Under-Eye Nanofat: A Personal Look at Natural Skin Rejuvenation
The Cut examines nanofat grafting for under-eye rejuvenation — using the patient’s own emulsified fat to improve skin texture, pigmentation, and glow rather than simply add volume. Experts say it can offer durable, natural-looking skin improvements with fewer allergy risks, but it isn’t a substitute for blepharoplasty or fillers and requires a skilled surgeon to minimize risks like vascular blockage. Costs range from about $2,500 to over $10,000, and downtime is manageable. The piece includes a patient’s account of a ten-month post-procedure transformation: subtle, ongoing improvements and increased symmetry that continue to develop, highlighting that results take time and depend on realistic expectations.