Medically reviewed by the medical team at The Wellness. Last reviewed November 2026.
It can, depending on what is causing yours. Under-eye PRP and PRF can lighten pigmentation, soften fine lines and improve mild hollowness. A 2026 trial found both worked, with PRF giving steadier results. Neither will fill a deep hollow, and you need top-ups to keep the result. At The Online GP by The Wellness, a doctor works out the cause of your dark circles before suggesting treatment.
Key points
Dark circles come from pigmentation, thin skin showing the vessels underneath, hollowness, genes, or a mix of these.
PRF is a type of PRP that forms a light gel and releases growth factors more slowly.
In a 2026 split-face trial, both improved pigmentation and fine wrinkles over three sessions.
Neither corrected severe hollowness.
The trial suggested repeat sessions every 3 to 4 months to keep the result.
Why are my dark circles there?
Most people have more than one reason. Pigmentation, thin skin that lets the blood vessels show through, a hollow under the eye, genes, poor sleep and allergies all play a part. Rubbing itchy eyes can darken the skin further.
That is why one treatment does not suit everyone, and why we look properly before recommending anything.
What is the difference between PRP and PRF?
Both are made from your own blood. PRF is spun more gently and without additives, so it forms a light gel that releases growth factors slowly. Many clinicians prefer it for the thin skin under the eyes.
A 2026 randomised split-face trial treated one side of the face with PRP and the other with PRF over three sessions. Both improved pigmentation, fine wrinkles and mild hollowness. PRF gave steadier improvement in pigmentation and redness.
Ask a doctor on WhatsApp about under-eye treatment.
What results can I expect?
Gradual brightening and smoother skin over the course. The same trial found neither treatment fully corrected severe hollowness, and suggested repeat sessions every 3 to 4 months to keep the result.
If your hollows are deep, we will talk you through other options rather than sell you something that will not reach them.
Is it safe?
It is generally well tolerated, because it uses your own blood. Small bruises and some swelling are common for a few days. The skin here is thin, so it should only be treated by someone experienced. Our guide to whether PRP is safe covers side effects in more detail.
Book an under-eye consultation on WhatsApp.
What happens when you book?
We find the cause first. If PRF will help, treatment follows.
Message us on WhatsApp with a photo of the area in natural light.
A doctor works out what is causing your dark circles and whether PRF will help.
On the day, we take a small blood sample and prepare it while the area is numbed.
The doctor injects the PRF carefully under the eyes.
You go home with aftercare advice and a plan for further sessions.
Not sure it will help yours?
Send us a clear photo in natural light and tell us how long you have had dark circles. A doctor will tell you whether PRF is likely to help, or whether another approach would suit you better. The cost of your plan is confirmed before anything is booked.
Frequently asked questions
How many under-eye PRF sessions will I need?
Many people have a course of around three sessions, then top-ups every few months.
Will I bruise after under-eye PRF?
Small bruises and some swelling are common and usually settle within a few days.
Can PRF fix deep under-eye hollows?
PRF can improve mild hollowness, but it is unlikely to correct deep hollows on its own.
Is PRF better than PRP for under the eyes?
A 2026 trial found both worked, with PRF giving steadier improvement in pigmentation and redness.
Sources
Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, Comparing the efficacy and safety of PRP and PRF on periorbital skin quality, a randomised split-face clinical trial, 2026
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