Eyelid Lift

What Is an Eyelid Lift?

An eyelid lift is a refined eye surgery to lift eyelids, removing or repositioning excess skin and fat from the upper or lower lids. Upper eyelid lift surgery addresses sagging or hooding skin that may weigh down the eyes or impair peripheral vision, while lower eyelid lift surgery reduces puffiness and under-eye bags to create a smoother, more rested appearance. The fundamental shape of your eyes is preserved; the surgery simply restores their natural contour and definition.

How Eyelid Lift Surgery Works

At Derma Revive Surgery, blepharoplasty for drooping eyelids is performed as a minor day-case procedure under local anaesthetic, with or without light sedation. Incisions are carefully placed within the natural crease of the upper eyelid or just beneath the lower lash line, allowing scars to heal discreetly and become barely perceptible over time. Excess skin is delicately removed, and fat pockets are sculpted or repositioned to restore smooth contour without hollowing. Fine sutures are used to optimise healing and minimise visible scarring. The procedure typically takes 60–90 minutes, and patients return home the same day.

Why Choose a Surgical Eyelid Lift?

While non-surgical treatments can soften fine lines, only blepharoplasty directly addresses excess skin and structural heaviness. A plastic surgery eyelid lift offers long-lasting results that often endure for ten years or more, true correction of drooping eyelids, potential improvement in peripheral vision for upper lid cases, and natural-looking enhancement that maintains facial harmony. Because it is performed under local anaesthetic as a minor procedure, downtime is often shorter and recovery smoother than many patients expect. The result is subtle enhancement with no obvious signs of surgery — simply brighter, more rested eyes.

Healing and Recovery

Recovery following eyelid lift surgery is typically straightforward.

• Mild swelling and bruising are common for 7–14 days.
• Temporary tightness or dryness around the eyes may occur.
• Stitches are usually removed after 5 days if non-dissolvable sutures are used.
• Keep your head elevated during the first few days to reduce swelling.
• Apply cold compresses as advised by your surgeon.
• Avoid strenuous exercise for 3–4 weeks.
• Pause contact lens wear temporarily.
• Make-up can generally be resumed after 10–14 days.
• Most patients feel comfortable returning to work within 7–10 days.
• Scars gradually soften and fade over several months, blending naturally into the eyelid contours.
• Full healing occurs around 4–6 weeks, although the eyes often appear refreshed much sooner.

Who Is Suitable for an Eyelid Lift?

You may benefit from blepharoplasty if you have:

• Sagging or hooded upper eyelids
• Noticeable under-eye puffiness or bags
• A tired or heavy appearance around the eyes
• Reduced peripheral vision caused by excess upper eyelid skin
• Good general health
• Realistic expectations about achieving subtle, natural-looking enhancement

A detailed consultation at Derma Revive Surgery will assess your concerns and determine whether an eyelid lift or an alternative treatment for sagging eyelids is most suitable for your individual goals.