30 year old man - what can I do besides brow lift? (Photo)

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I've had a heavy brow most of my life that is genetic. I started using retinol a few months ago and just recently switched to tretinoin hoping for some collagen production. I get Botox in the forehead and glabella area, but I always feel like doctors don't go low enough because my eyebrows/eyebrow muscles sit very low -- below my brow bone. A brow lift would be a big financial sacrifice right now and I feel too young -- what else can I do to stave that off until hopefully 40?

Jason Emer, MD · Answer

As we age, our eyelids naturally sag and droop. A combination approach would be best to see visible improvement. In terms of non-surgical treatment options, I would recommend a Chemical Brow Lift (using Botox, Dysport, Xeomin, or Jeuveau) and filler injections to rejuvenate the temples, eyebrow, eyelid, eye troughs, upper eye hollows, and forehead. I typically combine this with Ultherapy and thread lifting to lift the brow; RF and skin tightening laser treatments to stimulate collagen production and rejuvenate the skin; and laser or superficial RF devices for improvements in texture, color, and any crepey skin around the eyes as needed. In some cases, surgery is the best solution to achieve the desired results. See an expert for a formal consultation. Best, Dr. Emer.​

David M. Kowalczyk, MD, MBA, FACS · Answer

Hi there! It sounds like you've tried Botox which can help reduce wrinkles, but can be challenging in those with heavier / low set brows. Sometimes, applying Botox around the eyes can help lift the brow, though the result in most people is subtle. A brow lift is an option, but there are scars associated with the procedure which can sometimes be difficult to predict how they will appear over time (i.e. if hair loss occurs). Some will advocate for thread lifting which involves dissolvable threads under the skin to provide lifting. This can work, though the results are temporary and can create deformity such as dimpling or asymmetry. Whatever you chose, I would recommend options which are conservative given your age. Hope that helps.

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