Fillers · Tear trough
Under-Eye (Tear Trough) Filler in Myeongdong, Seoul
A hollow groove under the eye casts a shadow that looks like tiredness. Small amounts of soft filler placed deep on the bone smooth the groove, when the cause is hollowness rather than bags or pigment.
Quick answer
Under-eye or tear trough filler uses a soft hyaluronic acid filler, usually 0.3–0.6 ml per side, placed deep on the bone along the groove between the lower lid and cheek. It reduces the shadow that makes eyes look tired. It works for hollows, not for puffy bags or brown pigment. Swelling can last a few days and results usually last 9–12 months or longer.
What can under-eye filler do?
The tear trough deepens when fat and bone support thin with age, or simply because of your anatomy. Light from above then casts a shadow. Filling the groove deep on the bone smooths that step. Dark circles caused by pigment, thin skin or puffiness need other care; see our dark circles guide.
Who is it for?
- A visible groove or hollow under the eyes causing shadows.
- Good skin quality without large bags.
- Not for prominent fat bags, heavy puffiness or allergy-prone swelling.
How Obliv plans under-eye filler
Your doctor examines the eye under overhead light, checks for bags and pigment, and often treats the cheek first, because good cheek support reduces how much under-eye filler is needed. A low-swelling filler is placed deep with a cannula, in very small amounts.
| Typical volume | Usually 0.3–0.6 ml per side |
|---|---|
| Technique | Deep, on the bone; usually a cannula |
| Pairs well with | Cheek filler, Rejuran for thin skin |
Results and recovery
The groove looks smoother straight away. Swelling and bruising can last a few days; plan treatment early in your trip.
Risks and side effects
- Swelling and bruising, sometimes for a week.
- A bluish tint (Tyndall effect) if filler is too shallow; dissolvable.
- Prolonged puffiness in some people.
- Rarely, blocked blood flow; seek help at once for pain, colour change or vision change.
Aftercare
- Sleep with your head raised for two nights; avoid rubbing your eyes.
- Skip saunas, alcohol and salty food for 48 hours to limit swelling.
Dermal fillers by area
Each area has different anatomy, depth and safety rules, so we plan it separately. Choose an area for a doctor-reviewed guide, or read the dermal fillers overview.
Lines caused by movement usually respond better to Botox by area; skin quality to skin boosters. Meet the doctors who plan every injection.
Ask a doctor about fillers
Send front and side photos and your travel dates on WhatsApp (+82-10-3086-4084). English replies, a personal plan and a written quote before you fly.
Frequently asked questions
Will under-eye filler fix dark circles?
It helps shadows from hollowness. Brown pigment, visible vessels or puffy bags need other treatments.
How long does tear trough filler last?
Usually 9–12 months and often longer, because the area moves little.
Is under-eye filler risky?
It is a delicate area. Deep cannula placement, small volumes and low-swelling filler reduce risk, and hyaluronidase is kept on hand.
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Last reviewed 2026-10-29. General information, not a diagnosis; your plan is set after an in-person consultation.