Hello.
I am Representative Director Information Hwang of Cleor Clinic Gangnam Branch.
Have you ever looked in the mirror and noticed hollows under your eyes casting shadows,
with dark circles settling in that same area,
leading people to tell you that you always look tired?
"Even if I sleep enough, the area under my eyes is dark,
and it seems like the under-eye area itself is hollow, creating shadows.
Since whitening eye creams haven't shown much change, I'm looking for a way to fill in the hollow areas
while also managing the dark circles."
I frequently encounter these inquiries in the consultation room.
Under-eye dark circles are not caused by a single factor,
but involve three causes—pigmentation, blood vessels, and structure—either individually or combined.
In particular, structural dark circles accompanied by under-eye hollows
are difficult to address with whitening care alone,
requiring an approach that fills the hollow areas while restoring the thinned dermis around the eyes.
The direction that addresses both this under-eye hollowness and the reduction in dermal thickness
is the Gangnam under-eye dark circle treatment,
which utilizes Juvelook Eye, a collagen booster specifically for the eye area.
Today, I will explain how dark circles are categorized,
how Juvelook Eye works under the eyes,
and which types of dark circles it is suitable for.
Four types of under-eye dark circles
👉 Under-eye dark circles are divided into three types: pigmentary, vascular, and structural, with causes and approaches that differ completely depending on the type.
Pigmentary dark circles
This type involves pigmentation under the eyes appearing brown or tan.
It is a state where excessive melanin production has darkened the under-eye skin itself,
caused by UV exposure, hormonal changes, habits of frequently rubbing the eyes, or genetic tendencies.
It is characterized by a tone that remains constant regardless of sleep status.
Vascular dark circles
This type involves a bluish or reddish hue visible under the eyes.
It is a state where the skin around the eyes has thinned, making the blood vessels underneath visible,
caused by lack of sleep, stress, poor circulation, and skin thinning that progresses with age.
It is characterized by becoming more prominent when tired and temporarily lightening in color when pressed gently.
Structural dark circles
This type involves shadows cast under the eyes due to reduced under-eye fat or sagging skin.
As under-eye volume disappears due to aging or rapid weight loss, curves form under the eyes,
and shadows are cast on those curves, making them appear dark.
It is a form that appears dark due to shadows rather than changes in skin tone.
Mixed type
A mixed type where all three types appear together is also frequently observed.
In this case, it is difficult to approach with a single treatment,
and a combination tailored to the cause of each type is necessary.
※ This is an example image.
Types of dark circles suitable for Juvelook Eye
👉 Juvelook Eye is a treatment particularly well-suited for structural dark circles caused by under-eye hollowness and vascular dark circles where blood vessels are visible due to dermal thinning; for pigmentary types, it requires parallel use with pigmentation management treatments.
Structural dark circles - Optimal indication
It is best suited for types where shadows are cast due to reduced under-eye volume.
The immediate hyaluronic acid volume of Juvelook Eye and
the autologous collagen regeneration that settles over time
fill in the under-eye hollows to alleviate shadows.
Vascular dark circles
It is also effective for types where the dermis has thinned, making the blood vessels underneath visible.
The collagen regeneration induced by Juvelook Eye restores the thinned dermis to be thicker,
thereby reducing the visibility of the blood vessels underneath and alleviating the hue.
Pigmentary dark circles - Parallel treatment required
Brown dark circles where pigmentation itself is the cause are difficult to address with Juvelook Eye alone.
When combined with whitening treatments or pigment lasers,
you can achieve volume/dermal restoration and pigmentation management together.
Mixed dark circles
For mixed types where all three types are present,
we approach it by combining pigmentation management treatments with Juvelook Eye as the core axis.
How Juvelook Eye works under the eyes
👉 Juvelook Eye approaches under-eye hollowness and dark circles together through four stages: immediate volume formation, autologous collagen stimulation, dermal thickness restoration, and dark circle alleviation.
Immediate volume formation
The hyaluronic acid contained in Juvelook Eye forms volume under the eyes immediately after the procedure.
As the hollowed areas are filled immediately,
shadows lighten and the under-eye line becomes smoother.
Autologous collagen stimulation
The injected PDLLA particles slowly decompose between the under-eye dermis and the subcutaneous fat layer,
inducing macrophage and fibroblast reactions.
In this process, autologous collagen production becomes active, and the thinned under-eye dermis is restored.
Dermal thickness restoration
As collagen regeneration accumulates, the thinned under-eye dermis thickens from the inside.
The thickened dermis alleviates the extent to which blood vessels underneath are visible,
working together to improve vascular dark circles.
Dark circle alleviation
As shadows lighten due to volume restoration,
and the visibility of blood vessels decreases due to dermal restoration, dark circles are alleviated together.
It proceeds in a direction where natural changes settle in as time passes.
Why Juvelook Eye is suitable for the under-eye area
👉 Juvelook Eye is a collagen booster specifically for the eye area designed according to the characteristics of thin and sensitive under-eye skin, allowing for both immediate volume and self-regeneration while minimizing the burden on the thin dermis.
Small-volume prescription specifically for the eye area
While general Juvelook Volume is prescribed with large particles for wide areas of the face,
Juvelook Eye is designed with a prescription that is less burdensome, tailored to thin under-eye skin.
Minimizing burden on thin dermis
Because it is a method of injecting precisely in small amounts with a fine needle,
the burden on thin and sensitive under-eye skin is minimized.
Since the practitioner's hand technique and understanding of the area have a significant impact on the results,
the judgment of experienced medical staff determines stability.
Natural results
While general fillers can create immediate volume under the eyes, potentially leaving an artificial impression,
Juvelook Eye is a method where volume settles through autologous collagen,
so natural results are completed as time passes.
Subtle changes
Because the volume change is not dramatic and it is a method where tissue condition is restored,
it is characterized by natural changes that are difficult for those around you to notice.
Gangnam under-eye dark circle treatment sessions and progress
👉 The Gangnam under-eye dark circle treatment is a method of repeating Juvelook Eye 2–4 times at 3–4 week intervals,
and immediate volume after the procedure and autologous collagen restoration that settles over time proceed together.
You can check the immediate volume of hyaluronic acid from right after the procedure,
and the autologous collagen reaction begins to settle in earnest from the 4–6 week point.
The effects are maintained for 6–12 months depending on the individual's under-eye condition,
and subsequent management sessions are determined based on the condition.
We will examine the session composition suitable for your dark circle type and under-eye condition
together during the pre-consultation.
Who is Juvelook Eye suitable for?
Those who are concerned about under-eye hollowness casting shadows and dark circles together
Those who feel that improvement is difficult with eye cream home care
Those who want results that settle naturally rather than the immediate volume of fillers
Those who want to restore the thinned under-eye skin thickness from the inside
Those who prefer natural changes that are not noticeable
Side effects of Gangnam under-eye dark circle treatment and things to know in advance
👉 Gangnam under-eye dark circle treatment is performed based on long-term clinical data, but the characteristics of the eye area, the precise hydration process, and the injection depth have a significant impact on result stability.
Immediately after the procedure, light redness, micro-swelling, thin bruising,
and injection marks may appear in the under-eye area.
Generally, they resolve naturally within 3–7 days.
The under-eye area has thinner skin and more blood vessels than other parts of the face,
so there is a possibility that micro-bruising may occur after the procedure.
Considering these regional characteristics, medical staff
ensure stability by injecting precisely in small amounts with a fine needle.
For Juvelook Eye, the hydration process before the procedure must be performed accurately so that the particles are distributed evenly.
Because the practitioner's judgment regarding the hydration process, injection depth, and uniform placement in small amounts
has a significant impact on the results, it is performed according to the guidance of experienced medical staff.
For a few days after the procedure, it is good for recovery stability to refrain from strong massage around the eyes, saunas, and intense exercise,
and the collagen reaction begins in earnest from 4–6 weeks and settles over 2–3 months.
If any of the following apply to you,
treatment may be restricted or prior confirmation may be required, so please inform us during the consultation.
If you are pregnant or breastfeeding
If you have a history of allergies to PDLLA or hyaluronic acid ingredients
If you have active herpes, infection, or wounds in the eye area
If you have been diagnosed with an autoimmune disease or keloid tendency
If you are regularly taking anticoagulants/antiplatelet agents or have a bleeding tendency
If you have a history of other filler/thread treatments in the eye area recently
⚠️ Precautions before and after Juvelook Eye treatment
👉 Juvelook Eye is a treatment where recovery speed and collagen reaction stability vary depending on pre-procedure condition management and post-procedure initial care.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q. When can I see the results of Juvelook Eye?
You can check the state where under-eye hollowness is filled with the immediate volume of hyaluronic acid from right after the procedure.
The full-scale collagen reaction settles from 4–6 weeks after the procedure,
and natural results are completed over 2–3 months.
Q. Which dark circles is Juvelook Eye well-suited for?
It is best suited for structural dark circles caused by under-eye hollowness and
vascular dark circles where blood vessels are visible due to a thinned dermis.
Pigmentary dark circles caused by pigmentation require parallel use with pigmentation management treatments.
Q. Should I choose Juvelook Eye or under-eye filler?
It depends on the direction of the results you want.
If you want immediate volume and distinct filling, under-eye filler,
and if you want results that settle naturally over time and
dermal restoration, Juvelook Eye is suitable.
Q. How long does the maintenance period of Juvelook Eye last?
Generally, it is maintained for 6–12 months.
Although hyaluronic acid is absorbed slowly,
autologous collagen becomes the main axis of maintenance, so natural results last for a long time.
Q. I heard there is bruising after under-eye treatment; is it safe?
Since the under-eye area has thin skin and many blood vessels,
there is a possibility that micro-bruising may occur after the procedure.
Considering these regional characteristics, medical staff
proceed by injecting precisely in small amounts with a fine needle,
and most resolve naturally within 3–7 days.
Q. How much pain is there with Juvelook Eye?
It is performed after applying anesthetic cream and mixing with lidocaine before the procedure,
so there is not much strong pain during the procedure.
Because it is a method of injecting in small amounts with a fine needle, the burden is relatively low,
and the stiffness after the procedure resolves naturally.
Q. I also have pigmentary dark circles; what should I do?
For mixed dark circles where pigmentation is also present,
we approach it by restoring under-eye volume and dermis with Juvelook Eye while
performing pigment laser or whitening management in parallel.
After checking the dark circle type during the pre-consultation, a suitable combination is decided.
Under-eye dark circles are an eye-area condition where three causes—pigmentation, blood vessels, and structure—are involved individually or together.
In particular, structural dark circles accompanied by under-eye hollowness and vascular dark circles with a thinned dermis
are difficult to approach with whitening home care alone,
requiring an approach that fills the hollowed areas while restoring the thinned dermis.
For Gangnam under-eye dark circles,
Juvelook Eye, a collagen booster specifically for the eye area combining PDLLA and hyaluronic acid, is utilized,
and it approaches under-eye hollowness and dark circles while achieving immediate volume and autologous collagen regeneration together.
Juvelook is a collagen booster treatment utilized in various lines depending on the area and purpose.
At the Gangnam branch, in addition to the Juvelook Eye specifically for the eye area,
we also operate various Juvelook lines for each facial area.
Juvelook Skin, which approaches skin texture, fine wrinkles, and pore improvement with small PDLLA particles,
is suitable if you want to restore the overall skin condition of the face,
and Juvelook Volume, which is utilized for volume restoration such as nasolabial folds, cheek hollowness, and under-eye hollowness with large particles,
is considered if you want to fill in hollowed areas naturally.
Although it is the same PDLLA ingredient, depending on the particle size and area,
three lines—Skin, Volume, and Eye—are prepared,
so you can choose according to your area of interest and the effects you want.
The direction suitable for your dark circle type and under-eye condition
will be checked directly during the consultation.
If you are concerned about under-eye hollowness and dark circles together,
please feel free to visit Cleor Clinic Gangnam Branch.
Even before deciding on the treatment, through a pre-consultation,
you can examine the current state of your under-eye area together.
※ This content is for general information purposes, and results may vary by individual.
Please decide on accurate diagnosis and treatment through consultation with a specialist.
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