The formation of eye bags involves multiple factors, with genetics being a significant contributor that becomes more pronounced with age (skin aging typically begins around age 30). Additionally, conditions like kidney disease, pregnancy, insufficient sleep, or fatigue from staying up late can cause fluid accumulation in the eyelid area, leading to eye bags. Eye bags easily make a person appear aged and haggard, affecting aesthetics. Therefore, eye bag removal surgery is one of the most common procedures in cosmetic surgery.
Generally, the suitability for eye bag removal surgery is primarily determined by the individual's skin laxity and the thickness of the eye fat, rather than being strictly age-dependent. For younger individuals, typically those in their 20s to early 30s, if skin laxity is minimal and there are few wrinkles under the eyes, but there is prominent under-eye fat, a simple fat removal procedure—known as lower eyelid fat removal—may suffice.For middle-aged and older individuals, both eyelid fat and skin must be excised. Additionally, as long as water contact is avoided, eye bag removal surgery can be performed safely in any season.