(22F) Am I a candidate for an eyebrow lift? (Photo)

Hello,
Thank you for explaining your concerns so clearly. Even at a young age, it is absolutely possible to have naturally hooded and deep-set eyes that create a tired appearance and require constant effort to “hold the eyes open.” This can affect confidence and facial comfort, so your situation is understandable.
In cases like yours, a temporal (lateral) brow lift can be a very good option. This technique gently elevates the outer brow and softens the heaviness over the upper eyelid, helping create more open, refreshed, and dynamic eyes while still maintaining your natural look. It is especially effective when someone is young and looking for a subtle improvement without changing their identity or expressions.
Because your hooding is mostly lateral and you don’t want dramatic change, a temporal lift can provide a natural enhancement and avoid the “overdone” look. It can also help reduce the muscular fatigue you mentioned, since you won’t have to compensate by lifting your brow muscles constantly.
Regarding your single epicanthic fold — it’s completely possible to respect that feature if it is part of your identity. The goal would not be to remove it, but to subtly balance the appearance if desired. Small adjustments or careful fat redistribution/skin support in select cases can help create symmetry without altering your ethnic characteristics or natural expression.
An in-person evaluation is important to tailor the approach, but based on your description, a temporal lift seems like a very appropriate and conservative option to help you look more awake and youthful while preserving your natural features.
Warm regards,Op. Dr. Yücel SarıaltınPlastic, Reconstructive & Aesthetic Surgeon