The eye area shows age before the rest of the face does, and the reason is structural. The skin around the eyes is several times thinner than elsewhere, has few sebaceous glands so holds moisture poorly, and is in near-constant motion from blinking and expression.
So when collagen begins to decline, this is where it shows first — fine lines at the outer corners, under-eye skin that loosens and starts to look puffy, and upper lids that feel heavier, blurring the crease that used to be defined.
Why the eye area is harder to treat
It is not that no treatment exists. It is that many technologies cannot go there at all. The skin is thin and the eye itself is close, so a lot of devices have to keep a safe margin from the orbital rim — which means the area that needs treating most is precisely the area they cannot reach.
Treating here calls for a device with precise energy control and a handpiece designed specifically for thin skin.
How Volnewmer works
Volnewmer is a monopolar RF technology operating at 6.78 MHz. It delivers heat into the dermis to contract existing, degraded collagen and prompt the body to build new collagen in its place — the same mechanism behind firmer, smoother skin achieved naturally.
Three features make it particularly suited to the eye area:
- A dedicated eye handpiece — designed for thin skin, so the area that actually needs treating can be treated rather than avoided
- Skin impedance measured before each pulse — the device reads the tissue at every point before firing and adjusts the energy accordingly, keeping heating consistent
- Continuous cooling — protects the surface throughout and keeps the treatment comfortable
What the Volnewmer Eyes programme addresses
- Fine lines at the outer corners that deepen when you smile
- Under-eye skin that has begun to loosen and lost its smoothness
- Upper lids that feel heavy and obscure the natural crease
- General thinning and loss of firmness across the periorbital area
What it does not do is fill a deep tear trough caused by volume loss, or correct pronounced under-eye bags caused by herniated fat. Those have different causes and call for different approaches — which the physician will identify at the consultation.
During and after treatment
You feel intermittent warmth during the session, held within a range the skin tolerates. Most people find it comfortable, since cooling runs alongside the energy throughout. Mild redness afterwards typically settles within a few hours. Makeup and normal activity can resume the same day — no downtime.
Results arrive in two stages. The early tightening comes from the contraction of existing collagen; the more meaningful change appears as new collagen forms, usually over two to three months.
Combining with other technologies
Yes, and in many cases it works better than a single device, because the eye area usually involves more than one layer at once. A common pairing treats the eyelid skin directly with Thermage FLX, which is indicated for the eyelid area, alongside Ultherapy Prime around the orbital rim to lift the brow and outer corner.
The EMFACE Eyes programme offers a different route again. Rather than heating the skin, it stimulates the muscles around the eye alongside radiofrequency, so it can also address under-eye bags and help dark circles appear lighter. Paired with Volnewmer, which works on skin quality directly, the two cover a wider range of periorbital concerns than either alone — learn more about EMFACE.
Which technologies to use, in what order and with what spacing, is a decision for the physician based on your individual skin.
Frequently asked questions
How many sessions are needed?
It depends on your starting skin condition and the degree of laxity. Some see a change from a single session; others do better with a course. The expected number is discussed at the consultation.
How long do results last?
The new collagen stays with the skin for a period, but the underlying ageing process continues, so periodic maintenance is usually recommended to hold the result.
Can I wear contact lenses?
They should be removed before treatment. Do also mention any previous procedures around the eyes — fillers or blepharoplasty, for example — as these affect how treatment is planned.
Is everyone a candidate?
There are restrictions, including pregnancy and implanted electronic devices, so a physician assessment is required beforehand.
Consult a physician at DR. SUPRANEE CLINIC Thonglor
Read more about the device on the Volnewmer page, or see all lifting technologies on the Lifting & Tightening page.
Individual results vary depending on skin condition, facial structure, and post-treatment care. A physician assessment is recommended before deciding on any treatment.
For enquiries, call 098-829-0922