocytes (cells that produce pigment) and acceleration of melanin breakdown, which helps improve complexion and reduce signs of skin photoaging;
- normalization of muscle tone;
- elimination of facial swelling;
This leads to remodeling and activation of collagen and elastin synthesis, which helps tighten and tighten the skin, restoring firmness and elasticity of the skin. Due to the lifting effect, the skin of the upper eyelid is tightened and ptosis is reduced. The procedure prevents an increase in the amount of fat under the eyelids, normalizes microcirculation and lymph flow.
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Education mechanism
An eye hernia is a clump of fat that forms under the skin of the eyelids. The facial muscles work continuously. Endless contractions of the facial muscles end with the skin of the face losing its elasticity. Voids form in epithelial tissues. The free space is intensively overgrown with fat cells. A stream of lymph flows into the eyelid area.
Voids filled with adipose tissue and lymphoid fluid turn into cosmetic defects. The skin in the eye area becomes deformed.
Swelling forms on the upper eyelids, and bags form on the lower eyelids. Defects make the face ugly and age it prematurely.
Pay attention to eye color
For brown eye makeup
with a drooping upper eyelid, lilac, emerald and blue-blue shades are suitable. Brown, golden and black shadows using the smokey eye technique will ideally emphasize the depth of the look.
Green eyes
You should select shadows from the purple color range, mainly purple nuances or shades of burgundy. A great evening makeup option would be a smokey eye done in khaki shades.
Create an illusionary haze around blue or gray eyes
You can use shadows in gray and light brown colors. And shades of coral, rose or sky will help you create a wonderful daytime make-up using the relief technique.
Before applying makeup for the looming eyelid, do not forget about eye color. By choosing the right shades of eyeshadow, you can achieve an impressive effect with a simple accent on your eyes.
Looking at the shape of the eyes
Drooping eyelids are especially characteristic of Asian faces, but they are also quite common in European faces. However, makeup for each person differs in the shade of skin, eyes, and hair.
For Asian women, the most advantageous makeup option will be techniques that include arrows, especially shaded ones. Of the techniques, preference should be given to a contrasting option, including the two lightest and darkest shades from the palette, for example, smokey ice or bird's wing.
Of the colors suitable for makeup for Asian eyes with drooping eyelids, it is better to choose:
- Light grey;
- Dusty;
- Black;
- Purple;
- Dark pink;
- Chocolate.
It is recommended to resort to tricks like an “artificial fold” - for Asian women, and a play of light and shadow, which combines warm and cold tones of shadows - for a European type of face.
For the European type of face, a larger number of techniques and shades are suitable. You can choose a relief method of applying shadows, smokey eye, butterfly or loop. Naturally, each technique must be performed flawlessly to hide imperfections.
Color palette of shadows for the impending eyelid and European type:
- Violet;
- Emerald;
- Brown;
- Golden;
- Black;
- Smoky;
- Nude.
Lipsticks for each type are selected in accordance with the shade of eye shadow, skin tone, hair and eye color, as well as in compliance with the basic rule of any makeup: highlight only the eyes, or only the lips.
Emergency measures
If you find bags under your eyes in the morning and have time to get ready, you can use the following methods:
- eye cream with a vasoconstrictor effect, the remnants of which must be removed with a napkin 20 minutes after application;
- ice cubes based on a decoction of medicinal herbs with lemon juice;
- green tea bags;
- fresh cucumber slices;
- coffee grounds;
- freshly squeezed white cabbage juice.
When performing all procedures, it is advisable to take a horizontal position, relax and enjoy the procedure.
What not to do
Since swelling of the limbs, swelling, and puffiness under the eyes are formed as a result of fluid retention in the body, women and men try to solve the problem with diuretics. This decision is wrong and can lead to dangerous consequences - pathology of the kidneys. Any medications should be taken only after consulting a doctor.
To disguise bags and circles with cosmetics it is not recommended:
- Line your eyes completely with eyeliner, especially if it is dark shades. Then the eye shape will noticeably narrow.
- Apply only the upper eyelid. The look will become stern.
- Unfinished eyebrows. This part of the face is underestimated, but in vain. With beautifully drawn eyebrows, the look becomes complete and the look becomes expressive.
You should also not paint your eyelashes too thickly. Then they will stick together and lumps will form, which will only attract the eye to the problem areas.
