"Treat my dark circles" is one of the top three things patients ask for in our clinic. The honest answer: "dark circles" is not one condition. There are four anatomical causes that look similar but need entirely different treatments. Get the wrong treatment for your type and you will spend money without result. This page explains how we identify the cause first.
Identifying your specific type
- Pigmentation type — genetic + sun damage. Brown discolouration, no hollowness. Treatment: Q-switched Nd:YAG laser + topical brightening + SPF.
- Hollowness type — tear-trough deformity, volume loss with age. Casts shadow that looks like darkness. Treatment: hyaluronic acid filler.
- Vascular type — visible blue veins through thin skin. Looks blue/purple. Treatment: PRP to thicken skin + careful filler if appropriate.
- Lifestyle/swelling type — puffy lower lid from sleep, allergy, water retention. Treatment: lifestyle changes + occasional in-clinic drainage.
Most patients have a combination. We assess in clinic with palpation, lighting tests, and a "stretch test" to identify what is dominant.
The treatment toolkit
PRP for thin skin and fine lines
Your own platelet-rich plasma injected under the eye. Triggers collagen and improves skin quality over 2 to 3 months. 3 to 4 sessions, 4 weeks apart. Best for vascular and texture-driven darkness.
Hyaluronic acid filler for hollows
Tear-trough filler with FDA-approved HA filler (Restylane Defyne, Juvederm Volbella). Done conservatively under cannula technique — much safer than needle. Lasts 9 to 12 months. Reversible if needed.
Q-switched laser for pigment
Low-fluence sessions for pigmentation-type dark circles. 4 to 6 sessions, 3 weeks apart. Combined with topical retinoid and vitamin C.
Under-Eye Treatment — by procedure
| Option | Price | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Under-eye PRP (per session) | ₹6,500 | Best for fine lines, dark hollows |
| Hyaluronic acid filler (per syringe) | ₹28,000 | For tear troughs, lasts 9 to 12 months |
| Q-switched Nd:YAG (per session) | ₹3,000 | For pigmentation-driven dark circles |
| Hydrafacial Eye Perk add-on | ₹1,500 | Brightening — combines well with main facial |
Under-eye work is precise — the area is delicate and visible. Book a consultation for an honest assessment of your specific type and the right treatment.
