As a facial plastic surgeon, one of the most common procedures I perform is upper blepharoplasty (upper eyelid surgery). While many assume it’s only for patients in their 50s or 60s, that’s not always the case—genetics can play a major role in when someone seeks this procedure.
Recently, I treated a woman in her late 20s who came to me feeling frustrated by heavy upper eyelids that made her look tired, even when she was well-rested. This wasn’t about aging—it was about an inherited trait that created excess skin and hooding around the eyes.
She was young, healthy, and simply wanted her outside to reflect how vibrant and awake she felt inside. And that’s exactly what we achieved—with a subtle, natural result that opened up her eyes while still looking like her.
Upper blepharoplasty isn’t about chasing youth—it’s about restoring balance and confidence. No matter your age, if something about your appearance is holding you back, there’s no harm in starting the conversation.
