Do you feel like your under-eye area looks particularly hollow every time you look in the mirror these days?

If you feel like your appearance has changed so much that you wonder why you look this way, one reason could be the 'under-eye fat'.

Under-eye fat is a small layer of muscle that slightly lifts when you smile, located just below the eyes, and whether it is present or not can significantly change your impression.

Especially these days, it is considered a symbol of a youthful image, so lacking under-eye fat can make you feel older and give off a cold impression.

However, the problem is that if you are not born with it, it is difficult to create.

There are makeup methods to draw under-eye fat with concealer or shadow, but this is merely a temporary fix and does not provide volume, so there are limitations.

Therefore, many people wonder, "Can I create under-eye fat through cosmetic surgery?"

In fact, in Korea, as cosmetic surgery technology has developed significantly, under-eye fat surgery is considered a relatively simple procedure.

There are mainly two methods.

One is a non-surgical method that provides volume through 'fillers' or 'fat grafting', and the other is a surgical method like 'muscle grafting' or 'Gore-Tex insertion'.

First, creating under-eye fat with fillers.
This is the most common and convenient method. A very small amount of hyaluronic acid filler is injected under the eyes to create a plump appearance like under-eye fat.

The procedure time is short and recovery is quick, making it popular among busy office workers or those with little time. However, there are downsides.

The duration is short, and if too much is injected, it can make the under-eye area look puffy or resemble dark circles. The skill of the practitioner is crucial.

Second, surgical under-eye fat enhancement.
This is a more permanent method. It involves thinly inserting special materials like silicone or Gore-Tex under the eyes, or moving and fixing one's own muscle.

It requires a recovery period and costs more, but the advantage is that once done, it lasts a long time.

It is suitable for those who want natural results without the hassle of frequent filler touch-ups.

However, surgery is not always the answer. Just because you lack under-eye fat does not mean your impression is necessarily bad or that you look older. In fact, many people give off a clean and sophisticated vibe. However, if you are constantly concerned when looking in the mirror and it affects your confidence, that is a valid issue to consider.

Ultimately, what matters is not just creating under-eye fat, but how satisfied you can be with it.

Finally, regardless of the method you choose, you must be very careful in selecting a clinic. Since under-eye fat is treated in a sensitive area just below the eyes, mistakes can lead to unevenness or asymmetry.

As mentioned, under-eye fat has a significant impact on your impression.

Consult thoroughly about under-eye fat and seek a specialist with ample experience in procedures; this is the most fundamental and essential step.