Look less tired, without looking like you've had anything done Dark circles, puffiness and that permanently exhausted look under the eyes are one of the first things people notice, in meetings, on camera, in photos. For most men it doesn't matter how much sleep you get, the shadows stay. Concealer isn't an option, and traditional filler in the wrong hands can leave you looking puffy or obviously "done," which is the last thing you want. Polynucleotide under-eye treatment takes a different route. Instead of adding volume, it improves the quality of the skin itself, so the area looks fresher and less tired while still looking like you. For men who need more than that, we also offer it in combination with microneedling or UltraClear laser, to address texture and tone at the same time. What It Is Polynucleotides (Plinest) are chains of nucleotides derived from purified trout DNA. Injected in tiny amounts under the eye, they work with your own biology rather than sitting on top of it. It's a regenerative treatment, not a filler, which is why the results build gradually and read as natural. We use Plinest specifically because of its Highly Purified Technology, which makes it one of the most refined polynucleotide formulations available and well suited to the thin, sensitive skin under the eye. How It Works for the Under-Eye Area The under-eye skin is the thinnest on the face, which is why fatigue and age show there first. Polynucleotides work in three ways: They improve microcirculation, which helps clear the fluid and pooled blood that cause dark circles and puffiness. They stimulate fibroblasts to produce more collagen and elastin, which thickens and firms thin, crepey skin. And they carry antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties that calm the area and slow visible ageing. The result over a course of treatments is skin that looks less hollow, less shadowed and less tired. Who It Suits This treatment tends to work well for men who: Look tired even when they're rested Have dark circles or shadowing that won't shift Have thin, crepey or fine-lined under-eye skin Want a natural result with no obvious signs of treatment Have busy schedules and can't take real downtime If your main issue is genuine hollowing or a deep tear trough, that's a volume problem, and filler may be the better tool, or a combination of both. That's the kind of thing we work out in the consultation rather than guessing. Combining Plinest with Microneedling or UltraClear Laser For some men, dark circles and tiredness aren't the whole picture, texture, fine lines and dullness around the eye are just as much of a concern. In those cases, Plinest alone may not go far enough, and we'll often recommend combining it with a second treatment in the same course. Plinest with microneedling. Microneedling creates controlled micro-channels in the skin, which does two things: it triggers the skin's own repair and collagen response, and it dramatically improves how well the Plinest is absorbed into the tissue. For men with fine lines, slightly crepey texture or dull-looking under-eye skin alongside the dark circles, this combination tends to produce a more visible improvement in skin quality than either treatment alone, without added downtime beyond mild redness for a day or so. Plinest with UltraClear laser. UltraClear is a cold fibre laser that resurfaces the skin without the heat associated with older laser systems, which matters under the eye where the skin is thinnest and least forgiving. It's particularly effective on pigmentation, uneven tone and fine surface lines, the things that make skin look dull or aged rather than just tired. Used alongside Plinest, UltraClear addresses tone and texture at the surface while Plinest rebuilds the deeper skin quality and circulation, which is a useful pairing for men who want a more noticeable result in a shorter course, and who are comfortable with a slightly longer, laser-led recovery. Which of these, if any, makes sense for you depends on what's actually driving the tired look in your case: pure dark circles and puffiness point to Plinest alone, textural dullness and fine lines point toward adding microneedling or UltraClear, and genuine hollowing points toward filler. We'll tell you honestly which category you fall into rather than upselling a combination you don't need. Polynucleotides vs Under-Eye Filler Filler adds volume to fill a hollow. Polynucleotides rebuild skin quality and reduce dark circles and puffiness. Filler gives an immediate change; polynucleotides build gradually and look more natural. For a lot of men, tired eyes are a skin-quality and circulation issue rather than a volume one, which is where polynucleotides do the heavy lifting. For others it's a mix. A proper assessment tells you which. What to Expect Minimal downtime with Plinest on its own. Most men return straight to work, with possible mild redness or small swelling at the injection points that settles quickly. Results appear gradually as the skin regenerates, and a course of around four sessions is typical for the best outcome, with maintenance to keep it. Adding microneedling keeps the same low-downtime profile, with a day or so of mild redness. Adding UltraClear laser means a slightly longer recovery, typically a few days of redness and some light flaking as the skin resurfaces, which is worth planning around if you've got client-facing commitments that week. Why Men Choose Injectual in London You're only ever treated by qualified medical professionals: surgeons, doctors and specialist nurses, not beauticians. The clinic runs its own protocols developed by senior aesthetic practitioners, and the whole approach is built around subtle, natural results rather than an obvious look. Several of the team specialise specifically in under-eye work, in combination treatments, and in treating male patients. Book Your Under-Eye Consultation If tired eyes are ageing you or making you look worse than you feel, start with a free consultation. We'll assess the area honestly and tell you whether Plinest on its own, Plinest combined with microneedling or UltraClear, filler, or a combination is right for you, with no pressure to book anything on the day.