The Skinny
When’s the last time a coworker, friend, or family member helpfully advised, you look tired? While we all appreciate a little loving concern, aging and tired eyes can be an unwelcome sight in the mirror especially after a refreshing eight hours. Under eye bags, crow’s feet, and a heavy brow are the main causes (check out our complete guide to Aging & Tired Eye Concerns). These concerns are common among men and women of all ages, and, fortunately, numerous surgical and non-surgical rejuvenation and corrective procedures exist.
The American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS) reported blepharoplasty (a.k.a. eyelid surgery) was one of the top five cosmetic procedures of 2018 with over 200,000 operations performed. Blepharoplasty procedures, brow lifts, and injectables (like dermal fillers or Botox®) can be used by men and women to restore a youthful, toned, and refreshed appearing eye and brow.
The Specifics
Who may consider cosmetic procedures to rejuvenate the eye area?
Men and women of all ages may experience concerns relating to their eye appearance. Both genetics and aging can cause considerable changes to the eye area. Three main sub categories exist to classify these concerns:The Anatomy of the Eye
What can you expect from eye rejuvenation procedures?
Eye rejuvenation procedures can be both surgical and non surgical. An invasive surgical procedure like a blepharoplasty or a brow lift will have more permanent and far reaching results. Temporary, minimally invasive injections are generally less expensive and still effective, but may not provide the same impact.Surgical Cosmetic Procedures
Non-Surgical Cosmetic Procedures
Both surgical and non-surgical options will benefit those wishing to alter their eye/brow appearance. A surgical option will be permanent, but invasive, necessitating weeks to months of recovery. A non-surgical option will be temporary and require maintenance, but it will also allow candidates to experiment with aesthetics with minimal recovery.
When should you consider an eye rejuvenation procedure?
In the case of a genetically heavy brow individuals may consider pursuing treatment once they reach adulthood (i.e. finish growing). For those who have noticed under eye bags, crow’s feet, or a heavy brow resulting from aging and use, anytime they are in generally good health and able to accommodate appropriate recovery time is ideal.Why should you consider procedures to rejuvenate the area around the eye?
As with most cosmetic procedures, the decision to pursue a procedure is a personal choice. Unfortunately home remedies like cold compresses, silk pillowcases, vitamin C, tea bags, eye creams, and eye makeups can only provide temporary solutions. The enhancements to general appearance and personal confidence of an eye procedure, surgical or non-surgical, make pursuing treatments a desirable choice for many candidates.Blepharoplasty Procedures
Lower eyelid blepharoplasty is a surgical procedure that can improve the appearance of aging and tired-looking eyes through repositioning of fat, or both skin and fat depending on the approach.Brow Lift Procedures
A brow lift procedure allows for the surgical correction of a heavy brow improving the appearance of aging and tired-looking eyes and forehead/brow appearance.Non-Surgical Eye Rejuvenation Procedures
Fillers and injections provide temporary, minimal, invasive solutions for patients with less extensive concerns. Injectables and fillers can address under eye bags, crow’s feet, and a heavy brow. These procedures typically have little to no recovery.The Takeaway
Aging and tired eyes or a furrowed, prominent brow are oftentimes not the most ideal aesthetic. With surgical procedures like blepharoplasty or a brow lift, and less invasive options like fillers or neurotoxin injections, anyone can smooth wrinkles, eliminate dark circles, and relax a heavy, protruding brow. With a cosmetic eye rejuvenation procedure, looking relaxed and refreshed doesn’t have to be an infrequent treat.
