PRF vs Filler: Which is Better for Undereyes?

One of the most common dilemmas we face as we age is that our under eye area loses volume. This makes our eyes look sunken and tired. There’s no avoiding this with the march of time. But the good news is that there are MedSpa treatments that can restore lost volume and refresh the eye area. Dermal fillers, similar to the ones used on the lips or cheeks, has been the go-to under eye treatment. But newer on the scene is PRF injections, which stands for platelet rich fibrin. PRF injections use your own blood to trigger your body’s healing response and rejuvenate the under eye area naturally. Which one is best for you? Keep reading to find out.

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What are traditional dermal fillers? 

Dermal fillers are made from hyaluronic acid, a hydrating chemical that your body naturally produces in your skin. As we age, we naturally lose volume in our face, and dermal fillers can help restore that lost volume. Most commonly used in the lips, fillers can also be used under the eyes. The formulation used for under eye filler is typically firmer and thicker than the one used for lips. Over time your body naturally breaks down and metabolizes the filler, since it is just a synthetic version of a substance your body naturally makes. 

What is PRF? 

PRF or platelet rich fibrin is a super-charged version of platelet rich plasma. PRP has been used in wound healing for many years. PRF has even more healing and rejuvenating benefits. This is because it includes platelet, plasma, and fibrin from your own blood, whereas traditional PRP doesn’t have the fibrin. Your provider draws a vial of your own blood and then spins it in a centrifuge with controlled heating and cooling. This process creates a gel rich in proteins, growth factors, and healing benefits. When injected under the eyes, PRF triggers your body’s natural healing response. It thickens the skin, increaes collagen and elastin production, and creates subtle volume. 

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PRF and Dermal Fillers: Comparing the Benefits

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Benefits of PRF: PRF helps your skin restore itself. The results are natural looking and subtle. This natural filler helps with fine lines and wrinkles, lost volume, and uneven skin tone. The best part is, PRF is completely naturally derived. No additives, preservatives, or other stuff. This means the treatment is likely to be tolerated by basically everyone. After you complete a treatment course of 3-4 monthly injections, you’ll only need to touch up your results once a year or so, so it’s a low maintenance treatment. Another benefit of PRF is that it truly rejuvenates and improves the skin around your eyes, whereas filler solves dark circles by covering up the darkness. 

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Benefits of Dermal Fillers: fillers give you instant results for the under eye area, whereas PRF injections do require an initial course of 3-4 monthly sessions to see results. Fillers can also give you more dramatic results if you want to smooth out your under eye more noticeably. They last for a long time, about a year on average, similar to PRF. 

Ultimately the right choice for you depends on your treatment goals, preferences, and whether you want instant results or you’re ok with waiting a little bit longer. 

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Where to get under eye filler near me? 

Both PRF injections and dermal under eye fillers can only be safely injected by a trained, licensed medical professional. And in the past it’s been hard to find providers near you without doing a lot of research. That’s why we created the Upkeep app, an app that lets you book MedSpa treatments with confidence. We do the research for you and partner with top tier MedSpas in your area with a proven track record of excellent results. Plus with Upkeep you don’t have to call around for availability. You can book appointments on demand and compare available appointments–so your beauty routine fits into your busy schedule, not the other way around. Download Upkeep today and discover how easy it is to look and feel your best, on your time.

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