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Are the Bags Under Your Eyes Indicating a Health Issue? | Tips to get rid of bags under eyes

Verve Medical Cosmetics — Thu, 25 Apr 2024 12:00:18 +0000

Bags under your eyes are one of the most common problems we correct at VERVE Medical Cosmetics. There are multiple causes of under eye bags, but are there any health issues that may be indicated by bags under your eyes?

What Causes Bags Under Eyes?

Under eye bags are often associated with fatigue or aging, but can sometimes be indicative of underlying health issues. Their presence not only affects aesthetic appearance but may also serve as a subtle signal from the body about deeper health concerns. Understanding the potential health implications behind under eye bags is crucial for addressing both cosmetic and health-related aspects effectively.

Fluid Retention and Kidney Function

One of the common medical reasons for worsening bags around your eyes is fluid retention. This condition can be exacerbated by factors such as high salt intake, hormonal fluctuations, and poor sleep. However, persistent fluid retention, particularly in the under eye area, could also point to compromised kidney function. The kidneys play a vital role in removing excess fluid and waste from the body. When they are not functioning optimally, fluid can accumulate, leading to swelling in various parts of the body, including under the eyes.

Allergies and Sinus Problems

Under eye bags can also be a manifestation of allergies or sinus issues. Allergic reactions can cause inflammation and swelling in the nasal passages, leading to congestion. This congestion can hinder proper drainage and cause blood vessels in the under eye area to become dilated or engorged, which in turn can manifest as puffiness or dark circles. Chronic sinus infections, which are often linked to allergies, can have a similar effect, emphasizing the importance of managing allergies and sinus health to mitigate under eye concerns.

Thyroid Health

As previously discussed, thyroid disorders, both hyperthyroidism and hypothyroidism, can impact the skin and tissues around the eyes. Thyroid hormones regulate metabolism and influence the health and appearance of the skin. Imbalances in these hormones can lead to changes in skin texture, elasticity, and fat distribution, contributing to the appearance of under eye bags. Hyperthyroidism can cause the skin to become thin and fragile, while hypothyroidism might lead to puffiness and swelling in the face, including the under eye area.

Sleep Patterns and Cardiovascular Health

Lack of sleep and poor sleep quality can contribute to the appearance of under eye bags, but they also have broader implications for cardiovascular health. Chronic sleep deprivation is linked to an increased risk of high blood pressure, heart disease, and stroke. These conditions are associated with poor circulation and fluid imbalance, further exacerbating under eye bags. Ensuring adequate and restful sleep is thus essential not only for reducing under eye bags but also for maintaining overall cardiovascular health.

Lifestyle Factors

Certain lifestyle choices, including regular alcohol consumption, marijuana use, and smoking and vaping, can contribute to the development of under eye bags and also worsen broader health issues. Alcohol can lead to dehydration and poor sleep quality, while smoking vaping and marijuana use can accelerate the aging process of the skin and impair circulation. Lifestyle habits can worsen the appearance of under eye bags and are associated with a range of health risks, including liver damage, cardiovascular diseases and toxic effects on all organs of the body, including the skin.

Addressing Under Eye Bags and Health Concerns

Recognizing under eye bags as a potential indicator of health issues prompts a holistic approach to treatment. This includes:

Medical Evaluation: Regular consulting with a healthcare provider can help determine if under eye bags are linked to any underlying health conditions that require attention.
Lifestyle Modifications: Embracing a healthy lifestyle, including a balanced diet, regular exercise including both cardiovascular and full-body strength training, adequate hydration, and proper sleep, can mitigate under eye bags and improve overall health.
Cosmetic Treatments: While addressing potential health issues, cosmetic treatments like the EyeRise filler procedure can provide aesthetic improvement by restoring lost support beneath the skin, offering a more youthful, refreshed and natural appearance.

Home Remedies to Combat Dark Circles and Under-Eye Bags

There are numerous natural remedies that may help in reducing under eye bags and puffy eyes, however, there are also numerous natural remedies that may serve as a protection against eyebags in the long term or to help get rid of bags.

Home Remedies to Get Rid of Eye Bags

Hydration
Sleep Quality and Position
Cold Compresses and Cucumber Slices
Caffeinated Tea Bags
Anti-Inflammatory Diet
Sun Exposure Management
Regular Exercise
Inflammations Central Role

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Cosmetic Ways to Get Rid of Bags Under the Eyes

EyeRise: Non-Surgical Under-Eye Filler

EyeRise utilizes gentle dermal fillers like Belotero and Radiesse to enhance structural support. Multiple filler types are combined for optimal results. The goal is to lift and support the skin beneath the under-eye and mid-face areas, restoring their original position without the need for cutting or stretching.

Blepharoplasty: Eyelid Surgery and Under-Eye Bag Removal

Blepharoplasty is a surgical procedure primarily designed to improve the appearance of under eye bags and dark circles by focusing on the lower eyelids. During the procedure, your surgeon’s goal is to remove or reposition excess skin, fat, and muscle. The results of a lower blepharoplasty are to reduce creases through cutting, removing, and repositioning tissues. However, this surgical method not only changes the appearance of the area around the eyes but also impacts the micro blood vessels supplying the tissue.

In summary, while under eye bags may be a medical sign for some – for many the underlying confluence of genetics, lifestyle and aging plays the most significant role. By seeking regular health provider visits , and adopting a comprehensive approach to wellness, individuals can minimize the risks associated with under eye bags. Promoting both external beauty and internal health can be done simultaneously.

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Come on Barbie, Let’s Get on the Barbie Botox Trend

Verve Medical Cosmetics — Thu, 07 Sep 2023 14:15:08 +0000

You don’t have to go to Barbie Land to get in on TikToks latest beauty trend.

Hi Barbie! The latest beauty trend in is “Barbie Botox” – where patients are injecting neuromodulators such as Botox , Xeomin or Dysport into their trapezius muscles (neck and shoulder) to give themselves the sought after look of the world’s most famous doll, Barbie. Following the release of the film, the #barbiebotox hashtag has gained over 11 million views on TikTok. Dr. Stephen Bracci, founder of VERVE Medical Cosmetics, is here to break down what this means, the results, and his opinion on achieving this Barbie look.

What is the Barbie Botox Trend?

Barbie Botox is a procedure in which botulinum toxin, more commonly known as Botox, is injected into the trapezius, located in the upper back. The aim is to achieve a slimmer appearance in the neck area.

It’s not uncommon to have Botox injected into various muscles for the purposes of a slimmer appearance – a good example is the use of Botox for the jawline slimming by injecting the masseter muscle.

Why is TikTok calling it Barbie Botox?

This term has gained popularity due to its association with young women trying to mimic the look of Margot Robbie after the release of Greta Gerwig’s ‘Barbie’. Another term for this procedure is traptox, which is simply short for trapeziusBotox.

Is injecting Botox into the trapezius muscle common for cosmetic purposes?

Getting Botox injected into the trapezius muscle for cosmetic reasons is considered “off-label.” Traditionally, it has been primarily used to alleviate pain, neck tension, and migraines.

Is Barbie Botox a cost-effective beauty trend for neck slimming?

Although this treatment is generally safe, it often necessitates significant amounts of Botox units, which may not be the most cost-effective approach to achieving a slimmer neck.

What’s the most popular Botox neck treatment at Verve?

A highly favored option for neck enhancement at VERVE involves using Botox to target the vertical, rope-like bands that appear in the front and sides of the neck. This treatment reduces their visibility and can result in a younger, firmer neck appearance.

The above treatments are considered off label and should be provided by an experienced injector.

What is a “Snatched” Jawline?

Verve Medical Cosmetics — Thu, 24 Aug 2023 20:44:14 +0000

What is a “Snatched” Jawline?

There’s a lot of buzz online about achieving “snatched” jawlines and cheekbones. What exactly does this sought-after look mean? Essentially, a snatched jawline or cheekbone just means to contour, tighten, and enhance the area with cosmetic filler injections. Jawline or masseter contouring procedures are very popular at Verve Medical Cosmetics in New York City, New Jersey and Miami.

How Can I Get a Snatched Jawline or Contoured Jawline?

According to Dr. Stephen Bracci, Medical Director and leading cosmetic injector, explains two true ways of accomplishing this defined jawline look. The first is removing tissue with a surgical procedure such as liposuction to heighten that differential and the second is using a filler such as Radiesee, a cosmetic filler injection for jawline contouring. Softer fillers such as Juvederm, Restylane and Voluma are often less defining due to their soft nature.

Dr. Stephen Bracci advises the less permanent treatment which is adding fillers to this area to contour and sculpt the area. Dr. Stephen Bracci is the leading physician in non-surgical facial rejuvenation and jawline contouring. Using firmer fillers such as Radiesse and Sculptra, you can add more definition to the masseter muscle by tightening and lifting the area all while maintaining a natural look. Opting for fillers to achieve a sculpted jawline also warrants little to no downtime or bruising.

Can I Achieve a “Snatched” Jawline with a Facial Contouring Device at a Medical Spa?

Energy based “fat removing” devices do not work, so there’s nothing in a spa service that’s really going to achieve a remarkable difference in the contouring of your face. Contouring is an art form and only an experienced and talented injector can perform at the level of facial sculpting necessary to achieve a fabulous jawline. For natural, lasting results, VERVE Medical Cosmetics recommends a non-surgical cosmetic injectable procedure.

How Can I Schedule a Consultation with Dr. Bracci?

To schedule a consultation with Dr. Stephen Bracci, call (212) 888-3003 or fill out the form here and a member of our team will reach out to you as soon as possible.

PRESS | Meet Renowned Non-Surgical Expert, Stephen P. Bracci MD, VERVE Medical Cosmetics

Verve Medical Cosmetics — Tue, 13 Jun 2023 15:21:33 +0000

Dr. Stephen P. Bracci is featured in Bella Magazine and Bella Latina’s May/June ’23 “The Beauty of Pride” issue! Learn all about Dr. Bracci’s expertise, artistry and his trademarked EyeRise & BaseLift procedures.

Meet Renowned Non-Surgical Expert, Stephen P. Bracci MD, VERVE Medical Cosmetics

May 7, 2023 Written By Jennifer DeCillis

“Quiet luxury” is the new buzzphrase in fashion, and when it comes to beauty, the extraordinary results of aesthetic physician, Stephen P. Bracci, MD, founder of VERVE Medical Cosmetics, epitomize this concept. From the moment you enter one of his five private-practice studios, Dr. Bracci personalizes your treatment with his unsurpassed ability to combine outstanding technique with brilliant artistry.

Dr. Bracci’s pioneering, age-reversing, cosmetic injection methods promise results that turn back time. Drawing upon more than 23 years of experience, Dr. Bracci’s treatment of thousands of patients and his unique brand of cosmetic facial rejuvenation help him achieve optimal results for every one of his patients.

Verve Medical Cosmetics is one of the only aesthetic medicine practices solely dedicated to advanced and artistically driven cosmetic filler treatments. “My patients don’t want to look over done, they want to look younger, well-rested,” Dr. Bracci says. “Cosmetic injections are a form of artistry, and my practice is dedicated to this art form.”

So, call him the “non-surgical alternative to a plastic surgeon,” if you must. His passion is achieving the best results for his patients, using highly targeted sculpting techniques with cannula device injections. Dr. Bracci believes those who are considering plastic surgery should consider his trademark non-surgical injectable BaseLift™ and EyeRise™ treatments instead. The before-and-after results of these treatments are jaw-droppingly amazing, and his patients believe they are life-changing.

“Sagging skin begins with the loss of bone and tissue below the skin,” Dr. Bracci explains. “Why would you want to cut, stretch, or reposition this skin when you can now replace this loss with cosmetic fillers?” There isn’t a laser device or plastic surgery procedure that truly performs with more immediately visible, natural results and minimal downtime than Dr. Bracci’s trademark procedures.

Dr. Stephen Bracci founded Verve Medical Cosmetics in 1999 when the use of lasers for anti-aging and hair removal solutions was just emerging. In 2002, Botox Cosmetic, a wrinkle muscle relaxer, was introduced to the market, and his medical artistic palette was complete; he was on his way to creating life-changing results for his patients. Dr. Bracci considered it one of the best beauty discoveries on the planet and saw the possibilities of its use in anti-aging treatments.

VERVE is a highly advanced medical aesthetic studio focused on advanced facial rejuvenation with cosmetic injections; it is not a medical spa. Patients receive top-notch results in the hands of an expert artist who is truly focused and talented. This is the unique non-surgical brand of Dr. Stephen Bracci.

In 2012, Dr. Bracci witnessed the results of his technique for under-eye bag removal—they provided longer-lasting results than most procedures. His understanding of the individual anatomy of the under-eye area, coupled with his understanding of the medical outcomes of different injectables, led to the decision to give his brand of procedures names. The result—EyeRise™ for the removal of under-eye bags and dark circles, and BaseLift™—the non-surgical facelift. The names of these two procedures provide patients a clear understanding of what they will receive and what their results will be.

Dr. Stephen Bracci received his medical degree from Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai. He trained in anesthesiology at Yale Medical School and physical medicine at NYU.

Dr. Bracci is an advocate of staying healthy and living longer. Regular exercise and a largely plant-based diet are a part of Dr. Bracci’s lifestyle, and he encourages others to make them part of theirs. His podcast, “Ageless Rage: Conversations You Wish You Were Having with Your Doctor,” can be heard wherever podcasts are available. His private studios, VERVE Medical Cosmetics, are located in

New York City, Bergen County, New Jersey, Irvington, Westchester, Garden City, Long Island and Brickell, Miami.

For more information, visit VerveLaser.com; follow @VerveMedicalCosmetics on Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, Twitter, and YouTube; or call 212-888-3003.

Article Written By Jennifer DeCillis Published at BellaMedia.co on May 7, 2023