Under-Eye Wrinkles: Why They Form and How to Minimize Them
Under-eye wrinkles are one of the earliest visible signs of aging. Because the skin in this region is thin, delicate, and constantly in motion, fine lines can appear years before other parts of the face change. While over-the-counter creams can soften dryness, true wrinkle correction requires structural improvement — rebuilding collagen, refining texture, and reducing repetitive muscle movement.
At Core Aesthetic, we create medically guided treatment plans that restore smoothness while preserving natural expression.
Why Under-Eye Wrinkles Form
The under-eye area has fewer oil glands, less fat padding, and reduced collagen — making it highly susceptible to early wrinkling. Three main forces contribute:
Collagen Loss with Age
As collagen and elastin decline, the skin loses its firmness and ability to rebound. Lines that once appeared only with expression become visible even when the face is at rest.
Repetitive Movement
Blinking, smiling, squinting, and everyday expressions fold the skin repeatedly. Over time, these movements create dynamic wrinkles that deepen without treatment.
Sun Exposure
UV damage accelerates the breakdown of collagen. The under-eye region, already thin, weakens faster under sun exposure, leading to creasing and premature laxity.
Understanding the cause allows us to choose the safest and most effective approach.
PRP: Collagen Regeneration for Thinning Skin
PRP (Platelet-Rich Plasma) stimulates new collagen, improving firmness, smoothing texture, and softening wrinkles. Results build over several weeks.
Risk + Mitigation: temporary swelling; Core uses cannulas and physician-approved protocols to minimize downtime.
It is safe for all skin tones.
Botox: For Expression-Driven Lines
Micro-doses of Botox reduce the muscle activity that deepens crow’s feet and under-eye wrinkles. When applied conservatively, it smooths the area while maintaining natural movement.
Contraindications: pregnancy, neuromuscular disorders, active infection.
Laser Therapy: Texture & Tightening
Gentle under-eye laser resurfacing refines surface lines and stimulates deeper collagen remodeling. At Core, we use conservative settings appropriate for thin skin to avoid overheating and ensure controlled improvement.
The Core Combination Plan
Most patients benefit from a combination approach — PRP for collagen, Botox for movement, and laser therapy for texture. Your plan is customized based on your anatomy, Fitzpatrick type, and long-term goals.
Smooth it, plump it, love it.
