Does eyelid tape really work?

The operation to create a double eyelid is called an asian blepharoplasty. Sutures are used to create the double fold. Tapes are a temporary solution and the fold will disappear once the tape is removed.

Eyelid tape does not work for creating creases on the eyelids nor will it make your eyes wider. An upper blepharoplasty is your best option; it will create eyelid creases, make your eyes more open and wider.

Keiko, Yes, tape on the upper eyelid can create a crease and give you an idea of the plastic surgery result. Glue applied with a plastic applicator is another alternative temporary solution. Based on the size, shape, and exact location of where the tape or glue is applied, various subtle eyelid creases can be... more

I assume you're asian?  The eyelid crease is the result of attachments between the skin and the levator muscle (the one that opens the eyes).  The only way to get the crease if you don't have one is to surgically attach the skin to the muscle.  A few temporary stitches left in for 5 days after... more

Dear Keiko, the taping is a temporary solution to modify the appearance of your eyelid. For a permanent solution there are a variety of methods that can be surgically done to achieve the same result - which would be permanent. The surgeon needs to have a lot of experience in order to achieve top quality... more

Taping is a temporary way to simulate a crease. Once the tape is removed, the natural eyelid shape is restored. If you like the look, surgery can create the crease for you.

Taping of the lid is temporary but does show you how the lid could look. The treat is double eyelid repair to create the crease which is permanent. If you decide to go the surgical route, I suggest going to someone who has has a great deal of experience in the procedure. Good Luck.

I would suggest trying the tape technique.  You will get an idea of what a crease would look like in you and, obviously, it is a reversible technique. if you get tired of taping every day, you maywant to  consult with someone about asian eyelid surgery.

Eyelid tape is a safe way to temporarily create a crease in your eyelid, also referred to as a "double eyelid."  Surgery can be done to create a crease. There is an easy surgical procedure (done with no cutting) in which sutures are placed to create a crease.  These are called... more

Eyelid tape is only a temporary way to see if you like the reuslts.  Surgical procedures that develop a more defined crease are more permanent approaches.