After tear trough treatment, follow the individual aftercare instructions Corey Anderson RN gives you. In general, keep pressure and heat low, avoid rubbing or massage near the under eye area unless specifically advised, watch swelling, colour changes and vision symptoms carefully, and contact Core Aesthetics promptly if symptoms worsen or feel unusual.
What Is This Guide Answering?
This guide explains the general aftercare priorities Corey discusses after tear trough treatment: how to protect the under eye area early on, when swelling may need review, and when the clinic should be contacted promptly.
It is educational only. It does not replace the written or verbal instructions given after an individual assessment, and it does not set a fixed recovery pattern for every person.
Where Does This Fit?
Use this page alongside your written aftercare instructions, not instead of them. Personal guidance takes priority because anatomy, medical history, medicines, swelling pattern, review access and the proximity of the under eye area to the eye itself can all change what is safest for you.
If symptoms feel urgent, unusual or rapidly worsening, do not rely on reading alone. Contact the clinic promptly and seek urgent medical care where appropriate.
What Should Be Clarified First?
Clarify what Corey wants you to avoid near the eyes, how swelling and bruising should be monitored, what symptoms would be expected for your own treatment plan, and how to reach the clinic if something changes after hours.
Also clarify any near term factors such as eye care, dental work, travel, makeup, sleep pressure, exercise, heat exposure or an upcoming event. These details can affect reassurance, timing and review advice.
What Should I Ask Corey?
Ask which symptoms would be ordinary for your specific treatment plan, what changes should prompt earlier contact, and when review is preferred before making any judgement about swelling, under eye symmetry or settled appearance.
It is also reasonable to ask about makeup, eye care, travel, sleeping position, exercise, heat and anything else that may affect swelling, comfort or follow up.
When Could Waiting Be Safer?
Waiting is often the safer choice when the under eye area is still settling and the early picture is changing. Swelling, bruising and temporary unevenness can make it too soon to judge the result or ask for more treatment.
Review may also need to happen before any new decision if symptoms are unclear, the medical picture is more complex, or Corey wants to reassess comfort, tissue behaviour and the under eye and cheek relationship after the initial period has passed.
What Are The Safety Limits?
Relevant risks and limits depend on the area, health history and pathway discussed. They can include bruising, swelling, tenderness, asymmetry, dissatisfaction, delayed issues, altered expression or balance and rare but serious complications that require urgent review.
Consent should include alternatives, costs, aftercare, review access, uncertainty and the option of doing nothing. A consultation is not an obligation to proceed.
Why Do Personal Instructions Come First?
This page is general education for adults who have had, or are preparing for, tear trough treatment at Core Aesthetics. It does not replace the written or verbal instructions Corey gives after assessing an individual patient.
Aftercare can change with anatomy, medical history, medicines, skin condition, previous treatment, swelling pattern, travel, eye care, dental work and the plan discussed on the day. If your personal instructions differ from this page, follow the personal instructions and contact the clinic if anything is unclear.
Why Is Under Eye Aftercare Different?
The under eye area is delicate and sits close to the lower eyelid, cheek, skin and eye structures. Small changes in swelling, colour, comfort or symmetry can be more noticeable here than in some other facial areas.
That does not mean every change is serious. It does mean worsening symptoms, marked colour change, vision symptoms or severe pain should be taken seriously and reviewed promptly.
Which Aftercare Questions Matter Most?
This table is general education only. It does not replace personal instructions or urgent medical care.
| Aftercare question | General guidance | When to contact the clinic |
|---|---|---|
| Pressure near the eyes | Avoid rubbing, pressing, massaging or sleeping with pressure on the under eye area unless Corey gives different instructions. | Contact the clinic if pressure or trauma is followed by increasing pain, swelling, colour change, visual symptoms or concern. |
| Swelling and bruising | Some swelling, tenderness and bruising can occur while the under eye area settles. | Contact Core Aesthetics if swelling worsens, becomes one-sided, feels hot, looks unusual or is paired with increasing discomfort. |
| Heat, alcohol and exercise | Avoid alcohol, vigorous exercise, saunas, steam rooms and hot yoga early on if advised. | Ask before changing timing if you have travel, an event, dental work, eye care or another facial service planned. |
| Skin care and makeup | Use gentle cleansing and avoid heavy makeup, strong actives, exfoliation, facial treatments or massage near freshly treated skin. | Contact the clinic if skin becomes increasingly red, hot, tender, broken or irritated. |
| Warning signs | Do not manage worrying under eye symptoms using internet advice alone. | Seek prompt advice for vision symptoms, severe pain, marked colour change, unusual blanching, severe asymmetry, spreading redness, fever or symptoms that feel out of proportion. |
| Review timing | Review should happen after the early settling period unless symptoms require earlier attention. | Ask for review guidance if swelling is not settling, symptoms are changing or you are considering any further treatment. |
What Is The Next Step?
For broader treatment context, compare volume treatment Melbourne and wrinkle treatment Melbourne, then return to the tear trough pages if that is the area you are trying to understand.
If symptoms are non urgent and you want assessment, book a consultation or contact Core Aesthetics first.
Is this for you?
Consider booking a consultation if
- Adults who have had tear trough or under eye treatment at Core Aesthetics and need general aftercare guidance
- Patients preparing for consultation who want to understand common under eye aftercare topics
- People who want to know when to contact the clinic after treatment
- Adults who value cautious review timing, warning sign guidance and personal instructions
This may not be for you if
- People with severe pain, vision symptoms, colour change or rapidly worsening swelling who need urgent care
- People seeking personalised medical advice without assessment
- People seeking a fixed swelling timeline or fixed visible change
- People whose personal aftercare instructions differ from this general guide
Suitability is confirmed at consultation. This list is general guidance, not a substitute for clinical assessment.
Frequently asked questions
What should I avoid after tear trough treatment?
Follow Corey Anderson RN’s individual instructions first. General guidance may include avoiding rubbing, pressure, massage, heavy makeup near freshly treated skin, alcohol, heat, saunas, steam rooms, hot yoga and vigorous exercise during the early aftercare period.
Is swelling expected after tear trough treatment?
Swelling can occur and may change while the under eye area settles. Early unevenness should not be used to judge the final settled appearance. Contact Core Aesthetics if swelling worsens, becomes one-sided, feels hot, looks unusual or is paired with increasing discomfort.
When should I contact Core Aesthetics after tear trough treatment?
Contact the clinic promptly for increasing pain, worsening swelling, spreading redness, heat, discharge, unusual blanching, marked colour change, severe asymmetry, fever, vision symptoms or anything that feels wrong for your body. Seek urgent medical care if symptoms are severe or rapidly worsening.
Why is under eye aftercare more cautious?
The under eye area is delicate and sits close to the lower eyelid, cheek, skin and eye structures. Swelling, colour change, pain or visual symptoms need careful triage. Aftercare should be conservative because small changes can feel more noticeable in this area.
Can I wear makeup after tear trough treatment?
Be conservative with makeup near freshly treated skin. If there are visible entry points, irritation, tenderness or redness, leave makeup off the area. If makeup is used later, apply and remove it gently. Ask the clinic before applying anything that may irritate the skin.
Can I exercise after tear trough treatment?
Light daily activity may be reasonable, but vigorous exercise and heated environments should wait until the early swelling phase has passed or until Corey says they are appropriate. Exercise can increase heat and blood flow, which may worsen swelling or bruising for some patients.
Can I massage the under eye area?
Do not massage the under eye area unless Corey specifically instructs you to. Unnecessary pressure can irritate freshly treated tissue and may interfere with early settling. If accidental pressure is followed by worsening symptoms, contact Core Aesthetics for advice.
When can the area be reviewed?
Review timing depends on the treatment plan, swelling pattern and any symptoms. Corey usually assesses after the early settling phase has had time to pass, unless symptoms need earlier attention. Avoid deciding about further treatment while swelling is still changing.
What if I have vision symptoms?
Vision symptoms should not wait for a routine cosmetic review. Contact the clinic promptly if possible and seek urgent medical care if symptoms are severe, rapidly worsening or you cannot reach the clinic quickly. Under eye aftercare should never delay urgent assessment.
Should I follow this page or my personal instructions?
Follow your personal instructions first. This page gives general education for adults, but Corey may give different advice after assessing your anatomy, health history, treatment plan, timing, medicines or symptoms. Contact the clinic if any instruction is unclear.
Can further treatment happen at review?
A review appointment does not make further treatment automatic. Corey first assesses comfort, swelling, symmetry, tissue behaviour, under eye and cheek relationship, medical context, expectations and risk. Further treatment, waiting, referral or no treatment may be discussed depending on what is clinically appropriate.
How can I verify the clinic before or after treatment?
Core Aesthetics lists Corey Anderson as a Registered Nurse with Ahpra registration NMW0001047575. You can use the Verify Core Aesthetics page, clinic contact details and the Ahpra public register to check practitioner and clinic information before or after an appointment.