The tear trough is not a concern exclusively associated with women. Although it is often linked to women's aesthetic concerns, this depression located in the infraorbital area also affects a growing number of men of all ages. In Geneva, the demand from men for aesthetic-oriented medicine continues to grow, driven by a desire for a well-groomed appearance that aligns with their lifestyle and high professional demands.
The tear trough corresponds to an anatomical hollow located between the inner corner of the eye and the upper malar region. It gives the eyes a tired, aged, and sometimes sad appearance, regardless of general health status or lifestyle habits.
The tear trough may result from several mechanisms : malar fat loss, ligament laxity, skin thinning, loss of dermal density, genetic factors, or hereditary predisposition.
In both men and women, the tear trough can appear early, particularly in slender patients, athletes, or individuals with intense lifestyles.
Men generally seek aesthetic treatments later than women. Nevertheless, infraorbital hollowing is a common concern in clinical practice, often described as tired-looking eyes, a “closed” expression, or a less dynamic appearance.
In a demanding professional environment, particularly in Geneva, this type of change is often perceived as a loss of apparent vitality, which may affect how a person is perceived by others, both professionally and socially.
Male skin is generally thicker, more vascularized, and has a different subcutaneous tissue structure. In addition, masculine bony features (prominent orbital rim and zygomatic arch) can accentuate the visibility of localized volume loss. These characteristics modify the perception of the hollow, even when it is clinically clearly present.
The correction of the tear trough in men goes beyond aesthetics alone. It helps restore a more rested, approachable, and dynamic appearance to the face, qualities that are particularly valued in professional environments and leadership roles.
In Geneva, where performance and presentation are closely linked, men seek aesthetic support that is both discreet and effective, compatible with the demands of their lifestyle.
Injections of hyaluronic acid correct tear trough hollowing.
This biocompatible and resorbable gel is used in medical lifting techniques to restore tension to sagging tissues, and in volumizing techniques to restore lost volume.
In men, the injection strategy is specifically adapted to preserve facial angles and masculine bone structure, avoid any excess volume and excessive cheekbone projection, and ensure a discreet and natural result while respecting facial expression and eye dynamics.
The choice of hyaluronic acid type, its degree of cross-linking, the injection depth, and the injection plane is determined with precision according to the morphology of each patient.
The improvement is visible immediately, although the optimal result generally appears after a few days, once the product has been fully integrated into the tissues. The outcome remains subtle and harmonious, without altering facial expressions or changing the identity of the face. In men, this discretion is a major criterion, as the request most often focuses on a rested and natural appearance rather than a highly visible transformation.
The duration of the result varies between ten and twelve months, depending on the treated area, the product used, and the individual characteristics of the patient. The product is gradually resorbed.
Regular maintenance, scheduled according to individual needs, helps prolong the benefits obtained.
In men, the tear trough is often the first sign of ageing in the middle third of the face. Before the appearance of deep nasolabial folds or jowls, it is often this infraorbital hollowing that serves as the first warning sign.
Three types of profiles are commonly encountered during consultation :
In each of these cases, the tear trough acts as a morphological pivot : it alters the overall balance of the face and changes the emotional perception of the gaze, which justifies a targeted approach adapted to the patient's age and facial structure.
Most men delay seeking aesthetic treatments, including tear trough correction. This hesitation is often explained by a desire to avoid any form of stigmatization, or by a lack of awareness of the current possibilities offered by non-invasive treatments with natural-looking results.
However, delaying treatment often means allowing a facial imbalance to become established and more difficult to correct.
Intervening early, as soon as the first signs of hollowing appear, makes it possible to restore volume in a very subtle way, using a minimally volumizing product and achieving a perfectly natural result.
Furthermore, early treatment offers several advantages :
Anticipation is a key factor in therapeutic success.
Yes, more and more men are seeking treatment for tear troughs. In Geneva, the demand for aesthetic-oriented medicine among men is growing significantly, particularly among active professionals who wish to maintain a rested, dynamic, and professional appearance.
In some men, several factors accentuate this hollow : genetic predisposition, a long or slender face, loss of malar fat, chronic stress and fatigue, ageing of the middle third of the face, and pronounced bony structures (orbital rim, cheekbones).
These factors make the tear trough more noticeable.
It can appear early, sometimes as early as the late twenties, particularly in slim or athletic men. It then becomes more common between the ages of 35 and 50 with the progressive loss of facial volume.
The reference treatment is the injection of hyaluronic acid.
Yes. In men, the approach must respect the masculine characteristics of the face : maintain a well-defined bone structure, avoid excessive roundness, prevent feminization of the cheekbones, preserve facial angles, and achieve a discreet and natural result.
The choice of product and the injection technique are therefore specific.
Le choix du produit et la technique d’injection sont donc spécifiques.
Yes, when they are performed with precision. The majority of men seek a more rested, refreshed, and dynamic appearance, without those around them noticing any visible aesthetic treatment.
It is essential to consult an experienced physician with a thorough understanding of male peri-orbital anatomy. The under-eye area requires precision, expertise, and aesthetic judgment to ensure both safety and natural-looking results.
